Wearable Robotics

What Wearable Robotics does

Wearable Robotics is an Italian wearable robotics company founded in 2014 as a spin-off of Scuola Superiore Sant'Anna's PERCRO laboratory, building on 25 years of academic research. The company designs, manufactures, and commercializes robotic exoskeletons through two divisions: NEXUM Medical (NEXUM Medical) targeting neuro-motor rehabilitation of the upper limb, and NEXUM Industry (NEXUM Industry) targeting manual load handling in industrial workplaces. The core technology platform is built around a proprietary tendon-actuated transmission and a hybrid actuation system combining electric motors with elastic elements, claimed to reduce weight, bulk, and energy consumption while improving wearability.

The flagship product is ALEx RS, a bilateral robotic exoskeleton with 5 degrees of freedom (4 active, 1 passive) for upper-limb neuromotor rehabilitation, CE certified as a Class IIa medical device with over 50 units installed across clinical centers in 20 countries. The portfolio also includes ALEx S (a passive gravity-compensation rehabilitation device), EXO.CARE (a hybrid exoskeleton for caregiver assistance), WEARABLE WALKER (a lower-limb prototype), and LBE30 (an industrial exoskeleton for manual load handling, developed in partnership with Wittenstein). Next-generation ALEx RS 2.0 with a modular hand module is in development, co-funded by EU Next Generation EU. The technology platform is protected by 8 proprietary patents originally licensed from and ultimately acquired from Sant'Anna School.

Wearable Robotics operates a direct enterprise field sales motion for clinical customers supplemented by channel partners in the Middle East, Far East, and North America, with international expansion consulting support from THREE BRIDGES. Pricing for the core medical line is approximately €100,000 per ALEx RS unit and €30,000 per ALEx S unit. Revenue is hardware sales to rehabilitation centers and hospitals (medical) and industrial employers (industrial). The company closed a €5 million Series A round in March 2026 led by CDP Venture Capital to fund product completion, regulatory processes for additional market access, and North American expansion.

Name

Wearable Robotics

Legal name

Wearable Robotics

Website

https://wearable-robotics.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2014

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Wearable Robotics is an Italian medical and industrial exoskeleton developer that designs and sells robotic wearable devices, primarily the ALEx RS upper-limb rehabilitation exoskeleton, to hospitals, rehabilitation centers, and industrial employers across 20 countries.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Wearable Robotics / Medical Exoskeletons

NAICS

Electromedical and Electrotherapeutic Apparatus Manufacturing (334510), Navigational, Measuring, Electromedical, and Control Instruments Manufacturing (33451)

SIC

Orthopedic, Prosthetic & Surgical Appliances & Supplies (3842), Electromedical & Electrotherapeutic Apparatus (3845)

akta.pro primary industry

Healthcare & Assistive Robotics (HDAAAIAC)

akta.pro secondary industries

Prosthetics/Orthotics Rehab & Amputee Rehabilitation (HSADAIAN), Prosthetic Components & Rehabilitation Accessories (Liners, Feet, Knees, Sockets) (HLAHAMAD)

Keywords

• Wearable robotics
• Medical exoskeletons
• Neurorehabilitation devices
• Industrial exoskeletons
• Assistive robotics

Headquarters

HQ city

Ghizzano

HQ country

Italy

HQ region

Europe

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Personnel, Technology or R&D, Supply Chain, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Medical Exoskeleton Devices: Sale of rehabilitation robotic devices including ALEX RS (active) and ALEx S (passive) for neurorehabilitation. ALEX RS priced approximately 100,000 euros, ALEx S approximately 30,000 euros. Revenue from clinical center installations.
2. Industrial Exoskeleton Devices: Sale of industrial exoskeletons like LBE30 for manual load handling in sectors including automotive, naval, logistics, construction, metallurgy, and healthcare. Supporting loads up to 40kg.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion3 records

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

Wearable Robotics designs, manufactures, and sells wearable robotic exoskeleton devices for two distinct markets: medical neurorehabilitation (NEXUM Medical division) and industrial load handling (NEXUM Industry division). Its flagship ALEx RS is a bilateral robotic exoskeleton with 5 degrees of freedom for upper-limb post-stroke rehabilitation, CE certified as a Class IIa medical device. Supporting products include the ALEx S passive gravity-compensation device, the EXO.CARE caregiver-assist exoskeleton, the WEARABLE WALKER lower-limb prototype, and the LBE30 industrial exoskeleton, all built on a proprietary 8-patent technology platform.

Product overview

Wearable Robotics operates two divisions: NEXUM Medical (medical neurorehabilitation robotics) and NEXUM Industry (industrial exoskeletons). The core product portfolio centers on ALEx RS, the flagship bilateral robotic exoskeleton with 5 degrees of freedom for upper limb neuromotor rehabilitation (CE Class IIa certified, 50+ units installed internationally), alongside ALEx RS 2.0 (next-generation bilateral version with modular hand module and enhanced ergonomics, co-funded by EU Next Generation EU). Supporting products include ALEx S/Track-hold (passive gravity-compensation upper limb rehabilitation device), EXO.CARE (hybrid exoskeleton for nursing/home-care assistance supporting up to 30kg push), and WEARABLE WALKER (lower limb assistive walking device). The industrial division offers the LBE30 exoskeleton for manual load handling. The company holds 8 proprietary patents covering exoskeletons, sensors, and innovative actuation solutions acquired from Sant'Anna School.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• NEXUM Medical: Medical division dedicated to neuro-motor rehabilitation and assistance for people with motor disabilities. Specializes in design, manufacture, and sale of robotic devices for upper extremities with VR-integrated systems.
• NEXUM Industry
• ALEX RS
• ALEX S

Products and services

• ALEx RS Bilateral robotic exoskeleton with 5 degrees of freedom (4 active and 1 passive) for upper-limb neuromotor rehabilitation. Based on a tendon actuated transmission design that delivers extreme wearability, low weight, and high transparency during use. CE certified Class IIa medical device integrating motor and cognitive training components. Sold to rehabilitation centers and hospitals internationally, with over 50 units installed.
• ALEx S / Track-hold Passive rehabilitation device for upper-limb passive training with gravity compensation support during spatial movements. Uses embedded position sensing technologies to track full-arm movement. Indicated for patients with hemiparesis to facilitate movement execution during upper-limb rehabilitation. Sold to clinical rehabilitation centers.
• EXO.CARE Innovative hybrid exoskeleton designed to physically support patient handling and nursing activities in nursing homes and home-care settings. Assists caregivers during nursing and hygiene-related tasks by delivering up to 30 kg of continuous push support. Sold to nursing homes, residential care facilities, and home care providers.
• WEARABLE WALKER Wearable robotic prototype for lower limbs that serves as an assistive device for supporting walking in people without or with impaired legs. Consists of a central backpack unit and two robotic limbs kinematically isomorphic to human legs. Targets reduced bulkiness, improved dynamic performance, innovative actuation, and reduced energy consumption. Funded under POR FESR Toscana 2014-2020.
• LBE30 Industrial Exoskeleton Industrial exoskeleton dedicated to aiding the manual handling of loads. Enables operators to lift heavy loads comfortably and effortlessly, reducing worker fatigue and the occurrence of occupational musculoskeletal diseases. Supports manual load handling in automotive, naval, logistics, construction, metallurgy, and healthcare sectors.
• NEXUM Medical Division Medical division of Wearable Robotics dedicated to robotic technology for neuro-motor rehabilitation and assistance to people with motor disabilities. Specializes in the design, manufacture, and sale of robotic devices for upper extremities, offering VR-integrated robotic systems of both active and passive types, including ALEx RS and ALEx S.
• NEXUM Industry Division Industrial division of Wearable Robotics developing exoskeleton devices dedicated to aiding the manual handling of loads. Products produce supporting forces on objects to be handled to reduce worker fatigue and the occurrence of occupational musculoskeletal diseases, including the LBE30 industrial exoskeleton.

Quantifiable outcome

• Over 50 ALEX RS systems installed in clinical centers internationally
• +4 more outcomes

Named customers3 records

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature5 records

Partnerships

Nine partnerships are on record, tiered key, core and project.

• WittensteinkeyTechnology or Integration · 1 September 2024Strategic partner for industrial division. Collaborated at SPS Italia trade fair to unveil LBE30 exoskeleton. Wittenstein provides technology partnership for industrial exoskeleton development.
• EPFL (École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne)keyStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2016Clinical trial collaboration for ALEX RS medical evaluation in unilateral configuration for motor rehabilitation of post-stroke patients.
• University Hospital of GenevakeyStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2016Multicenter clinical trial partner for ALEX RS medical evaluation for post-stroke patient rehabilitation.
• University Hospital of PisakeyStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2016Multicenter clinical trial partner for ALEX RS evaluation. Ongoing collaboration in neurorehabilitation research.
• Sant'Anna School of Advanced Studies (PERCRO Laboratory)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerSpin-off origin from internationally recognized center of expertise in wearable robotics. 25 years of research heritage. PERCRO laboratory provides recognized center of competence in wearable robotics, exoskeletons, and virtual reality.
• THREE BRIDGESkeyImplementation/ SI/ Consulting PartnerMilan-based consulting company with track record in data sharing technology platforms and distribution agreements in biomedical sector. Engaged for internationalization strategy focusing on Middle East and Far East markets.
• Donati srlprojectStrategic or Co-development PartnerProject partner in WEARABLE WALKER R&D project. Mechanical company with strong interest in rehabilitation and fitness product development. Project coordinator.
• Fabrica 136 srlprojectStrategic or Co-development PartnerWEARABLE WALKER project partner responsible for process and product certifications.
• S&T srlprojectStrategic or Co-development PartnerWEARABLE WALKER project partner responsible for development of precision mechanical components.

Scale indicators6 records

Recent moves7 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• Hocoma (DIH Medical): Hocoma, part of DIH Medical, is a leading clinical rehabilitation robotics company offering Armeo (upper-limb) and Lokomat (gait) devices. ArmeoPower and ArmeoSpring compete directly with Wearable Robotics' ALEx RS in upper-limb neurorehabilitation clinics worldwide.
• Myomo: Myomo develops myoelectric orthoses (MyoPro) for upper-limb impairment, CE-marked and FDA-registered. It serves stroke and brachial plexus injury patients with arm/hand support, overlapping with Wearable Robotics' upper-limb therapy use cases from both clinical and patient-direct channels.
• Cyberdyne: Cyberdyne manufactures the Hybrid Assistive Limb (HAL) lower-limb exoskeleton for neurorehabilitation, one of the earliest CE- and Japanese-approved clinical exoskeletons. It is a direct competitor in the wearable neurorehabilitation robotics category and represents the global scale Wearable Robotics aspires to.
• Ekso Bionics: Ekso Bionics develops and commercializes powered exoskeletons for medical rehabilitation (EksoNR) and industrial use, directly overlapping with Wearable Robotics' ALEx RS neurorehabilitation and NEXUM Industry offerings. Both target stroke and spinal cord injury rehab in clinical settings with CE-marked Class II devices.
• Bionik Laboratories: Bionik Laboratories produces the InMotion ARM and InMotion HAND upper-limb rehabilitation robots, directly comparable to ALEx RS for post-stroke motor recovery in clinical settings. Both target similar hospital and outpatient rehab center customers.
• ReWalk Robotics: ReWalk develops powered exoskeletons for spinal cord injury and stroke rehabilitation, with FDA-cleared and CE-marked products. While historically lower-limb focused, ReWalk's rehabilitation product line competes for the same clinical budget and hospital procurement as Wearable Robotics.

Broad incumbents

• Ottobock: Ottobock is a global leader in prosthetics, orthotics and exoskeleton technology, with Paexo (industrial) and orthotic solutions. It is a broad incumbent in mobility and rehabilitation devices with the global commercial footprint and reimbursement expertise that Wearable Robotics is building toward.
• Parker Hannifin (Indego): Parker Hannifin's Indego is a powered lower-limb exoskeleton for clinical and personal use, FDA- and CE-cleared. As a large industrial conglomerate with deep capital, Parker represents a well-capitalized incumbent competing in the same clinical exoskeleton market as Wearable Robotics.

Emerging players

• Wandercraft: Wandercraft is a French wearable robotics company developing the Atalante self-balancing lower-limb exoskeleton for personal and clinical mobility. It overlaps with Wearable Robotics in clinical neurorehabilitation and industrial/personal mobility exoskeleton R&D, with a comparable European scale-up profile.
• Fourier Intelligence: Fourier Intelligence is a Shanghai-based exoskeleton and rehabilitation robotics company offering the Fourier M2 upper-limb and Fourier X1 lower-limb devices. It competes in the same clinical neurorehabilitation category and has been rapidly expanding into global markets with significant China-based manufacturing scale.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/wearable_robot
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/wearable-robotics

Compliance3 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles8 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds2 records

Investors7 records

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M&A

Investments

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