What MOTOmed does

RECK-Technik GmbH & Co. KG manufactures MOTOmed, a family of motor-powered movement therapy devices used for rehabilitation of individuals with movement limitations. The core technology combines a motorized cycling mechanism with three therapy modes — passive (motor-driven without user effort), assistive (motor-supported via the proprietary ServoTreten function that detects minimal voluntary force), and active (user-powered against adjustable resistance) — and is offered in both seated and supine configurations. The portfolio spans the loop series (loop.l, loop.la, loop.a and pediatric/kidz variants), the premium layson series with digital interface enhancements, the gracile12 pediatric trainer, the muvi simultaneous leg-and-arm trainer (including the muvi XXL 22 bariatric model up to 220 kg), the viva2 stationary trainer with a Parkinson-specific variant, and the letto2 supine-bed series for early mobilization from care beds. Applications address neurological conditions (stroke, MS, Parkinson's, spinal cord injury, spasticity), acute and intensive care, geriatrics, hemodialysis, orthopedics, oncology, and home use.

The business model is sales-led, distributing through a network of specialized medical equipment dealers (Fachhändler) plus dedicated B2B portals for statutory health insurers (Krankenkassen) and clinics/facilities (Kliniken/Einrichtungen), with international dealer reach into Spain, France, and Russia. Devices are listed in the German Hilfsmittelverzeichnis and MDR-certified, making them eligible for reimbursement across many indications — a central revenue mechanic. The company combines one-time device sales with a rental option, generating a degree of recurring revenue, though pricing is opaque and quote-based through dealers. End customers span enterprise healthcare providers (clinics, rehab facilities, dialysis centers) and individual patients using devices at home or in care settings; no specific named-customer concentration is disclosed.

Name

MOTOmed

Legal name

RECK-Technik GmbH & Co. KG

Website

https://motomed.de

Company type

Private

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

MOTOmed (RECK-Technik GmbH & Co. KG) manufactures motor-powered movement therapy devices for rehabilitation of patients with neurological, orthopedic, and age-related movement limitations, distributing through medical dealers and dedicated insurance/clinic portals primarily in DACH markets.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Medical Rehabilitation Equipment

NAICS

Home Health Equipment Rental (532283), Offices of Physical, Occupational and Speech Therapists, and Audiologists (62134)

SIC

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

akta.pro primary industry

Rehabilitation Therapy Equipment (PT/OT Modalities, Exercise & Balance Devices) (HLAHAMAG)

akta.pro secondary industries

Home Health Physical Therapy & Mobile PT (HSADAIAO), Assistive Technology, Adaptive Equipment & Home Exercise Program Training In-Home (HSABADAN)

Keywords

• Motor-powered therapy devices
• Rehabilitation equipment
• Movement therapy machines
• Medical cycling trainers
• Physical therapy devices

Headquarters

HQ city

Betzenweiler

HQ country

Germany

HQ region

Europe

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B and B2C

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Medical Device Sales: Sale of motor-powered movement therapy devices for rehabilitation, including sitting and lying models for various medical indications. Devices are recognized as medical aids (Hilfsmittel) in Germany's statutory health insurance directory.
2. Rental Program: MOTOmed offers rental options for patients who prefer not to purchase the device outright, providing flexibility for short-term rehabilitation needs.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

MOTOmed manufactures and sells motor-powered movement therapy devices for individuals with movement restrictions. The product portfolio includes leg trainers, arm/upper body trainers, combination trainers, and supine (lying) therapy devices that support three therapy modes: passive (motor-driven without user effort), assistive (motor-supported with the proprietary ServoTreten function), and active (user-powered against adjustable resistance). Devices are designed for use in clinics, rehabilitation facilities, dialysis centers, and home settings, and are recognized as Hilfsmittel (medical aids) in Germany's statutory health insurance system.

Product overview

MOTOmed offers a comprehensive portfolio of motor-powered movement therapy devices developed by RECK-Technik GmbH & Co. KG for individuals with movement limitations. The product line comprises two main series: the loop series (loop.l, loop.la, loop.a, plus specialized variants including loop p.la, loop p.l, loop light.la, and kidz versions for children) and the premium layson series (layson.l, layson.la, plus kidz and dia variants). Additional products include the gracile12 pediatric trainer, the muvi simultaneous trainer, the muvi XXL 22 bariatric model (up to 220 kg), the viva2 stationary trainer with Parkinson variant, and the letto2 series for supine therapy from beds. The portfolio also includes a product configurator tool enabling users to customize devices to their specific therapeutic needs. All devices support passive (motor-driven without effort), assistive (motor-supported with MOTOmed ServoTreten), and active (self-powered against resistance) therapy modes for neurological, orthopedic, and geriatric applications. Many products are recognized as medical aids eligible for statutory health insurance reimbursement in Germany.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• MOTOmed: Motor-powered movement therapy devices for people with movement limitations, including models such as loop.la, loop.l, loop.a, layson series, gracile12, muvi, viva2, and letto2

Products and services

• MOTOmed loop.l A leg trainer for sitting users, providing motor-powered passive, assistive, and active movement therapy to strengthen leg muscles and improve circulation in patients with movement restrictions.
• MOTOmed loop.la A combination leg and arm/upper body trainer enabling users to train either lower or upper extremities in sitting position with motor-powered passive, assistive, and active therapy modes.
• MOTOmed loop.a An arm and upper body trainer for sitting users, providing motor-powered movement therapy to improve arm strength and upper body mobility in patients with movement restrictions.
• MOTOmed layson.l A leg trainer in the premium layson series, offering digital intelligence features for enhanced user experience and therapy monitoring during sitting exercise in clinics and home settings.
• MOTOmed layson.la A combination leg and arm/upper body trainer in the premium layson series with digital intelligence, enabling versatile training of both extremities with smart therapy features.
• MOTOmed gracile12 A compact leg trainer and arm/upper body trainer designed for pediatric use, providing motor-powered movement therapy for children with movement limitations.
• MOTOmed muvi A simultaneous leg and arm/upper body trainer enabling coordinated training of both extremities at the same time, designed for sitting users seeking comprehensive full-body movement therapy.
• MOTOmed muvi XXL 22 A bariatric variant of MOTOmed muvi that supports patients up to 220 kg body weight, expanding the product line's accessibility for bariatric rehabilitation needs.
• MOTOmed viva2 A stationary movement therapy trainer with motor-powered passive, assistive, and active therapy modes, including a specialized Parkinson variant with adapted movement profiles and a stativ version.
• MOTOmed letto2 A supine movement therapy device designed for early mobilization from beds and therapy couches, including pediatric and leg/arm combination variants for bedridden and intensive care patients.
• MOTOmed Produktkonfigurator (Product Configurator) An online configuration tool that lets patients, therapists, and dealers personalize and specify MOTOmed devices to match individual therapeutic requirements.
• MOTOmed Rental Program (Mieten & Kaufen) A rental service offering MOTOmed devices to patients who prefer not to purchase outright, providing flexibility for short-term or trial rehabilitation needs.

Quantifiable outcome

• Regulated muscle tone, loosened musculature, improved circulation, enhanced digestion, and maintained joint mobility through passive training
• +2 more outcomes

Segments8 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

No

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Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature3 records

Scale indicators2 records

Recent moves5 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Emerging players

• Bioness Inc. Developer of functional electrical stimulation and rehabilitation technology for neurological and orthopedic indications, often used alongside movement therapy. Adjacent to MOTOmed in serving stroke, MS, and mobility-impaired patient populations.
• Saebo: US-based company specializing in upper-limb rehabilitation devices for stroke and neurological patients, with both clinical and home-use offerings. Overlaps with MOTOmed in neurological and upper-extremity rehab, but with a narrower arm-focused portfolio.

Broad incumbents

• Ottobock: Large German medical technology company with broad orthopedic, prosthetic, and rehabilitation product portfolio. While not a direct movement-therapy specialist, Ottobock's scale, global distribution, and adjacency to rehab care delivery make it a relevant incumbent benchmark.
• Chattanooga (DJO Global / Enovis): Established global brand offering a broad rehabilitation and physical therapy equipment portfolio, including motorized therapy devices, exercise equipment, and clinical modalities. Competes with MOTOmed in clinic and home rehab channels.

Direct peers

• Hasomed GmbH: German company producing RehaCom cognitive rehabilitation and motor-based therapy equipment, with comparable distribution through medical dealers and reimbursement-driven sales models targeting neurological and orthopedic indications.
• Berkelbike: Dutch manufacturer of adaptive cycling and motor-assisted leg/arm trainers used in rehabilitation and disability sport. Overlaps with MOTOmed in assisted cycling therapy and serves similar neurological and physical rehabilitation use cases.
• THERA-Trainer (medica Medizintechnik): German manufacturer of motor-assisted movement therapy devices for rehabilitation, including leg and arm trainers. Closest direct competitor to MOTOmed with overlapping product positioning across neurological, geriatric, and ICU early mobilization indications in the DACH market.

Regional players

• RSL Steeper: UK-based prosthetics, orthotics, and assistive technology provider with a rehabilitation equipment portfolio serving NHS and private channels. Comparable in regulated medical device distribution and reimbursement-driven sales motion, though primarily UK-focused.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

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