THOMASHILFEN

What THOMASHILFEN does

Thomashilfen (legal entity: Thomas Hilfen für Körperbehinderte GmbH & Co. Medico KG) is a privately held German manufacturer and distributor of rehabilitation and care aids, headquartered in Bremervörde and operating under the family-owned Thomas Holding GmbH. The company develops and supplies a multi-category medical-device portfolio for children and adults with physical disabilities and for patients requiring therapeutic or long-term care, including Reha strollers and buggies (Swifty, EASyS, Yeti, Grizzly, Pegaz, Mouse, Mewa, tRide, Swifty 3), Reha car seats and positioning systems (RECARO Axion 1 Reha, RECARO Monza CFX Reha, Axkid One 3 Reha, Axkid NEXTKID Reha, AVOVA Sperling Reha, Hercules Small, Hercules Prime, Major, Commander, Octopus), gait trainers and therapy chairs (VELA Meywalk series, Miniwalk, Buddy Roamer, tGo, go.spider, trio, VELA Tango, SiiS, Samba, Salsa), and the Thevo therapeutic mattress family built around its proprietary MiS Micro-Stimulation® therapy (ThevoautoActiv, ThevoCare, ThevoFeel, ThevoRelief, ThevoCalm, ThevoVital, ThevoFloor, ThevoSchlummerstern, plus the digital ThevoSmart monitoring overlay).

Underlying technology centers on the patented MiS Micro-Stimulation® fiberglass underbedding system, developed in 2000 and state-recognized, which converts micro body movements into counter-movements to provide continuous sensory feedback to the brain for applications in dementia, Parkinson's, stroke, pain therapy, and pressure-ulcer prevention. Products carry CE marking, DIN ISO 9001 and DIN ISO 13485 certifications, ECE R129 (i-Size) crash compliance for car seats, OEKO-TEX certified covers, and German Hilfsmittelverzeichnis (HMV) product numbers that enable statutory health insurance reimbursement.

The business model is hardware sales of certified medical devices, primarily through specialist medical equipment retailers (Sanitätsfachhandel) and therapists in Germany, supported by an inside sales team organized by region (North-West, South, East) plus a field-sales force, a free parent advisory service, free at-home product trials, and a downloads portal for prescribers. Internationally, Thomashilfen sells via a network of country-specific distribution partners across 53+ countries in Europe, the Americas, Asia (including China via Beijing Guanchaoli), the Middle East, Oceania, and Africa, supplemented by the wholly-owned Thomashilfen North America subsidiary (Sumner, WA, acquired from ExoMotion in 2009). Daily living aids and B-Ware (second-quality) stock are also sold direct-to-consumer via shop.thomashilfen.de. Pricing is quote-based through dealers rather than publicly listed; standard terms are 2% discount within 8 days or net 30. The product mix combines proprietary German-engineered brands (Swifty, EASyS, Thevo, Octopus) with exclusive German/European Reha distribution of partner brands (RECARO, Axkid, AVOVA, VELA, Ropox).

Name

THOMASHILFEN

Legal name

Thomas Hilfen für Körperbehinderte GmbH & Co. Medico KG

Website

https://thomashilfen.de

Company type

Private

Founded year

1969

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

Thomashilfen is a family-owned German manufacturer and distributor of certified rehabilitation and care medical devices — including Reha strollers, car seats, gait trainers, therapy chairs, and Thevo therapeutic mattresses with MiS Micro-Stimulation® — serving children and adults with disabilities in 53+ countries via specialist dealers and international distribution partners.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Rehabilitation and disability care equipment

NAICS

Medical Equipment and Supplies Manufacturing (3391), Surgical Appliance and Supplies Manufacturing (339113), Electromedical and Electrotherapeutic Apparatus Manufacturing (334510)

SIC

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

akta.pro primary industry

Pediatric Rehabilitation & Mobility DME (Adaptive Seating, Pediatric Mobility) (HLAHAMAI)

akta.pro secondary industries

Seating & Positioning Systems (Cushions, Backs, Pressure Relief) (HLAHAMAB), Rehabilitation Therapy Equipment (PT/OT Modalities, Exercise & Balance Devices) (HLAHAMAG), Home Accessibility & Bathroom Safety DME (Grab Bars, Shower Chairs, Raised Toilets, Ramps) (HLAHAMAF)

Keywords

• Rehabilitation mobility aids
• Pediatric assistive equipment
• Therapeutic mattress systems
• Special needs car seats
• Medical device manufacturing

Headquarters

HQ city

Bremervörde

HQ country

Germany

HQ region

Europe

Offices3 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Rehabilitation Mobility Products: Thomashilfen generates revenue primarily through the sale of rehabilitation mobility products including Reha strollers/buggys (EASyS, Swifty, Swifty 2, Swifty 3, Mouse, Grizzly, Yeti, Pegaz, Mewa, tRide), Reha car seats (Axkid, AVOVA, THOMASHILFEN Major, Commander, Hercules, Octopus, RECARO Monza CFX, RECARO Axion), and gait trainers/walkers (VELA Meywalk, Miniwalk, Buddy Roamer, tGo, go.spider, trio). These products are sold through specialist medical equipment dealers and health insurance-covered pathways in Germany.
2. Thevo Therapeutic Mattresses & Bedding: Sale of Thevo therapeutic mattress systems incorporating MiS Micro-Stimulation technology. Product range includes ThevoSmart (intelligent overlay), ThevoautoActiv (decubitus prevention), ThevoCare (prevention mattress), ThevoFeel (stroke therapy), ThevoRelief (pain therapy), ThevoCalm (Parkinson's therapy), ThevoVital (dementia therapy), ThevoFloor (floor positioning), ThevoSchlummerstern (positioning therapy). These products are sold to care facilities, nursing homes, and individual patients. Some products are listed on the Thevo list for specialized care facilities.
3. Therapy & Positioning Products: Sale of therapy chairs (VELA Tango, SiiS, VELA Samba, VELA Salsa), tables (Ropox Multi Ergo, Vision, Ergo 2, Gruppentisch), therapy products (Limburg Junior, Delfi bath lifts, M2 Mini), and positioning aids (chin support, Octopus belt system). Sold through specialist dealers and therapists.
4. Daily Living Aids (Alltagshilfen): Sale of daily living aids through Thomashilfen's own e-commerce shop, including bedroom products, bathroom products, kitchen & dining items, work & leisure products, and health & fitness products. Also sold through B-Ware (second-quality) channel at discounted prices.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion3 records

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

THOMASHILFEN manufactures and distributes specialized rehabilitation and care aids for children, adults, and elderly with physical disabilities and neurological conditions. The core portfolio covers Reha strollers and buggies (e.g., Swifty, EASyS, Yeti), rehabilitation car seats (RECARO Axion 1 Reha, Major, Commander, Hercules, Octopus positioning belt), gait trainers (VELA Meywalk, Buddy Roamer), therapy chairs and tables, and the Thevo therapeutic mattress range featuring the proprietary MiS Micro-Stimulation fiberglass underbedding system. Products are mostly classified as medical devices, CE-marked, and reimbursable through German statutory health insurance.

Product overview

THOMASHILFEN is a comprehensive rehabilitation and care equipment company offering a multi-category product portfolio. The core offerings include rehabilitation strollers and buggys (Swifty, Swifty 2, Swifty 3, EASyS series, Mouse, Grizzly, Yeti, Pegaz, Mewa, tRide) for children and adults with mobility needs; rehabilitation car seats (RECARO Axion 1 Reha, RECARO Monza CFX Reha, Axkid One 3 Reha, Axkid NEXTKID Reha, AVOVA Sperling Reha, Hercules series, THOMASHILFEN Major, Commander, Octopus) with various positioning and safety features; gait trainers (VELA Meywalk series, Miniwalk, Buddy Roamer, tGo, go.spider, trio); therapy chairs (VELA Tango, SiiS, Samba, Salsa); therapy tables (Ropox Multi Ergo, Vision, Ergo 2, Gruppentisch); therapy products (Limburg Junior, Delfi Badeliege, M2 Mini); positioning aids (Kinnunterstützung, Octopus belt system); and Thevo bedding systems with MiS Micro-Stimulation technology for care and rehabilitation (ThevoSmart, ThevoautoActiv, ThevoCare, ThevoFeel, ThevoRelief, ThevoCalm, ThevoVital, ThevoFloor, ThevoSchlummerstern). The company also offers the patented MiS Micro-Stimulation therapy system developed in 2000, which converts micro-movements into counter-movements for brain stimulation. Products are sold in over 53 countries worldwide with subsidiaries including Thomashilfen North America.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Thevo: Sleep expert brand for rehabilitation and care, including therapy mattresses and bedding systems
• ThevoSmart
• MiS Micro-Stimulation®
• Swifty
• EASyS
• ThevoSmart One

Products and services

• EASyS Advantage Rehabilitation stroller with maximum weight capacity of 40 kg, providing mobility for children with special needs and their parents.
• EASyS Advantage S Rehabilitation stroller variant with maximum weight capacity of 40 kg, offering all-round use for standard fittings.
• EASyS Modular S Rehabilitation stroller with particularly flexible head support and modular design, maximum weight capacity of 40 kg.
• Swifty Lightweight rehabilitation buggy for smaller children with body height up to 115 cm and maximum weight of 35 kg.
• Swifty 2 Stable, comfortable buggy with fixed seat designed for heavier users with body height up to 150 cm and maximum weight of 50 kg, standing up to the demands of everyday use.
• Swifty 3 Rehabilitation buggy for users with body height of 150 to 175 cm and body weight of 50 to 82 kg, featuring modern oval tube design, modular construction, individually adjustable back height, and intuitive folding mechanism.
• Mouse Rehabilitation stroller with elevated seat and lying position for body height 80-110 cm and maximum weight of 30 kg, providing increased participation.
• Grizzly Long-growing rehabilitation stroller in a strong everyday look for body height 85-140 cm and maximum weight of 45 kg.
• Yeti Very large and very sturdy rehabilitation stroller with reclining option for body height 130-175 cm and maximum weight of 80 kg.
• Pegaz Light and maneuverable rehabilitation stroller with many extras included, for body height 80-140 cm and maximum weight of 40 kg.
• Mewa Complete accessory package included rehabilitation stroller with many extras for body height 90-125 cm and maximum weight of 40 kg.
• tRide Simple and compact rehabilitation stroller with special headrest for body height up to 115 cm and maximum weight of 40 kg.
• Axkid One 3 Reha Rehabilitation ISOFIX seat enabling rear-facing travel up to a body height of 125 cm and maximum weight of 23 kg.
• AVOVA Sperling Reha Rehabilitation car seat featuring a safety belt and positioning belt combined in one unit, usable from 76 cm to 135 cm without modification, with maximum safety and simple ISOFIX installation.
• THOMASHILFEN Major Flexible all-rounder rehabilitation car seat for uncomplicated everyday use for body height 70-150 cm and weight 9-36 kg.
• THOMASHILFEN Commander Specialist rehabilitation car seat for children who need a lot of support while traveling for body height 100-150 cm and weight 15-36 kg.
• RECARO Monza CFX Reha Rehabilitation car seat that promotes individual mobility and improves perception for body height 100-150 cm and weight 15-36 kg.
• RECARO Axion 1 Reha Rehabilitation car seat giving children with special needs stability, comfort, and protection for relaxed travel. Designed for body height 100-150 cm and weight up to 50 kg with innovative side impact protection, individually adjustable elements, and ergonomic seat design. Made in Germany.
• Hercules Small Rehabilitation car seat tested according to the latest car seat standard (R129) including side impact protection for body height 100-150 cm and maximum weight of 50 kg.
• Axkid NEXTKID Reha Rehabilitation car seat with perfect fit through flexible side panels and headrest for body height 100-150 cm and weight 15-50 kg.
• Hercules Prime Growing, modular rehabilitation car seat for long service life for body height 130-180 cm and maximum weight of 80 kg, suitable for larger children, youth, and adults.
• THOMASHILFEN Octopus Rehabilitation belt system for optimal positioning and maximum safety in vehicles for children, youth, and adults. Features adjustable belt guides, lockable belt buckles, and 7-point safety vest. Available in sizes S (130-160 cm, 30-50 kg) and M (150-190 cm, 50-80 kg).
• VELA Meywalk 2000 Walking and running trainer for children and adults with maximum weight capacity of 100 kg, available in small, medium, and large sizes.
• VELA Miniwalk Walking trainer for children with maximum weight capacity of 40 kg.
• VELA Meywalk 4 Walking trainer available in micro (max. 60 kg), small (max. 100 kg), medium (max. 130 kg), and large (max. 130 kg) sizes.
• Buddy Roamer Walking trainer for body weight 30-100 kg.
• tGo Walking trainer with maximum weight capacity of 45 kg.
• go.spider Walking trainer with maximum weight capacity of 80 kg.
• trio Walking trainer with maximum weight capacity of 150 kg.
• VELA Tango 700/700E Therapy chair with maximum weight capacity of 160 kg.
• VELA Tango 600S/600ES Therapy chair with maximum weight capacity of 80 kg.
• VELA Tango 300/300E Therapy chair with maximum weight capacity of 200 kg.
• SiiS Therapy chair with maximum weight capacity of 120 kg.
• VELA Samba Therapy chair with maximum weight capacity of 125 kg.
• VELA Salsa Therapy chair with maximum weight capacity of 125 kg.
• Ropox Multi Ergo Height-adjustable therapy table with maximum load capacity of 100 kg.
• ThevoSmart Intelligent mattress overlay functioning as a care cockpit for home care, featuring sensors for monitoring and care support.
• ThevoautoActiv Therapy mattress with decubitus (pressure ulcer) suspension system for prevention and treatment.
• ThevoCare Prevention mattress for care and rehabilitation.
• ThevoautoActiv 800 Enhanced therapy mattress with decubitus suspension system and advanced pressure relief features.
• ThevoFeel Therapy mattress with stroke suspension system for stroke patient care.
• ThevoRelief Therapy mattress with pain suspension system for pain management in care.
• ThevoCalm Therapy mattress with Parkinson's suspension system for Parkinson's patient care.
• ThevoVital Therapy mattress with dementia suspension system for dementia patient care.
• ThevoFloor Mattress system for floor positioning for ground-level care scenarios.
• ThevoSchlummerstern Therapy mattress with positioning suspension system for specialized positioning care.
• Delfi Badeliege Therapy bath lift available in 3 sizes.

Quantifiable outcome

• MiS Micro-Stimulation has been shown to significantly improve sleep quality by reducing nighttime awakenings and increasing deep sleep phases, based on comparative sleep study diagrams shown on the company website.
• +2 more outcomes

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

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Feature6 records

Partnerships

14 partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• RECARO (RECARO Kids)coreTechnology or IntegrationRECARO is a key technology and product partner for Thomashilfen in the Reha car seat segment. Thomashilfen distributes RECARO's rehabilitation car seats including the RECARO Axion 1 Reha, RECARO Monza CFX Reha, and previously the RECARO Sport HERO Reha and RECARO Monza Nova 2 Reha. RECARO provides the seating technology, safety architecture, and manufacturing expertise, while Thomashilfen handles distribution, adaptation for disability needs, and market access in Germany and beyond. The partnership is described as combining experience, innovation, and trust 'for the highest demands in everyday life.'
• AxkidcoreTechnology or IntegrationAxkid is a product partner providing specialized ISOFIX rear-facing Reha car seats. Thomashilfen distributes Axkid products including Axkid One 3 Reha (rear-facing to 125 cm), Axkid NEXTKID Reha (100-150 cm, to 50 kg), and previously Axkid ONE 2 Reha. Axkid supplies the base seat technology and ISOFIX systems, with Thomashilfen handling German/EU market distribution and disability adaptations.
• AVOVAcoreTechnology or IntegrationAVOVA is a product partner for Reha car seats, supplying the AVOVA Sperling Reha model distributed by Thomashilfen. The AVOVA Sperling Reha features a combined safety belt and positioning belt system usable from 76 cm to 135 cm without modification, distributed through Thomashilfen's specialist dealer network.
• VELA (VELA GmbH)coreTechnology or IntegrationVELA is a product partner supplying therapy chairs and gait trainers. Thomashilfen distributes VELA products including the VELA Tango therapy chairs (300/300E, 600S/600ES, 700/700E), VELA Samba and VELA Salsa therapy chairs, VELA Meywalk 2000 gait trainers (in small, medium, large sizes), VELA Meywalk 4 gait trainers (micro, small, medium, large), and VELA Miniwalk. VELA provides the therapeutic furniture design while Thomashilfen manages distribution and market access.
• APEX Mobility (Australia)coreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorAPEX Mobility is the exclusive distributor for Thomashilfen products in Australia. Located at 4 Phiney Place, Ingleburn, NSW 2565. Carries a comprehensive product portfolio including Swifty buggies, EASyS strollers, tRide, car seats (Axkid, AVOVA Sperling, THOMASHILFEN Major, Commander, RECARO Monza CFX, Hercules, Octopus), and gait trainers.
• Thomashilfen North AmericacoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorSubsidiary company established in Sumner, Washington, USA. Formerly ExoMotion L.L.C., acquired by Thomashilfen in 2009 and converted to the company's US division. Serves the North American market (USA and Canada) with the full product range. Phone: +1 866 870 2122. Website: thomashilfen.us.
• Tendercare Ltd. (United Kingdom)coreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorTendercare Ltd. is the UK distributor for Thomashilfen products. Located in Littlehampton, UK. Carries the full product range including Swifty buggies, EASyS strollers, tRide, ThevoTwist, RECARO car seats, THOMASHILFEN car seats (Major, Commander, Co-Pilot, Octopus), SiiS therapy chair.
• SunMed Medizintechnische Produkte GmbH (Austria)coreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorSunMed is the Austrian distributor for Thomashilfen's Thevo therapeutic mattress range. Located in Vienna. Carries ThevoSoft, ThevoautoActiv 800, ThevoCare, ThevoCalm, ThevoVital, ThevoRelief, ThevoFlex, ThevoSchlummerstern, and ThevoSchlummerstern Senso.
• Rehatec AG (Switzerland)coreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorRehatec AG is the Swiss distributor for Thomashilfen products. Located in Allschwil, Switzerland. Serves the Swiss market with Thomashilfen rehabilitation and care products.
• Rehagirona s.l. (Spain)coreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorRehagirona s.l. is the Spanish (and Portuguese) distributor for Thomashilfen's car seat range. Located in Bescanó, Girona, Spain. Carries RECARO Monza CFX Reha, Axkid NEXTKID Reha, AVOVA Sperling Reha, Axkid ONE 2 Reha, Hercules Small, Hercules Prime, THOMASHILFEN Co-Pilot, Commander, Major, and Octopus.
• L&B Medical AB (Sweden)coreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorL&B Medical AB is the Swedish distributor for Thomashilfen products. Located in Täby, Sweden.
• O'Neill Healthcare Ltd. (Ireland)coreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorO'Neill Healthcare Ltd. is the Irish distributor for Thomashilfen products. Located in Dublin, Ireland. Carries Swifty buggies, EASyS strollers, tRide, ThevoTwist, RECARO car seats, THOMASHILFEN car seats, SiiS, and Thevo therapeutic mattresses.
• Beijing Guanchaoli Health Technology Group Co.,LTD. (China)coreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorBeijing Guanchaoli Health Technology Group Co.,LTD. is the Chinese distributor for Thomashilfen's Thevo mattress products for both adults and children. Located in Beijing's Haidian District.
• rehaKINDminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerrehaKIND is referenced as a collaborative organization for the positioning aids segment. They offer standardized measurement forms (Massblatt-Sitzen) used in conjunction with Thomashilfen products such as the Octopus Reha-Gurtsystem. rehaKIND is a professional network organization in the field of rehabilitation for children.

Scale indicators5 records

Recent moves9 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• Leckey (Sunrise Medical): Northern Ireland-based pediatric postural seating and standing brand (now part of Sunrise Medical). Direct peer on therapy chairs, seating systems, and standing frames for children with disabilities — overlapping with Thomashilfen's therapy chair and positioning aid range.
• Akces-Med: Polish manufacturer of pediatric Reha strollers, positioning seats, and gait trainers. Comparable to Thomashilfen on Reha stroller product category, special needs car seats, and pediatric mobility end customer across Central/Eastern Europe.
• Ormesa S.r.l. Italian manufacturer of pediatric Reha equipment including strollers (Girolly, Eclips), gait trainers, and positioning seats. Compares to Thomashilfen on pediatric mobility, special needs car seats, and Italian/Southern European distribution.
• R82 (Etac): Danish-Swedish pediatric mobility and seating specialist (now part of Etac), offering Reha strollers (Stingray, Caribou), seating systems (Wombat, Panther), and gait trainers. Closely comparable to Thomashilfen in pediatric Reha mobility and special needs car seat adjacent categories.
• Convaid (Etac): US-based pediatric Reha stroller brand (now Etac) with models like the Convaid Trekker and Rodeo. Direct overlap with Thomashilfen's Swifty and EASyS Reha buggy product lines for children with disabilities.
• Hoggi GmbH: German manufacturer of pediatric rehabilitation strollers (e.g., Bingo, Skip) and special needs buggies. Headquartered in Liebenscheid, Germany — directly comparable to Thomashilfen on Reha stroller product category, German specialist dealer channel, and pediatric Reha end customer.

Broad incumbents

• Invacare Corporation: Global manufacturer of home and long-term care medical equipment including wheelchairs, beds, and pressure ulcer mattresses (alternating pressure, foam). Comparable to Thomashilfen on care mattress/positioning products within institutional care segments.
• Ottobock SE & Co. KGaA: German global DME leader with extensive prosthetics, orthotics, wheelchairs, and pediatric Reha offerings (Kimba, Bravo). Comparable as a broader incumbent that competes across multiple Thomashilfen categories with greater scale and R&D budget.
• Permobil AB: Swedish manufacturer of power wheelchairs, seating systems, and pediatric mobility (via TiLite, Convaid legacy). Broad incumbent comparison to Thomashilfen on pediatric Reha mobility and high-end positioning products.
• Sunrise Medical: Global mobility and seating company (owners of Leckey, Zippie, Quickie, JAY) with pediatric Reha adjacencies. Comparable as a broad incumbent leveraging pediatric brands acquired or developed alongside adult wheelchair portfolios.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance3 records

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Number of profiles

Profiles10 records

Subsidiaries1 record

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Funding rounds

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