Advancements In Rehabilitation Technologies--An Analytical Perspective of the Physical Rehabilitation Industry

Table of Contents

1 EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

• Scope and Methodology
  • Scope of the Research Service
  • Research Methodology
• Introduction
  • Emerging Technologies and their Applications
  • Key Technology Trends

2 PHYSICAL REHABILITATION SYSTEMS--AN OVERVIEW

• Technology Primer
  • Introduction to Physical Rehabilitation--Definition and Segmentation
  • Biomaterials
  • Broad Categorization and Comparison
• Categories and Components
  • Categories
  • Integrated Electronics
  • Performance

3 APPLICATIONS AND ANALYSIS

• Technology Analysis
  • Industry Drivers
  • Industry Restraints
  • Industry Challenges
• Analyst Insights
  • Comments
  • Key Points

4 STRATEGIC EVALUATION OF TECHNOLOGIES IN PHYSICAL REHABILITATION INDUSTRY

• Prioritization of Technologies for End users below Forty Years of Age
  • Definition Of Criteria
  • AHP Process and Computation for Goal Node and Level 0 Criteria
  • AHP Process and Computation for Goal Node and Level 1 Criteria
  • Final Priorities and Analyst Insights
• Prioritization of Technologies for End users between Forty to Sixty Years of Age
  • AHP Process and Computation for Goal Node and Level 0 Criteria
  • Final Priorities and Analyst Insights
• Prioritization of Technologies for End users above Sixty Years of Age
  • AHP Process and Computation for Goal Node and Level 0 Criteria
  • Final Priorities and Analyst Insights

5 TECHNICAL DEVELOPMENTS

• Developments by Companies--World
  • Neuro-Robotic System--USA
  • Orthotic Aid for Patients in Postsurgical State--USA
  • Orthotic Insoles Aiding Gait Therapy--China
  • Shape Memory Polymers for Orthopedic Applications--USA
  • Next Generation Power Wheelchairs--USA
  • Muscle Building Training--Switzerland
  • Metal on Metal Hip Joint Replacement--USA
  • Assistive Rehabilitation after Tenolysis--USA
  • Automated Limbs and Sealants from Ossur--USA
• Developments by Universities--World
  • Effects of Achilles Tendon Stretching on Plantar Fascia Tension--Taiwan
  • Finger Healing Device--China

6 TECHNOLOGY TRENDS AND FUTURE

• Future and Ethics
  • Futuristic Mechanics of Development and Roadmap
  • Ethical and Reimbursement Issues
• Competitive Landscape
  • Geographical Analysis
  • Competitive Forces

7 KEY PATENTS; CONTACTS

• Patents
  • US Patent Overview
  • US Patents--2007 and 2008
  • US Patents--2006
  • Other Key Patents
  • Quantitative Patent Assessment
• Contacts
  • Industry Contacts
  • Academic Contacts

8 DECISION SUPPORT DATABASE

• Database Tables
  • Hospital Beds--World (2002 to 2012)
  • Population above 65--World (2002 to 2012)
  • Per Capita Healthcare Expenditure--World (2002 to 2012)