HOUSTON – TIRR Memorial Hermann, continually recognized as one of America’s best rehabilitation hospitals by U.S. News & World Report and a national leader in medical rehabilitation and research, will begin introducing the Rise&Walk® technology to patients with neurological and mobility impairments. 

The Rise&Walk® technology, from Healing Innovations, Inc., supports gait training by synchronizing upper and lower extremity movements, providing a versatile neurorehabilitation station that combines robotic-assisted gait training, seated activities, and a balance support zone. The technology is developed in alignment with the latest research to promote neuroplasticity, a key factor in functional recovery.  

“We are honored to work with TIRR Memorial Hermann to make our Rise&Walk® technology available to more patients in Houston and the surrounding areas. This collaboration allows us to support patients on their journey to recovery, giving them access to advanced tools that can improve their mobility and overall quality of life,” said Luke Benda, CEO of Healing Innovations.

TIRR Memorial Hermann offers comprehensive inpatient and outpatient care for patients recovering from a range of life-altering injuries and disabilities, including strokes, brain and spinal cord injuries, cerebral palsy, Parkinson’s Disease, and other complex medical conditions. Ranked No. 2 in the Best Hospitals for Rehabilitation category in 2024 by U.S. News & World Report and recognized as the best rehabilitation hospital in Texas for 34 consecutive years, TIRR Memorial Hermann is committed to advancing the field of rehabilitation with innovative approaches to patient care. 

“We are excited to bring this groundbreaking technology to TIRR Memorial Hermann,” said Rhonda Abbott, senior vice president and chief executive officer for TIRR Memorial Hermann. “Our mission has always been to provide the highest level of rehabilitative care, and working with Healing Innovations allows us to continue to offer our patients the most advanced tools available. Together, we look forward to helping more individuals recover and regain their independence.” 

TIRR Memorial Hermann’s comprehensive services encompass physical, occupational, and speech therapy, alongside specialized rehabilitative care, including respiratory therapy, dietary services, case management, pharmacy services, social work services, pain management, and more. A dedicated physician-led interdisciplinary health care team collaborates with patients and their families to formulate personalized treatment plans, leveraging the latest in rehabilitative technology and equipment.

About TIRR Memorial Hermann:

TIRR Memorial Hermann (The Institute for Rehabilitation and Research) is a 134-bed hospital and research center based in Houston, Texas, specializing in comprehensive rehabilitation for patients recovering from traumatic brain and spinal injuries, as well as those with neurological conditions. In addition to its main campus in the Texas Medical Center, TIRR Memorial Hermann operates a network of seven outpatient rehabilitation centers and a network of inpatient locations throughout the Greater Houston area. The hospital is part of the larger Memorial Hermann Health System, a non-profit, values-driven, community-owned health system dedicated to improving health.

About Healing Innovations: 

Healing Innovations is a medical technology company based in Nashville, TN, that specializes in the rehabilitation robotics industry. Healing Innovations’ mission is to increase access to rehabilitation by developing market-leading robotic technology that improves health, mobility, and independence for people recovering from neurological injuries. The company’s first technology, the Rise&Walk® InClinic, is the world's first rehabilitation station with three unique therapeutic zones for activity-based therapies and the first technology to integrate the upper extremities into the gait pattern for retraining. The company has collaborated with some of the leading innovation organizations in the country, including the National Science Foundation, the Shepherd Center, TIRR Memorial Hermann, and more, to help bring technology to patients and help people walk again. To learn more about Healing Innovations, please visit healinginnovations.com.

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