Groundbreaking Clinical Evidence Strengthens ROMTech’s Mission: Restoring Mobility Extends Lifespan and Quality of Life
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New research reinforces the connection between rehabilitation, independence, and longevity, core to ROMTech’s patient-first innovations
Brookfield, Conn. – October 17, 2025 – ROMTech, creator of the PortableConnect® Adaptive Telemed Technology and leader in rehabilitation medicine, today announced compelling new evidence that supports its foundational mission: structured physical rehabilitation not only accelerates recovery, it also directly contributes to longer, healthier lives for patients across all age groups.
As the healthcare industry shifts toward preventive and outcomes-based care, recent clinical studies and research confirm that consistent mobility and rehabilitation improve longevity, independence, and overall well-being. These findings mirror ROMTech’s own data, where thousands of patients have achieved faster function and more complete recoveries through the company’s data-driven at-home therapy.
Newly published studies from 2024-2025 reinforce the link between movement, recovery, and long-term health outcomes:
- Telerehabilitation Meta-Analysis (2025): Randomized controlled trials found significant improvements in physical function, ADL scores, and quality of life across post-surgical, cardiac, and neurological populations. (Thanakamchokchai et al., Digital Health, 2025). Early publication/abstract form.
- Parkinson’s Rehab Study (2024): Remote rehabilitation including gains in motor function and adherence, achieved outcomes comparable to inpatient therapy while improving independence. (Ge et al., Journal of Telemedicine and Telecare, 2024).
- AI-Based Digital Rehabilitation (2025): Personalized AI feedback increased adherence and patient engagement. (JMIR Rehabilitation and Assistive Technologies, 2025). Early publication/abstract form.
- Home-Based Stroke Rehab (2025): Remote rehabilitation achieved outcomes comparable to inpatient therapy while improving activities of daily living.(Do et al., Disability and Rehabilitation, 2025).
These findings build on landmark studies such as the pivotal LIFE (Lifestyle Interventions and Independence for Elders) trial published in JAMA, which demonstrated that daily consistent, moderate physical activity can extend lifespan by up to three years and reduce persistent disability by 28% among older adults.
“The results prove what we’ve observed across tens of thousands of ROMTech patients,” said Steve Siegel, ROMTech President. “Rehabilitation isn’t just about post-surgical recovery—it’s a cornerstone of long-term health, independence, and longevity. Every improvement in movement extends what’s possible for our patients.”
Research continues to show that improved mobility also delivers powerful psychological and social benefits:
- Reduced pain, anxiety, and depression
- Shorter hospital stays and fewer readmissions
- Increased engagement in community and family activities
- Improved self-confidence and independence in daily living
“Mobility is the foundation of long-term vitality,” added Siegel. “When patients can move freely and comfortably, their mental health, social connection, and confidence all improve. This recent research validates what our technology was built to achieve: helping people move better, live longer, and thrive.”
ROMTech’s PortableConnect® Adaptive Telemed Technology combines telemedicine, AI-driven analytics, and evidence-based protocols to deliver personalized rehabilitation remotely. With real-time clinician oversight, the at-home device continuously tracks range of motion, session adherence, and pain metrics—providing clinicians with real-time data to customize rehab plans.
This clinician-controlled feedback loop enables faster recovery, better compliance, and measurable improvements in patient outcomes—supporting hospitals, orthopedic practices, and the Veterans Administration in advancing value-based care.
Note to Editors:
Clinical references supporting the findings in this release including JAMA, Digital Health, Disability and Rehabilitation, and Journal of Telemedicine and Telecare studies are listed in the accompanying fact sheet.
About ROMTech
ROMTech® (Range of Motion Technologies) is a medical technology company revolutionizing rehabilitation care with telemedicine to achieve unparalleled patient outcomes. Based in Brookfield, Connecticut, and founded in 2013, ROMTech uses evidence-based technology to deliver patient-centered care for a quicker postoperative recovery at a decreased cost, remotely connecting clinicians and patients nationwide. For more information about ROMTech’s rehabilitation solutions, visit www.ROMTech.com
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