Information on exercise trainers & splints

Exercise trainers and splints—what is the clinical difference?

Both product groups are often used in combination, but they serve different purposes:

Fitness trainer

Promote active or assisted movement—improving mobility, coordination, and muscle activation. Pedalo devices specifically train proprioception and balance: particularly valuable in rehabilitation following ankle and knee injuries, where neuromuscular control must be restored—not just strength.

Therapeutic splints

They stabilize and guide joints. They reduce improper stress, protect healing tissues, and allow for controlled movement within defined limits. CPM (Continuous Passive Motion) braces are used after knee and hip surgeries to promote joint nutrition and prevent adhesions.

Brands and their applications

Chattanooga offers proven rehabilitation solutions with a long-standing presence in European rehabilitation centers.

Pedalo specializes in coordination and balance training. The equipment promotes proprioception, dynamic stability, and responsiveness—both in rehabilitation and in athlete development.

Iron Neck offers an innovative system for and concussion prevention. Used in rehabilitation following whiplash, for chronic neck pain, and in competitive sports (rugby, martial arts, football).

Frequently Asked Questions

When is an exercise trainer a good idea?

After injuries or surgeries, when mobility or motor control needs to be gradually restored. Also useful as a preventive measure for athletes to improve balance and stability.

When do I need a splint?

When a joint needs to be stabilized and supported following surgery or an injury—or when uncontrolled movements could jeopardize the healing process.

What can Iron Neck do that traditional neck exercises can't?

Iron Neck enables 360-degree resistance training of the neck muscles under controlled load. This is virtually impossible to replicate using conventional methods—which is why it is used by professional sports clubs and rehabilitation centers worldwide.

Consulting & Selection

Not sure which solution is right for application? Our team will be happy to advise you—by phone, email, or at our Zurich showroom.