Genrobotics Innovations’ technology marks a milestone in inclusive, technology-driven healthcare
Kerala has achieved a major milestone in public health by becoming the first Indian state to introduce robotic rehabilitation technology at the primary healthcare level, with the installation of the Robotic Assisted Gait Trainer ‘G-Gaiter’ at the Noolpuzha Family Health Center (FHC) in Wayanad. The facility was inaugurated by Smt. Veena George, Minister for Health, Government of Kerala.
“Today, we are proud to introduce the advanced version of G-Gaiter, designed to support both adult and pediatric rehabilitation,” said Smt. Veena George. “During my interaction with a patient named Jagatheesh from Tamil Nadu, I saw the spark in his eyes as he experienced the joy of walking again after a long period. It was a moving moment that reflects the power of such innovations in transforming lives.”
This initiative is part of the Chief Minister’s Wayanad Special Rehabilitation Package and aligns with Kerala’s vision of inclusive and technology-enabled public healthcare. Located in a region where over 50% of residents belong to tribal communities, the Noolpuzha FHC now offers state-of-the-art rehabilitation facilities that were previously inaccessible to these populations.
“For a backward region like Noolpuzha, where nearly half the population belongs to tribal and marginalized communities, introducing robotic rehabilitation through G-Gaiter is a historic step toward healthcare equity,” said Dr. Dahar Mohammed V. P., Medical Officer, Noolpuzha FHC.
Developed by Genrobotics Innovations, a Kerala-based deep-tech startup known globally for its human-centric robotic solutions, G-Gaiter represents a leap in India’s medical robotics innovation. The gait trainer is suitable for both adults and children recovering from neurological or orthopedic conditions such as stroke, spinal cord injury, or cerebral palsy.
The system offers robotic-assisted gait training that improves natural walking style, balance, coordination, and recovery outcomes. It is already operational at the Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation (PMR) Department of Thiruvananthapuram General Hospital, where it has demonstrated remarkable results.
“In a prospective crossover study involving 36 stroke patients, we found significant improvement in balance and gait function. Over 80 patients have benefited from this system so far,” said Dr. Arun John, PMR Consultant, General Hospital, Thiruvananthapuram.
By integrating robotic rehabilitation technology into primary healthcare, Kerala is setting a national example for equitable access to advanced medical technologies, ensuring that even remote and tribal communities can benefit from innovations that restore mobility and dignity.