Medthera Inc.

Medthera Inc. manufactures WalkPort, a supported walk station designed for home-based therapeutic walking and rehabilitation. Founded in 1987 by quadriplegic entrepreneur Alan Tholkes (who previously founded Altimate Medical and created the EasyStand standing device), Medthera focuses on enabling safe, assisted walking for individuals with mobility limitations due to stroke, spinal cord injury, multiple sclerosis, Parkinson's disease, and other neurological conditions. WalkPort features adjustable knee and foot supports, motorized leg movement assistance, and a contoured padded seating system that allows users to perform gait training independently at home. The device emphasizes ease of use with single-adjustment setup, no-tool assembly, and smooth sit-to-stand transitions with minimal shear force. The product integrates a companion mobile app for progress tracking (steps, pace, duration) with real-time avatar feedback. WalkPort is positioned as a bridge-gap rehabilitation tool that enables locomotor training principles and capitalizes on compliance-intensive home therapy. Clinical validation includes testimonials from spinal cord injury patients, stroke survivors, and licensed physical therapists. The device targets both independent users and those requiring caregiver assistance, accommodating a spectrum from cane/walker users to those needing full standing support. Medthera operates a direct-to-consumer reservation and purchase model with tiered delivery options including white-glove service. The company emphasizes the neurological and psychological benefits of walking—strength building, circulation improvement, joint health support, and mood enhancement—positioning WalkPort within the broader wellness and chronic condition management market.