Immergo Labs began with a vision deeply rooted in science and research. Founded on over 9 years of groundbreaking work in robotics, virtual reality, multimodal rehabilitation, and game design, our journey from academic research to telehealth innovation has been both challenging and rewarding.
Immergo's Humble Beginnings
Looking back to 2021, our first office space represented more than just a physical location—it was the birthplace of a dream to transform physical rehabilitation through emerging technologies. Those early days were filled with excitement as our team worked tirelessly to develop our VR platform in a modest workspace, with whiteboards covered in diagrams and VR headsets scattered across desks.
Our early demos at Santa Cruz Works and the American Physical Therapy Association events marked our first steps in sharing our vision with the community. These initial presentations allowed us to refine our approach and gather valuable feedback from potential users and stakeholders. The enthusiasm we received fueled our determination to push forward.
From Local Demos to National Recognition
The journey from those first community demos to showcasing our work at the American Physical Therapy Association (APTA)'s 25th Combined Sections Meeting in Houston represented a significant milestone. Standing before industry professionals and healthcare innovators, we proudly demonstrated our vision for how Immergo's VR technology could revolutionize care for physical rehabilitation.
These presentations weren't just about showcasing technology—they were about demonstrating the real-world impact of years of research translated into practical applications that could improve patient outcomes and expand access to care.
Immergo's Research-Driven Innovation
What sets Immergo apart has always been our unwavering commitment to evidence-based development. With over 15 peer-reviewed publications from our founders inspiring our approach, every feature and function of our platform is designed with scientific rigor and informed through research.
Our team continues to embrace the academic foundation that sparked Immergo, constantly refining our technology based on the latest findings in rehabilitation science, human-computer interaction, co-designing with the physical rehabilitation community, and telehealth best practices.
Building Community
Beyond technology, we've built a community of passionate innovators, healthcare providers, and patients who share our vision for transforming rehabilitation. From our team's enthusiastic collaborations in our first office to engaging presentations for healthcare professionals, Immergo has always been about connecting people through technology.
Looking Forward
While we cherish these memories from 2021, they represent just the beginning of our story. Today, Immergo continues to evolve, guided by the same principles that inspired its creation: research excellence, data-driven development, and a commitment to empowering lives through innovation.
Our VR platform now features full-body avatar interaction for real-time evaluation in telehealth sessions and asynchronous exercise programs, bringing rehabilitation into the digital age while maintaining the human connection that's essential to healing.
Join Our Journey
Immergo was inspired by numerous research studies conducted by its cofounders. If you're interested in the science behind our innovation, we invite you to learn more at our research page.
Whether you're a healthcare provider looking to expand your telehealth capabilities, a researcher interested in VR applications for rehabilitation, or someone passionate about healthcare innovation, there's a place for you in the Immergo story.
From research lab to telehealth innovation, we remain committed to transforming physical rehabilitation through technology—one virtual interaction at a time.
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