Physical Therapy & Rehab

Physical Therapy and Rehab Equipment for Clinics and Facilities

A physical therapy department is not one equipment category. It is a treatment table decision, a modality decision, an exercise equipment decision, and a consumables decision, and each has a different lifespan, a different budget line, and often a different person signing off. That is why clinic build-outs so often end up sourced from five vendors with mismatched lead times.

MediDepot’s Physical Therapy and Rehab collection holds 913 configurations across roughly 35 manufacturers, which makes it possible to work through all of those decisions in one place. The range spans Mettler Electronics ultrasound and stimulation, Whitehall hydrotherapy, Pivotal Health and Bailey Manufacturing treatment and mat tables, Body-Solid and SportsArt exercise equipment, iReliev TENS and red light therapy, Stroops resistance training, Skillbuilders and R82 pediatric positioning, and consumables such as KT Tape kinesiology tape.

Practices and Programs This Catalog Serves

The breadth here means the collection fits clinical settings at very different scales. It is a practical starting point for:

• Outpatient physical therapy and rehabilitation clinics
• Hospital rehab departments and inpatient therapy gyms
• Chiropractic practices and spinal decompression clinics
• Sports medicine practices and athletic training rooms
• Pediatric therapy programs needing positioning and standing equipment
• Occupational therapy departments and hand therapy clinics
• Skilled nursing facilities and long-term care rehab programs
• University and college athletic training and teaching labs

What the 913-Product Range Covers

The catalog organizes into several clear equipment families.

Electrotherapy and Therapeutic Ultrasound Mettler Electronics anchors this group with 26 electrotherapy listings plus the Sonicator line. The ME 740 Series Sonicator 740 delivers therapeutic ultrasound, and the Sonicator Plus combination units include the ME 921C two-channel and ME 941 and ME 941C four-channel systems, the latter with a touch screen and cart options. Applicators include the 7413 dual-frequency 5 cm2 head at 1 and 3 MHz and the 7305 5 cm2 1 MHz head. Stimulators include the Sys Stim 206, 228 two-channel, 240 neuromuscular, and the ME 208A two-channel low volt device. Professional sponge electrodes and medical sponge inserts are stocked in four size variants each.

TENS, EMS, and Portable Stimulation iReliev contributes 70 listings including the ET-7070 TENS and EMS system, the ET-8080-C premium rechargeable unit, the HD-5050 wearable system, the ET-1313 TENS unit, the IR-PRO-500 SPORT muscle stimulator with explosive strength mode, and the IR-PRO-100-B WiTENS Mini wireless unit. Mettler adds the ME 211 TENS STIM over-the-counter TENS and EMS combo.

Traction and Decompression The traction group includes the Mettler 4200 Traction System with a motorized caudal section, the ME 4200T traction table, the ME 4000 MTD 4000 head unit, and the 40008 clinical heavy duty cervical traction device. Chattanooga supplies the CHAT4759 TX Traction Unit with pivoting interface and the CHAT6876-3 traction package with flexion stool and cervical system. Mettler’s ME 4100 Neural-Flex Decompression System and ME 4800 motorized eight section chiropractic table cover decompression work, and Drive Medical offers the 13004 over door traction set for home programs.

Hydrotherapy Whitehall provides 24 listings across Lo-Boy, Hi-Boy, and Sports whirlpool configurations, including the WHL-90 and WHL-105 Lo-Boy tanks at 90 and 105 gallons in stationary and mobile builds, the WHH-105-S Hi-Boy, and the S-110-S Sports whirlpool at 110 gallons.

Treatment, Mat, and Therapy Tables Pivotal Health covers wood, electric, and traction tables, including the THERA-P and Essential THERA-P electric treatment tables, bariatric and BOBATH configurations of both, the Aluma Elite mat tables, and the PT2000 and PT2001 bariatric hi-lo mat tables. The Armedica I9430 economy wood table carries a 500 lb capacity. Bailey Manufacturing contributes 69 listings including the Model 4520 bariatric mat table at 4 ft by 7 ft with 1000 lb capacity and the 4554/4555/4556 BariMatic electric hi-lo mat tables, also rated to 1000 lb. Clinton Industries adds 38 further table and cabinet configurations.

Heat, Cold, and Thermal Modalities Chattanooga’s CHAT2409 Hydrocollator M-2 mobile heating unit ships with 12 standard HotPacs. Rapid Reboot REVAMP reusable soft-gel pads and sleeves cover hot and cold therapy for shoulder, arm, and leg, and Therabody’s RecoveryTherm Knee Wrap combines cold, heat, contrast, and vibration. Battle Creek’s Thermophore 056 is a weighted 14 in by 14 in moist heating pad. HealthyLine contributes 22 PEMF and far infrared mats and wraps, and Mettler’s Auto Therm 390 and 391 diathermy systems appear with their drum applicators.

Exercise and Strength Equipment Body-Solid supplies 245 listings and SportsArt 149, covering functional trainers, multi-station gyms, selectorized machines, Olympic plates and weight sets, treadmills, ellipticals, bikes, rowers, and storage racks. Stroops adds 40 resistance training products including Slastix bands, the Beast elastic battle rope, and Fit Stik training bars.

Pediatric Positioning and Mobility Skillbuilders offers 49 listings including three-piece and two-piece mobile floor sitters and feeder seats in multiple sizes. R82 contributes the Gazelle PS foldable standing frame, the Caribou prone and supine stander rated to 220.4 lb, the Rabbit Up mobile prone stander, and the Meerkat simple stander.

Assessment, Tape, and Clinic Consumables The Saehan hydraulic hand dynamometer covers grip strength testing. KT Tape supplies nine kinesiology tape products including Pro synthetic, Sensitive Skin cotton, Pro Oxygen Celliant, and Pro Ice menthol-infused tape. Mettler ultrasonic cleaners run from 3 L up to 20 gallons with basket, cover, and adjustable heater.

Modality Equipment Compared

Narrowing Down Your Equipment List

With this much on offer, the useful filter is your treatment protocol rather than the product catalog.

• Start with modalities you bill for. Ultrasound, electrical stimulation, and mechanical traction are the equipment that determines what services a clinic can deliver, so those decisions should lead the build-out.
• Combination or separate units. The Sonicator Plus 921C and 941 combine ultrasound and stimulation in one chassis, which saves floor space and setup time. Separate units give redundancy if one goes out for service.
• Table capacity and adjustment. Confirm weight capacity against your patient population. Bariatric options from Bailey and Pivotal Health reach 1000 lb, while the Armedica I9430 economy wood table is rated at 500 lb.
• Hi-lo versus fixed height. Powered hi-lo tables and mat tables reduce transfer strain on staff, which matters in departments with heavy dependent-transfer volume.
• Hydrotherapy footprint and plumbing. Whirlpool tanks need drainage, water supply, and floor loading confirmed with facilities before order. Mobile versions offer placement flexibility but still require fill and drain planning.
• Pediatric programs need their own category. Floor sitters, feeder seats, and standing frames are sized by user, so specify from measurements rather than age.
• Budget for consumables from day one. Sponge electrodes and inserts, HotPac replacements, kinesiology tape, and ultrasound gel are recurring costs that belong in the operating budget, not the capital request.

Specifications to Confirm Before Ordering

Buyers should confirm electrical requirements, assembled dimensions, weight capacity, water and drainage needs, and any assembly or installation requirements directly on each product page before ordering, since these vary widely across the catalog. MediDepot does not represent that any item satisfies a specific facility’s licensure, accreditation, billing, or reimbursement requirements. Therapeutic modalities should be applied only by qualified clinicians according to their own scope of practice and treatment protocols, and equipment selection should follow from those protocols rather than the reverse.

Phasing a Clinic Build-Out

Few departments buy everything at once, and the sequencing matters more than the total.

• Tables and modalities first. These define treatment capacity. Exercise equipment can expand later without limiting what the clinic can bill for on day one.
• Standardize modality units across rooms. Staff moving between treatment bays should not have to learn three different ultrasound interfaces.
• Confirm utilities before the freight arrives. Hydrotherapy tanks, powered tables, and diathermy units all have electrical or plumbing dependencies that are far cheaper to solve before delivery.
• Keep a service and calibration schedule. Ultrasound and stimulation equipment need periodic verification, so build that into the department’s maintenance calendar from the start.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the difference between therapeutic ultrasound and electrical stimulation?

Therapeutic ultrasound, delivered through systems such as the Sonicator 740, uses sound waves transmitted through an applicator head to reach deeper tissue. Electrical stimulation, delivered through Sys Stim and TENS and EMS units, applies electrical current through surface electrodes to nerve and muscle tissue. The Sonicator Plus 921C and 941 combine both in a single unit. Which is indicated depends entirely on the clinician’s assessment and treatment plan.

What is the difference between a clinical stimulation unit and a portable TENS unit?

Clinical units such as the Mettler Sys Stim 228 and 240 are bench or cart systems intended for in-clinic use by a therapist, typically with more channels and broader parameter control. Portable TENS and EMS units such as the iReliev ET-1313 and HD-5050 are patient-operated devices for use between visits. Many clinics stock both so that in-clinic treatment can carry over into a home program.

How do I choose between a Lo-Boy and a Hi-Boy whirlpool?

The Whitehall Lo-Boy tanks sit lower and are commonly used for extremity immersion, while Hi-Boy configurations sit higher. Both are offered around the 90 to 105 gallon range, and the Sports whirlpool reaches 110 gallons. Selection depends on the body regions treated, the space available, and whether a stationary or mobile tank suits your floor plan.

What weight capacity should I specify for treatment and mat tables?

Confirm capacity against your actual patient population rather than an average. This collection includes the Armedica I9430 economy wood table at 500 lb and bariatric options from Bailey Manufacturing and Pivotal Health rated to 1000 lb, including the Model 4520 at 4 ft by 7 ft and the BariMatic electric hi-lo series.

Do I need hi-lo tables, or are fixed-height tables sufficient?

Powered hi-lo tables and mat tables let staff set working height for each transfer and each treatment, which reduces manual handling strain and supports patients with limited mobility. Fixed-height wood tables cost less and suit ambulatory caseloads. Departments with significant dependent-transfer volume generally specify hi-lo for at least a portion of their tables.

What ongoing consumables should a PT clinic budget for?

The recurring items in this collection include professional sponge electrodes and medical sponge inserts in four size variants, replacement HotPacs for the Hydrocollator, KT Tape kinesiology tape in cotton, synthetic, sensitive skin, and menthol-infused versions, and TENS prep wipes and gelled electrodes. These are operating costs rather than capital purchases and are easy to underestimate in a first-year budget.

Talk Through Your Clinic Plan

Because tables, modalities, hydrotherapy, and exercise equipment all carry different installation and budget implications, it helps to work through a clinic plan before placing separate orders. MediDepot offers Medical Equipment Financing to spread the cost of a full department build-out, along with a Price Match Guarantee so you can order with confidence. Extended Warranty coverage is available on eligible equipment for practices that want protection beyond standard manufacturer terms, and a Military Discount is available for qualifying buyers. Browse the full Physical Therapy and Rehab collection above, or contact the MediDepot team to plan equipment around your treatment protocols and floor space.