Twelve pioneering cross-regional initiatives, supported by ten European partners, have been working together under the DIGIT-PRE project to develop innovative solutions in digital health, prevention, and prediction.
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As the Innovation Support Programme draws to a close, these forward-thinking SMEs are preparing to share their journeys at the DIGIT-PRE Final Event, aptly named “Future Starts Here”, held in Eindhoven, right in the heart of Europe’s innovation ecosystem.
This event marks not just the end of a programme, but the beginning of new collaborations and opportunities. Attendees will get an exclusive glimpse into the technologies and ideas that could redefine healthcare, from rehabilitation and prevention to digital tools for daily life and well-being.
1) EUC Inovação – Representing Twin Rehab
Portuguese company EUC Inovação has been exploring the power of digital twins across industries (from forestry to health) with a focus on creating realistic, data-driven simulations of human organs.
In partnership with the Human Motion Data Group (Netherlands), the team developed TwinRehab, a digital twin solution designed to transform pre-surgical rehabilitation for patients undergoing hip or knee replacement. By combining digital twin technology with tele-rehabilitation, TwinRehab aims to personalize therapy, improve patient outcomes, and reduce recovery times.
2) InnoBeweegLab – Representing Magic Trailz
What if staying active could feel like playing a game? That’s the question driving InnoBeweegLab, which uses augmented reality (AR) and gamification to motivate children and families to move more.
Together with Estimates (data analytics) and Dutch Rose Media (AR specialists), the lab created Magic Trailz, an outdoor treasure-hunt app that turns physical activity into an adventure. Combining geocaching, AR storytelling, and real-time data insights, Magic Trailz promotes movement, well-being, and family bonding — one playful step at a time.
3) Ai2Ai and Carna eHealth – Representing Towards Adherent
How can technology make rehabilitation more engaging and effective? That’s the challenge tackled by Ai2Ai, Carna eHealth, and Scandinavian Phystec AB through their joint project, TowardsAdherent.
By combining Phystec’s Pedatim®, a bedside touchscreen that guides and tracks patient exercises, with Ai2Ai’s PALL0®, a smart, ball-shaped device that measures movement and provides instant feedback, the team has created a connected rehabilitation system designed to keep patients motivated and active.
Carna eHealth brought its expertise in hardware integration, certification, and algorithm design, ensuring medical-grade reliability and user-friendly performance. The result is a seamless digital ecosystem where patients and caregivers can follow progress, receive reminders, and stay engaged throughout recovery.
The consortium will soon test the solution in real-world environments : A promising step toward making rehabilitation more personalized, measurable, and motivating across Europe.
4) Bemika and NaN Tech – Presenting Robin Assistant
Empathy meets technology in Robin Assistant, developed by Bemika Group and NaN Tech.
Bemika, a creative platform uniting educators, engineers, and artists worldwide, partnered with NaN Tech, specialists in human-centered digital design, to build an assistive solution that supports people with special needs in their daily routines.
Through simple images, text, and audio instructions, Robin Assistant guides users step by step in completing everyday tasks. Designed for children and adults with conditions such as autism, Down syndrome, dementia, or brain injury recovery, it empowers users to gain autonomy while providing peace of mind for caregivers.
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5) Embedded Fitness – Representing Fun4Function
Embedded Fitness (EF) has made a name for itself by blending movement and technology through interactive exergames. For the Fun4Function project, EF joined forces with NeuraInova, experts in cognitive health and early intervention.
Together, they created a digital solution that merges physical and cognitive rehabilitation into a single platform. By integrating NeuraInova’s Brain on Track® with EF’s SmartClips™, sensors that turn exercises into engaging games : the system allows healthcare professionals to track progress, maintain therapy adherence, and support telerehabilitation.
The goal: to make stroke recovery not only more effective, but also more enjoyable, whether in a clinic or at home.
6) Kinetic Analysis - Representing Pain & Gain
Since 2012, Kinetic Analysis has established itself as a trusted partner in the sports and (para)medical rehabilitation sectors, combining product development with applied research. With extensive experience in validating the effectiveness of new measurement and treatment tools, the company helps bridge the gap between innovation and clinical adoption — paving the way for new market access in pain assessment and rehabilitation.
In collaboration with WAVEUP, Kinetic Analysis explored the usability and market potential of its pain registration system beyond France. The partnership focused on refining the solution’s user experience and preparing for its transition toward a CE-certified clinical platform for pain tracking in care and research settings.
This project set the stage for upcoming clinical validation studies, aiming to position the application as a market-ready, paid tool for companies in the pain management industry. With two successful spin-outs in Belgium and Greece already specializing in sensor-driven biochemical and physiological monitoring, Kinetic Analysis continues to push the boundaries of how pain can be measure, and better understood.
The Future Starts Here
The Future Starts Here event isn’t just a showcase, it’s a celebration of innovation, collaboration, and the human spirit driving Europe’s digital health revolution. From playful rehabilitation tools to assistive technologies, these projects demonstrate how creativity and science come together to improve lives.
Join us in Eindhoven to meet the people behind these ideas and discover how Europe’s next wave of health innovation is already taking shape.