Since its inception in 1969, the German company gbo (formerly Gratebau Odenwald) has been at the forefront of developing advanced physiotherapy equipment. They introduced their first ULTRATHERM 608 diathermy unit, marking their entry into the market. Over the following decades, gbo partnered with global leader SIEMENS, collaboratively creating a wide range of physiotherapy devices, including electrotherapy, ultrasound, diathermy, traction, and laser technology.
In 1994, SIEMENS transferred ownership of its physical therapy division to gbo, allowing the company to focus exclusively on developing high-quality physiotherapy equipment. Over the years, gbo has become an industry leader, exporting products to over 70 countries and setting new standards in physiotherapy treatment. One of the company’s most innovative developments is HighTone Therapy, created in collaboration with Dr. Med. H. U. May, a next-generation electrotherapy method that offers new treatment possibilities for healthcare professionals.
With a strong focus on quality and innovation, gbo is ISO certified (DIN EN ISO 9001: 2000 and DIN EN ISO 13485: 2003) and continues to be a trusted supplier of physiotherapy solutions worldwide, both directly and as an OEM partner for other leading brands.