Virtuix Delivers Omni One to Florida University for Therapy and Simulation

The virtual reality treadmill system will be evaluated for physical therapy, occupational therapy, and clinical training applications.

Apr. 14, 2026 at 1:40pm

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A highly detailed, glowing 3D illustration of the Virtuix Omni One virtual reality treadmill system, with neon cyan and magenta lights illuminating the physical hardware components, conceptually representing the system's potential to enhance movement-based therapy and training.The Virtuix Omni One virtual reality treadmill system will be evaluated by Florida Gulf Coast University for use in physical therapy, occupational therapy, and clinical simulation applications.Austin Today

Virtuix Inc., a developer of full-body virtual reality systems, has delivered an Omni One omni-directional treadmill to Florida Gulf Coast University (FGCU). Faculty and students in the Marieb College of Health & Human Services will assess the system's potential uses in physical therapy, occupational therapy, neurological rehabilitation, fall prevention, and clinical simulation.

Why it matters

The Omni One system's 360-degree locomotion technology allows for objective assessment of gait, balance, stride mechanics, postural control, and reaction time, making it highly applicable across physical therapy and rehabilitation. Its integrated safety harness also creates a secure environment for progressive therapeutic interventions while minimizing fall risk.

The details

In addition to rehabilitation applications, Omni One may support simulation-based education by enabling learners to navigate realistic virtual environments, including hospital units, home settings, community spaces, and disaster scenarios. Virtuix believes these capabilities can enhance situational awareness through interactive, movement-based experiences that train executive function and memory.

  • Virtuix delivered the Omni One system to FGCU in April 2026.

The players

Virtuix Inc.

A leading manufacturer of full-body virtual reality systems for consumer, enterprise, and defense markets. The company's 'Omni' omni-directional treadmills enable users to walk and run in 360 degrees inside virtual reality applications.

Florida Gulf Coast University (FGCU)

A public university located in Fort Myers, Florida, where faculty and students in the Marieb College of Health & Human Services will evaluate the Omni One system for use in physical therapy, occupational therapy, neurological rehabilitation, fall prevention, and clinical simulation.

Dr. Joseph P. Buhain

Director of Interprofessional Simulation and Emerging Technology at the Marieb College of Health & Human Services at FGCU.

Jan Goetgeluk

CEO of Virtuix.

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What they’re saying

“The Virtuix system presents strong potential as both a medical device and a clinical simulation platform. Its immersive 360-degree locomotion technology allows for objective assessment of gait, balance, stride mechanics, postural control, and reaction time. This makes it highly applicable across physical therapy and rehabilitation. The integrated safety harness creates a secure environment for progressive therapeutic interventions while minimizing fall risk.”

— Dr. Joseph P. Buhain, Director of Interprofessional Simulation and Emerging Technology, Marieb College of Health & Human Services at Florida Gulf Coast University

“We are excited to work with FGCU and evaluate the use of Omni One for medical applications. This collaboration potentially opens another large market for Virtuix in addition to our consumer and defense businesses. More importantly, we believe our Omni technology has the power to help patients worldwide by making physical therapy and rehabilitation exercises more engaging and effective.”

— Jan Goetgeluk, CEO of Virtuix

What’s next

Virtuix and FGCU will closely evaluate the Omni One system's performance and potential applications in physical therapy, occupational therapy, and clinical simulation over the coming months.

The takeaway

The Omni One virtual reality treadmill system represents a promising new technology for enhancing physical therapy, rehabilitation, and clinical training through immersive, movement-based experiences that can improve patient engagement and outcomes.