# Wearable Rehabilitation Younger demographics begin to seek fashionable relief for everyday strain. By [Gil Cohen](https://www.trendhunter.com/ghaddi), SVP Client Success | Published Nov 23, 2016 | Category: [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/pro/category/lifestyle-trends) Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/wearable-rehabilitation ## Key Figures - Trend score: 4.8/10 - Evidence articles: 6 ## What is the Wearable Rehabilitation trend? **Wearable Rehabilitation:** As more Millennials enter the workforce and begin to look for ways to alleviate their strains and joint pain from sitting at desks for long stretches of time, a market for convenient yet fashionable relief from pains and strains is rapidly increasing. Growing up with athleisure as fully normalized everyday attire, millennials in particular turn to wearable items that serve a more functional, soothing purpose than merely looking stylish. ## At a Glance - Evidence: 6 featured examples - Articles from: Jul 7, 2015 to Nov 3, 2016 - Published: Nov 23, 2016 - Patterns: [Convergence](https://www.trendhunter.com/pattern/convergence), [Reduction](https://www.trendhunter.com/pattern/reduction) - Megatrends: [Multisensation](https://www.trendhunter.com/megatrend/multisensation), [Curation](https://www.trendhunter.com/megatrend/curation), [Personalization](https://www.trendhunter.com/megatrend/personalization) ## Audience - Gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Themes within the Wearable Rehabilitation trend ### Functional Wearables More millennials seek wearable items that serve a functional, soothing purpose. ### Smart Rehabilitation Clothing and wearables contain interconnected technology that offers muscle control and support. ### Connected Sleeves Products featuring sensors wirelessly transmitting information to improve exercise efficacy, progress and rehabilitation. ## What the Wearable Rehabilitation trend means for industry ### For Activewear Sportswear that use built-in techniques found in athletic rehabilitation and kinesiology tape. ### For Wearable Technology Integrated technology that provides muscle control and sends alerts when slouching. ### For Rehabilitation and Physiotherapy Innovative products that help to improve exercise efficacy, rehabilitation progress and correct spine alignment. ## Workshop question With health and wellness permeating more industries than ever, how can you capitalize on this trend in a unique way? ## Trend signals for Wearable Rehabilitation Trend score 4.8 out of 10, from popularity 73%, activity 64%, freshness 8%. - Popularity: 73% - Activity: 64% - Freshness: 8% ## Examples of the Wearable Rehabilitation trend 6 featured examples from Jul 7, 2015 to Nov 3, 2016. - [Toe-Stretching Socks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/body-altering): This Body Altering Footwear are Designed to Properly Align Feet (Category: Fashion) Implication: The use of therapeutic footwear could create a new market for healthcare professionals to provide alternative treatments for foot pain and discomfort. - [Posture-Correcting Shirts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fysiopal): Pauline van Dongen's 'FysioPal' Alerts Wearers When They're Slouching (Category: Tech) Implication: The fashion industry can explore the incorporation of smart clothing to address consumer demand for functional and stylish attire that promotes good posture. - [Pain-Relieving Activewear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/contour-compression): Python Performance's Contour Compression Collection has Built-In KT Tape (Category: Lifestyle) Implication: The integration of KT tape into activewear provides a disruptive innovation opportunity for sports science and athletic rehabilitation industries. - [Posture-Correcting Undergarments](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/posturecorrecting): The Percko Shirt Offers Back Support and Proper Posture Reminders (Category: Fashion) Implication: The fashion industry will need to address the trend towards health-focused and tech-enabled clothing solutions that cater to an increasingly health-conscious consumer base. - [Stroke-Rehabilitating Sleeves](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/connected-sleeve): This Connected Sleeve Monitors Stroke Patients' Rehab Routines (Category: Lifestyle) Implication: The healthcare industry can use connected rehabilitation products such as the M-Mark connected sleeve to improve patient recovery outcomes and reduce the workload of therapists an… - [Heat-Wrapping Wearable Mesh](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/silver-mesh): This Silver Mesh Lets Users Concentrate Heat On Body Parts (Category: Tech) Implication: The wearable heat therapy technology can revolutionize injury treatment methods, providing a comfortable and effective solution for rehabilitation. ## Recent trend clusters - [Assisted Choices](https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/weight-loss-medication-support) (Lifestyle) - [Storyline Sips](https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/themed-drink-menus) (Lifestyle) - [Bedtime Cocoon](https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/sleep-sensory-blocking) (Lifestyle) - [Source Signatures](https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/oak-finish-whiskey) (Lifestyle) ## Trending in Lifestyle - [Mystery Packaging Campaigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cow-not-laughing) - [Multi-Benefit Protein Shakes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/comes-in-three-flavors) - [Creator-Led Learning Series](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/learning-series) - [Accessible Fintech Pop-Ups](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chequing-account) All articles: [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle)