Functional Diagnostics in Illinois

Ziemer Ophthalmic Systems AG is a leading Swiss manufacturer specializing in high-end ophthalmic surgical lasers, diagnostic imaging devices, and customized solutions for refractive, cataract, and therapeutic eye surgery. The company develops and markets femtosecond laser systems (including the FEMTO Z8 NEO platform), excimer lasers, and diagnostic platforms designed to support surgeons in delivering precise treatments and optimal patient outcomes. Ziemer's product portfolio encompasses laser systems for corneal refractive procedures (LASIK, PRK, SMILE), cataract surgery, and therapeutic ophthalmic applications, complemented by diagnostic devices for preoperative planning and workflow integration software (AQUARIUZ). The company serves ophthalmology practices, surgical centers, and hospitals globally through direct sales and a distributor network. Ziemer maintains ISO and regulatory compliance appropriate to medical device manufacturing and actively engages with professional organizations such as ESCRS (European Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons). Products are designed for seamless integration with existing surgical workflows and are marketed as benchmarks in pediatric cataract surgery technology and precision refractive procedures.

Lincoln Diagnostics, Inc. manufactures disposable allergy skin testing devices, positioned as the market leader in the U.S. for this category. The company produces multiple product lines including UniTest® PC, Multi-Test® PC, Duo-Tip Test® II, and Multi-Test® II—all designed for percutaneous allergy testing with emphasis on ease of use, pain reduction, and clear result interpretation. Products are OSHA compliant and widely adopted by teaching institutions, hospitals, and private allergy clinics globally. Lincoln Diagnostics maintains international distribution networks across five continents, serving the allergy diagnostic market with standardized, reliable skin testing solutions.

Driving Force Company specializes in the VMA® (Vertebral Motion Analyzer), an FDA-cleared, patented spinal imaging system designed for personal injury clinics and regenerative medicine providers. The VMA® measures spinal motion quantitatively under weight-bearing, functional conditions—capturing vertebral rotation and translation with sub-millimeter accuracy that static imaging (MRI, X-ray) cannot detect. The system uses real-time motion tracking and patented automated diagnostic analysis to identify ligament instability, segmental dysfunction, and hidden instability in cervical and lumbar spine. Driving Force provides in-office implementation, clinical training, independent medical validation via board-certified radiologists, and business support to help clinics integrate motion-based imaging into workflows and build regional imaging ownership models. Primary markets include personal injury litigation support, workers' compensation diagnostics, and regenerative medicine treatment planning.

Perry Dynamics is a rehabilitation and sports medicine equipment manufacturer specializing in balance assessment and training systems. The company's flagship product, the PROPRIO® Reactive Balance System, is a patented technology platform designed to assess, measure, and train neurologic, orthopedic, and vestibular disorders affecting dynamic balance, posture, strength, and mobility. The system serves a diverse clinical population ranging from geriatric patients at fall risk to elite athletes, military personnel, and individuals recovering from neurological conditions such as stroke and Parkinson's disease. The PROPRIO® system is recognized in clinical education, having been featured in Umphred's Neurological Rehabilitation 6th edition, and is used across multiple healthcare and training environments. Perry Dynamics offers flexible acquisition options including equipment rental programs. The company utilizes state-of-the-art patented technology incorporating vestibular and somatosensory assessment principles based on peer-reviewed neuroscience research. Products are suitable for rehabilitation clinics, sports medicine facilities, military medical centers, and educational institutions.

IntuiTap Medical is a Houston-based medical device company specializing in real-time tactile imaging technology for spinal procedures. The company's flagship product, VerTouch, is an FDA-cleared bedside imaging device designed to enhance the accuracy and safety of neuraxial procedures including epidurals, lumbar punctures, and spinal anesthesia. VerTouch generates real-time anatomical maps (TactoMaps) of the lumbar spine to help clinicians accurately identify needle insertion sites, reducing variability, patient pain, and the need for radiology escalations. The technology features a sterilely-covered reusable monitor with disposable handheld scanning components and requires minimal training, enabling consistent performance across diverse provider types (physicians, PAs, CRNAs). Founded in 2016 with $5.6M in funding, IntuiTap Medical serves emergency, anesthesia, oncology, and neurology settings, addressing critical gaps in bedside spinal care delivery.