Heckel Medizintechnik

Heckel Medizintechnik is a specialized German medical technology company that focuses on the development and manufacture of whole-body hyperthermia (WBH) systems. The company's flagship product, the heckel-HT3000, utilizes water-filtered infrared-A (wIRA) radiation to provide deep-acting heat that mimics the physiological effects of fever. This technology is primarily used as a complementary treatment in oncology to enhance the effectiveness of chemotherapy and radiotherapy. Beyond cancer care, Heckel's systems are widely employed in the treatment of chronic inflammatory conditions, fibromyalgia, and musculoskeletal pain. Recent clinical research has also highlighted the potential of their whole-body hyperthermia approach as a novel treatment for major depressive disorder.