VNG Research Unit Partners With Clinic to Develop Exercise Support Equipment

On November 11, VNG PT Lab, the robotics and hardware solutions research unit of VNG Group, announced a partnership with True Core Wellness Clinic (TCW) to research and develop equipment for movement support and physical training. VNG PT Lab will handle technology research, design and manufacturing, while TCW will provide professional knowledge and practical experience in healthcare and exercise.

VNG founder and chairman Lê Hồng Minh said he is interested in helping people with mobility difficulties access more suitable ways to exercise. He said the proposed products could have simple designs but should address users’ specific needs. VNG PT Lab said its robotics research experience could be applied to exploring the use of sensors, motion control and artificial intelligence in training equipment.

Lê Hồng Minh tries a product demonstrated by VNG PT Lab as part of the partnership.（VietVance）

Figures released by Vietnam’s sports authorities show that 38.2% of the population exercised regularly in 2025, up from 34.4% in 2020. According to data published by Euromonitor International in a 2025 market report, retail sales of wearable electronic devices in Vietnam rose 8% to 2.2 million units. However, data on heart rate and activity levels alone cannot determine whether exercise movements are performed correctly. Whether the equipment can accommodate users with different physical conditions and ensure their safety still needs to be assessed during actual training.

VNG has previously taken part in sports initiatives: it launched the community running program UpRace in 2018 and supported triathlon events held in Da Nang in 2026. The partnership extends its related activities into research on exercise equipment. The effectiveness of specific applications will depend on subsequent products and test results.

Source: VietVance