The Company's purpose is to study, design, research, develop, manufacture and market equipment and services in the medical, paramedical and all fields that improve the quality of life. The Company may take participations in other companies or carry out any other activity that contributes to the achievement of its corporate purpose. It may also create companies (branches and subsidiaries) in Switzerland and abroad. The Company may acquire, hold, manage and dispose of real estate in Switzerland and abroad within the limits provided for by the provisions of the Federal Act on the Acquisition of Real Estate by Foreigners (RS 211.412.41) within the limits of its application.