Ossur
Össur hf. is an Iceland-based global medical device company that designs and sells prosthetic limbs, orthopedic braces, and neuro-orthotics to O&P professionals, orthopedic clinics, and end-users with limb loss or musculoskeletal conditions across more than 40 countries, holding approximately 16% of the global prosthetics market.
- Company typePublic
- Founded1971
- HeadquartersReykjavík, Iceland
- Headcount1,001–5,000
- GTM typeB2B
- OfferingHardware or Manufacturing
What Ossur does
Össur hf., headquartered in Reykjavík, Iceland and founded in 1971, is a global non-invasive mobility solutions company specializing in prosthetics, orthopedic bracing, and neuro-orthotics. The company operates as the principal subsidiary of Embla Medical hf., a publicly traded holding company listed on NASDAQ Copenhagen (ticker: OSSR). Össur holds approximately 16% of the global prosthetics market, ranking second behind Ottobock, and serves customers in more than 40 countries across the Americas, Europe, Asia Pacific, Africa, and the Middle East. Its end-users are individuals with lower-limb or upper-limb amputation, people with orthopedic conditions such as osteoarthritis and ligament injuries, neurological patients, and para-athletes, with prescribing clinicians (prosthetists and orthotists) acting as the primary B2B customer interface.
The company's product portfolio spans microprocessor-controlled knees (POWER KNEE, Navii, Rheo Knee, Cheetah Knee), the Pro-Flex family of carbon-fiber prosthetic feet, myoelectric upper-limb prostheses (i-Limb Quantum, i-Digits), mechanical finger prostheses from Naked Prosthetics, custom prosthetic feet from College Park Industries, neuro-orthotics from FIOR & GENTZ (Neuro-Vario 2, Neuro-Swing), and a bracing line including Unloader One X, CTi braces, Rebound, and Formfit. Proprietary technologies include patented AI/ML-powered adaptive gait control, 3D-printed custom sockets and silicone liners (AeroFit), patented 3-point lever unloading systems for OA knee bracing, and software offerings (Össur Academy for clinician training, EmpowerX for clinic workflow management).
Össur monetizes primarily through B2B hardware sales to O&P professionals and orthopedic clinics via a direct enterprise field-sales motion supplemented by regional distributors in Asia Pacific, Latin America, and parts of Europe. Pricing is not publicly disclosed and varies by product complexity, customization, and geography. Revenue is generated across four streams: prosthetic components and devices, orthotic bracing and supports, neuro-orthotics, and distribution of third-party brands. The company pursues a programmatic M&A strategy, with six acquisitions completed between 2019 and 2024 (Springactive, College Park, Standard Cyborg, Naked Prosthetics, prolutions, FIOR & GENTZ), and supports its commercial activity with a global marketing ecosystem that includes Team Össur Paralympic ambassadors, the 30-year Challenged Athletes Foundation partnership, and Running and Mobility Clinics across five US cities.
Ossur firmographics
Firmographics- Name
- Ossur
- Legal name
- Össur hf.
- Website
- https://ossur.com
- Company type
- Public
- Founded year
- 1971
- Operating status
- Operating
- Headcount range
- 1,001–5,000 employees
- Short description
- Össur hf. is an Iceland-based global medical device company that designs and sells prosthetic limbs, orthopedic braces, and neuro-orthotics to O&P professionals, orthopedic clinics, and end-users with limb loss or musculoskeletal conditions across more than 40 countries, holding approximately 16% of the global prosthetics market.
- Ownership category
- akta.pro rank
Ossur industry classification
Industry- Product category
- Prosthetics and Orthopedic Bracing
- NAICS
- Surgical Appliance and Supplies Manufacturing (339113), Electromedical and Electrotherapeutic Apparatus Manufacturing (334510)
- SIC
- Orthopedic, Prosthetic & Surgical Appliances & Supplies (3842), Electromedical & Electrotherapeutic Apparatus (3845)
- akta.pro primary industry
- Orthotics & Bracing (Spinal/Lower/Upper Extremity Orthoses) (HLAHAEAI)
- akta.pro secondary industries
- Orthotics & Bracing (AFO/KAFO, Spinal, Soft Goods Supports) (HLAHAMAC), General Orthopedics (HLAKALAA), Hand & Upper Extremity (HLAKALAF)
Keywords
Where Ossur is headquartered
LocationHeadquarters
- HQ city
- Reykjavík
- HQ country
- Iceland
- HQ region
- Europe
Offices8 records
Markets served
Ossur business model
Business model- GTM type
- B2B
- Offering type
- Hardware or Manufacturing
- Cost components
- Personnel, Supply Chain, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales, Operations, Infrastructure
Revenue model
- Prosthetic Components and Devices: Sale of prosthetic components including knees, feet, liners, and upper-limb prostheses to O&P professionals and clinics. Revenue generated through product sales with varying pricing based on product complexity and technology level.
- Orthotic Bracing and Support Products: Sale of orthopedic braces including Unloader knee braces for osteoarthritis, spinal braces, ankle supports, and rehabilitation devices to healthcare providers and directly to patients.
- Neuro Orthotics: New orthotic solutions tailored for individuals with neurological conditions, expanding the product portfolio into adjacent market segments.
- Distribution of Third-Party Products: Exclusive distribution agreements for complementary brands such as College Park Industries (Australia/NZ), FIOR & GENTZ, and Streifeneder, generating revenue through reseller margins.
Go-to-market motion3 records
Distribution channels6 records
Marketing channels10 records
Ossur product offering
Product offeringCore offering
Össur designs, manufactures, and sells non-invasive orthopedic devices including microprocessor-controlled prosthetic knees, prosthetic feet, myoelectric upper-limb prostheses, finger and partial-hand prostheses, and orthopedic bracing (knee, ankle, spinal). The company also distributes neuro-orthotic solutions through its FIOR & GENTZ brand and serves O&P (orthotics and prosthetics) clinical professionals through education, reimbursement support, and the EmpowerX clinic workflow platform.
Product overview
Össur is a global provider of prosthetics, orthotic bracing, and neuro-orthotic solutions organized into three core segments. The prosthetics portfolio includes microprocessor-controlled knees (Navii, POWER KNEE, Rheo Knee), prosthetic feet (Pro-Flex family including Terra and XC Torsion), upper limb solutions (i-Limb Quantum, i-Digits), and finger prosthetics through Naked Prosthetics brand. The bracing segment features Unloader braces for osteoarthritis, CTi custom braces for athletes, Rebound ankle-foot products, and Formfit compression braces. The neuro-orthotics division (FIOR & GENTZ) provides solutions for neurological conditions. Product lines are supported by complementary offerings including proprietary silicone liners (Iceross, Iceform), the AeroFit breathable interface system, and the Össur Academy education platform. Össur serves both clinical professionals and end-users through distribution networks across global markets.
Differentiator
Problem solved
Functional benefit
Brands
- Team Össur: A roster of elite para-athletes sponsored by Össur to compete in athletics using Össur mobility solutions.
- College Park Industries
- Naked Prosthetics
- FIOR & GENTZ
Products and services
- POWER KNEE The first actively powered microprocessor prosthetic knee for above-knee amputees; motor provides powered swing and stance support for symmetry, stability, and endurance.
- Navii Microprocessor Knee Waterproof microprocessor knee with intelligent stance control delivering adaptive stability and freedom of movement for amputees.
- Rheo Knee Microprocessor-controlled knee with AI that adapts to user gait in real time for natural movement.
- Balance Knee Mechanical knee designed for less-active amputees providing stability and ease of use.
- Cheetah Knee Sport-specific prosthetic knee engineered for active athletes and runners.
- Pro-Flex Terra Prosthetic foot with pre-compressed carbon and foam delivering natural ankle motion, energy return, and superior control.
- Pro-Flex XC Torsion Energy-storing prosthetic foot with multi-directional torsion for varied daily activities.
- Pro-Flex LP Align Low-profile prosthetic foot with alignment capability for users across activity levels.
- PROPRIO FOOT Intelligent ankle prosthesis with automatic heel-height adjustment and terrain adaptation.
- i-Limb Quantum Multi-articulating myoelectric hand with titanium digits and AI-enabled control for advanced grip and dexterity.
- i-Digits Quantum Custom myoelectric prosthetic for partial hand and finger amputations.
- MCP Driver (Naked Prosthetics) Mechanical finger prosthesis from the Naked Prosthetics brand that restores pinch and grip function for finger/partial-hand amputees.
- Iceross Liner Silicone prosthetic liner providing comfort, suspension, and skin protection.
- Iceform Liner Advanced prosthetic liner designed for improved comfort and skin health.
- AeroFit System Patented breathable prosthetic interface combining vented socket with 3D-printed silicone liner to reduce sweat and improve skin health.
- Cheetah Xpanse Running and sprinting prosthetic blade for Paralympic and competitive para-athletes.
- Unloader One X Knee brace with patented 3-point lever system that unloads the affected compartment to relieve osteoarthritis pain.
- CTi Braces Custom and off-the-shelf knee braces used by elite athletes for ligament injury protection.
- Rebound Bracing Ankle and foot bracing products for rehabilitation and injury prevention.
- Formfit Precision-engineered 3D-knit compression supports for training and competition.
- Neuro-Vario 2 Knee Neuro-orthotic knee from the FIOR & GENTZ brand for individuals with neurological conditions.
- Neuro-Swing Advanced neuro-orthotic system providing dynamic support for neurological patients.
- EmpowerX Automated DME workflow management software for orthopedic clinics to streamline processes and maximize financial performance.
- Össur Academy Education, training, and certification program for O&P professionals covering prosthetics and orthotics.
Quantifiable outcome
- 22 medals won by Para athletes using Össur technology at Paris 2024 Paralympics
- +3 more outcomes
Companies that use Ossur
Customer profileNamed customers6 records
Segments6 records
Ideal customer profiles3 records
Ossur technology and API
TechnologyTechnology focussed Yes
API detail
- Has API
- No
- API docs
- API detail
Core technology
AI maturity
App detail
AI capability2 records
Feature12 records
Ossur partnerships and signals
Strategic signalPartnerships
Ten partnerships are on record, tiered flagship, minor and core.
- Challenged Athletes FoundationflagshipOver 30-year partnership providing sports prosthetic grants to athletes with limb loss. Partnership has delivered over 2,000 sports prosthetics. Includes Running and Mobility Clinics in five U.S. cities throughout 2026 with 125 sports prosthetic grants annually. Clinics led by physical therapists and Team USA Paralympians.
- FC St. PauliminorPartnership with FC St. Pauli football club for inclusion and accessibility initiatives, including visibility at matches and community engagement.
- FIOR & GENTZcoreÖssur acquired FIOR & GENTZ, a developer of neuro orthotic solutions for individuals with neurological conditions. Expands Össur's neuro orthotics portfolio.
- College Park IndustriescoreExclusive distribution agreement for College Park Industries prosthetic products in Australia and New Zealand. College Park develops and produces customized foot prosthetics for all activity levels.
- Naked ProstheticscoreÖssur acquired Naked Prosthetics, a US-based provider of finger and partial hand prostheses. Acquisition enhances Össur's upper limb product portfolio. Naked Prosthetics generated USD 9 million in sales in 2021.
- prolutions GmbHminorÖssur acquired prolutions GmbH, expanding presence in the German O&P market.
- Ortho-Reha NeuhofminorPartnership for arm prosthetics with Ortho-Reha Neuhof, enhancing upper limb prosthetic services in Germany.
- Alfred Mann FoundationcoreResearch agreement to extend exploration of mind-controlled prosthetics. Collaborative development of neural interface technology for advanced prosthetic control.
- College Park IndustriescoreAgreement to acquire College Park Industries, expanding Össur's prosthetic foot portfolio with customized solutions for all activity levels.
- Danish National Olympic Committee & Sports ConfederationminorPartnership with Danish National Olympic Committee & Sports Confederation for Para sport support and athlete sponsorship.
Scale indicators10 records
Recent moves9 records
Expansion highlights6 records
Ossur competitors and assessment
Company assessmentDirect peers
- Fillauer: U.S. manufacturer of prosthetic components, including upper-limb devices and feet, plus orthotic products. Competes directly with Össur's i-Limb, Naked Prosthetics, and Pro-Flex lines via the same prosthetist channel.
- Ottobock: German private company and the #1 global prosthetics manufacturer with ~21% market share. Directly competes with Össur across microprocessor knees, prosthetic feet, and orthotic bracing, serving the same O&P professional channel.
- Proteor: French prosthetics and orthotics group (formerly Proteor and previously including smaller EU brands). Competes with Össur in European O&P markets across microprocessor knees, feet, and orthotic bracing.
- Steeper Group: U.K.-based prosthetics and orthotics manufacturer with a focus on upper-limb myoelectric devices and microprocessor knees. Comparable to Össur in product mix and O&P professional go-to-market.
- Hanger, Inc. U.S. provider of orthotic and prosthetic patient-care services and a distributor/fitter of competing prosthetic components. Comparable because it operates the largest U.S. O&P clinic network through which devices like Össur's are prescribed and fitted.
- Blatchford: U.K.-based prosthetics manufacturer known for microprocessor-controlled knees (e.g., Orion) and hydraulic ankles. Directly competes with Össur in the O&P channel with overlapping lower-limb prosthetic product lines.
- Bauerfeind: German manufacturer of orthopedic braces, compression stockings, and supports. Directly competes with Össur's Unloader One X, Formfit, and Rebound bracing portfolio in the orthopedic retail and clinical channels.
- WillowWood: U.S. prosthetics manufacturer offering liners, feet, and custom devices sold through O&P professionals. Competes with Össur's Iceross liners and Pro-Flex family in the same clinical channel.
Emerging players
- BionIT Labs: Italy-based innovator in adaptive myoelectric hand prosthetics (Adam's Hand). Comparable to Össur's i-Limb Quantum as a niche emerging competitor in upper-limb bionic prosthetics using the same prosthetist channel.
Broad incumbents
- DJO / Enovis: Large diversified orthopedic device company (DonJoy, Aircast, Chattanooga, Dr. Comfort). Comparable to Össur's bracing and supports business (CTi, Rebound, Formfit) as a broad incumbent offering overlapping orthopedic products to similar providers.
Market position
Strengths5 records
Weaknesses5 records
Competitive moat5 records
Key risks6 records
Key highlights7 records
Customer concentration
Ossur social profiles
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Valuation estimate
Ossur leadership team
Management profileNumber of profiles
Profiles2 records
Ossur subsidiaries and ownership
Company hierarchySubsidiaries5 records
Ossur funding detail
Funding detailFunding overview
Funding rounds2 records
Investors2 records
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Ossur M&A and investment
M&A and investmentM&A5 records
Investments
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Frequently asked questions about Ossur
What does Ossur do?
Össur designs, manufactures, and sells non-invasive orthopedic devices including microprocessor-controlled prosthetic knees, prosthetic feet, myoelectric upper-limb prostheses, finger and partial-hand prostheses, and orthopedic bracing (knee, ankle, spinal). The company also distributes neuro-orthotic solutions through its FIOR & GENTZ brand and serves O&P (orthotics and prosthetics) clinical professionals through education, reimbursement support, and the EmpowerX clinic workflow platform.
Is Ossur a public or private company?
Ossur is a public company. It is classified as public and is currently operating.
When was Ossur founded?
Ossur was founded in 1971. It employs 1,001 to 5,000 people.
Where is Ossur based?
Ossur is headquartered in Reykjavík, Iceland, in the Europe region.
How does Ossur make money?
Four revenue lines are on record. Prosthetic Components and Devices are the primary driver. The others are orthotic Bracing and Support Products, neuro Orthotics and distribution of Third-Party Products.
Who are Ossur's main competitors?
Direct peers on record are Fillauer, Ottobock, Proteor, Steeper Group, Hanger, Inc., Blatchford, Bauerfeind and WillowWood. BionIT Labs is listed as an emerging player. DJO / Enovis is listed as a broad incumbent.
Does Ossur have an API?
No public API is recorded for Ossur.
What industry is Ossur in?
Ossur's product category is Prosthetics and Orthopedic Bracing. Its primary akta.pro industry code is HLAHAEAI, Orthotics & Bracing (Spinal/Lower/Upper Extremity Orthoses), with a secondary code of HLAHAMAC, Orthotics & Bracing (AFO/KAFO, Spinal, Soft Goods Supports). Its NAICS code is 339113 and its SIC code is 3842.