Odstock Medical

What Odstock Medical does

Odstock Medical Ltd (OML) is a UK-based specialist medical device manufacturer and clinical service provider focused on Functional Electrical Stimulation (FES) for patients with upper motor neuron lesions. Founded in 2005 as a wholly-owned subsidiary of Salisbury NHS Foundation Trust, OML builds on FES research originating at Salisbury District Hospital in 1984, with an estimated 20,000+ patients having used its stimulators by 2021. Its core product platform is the ODFS (Odstock Dropped Foot Stimulator) family, including the wireless ODFS Pace and ODFS Pace XL, alongside the O2CHS/O2CHSII multi-channel stimulators, the REAcH accelerometer-controlled upper-limb device, the Microstim exercise stimulator, the STIMuSTEP implanted peroneal nerve stimulator, the OML Leg Cuff accessory, and the CMIT constraint mitten, supported by consumables including electrodes, leads, footswitches, insoles, and batteries.

The company serves patients with neurological conditions such as stroke, multiple sclerosis, Parkinson's disease, spinal cord injury, cerebral palsy, and hereditary spastic paraplegis through two interlocking models: direct clinical treatment at the National Clinical FES Centre in Salisbury and outreach partner clinics, and device supply to trained FES clinicians and NHS trusts. Its go-to-market is sales-led and prescription-gated, with devices dispatched only to clinicians who have completed OML training courses (lower limb, upper limb, refresher). UK distribution relies on NHS procurement via local Integrated Care Boards, while international distribution operates through regional partners in eight countries (Denmark, Germany, India, Italy, New Zealand, Romania, South Africa, Canada). Revenue is generated from hardware sales, recurring consumables, clinical treatment services, and professional training, with quote-based pricing that is not publicly disclosed.

Name

Odstock Medical

Legal name

Odstock Medical Ltd

Website

https://odstockmedical.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2005

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Odstock Medical Ltd is a UK-based specialist medical device company and clinical service provider that designs, manufactures, and supplies Functional Electrical Stimulation (FES) devices and treatment for patients with neurological conditions such as stroke, multiple sclerosis, Parkinson's disease, and spinal cord injury, serving NHS trusts, trained clinicians, and patients in eight countries.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Headquarters

HQ city

Salisbury

HQ country

United Kingdom

HQ region

Europe

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Personnel, Technology or R&D, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Supply Chain, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. FES Medical Devices: Sale of proprietary FES stimulators, electrodes, electrode leads, footswitches, footswitch leads, insoles, accessories, and batteries. Devices are sold to NHS trusts, healthcare providers, and directly to trained clinicians for patient prescription.
2. Clinical Treatment Services: Direct patient treatment services provided at the National Clinical FES Centre at Salisbury District Hospital and through outreach partner clinics. Services include FES assessment, device fitting, and ongoing treatment.
3. FES Training Courses: Training courses for healthcare professionals on FES application. Course types include Lower Limb (face-to-face and online), Upper Limb (face-to-face and online), and Refresher courses.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels5 records

Marketing channels8 records

Core offering

Odstock Medical Ltd (OML) is a specialist manufacturer and provider of Functional Electrical Stimulation (FES) medical devices that deliver controlled electrical pulses to nerves supplying paralysed muscles to restore functional movement. The company designs, manufactures, and sells a proprietary range of FES stimulators, electrodes, leads, footswitches, and accessories, and delivers clinical FES assessment and treatment at the National Clinical FES Centre in Salisbury and through outreach partner clinics. OML also provides paid training courses for healthcare professionals on FES application.

Product overview

Odstock Medical Ltd (OML) is a specialist supplier and provider of Functional Electrical Stimulation (FES) medical devices and treatment. The company offers a portfolio of stimulator products centered around the ODFS (Odstock Dropped Foot Stimulator) family, including ODFS Pace and ODFS Pace XL with wireless options. The product line extends to multi-channel stimulators (O2CHS, O2CHSII), upper limb rehabilitation devices (REAcH Stimulator), implanted solutions (STIMuSTEP), exercise stimulators (Microstim), and supporting accessories including electrodes, leads, footswitches, insoles, batteries, and the OML Leg Cuff. OML also provides clinical treatment services at its Salisbury clinic and through outreach partner clinics, along with professional training courses for clinicians. The company serves patients with neurological conditions including stroke, multiple sclerosis, spinal cord injury, cerebral palsy, Parkinson's disease, and hereditary spastic paraplegia.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• ODFS Pace Battery-powered wearable drop foot stimulator with wireless foot switch option that delivers controlled electrical pulses to the peroneal nerve, lifting the foot during the swing phase of walking for patients with foot drop due to upper motor neuron lesions.
• ODFS Pace XL Enhanced version of the ODFS Pace drop foot stimulator with an updated wireless foot switch for improved convenience and usability during walking.
• O2CHS (Odstock 2 Channel Stimulator) Two-channel stimulator that can stimulate multiple muscle groups, used for dropped foot correction combined with hamstring, calf, or other muscle stimulation, or for bilateral drop foot correction.
• O2CHSII Second-generation two-channel stimulator for comprehensive lower limb FES treatment, including drop foot correction and hip extension assistance.
• REAcH Stimulator Accelerometer-controlled upper limb electrical stimulation device for hand opening and elbow extension in stroke patients, supporting re-education of arm and hand function.
• Microstim Exercise Stimulator Exercise stimulator used for strengthening muscles and improving hand function in stroke patients.
• STIMuSTEP Implanted peroneal nerve stimulator providing a permanent drop foot correction solution for eligible patients who cannot use surface stimulation.
• OML Leg Cuff Device component for easy application of electrodes, simplifying the FES treatment process for both clinicians and patients.
• Constraint Mitten (CMIT) Mitten device used in constraint-induced movement therapy for upper limb rehabilitation in combination with FES.
• FES Medical Device Consumables and Accessories Electrodes, electrode leads, footswitches, footswitch leads, insoles, and replacement batteries sold as consumables and accessories for use with OML FES stimulator systems.
• National Clinical FES Centre Treatment Services Direct clinical assessment, device fitting, and ongoing FES treatment services delivered at the National Clinical FES Centre at Salisbury District Hospital and through outreach partner clinics for adult and paediatric patients with neurological conditions.
• FES Training Courses Paid clinical training courses for healthcare professionals on FES application, including Lower Limb (face-to-face and online), Upper Limb (face-to-face and online), and Refresher course formats.
• PD Warrior Classes Exercise classes specifically designed for people with Parkinson's disease, incorporating FES principles and delivered by OML physiotherapists.

Quantifiable outcome

• 84% of FES users report reduction in falls after using FES
• +5 more outcomes

Named customers3 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature7 records

Partnerships

Twelve partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Salisbury NHS Foundation TrustcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2005OML was established in 2005 as a subsidiary company of Salisbury NHS Foundation Trust. The relationship includes shared staff, NHS procurement pathways, and the National Clinical FES Centre located at Salisbury District Hospital. Some OML staff are shared with the NHS trust.
• EL KLINIKKEN (Denmark)minorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorRegional distributor for OML FES products in Denmark. Contact: Thomas Flodin, located at Gladsaksevej 384C, Soborg 2860, Denmark.
• Curatec Services GmbH (Germany)minorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorRegional distributor for OML FES products in Germany. Located at Zechenstrasse 62, D-47443 Moers, Germany.
• Healthy Future (India)minorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorRegional distributor for OML FES products in India. Located at Prerna Arcade, Opp. Kalupur Bank, Nr Parimal Crossing, Ellisbridge, Ahmedabad, Gujarat, India 380006. Contact: Dr Rashmikant Shah.
• WIK Medical S.r.l. (Italy)minorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorRegional distributor for OML FES products in Italy. Located at via Brenari 6, 33100 Udine, Italy. Contact: Luca Vagnarelli.
• Future Steps (New Zealand)minorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorRegional distributor for OML FES products in New Zealand. Located at 42 Nottingham Avenue, Halswell, Christchurch, NZ. Contact: Kelly Robinson (Distributor and Physiotherapist).
• S.C. Electrostim S.R.L (Romania)minorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorRegional distributor for OML FES products in Romania. Located at Fundac Calcai str.No.3A, Uricani, Miroslava, 707316 Iasi, Romania. Contact: Marian Poboroniuc (Managing Director).
• Proffessa Health Services (South Africa)minorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorRegional distributor for OML FES products in South Africa. Located at 86 Caraway Street, Newlands, Pretoria, South Africa. Contact: Deon Buhrs (Managing Director).
• Maura Whittaker - Physiotherapist (Canada)minorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorLicensed physiotherapist in British Columbia, Canada offering advice and direction to Canadians who may benefit from FES assessment or intervention with a dropped foot stimulator. Contact: 604-922-2738.
• Outreach Clinic PartnerscoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorIndependent contractor clinics treating OML patients outside the main Salisbury location. OML is planning to introduce contractual agreements with human rights and labour policy requirements.
• STEPS II Project ConsortiumcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerMulti-centre randomised controlled trial for the use of FES in Parkinson's disease. OML is collaborating with multiple research centres on this RfPB funded study.
• STEPS Study ConsortiumcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerRfPB funded feasibility study investigating FES to improve mobility in people with Parkinson's Disease, conducted at Salisbury District Hospital and other sites.

Scale indicators8 records

Recent moves7 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Broad incumbents

• Ekso Bionics: US-based developer of robotic exoskeletons (Ekso GT, EksoNR) used in clinical neurorehabilitation for stroke and spinal cord injury. An adjacent/emerging alternative modality to OML's FES approach for gait rehabilitation.
• Ottobock: Global orthotics and prosthetics incumbent that also markets FES-based products for foot drop and gait rehabilitation. Comparable as a much larger, broad-line competitor serving many of the same neurological patient groups as OML.

Emerging players

• ReWalk Robotics: US-listed developer of powered exoskeleton systems (ReWalk Personal 6.0, Restore) for spinal cord injury and stroke rehabilitation. An adjacent alternative to OML's FES devices in restoring walking function in neurological patients.
• GTX Medical: Dutch neurotechnology company developing targeted spinal cord stimulation therapies to restore mobility in spinal cord injury patients. An emerging neuromodulation player targeting overlapping patient populations and competing for the same clinical channel as OML.

Direct peers

• Berkelbike: Dutch manufacturer of FES-powered recumbent bikes for exercise therapy in neurological conditions, including MS and spinal cord injury. Comparable FES therapeutic modality and patient population to OML's lower-limb stimulation products.
• Saebo: US-based provider of stroke and neurological rehabilitation products including orthoses, splints and upper-limb rehab tools. Addresses the same stroke rehab patient population as OML's REAcH and Microstim upper-limb devices.
• Bioness: US-based developer of the L300 foot drop stimulator and similar FES devices for gait and rehabilitation. Bioness is the closest direct competitor to OML's ODFS/ODFS Pace products and competes across overlapping neurological indications including stroke and MS.
• Restorative Therapies: US company producing the RT300 FES cycling systems used in clinical and home-based rehabilitation for individuals with spinal cord injury, stroke and MS. Comparable FES therapeutic modality and a similar focus on neurological patient populations.
• MyndTec: Canadian company commercializing the MyndMove functional electrical stimulation system for upper-limb rehabilitation in stroke and spinal cord injury patients. Directly comparable therapeutic modality and patient population to OML's REAcH and stroke-focused FES offerings.

Regional players

• HASOMED: German medical technology company behind the RehaStim and RehaMove FES product lines used in clinical rehabilitation and FES cycling. Comparable as a developer of FES stimulators addressing the same upper motor neuron patient population as OML.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance1 record

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles6 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds1 record

Investors1 record

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M&A

Investments

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