Respecta

What Respecta does

Respecta Oy is a Finnish medtech and clinical services company headquartered in Helsinki, operating 14 assistive device clinics and more than 30 hospital/care receptions across Finland with a workforce of over 200 skilled professionals including physiotherapists, foot therapists, and assistive device technicians. The company delivers individualized assistive device solutions spanning prosthetics (lower and upper limb, including microprocessor-controlled knees such as the Ottobock C-Leg and Kenevo), orthotics and braces, custom orthopedic footwear and insoles produced via 3D scanning, compression garments, wheelchairs and dynamic seating systems, breast prosthetics, sensory integration products, and neurological rehabilitation devices including functional electrical stimulation (FES) orthoses and Exopulse Mollii neuromodulation suits. Respecta sources from more than 200 global manufacturers, offering a catalog of over 35,000 products with 10,000+ items immediately available in Finland. The business operates a multi-channel go-to-market combining enterprise field sales to public healthcare payers (Finland's wellbeing services counties) with direct-to-consumer clinic services booked online or by phone, complemented by a consumer e-commerce store, online product catalog, and a Pirkkala-based technical services center for maintenance and spare parts. Pricing is structured around time-based professional services (100 EUR/hour), per-product custom device fees (e.g., 238 EUR for a first pair of custom insoles including assessment, design, measurement, and fitting), and hardware sales. Respecta has been a wholly-owned subsidiary of Germany's Ottobock Group since June 2013, and in June 2026 announced a strategic refocus on clinical services and the divestment of most ready-made assistive device distribution, returning to its clinical heritage originating in 1940. The company holds ISO 9001 and ISO 14001 certifications, complies with EU MDR and GDPR, and integrates patient records into Finland's national Kanta health data system.

Name

Respecta

Legal name

Respecta Oy

Website

https://respecta.fi

Company type

Private

Founded year

2000

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

101–250 employees

Short description

Respecta is a Finnish medtech company operating 14 assistive device clinics across Finland, providing customized prosthetics, orthotics, orthopedic footwear, compression products, and neurological rehabilitation devices, serving both public healthcare payers and individual patients as a subsidiary of the Ottobock Group.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Assistive Devices and Rehabilitation Technology

NAICS

Offices of Other Health Practitioners (6213), Offices of Physical, Occupational and Speech Therapists, and Audiologists (62134)

SIC

Orthopedic, Prosthetic & Surgical Appliances & Supplies (3842), Services-Health Services (8000), Wholesale-Medical, Dental & Hospital Equipment & Supplies (5047)

akta.pro primary industry

Assistive Technology, Adaptive Equipment & Home Exercise Program Training In-Home (HSABADAN)

Keywords

• Assistive devices
• Prosthetics and orthotics
• Orthopedic footwear
• Rehabilitation technology
• Medical equipment services

Headquarters

HQ city

Helsinki

HQ country

Finland

HQ region

Europe

Offices16 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B and B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Clinic Services (Professional Services): Assessment, fitting, customization, and delivery of assistive devices (prosthetics, orthotics, footwear, insoles, compression products) at Respecta clinics across Finland. Billed per time spent or per service, with pricing per appointment and product.
2. Product Sales (Standard and Custom Assistive Devices): Sales of standard and custom assistive devices including prosthetics, orthotics, compression garments, mobility aids, footwear, insoles, hygiene products. Available through the product catalogue, e-commerce store, and sales service.
3. Rental and Leasing Services: Rental and leasing services for assistive devices offered to public sector and business customers, providing flexible payment options without large capital investments.
4. Technical Services (Maintenance, Spare Parts, Adaptations): Nationwide maintenance services, product adaptations, manufacturing of custom seats and table leaves, customized equipment, and consulting and maintenance training for assistive devices.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels5 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

Respecta is a Finnish medical technology service provider that designs, customizes, fits, and sells assistive devices including prosthetics, orthotics, orthopedic footwear, insoles, compression products, wheelchairs, mobility aids, breast prosthetics, and neurological rehabilitation devices. The company operates a nationwide clinic network in Finland where clinicians and assistive device technicians perform assessments, custom measurements (including 3D scanning), and individualized fitting of devices, complemented by an e-commerce store, product catalogue, and field sales organization.

Product overview

Respecta is a Finnish med-tech company providing the largest variety of assistive devices in Finland, operating as part of the Ottobock Group. The portfolio is organized around clinic-based core services: prosthetics (lower and upper limb prostheses including microprocessor-controlled knee joints), orthotics (braces, supports, FES-ortoosit, C-Brace, and Exopulse neuromodulation suits), orthopedic footwear and insoles, compression products, wheelchairs and mobility aids, custom seating systems, breast prosthetics, and hygiene products. Services include assistive device clinics at 14 locations across Finland, 3D scanning for custom products, technical maintenance and spare parts, rental services, and professional training. Products are sourced from over 200 manufacturers worldwide, with a catalog of over 35,000 products including 10,000 immediately available items.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Custom Orthopedic Shoes (Ortopediset jalkineet) Custom-made orthopedic shoes for patients with diabetes, arthritis, leg length discrepancies, and other foot conditions requiring individualized fit. Produced using 3D scanning technology and delivered within 2-3 weeks.
• Custom and Prefabricated Insoles (Tukipohjalliset) Custom and prefabricated insoles/orthotics providing foot support, pressure redistribution, and biomechanical correction for various foot conditions. First pair priced at 238 EUR including assessment, design, measurement, fitting, and product.
• Microprocessor-Controlled Knee Prostheses (MPK) Advanced prosthetic knees with microprocessor-controlled joints that automatically adapt to walking speed, terrain, and user movement patterns. Clinically proven to reduce uncontrolled falls by 80% versus mechanical prosthetic knees; 88% of users report easier walking.
• Lower Limb Prostheses (Alaraajaproteesit) Prosthetic solutions for lower limb amputees including trans-femoral, trans-tibial, and partial foot prostheses, including both microprocessor-controlled knees and conventional mechanical prostheses.
• Upper Limb Prostheses (Yläraajaproteesit) Prosthetic solutions for upper limb amputees, including myoelectric and body-powered options.
• FES Orthoses (Functional Electrical Stimulation)
• Exopulse Mollii Neuromodulation Suit
• C-Brace Microprocessor-Controlled Leg Orthosis
• Compression Products (Kompressiotuotteet)
• Orthoses and Supports (Ortoosit ja tuet) Braces, supports, and orthoses for various body parts including knee braces, ankle supports, spinal orthoses, and custom-made solutions. Fitting prices range 25-50 EUR.
• Breast Prostheses (Rintaproteesit) Breast prosthetics and prosthetic bras for women after mastectomy, including silicone prostheses and compression garments.
• Wheelchairs and Mobility Aids Wheelchairs including active, power, transport, and comfort wheelchairs, plus dynamic seating systems; also walking frames, rollators, walking sticks, and crutches.
• Custom Wheelchair Seating Systems (Yksilölliset istuimet) Custom wheelchair seating and back systems manufactured in Germany using 3D scanning technology and upholstered in Finland, designed for users with spasticity and positioning challenges to reduce pressure ulcers and discomfort.
• Sensory Integration Products Sensory integration products including weighted blankets, sensory balls (e.g., Protac), and other sensory modulation tools for children and adults with sensory processing needs.
• Hygiene Products Bathroom safety and hygiene aids including shower chairs, bath lifts, commodes, toilet aids, and bathing accessories.
• Clinic Services and Professional Training (Klinikkakoulutus) Clinic-based clinical services (assessment, measurement, custom fitting, manufacturing, delivery) for assistive devices, plus professional training for healthcare workers on assistive device selection, fitting, and usage. Time-based service rate 100 EUR/hour.
• Maintenance and Spare Parts Services (Huolto- ja varaosapalvelut) Nationwide technical maintenance, repair, adjustment, and spare parts services for assistive devices, including custom manufacturing of seats and table leaves. Available at Respecta's Pirkkala technical services center for both Respecta-supplied and third-party devices.
• Rental and Leasing Services (Vuokrauspalvelut) Rental and leasing of assistive devices for public sector and business customers, providing flexible payment options without large capital investments.
• Ergonomic Solutions for Care Environments Ergonomic patient handling solutions for healthcare and care organizations, including equipment and staff training for safe patient transfer, positioning, and mobility support in care settings.

Quantifiable outcome

• MPK prosthetic knees reduce uncontrolled falls by 80% compared to mechanical prosthetic knees
• +5 more outcomes

Named customers5 records

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration4 records

Feature4 records

Partnerships

Two partnerships are on record, tiered minor and core.

• LipoClinic (Dr. Heck, Germany)minorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 May 2026LipoClinic Dr. Heck from Germany, a pioneer in lipedema surgery, partnered with Respecta for a free professional training event on September 18, 2026. Dr. Heck has performed 2,500 lipedema surgeries annually and co-developed the lipo-decompression treatment concept, using WAL (water-assisted liposuction) since 2015. The training covers surgical treatment of lipedema and compression solutions.
• 200+ Assistive Device Manufacturers and SupplierscoreOthersRespecta maintains strategic partnerships with over 200 leading assistive device manufacturers and suppliers worldwide. Product portfolio includes over 35,000 products. Key partners include Ottobock, Klaveness, Humancare, Vela, Metropolia, Enovis, Schuchmann, Ortho Baltic, Funke Medical, Fillauer, Alu Rehab, Embreis, Rehband, System RoMedic, Djo, Handicare, Linido, Swereco, Patterson Medical, Askle, Rebotec, John GmbH, Attends, and Medema.

Scale indicators7 records

Recent moves8 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Össur: Icelandic-headquartered global leader in prosthetics, bracing, and compression therapy. Directly competes with Respecta in prosthetics (Rheo, Proprio microprocessor knees) and orthopedic bracing, targeting the same patient populations and clinician networks across Europe and beyond.
• Bioness: US-based manufacturer of functional electrical stimulation (FES) devices for foot drop and upper limb rehabilitation. Directly comparable to Respecta's FES orthosis offering (L100 Go System) and neurological rehabilitation portfolio.
• Permobil: Swedish manufacturer of power wheelchairs, manual wheelchairs, and seating & positioning solutions. Directly comparable to Respecta's mobility aids and custom seating systems offering, with strong Nordic market overlap and similar end-user patient segments.
• Hanger Clinic: Largest US orthotic and prosthetic patient care provider with a national clinic network, providing custom prosthetic, orthotic, and pedorthic services. Highly comparable business model to Respecta's clinic-based assessment, custom fitting, and follow-up care model.
• Blatchford: UK-based manufacturer and supplier of prosthetic limbs (including microprocessor-controlled Linx, Elan, Orion knees) and orthotic devices. Direct competitor to Respecta in advanced prosthetics with overlapping customer base of amputees and clinical rehabilitation centers.

Broad incumbents

• Sunrise Medical: Global manufacturer of manual and powered wheelchairs, mobility scooters, and seating systems. Competes with Respecta's wheelchair, mobility aids, and custom seating categories across both consumer and clinical channels.
• Ottobock: Global leader in prosthetics, orthotics, and exoskeletons; parent company of Respecta. Directly comparable product portfolio (C-Leg MPK, C-Brace, Exopulse Mollii) with global scale, R&D leadership, and manufacturing capabilities that Respecta benefits from.
• Thuasne: French medical device company specializing in orthoses, compression therapy, and orthopedic solutions. Comparable to Respecta's compression, orthotic, and brace product categories with strong European presence and clinical evidence base.
• Bauerfeind: German manufacturer of medical aids including orthopedic braces, compression stockings, insoles, and supports. Competes with Respecta in orthoses, compression products, and foot orthotics through clinical channels and pharmacies across Europe.

Regional players

• Aktiv Ortopedteknik: Swedish orthotic and prosthetic service provider with clinical centers across Sweden. Closely comparable Nordic regional peer running a clinic-based assistive device model with custom orthotics, prosthetics, and footwear services similar to Respecta.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat6 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance4 records

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Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles8 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds1 record

Investors1 record

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M&A

Investments

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