What Oppo Medical does

Oppo Medical is a privately held medical device company founded in 1997 and headquartered in Seattle, Washington. The company designs, manufactures, and distributes orthopedic supports and braces spanning the knee, ankle, lumbar, spine, wrist/hand, elbow, and shoulder, alongside compression stockings, Maxtaping kinesiology relief patches, foot care solutions (insoles, heel cushions, hallux valgus correctors), and accessories such as the OPPO BAND and soft ice/warm bag. Its product engineering is built around proprietary features including a 3-point Unloading System for osteoarthritis knee braces, 3D knitting techniques, multi-function silicone pads, bilateral spiral stays, ergonomic hinges, and Coolprene ventilated material.

The company sells through three channels: its own e-commerce storefront (oppomedical.com), Amazon marketplace, and a network of medical professional distributors and international agencies. Target customers are split between healthcare providers (physicians, physical therapists, orthopedic specialists) who recommend products clinically, and individual consumers seeking orthopedic supports, sports injury prevention, and post-operative or chronic-condition recovery. Pricing is unit-based with size and color variants, with no subscription or recurring billing model disclosed; the company reports an employee count of 11-50.

Oppo Medical has been operating for 28 years with no disclosed funding rounds, no parent company, and no executive leadership publicly listed. The ELite Genu Series won the 2014 Red Dot Design Award. Financials including revenue, ownership, and headcount trends are not disclosed in available sources, and the company's global footprint is described qualitatively through 'AGENCIES' and 'COUNTRIES' homepage metrics rather than specific country lists.

Name

Oppo Medical

Legal name

OPPO MEDICAL INC.

Website

https://oppomedical.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1997

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Oppo Medical is a Seattle-based, privately held medical device company founded in 1997 that designs and distributes orthopedic braces, compression stockings, Maxtaping kinesiology patches, and foot care products to consumers and medical professionals through D2C, Amazon, and an international agency network.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Orthopedic Medical Devices

NAICS

Surgical Appliance and Supplies Manufacturing (339113)

SIC

Orthopedic, Prosthetic & Surgical Appliances & Supplies (3842)

akta.pro primary industry

Orthotics & Bracing (AFO/KAFO, Spinal, Soft Goods Supports) (HLAHAMAC)

akta.pro secondary industries

Orthotics & Bracing (Spinal/Lower/Upper Extremity Orthoses) (HLAHAEAI), Foot Care & Orthotics OTC (Corn/Callus Care, Insoles, Athlete’s Foot Treatments) (CRADAMAL)

Keywords

• Orthopedic braces
• Compression stockings
• Kinesiology tape
• Foot care solutions
• Cervical collars

Headquarters

HQ city

Seattle

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Product Sales - Orthopedic Supports: Direct sales of orthopedic support products including knee braces, ankle supports, lumbar supports, wrist/hand supports, elbow supports, and shoulder supports. Products are sold as one-time purchases through e-commerce and marketplace channels.
2. Product Sales - Compression Stockings: Sales of compression stockings in various styles (knee high, mid thigh high, thigh high, pantyhose) through e-commerce and marketplace channels.
3. Product Sales - Maxtaping: Sales of Maxtaping products including Relief Patch for Toe and Relief Patch for Thumb - pre-cut kinesiology tapes for targeted pain relief.
4. Product Sales - Foot Solutions: Sales of foot care products including insoles, foot inserts, arch pads, heel cushions, and hallux valgus correctors.
5. Product Sales - Accessories: Sales of OPPO BAND and Soft ice/warm bag accessories for orthopedic support and therapy.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels4 records

Core offering

Oppo Medical manufactures and sells orthopedic supports and braces covering the wrist, hand, knee, lumbar, spine, ankle, elbow, and shoulder, along with medical compression stockings, pre-cut kinesiology relief patches (Maxtaping), and foot care products such as insoles, arch pads, heel cushions, and hallux valgus correctors. Products are sold directly to consumers through the company's own e-commerce website and Amazon, and are also recommended to patients by physicians, physical therapists, and orthopedic specialists.

Product overview

OPPO Medical is a medical device company specializing in orthopedic supports and braces, compression stockings, and foot care solutions. The product portfolio consists of five core product lines: (1) Orthopaedic Supports including knee stabilizers (GENU X 2935, KNEE STABILIZER 2320, C-KNEE STABILIZER 2923, PREMIUM C-PAD 2323, FORCE-IN-ONE 2921, PATELLA TRACKING SUPPORT 1028), lumbar supports (LUMBAR PROTECTOR 2350, DELUXE LUMBAR SUPPORT 2368, PRO LUMBAR SUPPORT 2367, DELUXE PRO 2369, LUMBAR SECURE 2968), cervical collars (CERVICAL COLLAR-PRIMARY 4290, PREMIUM 4097, PROFESSIONAL 4098, STANDARD 4190), and ankle supports (DELUXE STABILIZER 2302, ANKLE BRACE 2003, SUPPORT 1008); (2) Maxtaping kinesiology relief patches (RELIEF PATCH FOR TOE 8007, RELIEF PATCH FOR THUMB 8080); (3) Foot Solutions including arch pads, heel cushions, plantar fasciitis reliever, and hallux valgus correctors; (4) Compression Stockings in various lengths; and (5) Accessories like OPPO BAND and soft ice/warm bags. The ELite Genu Series (including ELITE GENU ADJUSTOR 4021) won the 2014 red dot Design Award. Products are primarily distributed via Amazon (a.co links visible on product pages).

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Orthopaedic Supports (Wrist, Hand, Knee, Lumbar, Spine, Ankle, Elbow, Shoulder, Cervical) A full line of orthopedic braces and supports for the wrist, hand, knee, lumbar, spine, ankle, elbow, shoulder, and cervical regions, designed to stabilize, protect, and provide pain relief for joint, ligament, and musculoskeletal conditions. Targeted at individual consumers recovering from injury or managing chronic conditions and at clinicians who recommend braces to patients.
• Compression Stockings (Knee High, Mid Thigh High, Thigh High, Pantyhose) Gradient compression hosiery in knee high, mid thigh high, thigh high, and pantyhose lengths designed to improve blood circulation and provide graduated compression therapy. Targeted at consumers managing varicose veins, venous insufficiency, leg fatigue, and post-thrombotic conditions.
• Maxtaping Relief Patches Pre-cut kinesiology tape-based relief patches, including the Relief Patch for Toe (8007) for hallux valgus relief and Relief Patch for Thumb (8080) for De Quervain's tenosynovitis management. Made with 4-way stretch material and water-resistant design lasting up to 24 hours, providing targeted pain relief without the need for tape-cutting skills.
• Foot Solutions (Insoles, Foot Inserts, Arch Pads, Heel Cushions, Hallux Valgus Correctors) A range of foot care products including arch pads, gel arch pads, elastic arch bandages, silicone heel cushions in multiple densities (N1-N4), plantar fasciitis relievers with interchangeable silicone bars, hallux straighteners, gel hallux straighteners, and hallux valgus night straps. Designed to support the arch, absorb shock, reduce friction, and realign the big toe for consumers with plantar fasciitis, fallen arches, heel pain, and bunions.
• OPPO BAND An orthopedic support band accessory product that complements the OPPO brace portfolio. Targeted at consumers seeking supplementary support for activities or recovery.
• Soft Ice/Warm Bag A hot and cold therapy bag for temperature-based pain relief and inflammation management, used by consumers alongside braces and supports for injury recovery.

Quantifiable outcome

• Knee OA braces can reduce pain by providing support, improving joint alignment, and reducing load on affected area
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers1 record

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature7 records

Scale indicators3 records

Recent moves5 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Broad incumbents

• Breg: Orthopedic bracing and cold therapy specialist serving orthopedic clinics and DME channels. Overlaps with OPPO on post-op knee immobilizers, ROM braces, and lumbar supports; Breg leans more clinical/insurance-reimbursable while OPPO leans consumer.
• Bauerfeind: German premium orthopedic brace and compression stocking maker with deep clinical evidence, hospital distribution, and athlete endorsements. Directly competes with OPPO across knee, ankle, lumbar, and compression categories, but operates at much larger scale with physician-channel focus.
• Ossur: Global orthopedic leader in bracing, prosthetics, and osteoarthritis solutions (e.g., Unloader One). Overlaps with OPPO's OA knee and ankle bracing franchise; far larger R&D budget and surgeon-channel presence.
• Thuasne: French orthopedic and compression therapy manufacturer with broad brace and hosiery range. Directly comparable across OPPO's lumbar, knee, and compression stocking categories, with similar multi-body-part positioning.
• DonJoy / DJO / Enovis: Major orthopedic bracing brand owned by Enovis, offering knee ligament braces, OA unloading braces, and post-op immobilizers. Overlaps with OPPO GENU X and ROM knee products; far broader portfolio and stronger clinician relationships.
• medi (medi Bayreuth): German maker of medical compression stockings and orthopedic braces with strong clinician brand. Competes with OPPO in both compression and bracing categories, with deeper hospital/pharmacy penetration in Europe.
• Futuro (3M): 3M-owned consumer brace brand with extensive pharmacy/retail distribution across knee, ankle, wrist, and back supports. Directly comparable on product range and OTC/DTC positioning; benefits from 3M's retail relationships and marketing scale.

Emerging players

• Tynor Orthotics: Large Indian orthopedic brace and support manufacturer with rapidly expanding international presence on Amazon and in emerging markets. Closely comparable product mix to OPPO across knee, ankle, lumbar, wrist; competing primarily on price.

Direct peers

• Shock Doctor: Sports-focused brace, mouthguard, and support brand sold through sporting goods and Amazon. Direct overlap with OPPO's athletic-oriented supports (knee, ankle, wrist) targeting the same athlete/active-consumer segment.
• Mueller Sports Medicine: US-based maker of athletic braces, supports, and taping products sold through sporting goods, pharmacy, and Amazon. Closely comparable on product mix (knee, ankle, wrist, lumbar) and on DTC/Amazon channel strategy; competes directly on price-performance in the consumer brace category.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat3 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

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• Facebookfacebook.com/OPPO-Medical-604799826231161

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

Funding detail is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

M&A

Investments

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