PBO Group

What PBO Group does

PBO Group is a privately held Canadian healthcare services company headquartered in Saint Catharines, Ontario, specializing in prosthetics, orthotics, and bracing solutions. The company operates seven clinic locations across Ontario (Niagara, Barrie, Kawartha, Owen Sound, Toronto East, Toronto West, and Tri-Cities) serving patients with limb loss, mobility impairments, foot and gait conditions, circulatory issues, and pediatric cranial asymmetry. PBO Group also delivers pre- and post-surgery support for osseointegration patients through partnerships with the Montreal General Hospital and The Osseointegration Group of Australia, and runs a dedicated cranial remolding sub-brand called PBO Baby.

The company owns and operates a state-of-the-art in-house production facility equipped with 3D scanning and 3D printing technology, enabling custom device design and manufacturing across all clinics. Service offerings span six core lines: custom prosthetics (upper limb, lower limb, breast), custom and off-the-shelf bracing, hand-crafted custom foot orthotics, osseointegration support, compression therapy, and cranial remolding helmets. Pricing is unit-based, with custom foot orthotics ranging from $450-$650 and cranial remolding helmets in the ~$3,000 range; the Ontario Assistive Devices Program covers up to 75% of qualifying device costs.

PBO Group's go-to-market is hybrid, combining healthcare professional referrals with direct-to-consumer acquisition through a self-serve online booking system, educational content, and active social media. The company is led by a team of certified prosthetists, orthotists, and pedorthists with multiple directors holding advanced degrees and dual certifications. It has grown primarily through clinic acquisitions, including Prosthetic Energy (2021), P&D Prosthetics and Orthotics (2022), and Orthopedic Bracing Solutions (2025).

Name

PBO Group

Legal name

PBO Group

Website

https://pbogroup.ca

Company type

Private

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

PBO Group is a privately held Ontario healthcare services provider operating seven clinics that deliver custom prosthetics, orthotics, bracing, osseointegration support, compression therapy, and cranial remolding to patients across the province.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Headquarters

HQ city

Saint Catharines

HQ country

Canada

HQ region

North America

Offices7 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Prosthetic Devices: Custom prosthetic solutions sold to individuals with limb loss. Devices include upper limb prosthetics, lower limb prosthetics, and breast prosthetics. Pricing varies based on device design and complexity.
2. Orthotic Devices: Custom designed foot orthotics hand crafted in-house. Also includes spinal, upper extremity, and lower extremity braces. Pricing ranges from $450 to $650 for custom foot orthotics.
3. Bracing Solutions: Both off-the-shelf and custom bracing solutions. Custom braces are designed and manufactured in PBO's production facility. Pricing varies by brace type and complexity.
4. Cranial Remolding Helmets: Custom cranial remolding helmets branded as PBO Baby. Generally in the $3000 range. Includes ongoing adjustments at no charge.
5. Compression Therapy: Custom and off-the-shelf compression therapy solutions including venous stockings. Ministry of Health's Assistive Devices Program may cover 75% of costs for lymphedema diagnosis.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

PBO Group delivers prosthetics, orthotics, bracing, osseointegration, compression therapy, and cranial remolding services across seven Ontario clinics. Each offering includes initial assessment, custom design, fitting, and ongoing maintenance, supported by an in-house manufacturing facility with 3D scanning and 3D printing capabilities. Cranial remolding for infants is delivered under the dedicated PBO Baby sub-brand.

Product overview

PBO Group operates as a healthcare services organization offering six core service lines: Prosthetics (custom artificial limbs for upper/lower extremity and breast), Bracing (off-the-shelf and custom braces), Orthotics (custom foot orthotics hand-crafted in-house), Osseointegration (surgical implant support), Compression Therapy (custom/off-the-shelf garments), and Cranial Remolding under the PBO Baby sub-brand. The company owns and operates a state-of-the-art production facility with 3D printing equipment. Services are delivered through seven clinic locations across Ontario (Toronto, Niagara, Kawartha, Barrie, Owen Sound, and Tri-Cities).

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• PBO Baby: A dedicated brand for cranial remolding care and custom-crafted helmets for infants using the latest technologies and highest quality materials.

Products and services

• Prosthetics Custom prosthetic solutions for individuals with limb loss or limb difference, covering upper limb, lower limb, and breast prosthetics. Service includes assessment, design, fabrication, fitting, and ongoing maintenance delivered through PBO Group's Ontario clinics.
• Bracing Off-the-shelf and custom bracing solutions for conditions including osteoarthritis, stroke recovery, cerebral palsy, multiple sclerosis, and ACL injuries. Custom braces are designed and manufactured in PBO Group's in-house production facility.
• Orthotics Custom-designed foot orthotics hand-crafted in PBO Group's in-house production facility, addressing conditions such as plantar fasciitis, heel spurs, neuroma, bunions, and foot, leg, knee, hip, and back pain. Custom foot orthotics are priced $450 to $650.
• Osseointegration Pre- and post-surgery support for amputees undergoing osseointegration, a procedure where a titanium implant is inserted into the bone to allow direct prosthesis-to-bone connection. PBO Group provides assessment, device fitting, and integrated patient care, supported by direct training from The Osseointegration Group of Australia and participation on the Prosthetics Canada Osseointegration Advisory Board.
• Compression Therapy Custom and off-the-shelf compression therapy solutions including venous stockings for managing swelling, varicose veins, and muscle fatigue. Services include measurement, fitting, and consultation with certified fitters; the Ontario Ministry of Health's Assistive Devices Program may cover 75% of costs for lymphedema diagnosis.
• PBO Baby (Cranial Remolding) Personalized care and custom-crafted cranial remolding helmets for infants with asymmetrical or flat head syndrome, typically between 5-16 months of age. Uses 3D scanning technology for precise digital measurements and high-quality materials; helmets priced around $3,000 with all adjustments at no charge.

Quantifiable outcome

• Osseointegration amputees have increased daily step counts by 50-80% compared to distances walked before surgery
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers5 records

Segments6 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

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Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature3 records

Partnerships

Six partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Montreal General Hospital (Osseointegration Team)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2018PBO Group maintains direct communication and integrated patient care with the osseointegration team at Montreal General Hospital, where the first Canadian osseointegration surgery was performed in 2018 by Dr. Robert Turcotte.
• Hotel Dieu Shaver Rehabilitation CentrecoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPBO Niagara clinic is located within the Hotel Dieu Shaver Rehabilitation Centre, providing convenient integrated access to rehabilitation services for Niagara region residents.
• Align Home Health CareminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerPBO Niagara works with Align Home Health Care located in St. Catharines to assist clients in accessing support for wheelchairs, walkers, scooters, lifts, home safety products, and paediatric equipment.
• The Osseointegration Group of AustraliacoreTechnology or IntegrationPBO Group receives direct training from The Osseointegration Group of Australia and participates on Prosthetics Canada Osseointegration Advisory Board.
• Holland Bloorview Kids Rehab HospitalminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerPBO Group clinical staff, such as certified prosthetist Rebeckah Bettencourt, completed residencies at Holland Bloorview Kids Rehab hospital gaining clinical experience in pediatric and upper limb design.
• American Breast CareminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorPBO Group orders breast prosthetics direct from American Breast Care supplier for clients at Niagara clinics.

Scale indicators6 records

Recent moves10 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Cranial Technologies: Cranial Technologies is the leading U.S. provider of cranial remolding helmets (DOC Band), the direct competitor to PBO Baby's cranial remolding service line. Highly comparable as a direct peer in the pediatric flat-head treatment sub-specialty.
• Optimus Prosthetics: Optimus Prosthetics is a U.S. custom prosthetic care provider offering patient-specific devices and clinical fitting services. Comparable as a clinical direct peer focused on custom prosthetic solutions for amputees.
• Ability Prosthetics & Orthotics: Ability Prosthetics & Orthotics is a multi-clinic U.S. provider of custom prosthetic and orthotic care with in-house fabrication capabilities. Comparable as a regional/multi-clinic direct peer running the same clinical-plus-in-house-manufacturing model PBO operates in Ontario.

Broad incumbents

• Hanger Clinic: Hanger Clinic is the largest U.S. operator of orthotic and prosthetic patient care clinics, directly comparable to PBO Group's clinical service model across prosthetics, orthotics, and bracing. While U.S.-based, it represents the scaled version of PBO's clinic-and-manufacturing approach.
• Ossur: Ossur is a major global manufacturer of prosthetics and bracing solutions, including the Unloader One knee brace carried by PBO. Comparable as a broad incumbent with both device manufacturing and clinical service arms across multiple geographies.
• Ottobock: Ottobock is a global leader in prosthetic technology and a key supplier partner to PBO Group. Comparable as a broad incumbent offering both prosthetic devices and patient care services, operating at much larger scale and broader geographic reach than PBO.

Others

• Breg: Breg is a leading U.S. orthopedic bracing manufacturer and PBO supplier partner. Comparable as an enabling supplier/peer in the bracing segment, though it does not deliver direct patient care.
• Fillauer: Fillauer is a U.S. prosthetic component manufacturer that supplies PBO Group. Comparable as a supplier peer in the prosthetic components category, focused on device manufacturing rather than clinical care delivery.
• DJO Global (Donjoy): DJO Global, owner of the Donjoy brand, is a major orthopedic bracing manufacturer that supplies PBO. Comparable as a technology/supplier peer in the bracing and orthopedic supports category rather than a direct clinical competitor.
• Bauerfeind: Bauerfeind is a German manufacturer of medical-grade compression and orthotic products, supplying PBO's compression therapy and bracing lines. Comparable as an enabling product peer with overlapping end-customer segments.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses3 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

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Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles6 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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