INDESmed

What INDESmed does

INDESmed (INDES Medical S.L.) is a Madrid, Spain-based designer and distributor of ergonomic mobility aids and rehabilitation products, founded in 2011 by Rafael Vidal following his experience as a survivor of the Spanair Flight 5022 crash. The company serves individual consumers with limited mobility — including post-surgical patients, people with disabilities, and the elderly — as well as healthcare professionals and institutions via a dedicated B2B portal. Its core hardware portfolio comprises crutches, canes, walkers, walker boots, trekking poles, and reading glasses, constructed from 3K Twill carbon fiber and aerospace-grade aluminum, with retail prices ranging from $28 to $329.

The business model combines direct-to-consumer e-commerce, a network of distributors across 42 countries, and a B2B Professional portal serving clinics and orthopedic buyers. INDESmed reports 21,127+ customers served, holds 14 patents, and operates under ISO 13485 certification for medical device quality management. The company has diversified into adjacent consumer health categories with the Formula Smart food supplement line (priced from approximately €24.95) and bamboo-based compression socks. The business remains bootstrapped and founder-owned, with a small team of 1-10 employees and internship partnerships with eight Spanish universities; there is no public evidence of venture funding, acquisitions, or external investors.

INDESmed does not disclose revenue, unit volume, or channel mix, and there are no observed AI/ML capabilities, connected-device features, or data flywheel mechanics underlying the product line.

Name

INDESmed

Legal name

INDES Medical S.L.

Website

https://indesmed.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2011

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

INDESmed (Madrid, founded 2011) designs and distributes ergonomic carbon-fiber and aluminum mobility aids — crutches, canes, walkers, walker boots, trekking poles — plus Formula Smart supplements and bamboo compression socks, sold directly to consumers and healthcare buyers across 42 countries under ISO 13485 certification.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Mobility Aids / Medical Devices / Assistive Technology

NAICS

Sporting Goods Retailers (45911), Health and Personal Care Retailers (456), Food (Health) Supplement Retailers (456191), Shoe Retailers (4582)

SIC

Orthopedic, Prosthetic & Surgical Appliances & Supplies (3842), Ophthalmic Goods (3851), Retail-Apparel & Accessory Stores (5600)

akta.pro primary industry

Mobility Aids (Wheelchairs, Scooters, Walkers, Canes) (HLAHAMAA)

akta.pro secondary industries

Recovery, Mobility & Therapy Accessories Retail (Foam Rollers, Massage Guns, Braces, Taping) (CRAMADAF), Comfort, Orthopedic & Medical Footwear Retail (CRAAADAG), Camping, Hiking & Backpacking Gear Retail (CRAMAMAA)

Keywords

• Lightweight mobility aids
• Carbon fiber crutches
• Orthopedic rehabilitation products
• Assistive medical devices
• Presbyopia reading glasses

Headquarters

HQ city

Fresno De Torote

HQ country

Spain

HQ region

Europe

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Direct E-commerce Sales (Hardware Products): Direct e-commerce sales of physical mobility, rehabilitation, and vision products to consumers and professionals (crutches, canes, walkers, walker boots, reading glasses, compression socks, trekking poles). One-time purchase model with no subscription required for hardware products.
2. Food Supplements E-commerce: Sale of food supplement products (magnesio quadruple complex, collagen + hyaluronic acid + Q10, omega-3) as one-time or repeat purchase, primarily via direct e-commerce. Supplements are sold in monthly supply bottles (120 capsules for magnesium, 90 for omega-3, 120 for collagen).

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels3 records

Core offering

INDESmed designs, manufactures, and sells lightweight mobility aids and rehabilitation products — primarily forearm crutches and walking canes made from 100% carbon fiber (3k Twill) and aerospace-grade aluminum — alongside orthopedic walker boots, walkers/rollators, bamboo compression socks, reading glasses with blue light filter, trekking poles, and a Formula Smart line of food supplements. The company sells direct to consumers through its own e-commerce storefront and to clinics via a B2B professionals portal, shipping globally with SEUR and FEDEX.

Product overview

INDESmed is a Madrid-based medical technology company (founded 2011 by Rafael Vidal) offering a portfolio of mobility, rehabilitation, and vision products alongside a line of food supplements. The core product line centers on lightweight mobility aids — forearm crutches and walking canes in 100% carbon fiber (3k Twill) and aerospace-grade aluminum — marketed as the lightest in their categories worldwide, along with orthopedic walker boots, walkers/rollators, and bamboo compression socks. Vision products include reading glasses for presbyopia with blue light filtering. The Formula Smart supplement sub-brand covers three SKUs: Magnesio Cuádruple Complex (a four-form magnesium blend with vitamins), Colágeno + Ácido Hialurónico + Q10 Complex (hydrolyzed collagen with cofactors), and Omega-3 / 800 mg (high-absorption rTG form with EPA/DHA and vitamins). A B2B professionals area supports bulk/professional purchases. The company holds 14 patents and operates across 42 countries.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Forearm Crutch 100% Aerospace Aluminum Ultralight forearm crutch made from aerospace-grade aluminum, designed for mobility assistance with high resistance and reduced weight, priced at US$79.29.
• Forearm Crutch 100% Carbon Fiber Premium forearm crutch made from 100% carbon fiber (3k Twill, 3 layers), marketed as the lightest crutch in the world, priced at US$328.90.
• Walking Cane 100% Carbon Fiber Ultra-lightweight walking cane made from 100% carbon fiber (3k Twill), described as the lightest walking cane in the world, priced at US$234.60.
• Walking Cane 100% Aerospace Aluminum Walking cane made from 100% aerospace-grade aluminum, combining ultra-lightweight construction with high resistance at US$65.49.
• Walker Orthopedic Boot (Short + Tall) Orthopedic walker boot with patented superior adjustment system, available in short and tall configurations for foot/ankle rehabilitation support, priced at US$114.94.
• Reading Glasses for Presbyopia Reading glasses for presbyopia with magnetic closure and blue light filter, priced at US$50.54.
• Bamboo Compression Socks Compression socks made with BambooSmarTec technology, designed for improved circulation and comfort, priced at US$28.69.
• Trekking Poles 100% Carbon Fiber Telescopic trekking poles made from 100% carbon fiber (3k Twill), ultra-lightweight and foldable, priced at US$60.32 per unit.
• Walkers and Rollators Walkers and rollators for elderly and mobility-impaired users.
• Magnesio Cuádruple Complex FORMULA SMART Magnesium supplement combining four forms of magnesium (Bisglicinato, Citrato, Malato, and Óxido) at 375 mg elemental magnesium (100% VRN), enriched with vitamins B5, B6, B12 and Zinc. Supports normal muscle and nervous system function, reduces fatigue, and promotes bone health. 120 capsules, ~1.5 month supply at €24.95.
• Colágeno, Ácido Hialurónico y Q10 Complex FORMULA SMART Collagen supplement with hydrolyzed bovine collagen (400 mg, types I and III), hyaluronic acid (29 mg), coenzyme Q10 (40 mg), and vitamins A, C, D3, B12, Zinc, and Biotin. Supports skin firmness, joint health, hair, and nail strength. 120 capsules, ~4 month supply.
• Omega-3 / 800 mg FORMULA SMART Omega-3 supplement with 800 mg total omega-3 (500 mg EPA and 300 mg DHA) in re-esterified triglyceride (rTG) form for high absorption. Includes vitamins E and D3. Supports heart, brain, vision, and cellular protection. 90 capsules, ~3 month supply.
• Healthcare Products (Anti-Pressure Sore Cushions and Cervical Pillows) General healthcare products including anti-pressure sore cushions and cervical pillows for comfort and therapeutic use.

Quantifiable outcome

• Over 21,127 satisfied customers reported on the company website
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers3 records

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration7 records

Feature6 records

Partnerships

Ten partnerships are on record, tiered minor.

• Universidad de Alcalá (UAH)minorOthersINDESmed collaborates with Universidad de Alcalá (UAH) to offer real-world internships for students, primarily in electronics engineering. Interns have developed practical applications such as Bluetooth-enabled wheelchair integrations.
• Universidad Europea de MadridminorOthersINDESmed partners with Universidad Europea de Madrid for student internships in bioengineering and digital marketing disciplines. Student projects have included biomedical device design and real campaign launches.
• Universidad Politécnica de Madrid (UPM)minorOthersINDESmed collaborates with Universidad Politécnica de Madrid for industrial engineering and technical student internships, contributing to product development and engineering projects.
• Universidad Rey Juan Carlos (URJC)minorOthersINDESmed partners with Universidad Rey Juan Carlos for student internship programs, providing practical experience opportunities for university students in Madrid.
• Universidad NebrijaminorOthersINDESmed collaborates with Universidad Nebrija for student internships in areas relevant to the company's business operations.
• Voxel School - Centro Universitario de Artes DigitalesminorOthersINDESmed partners with Voxel School for student internships in digital arts and design disciplines.
• Escuela Superior de Diseño Madrid (ESDI Madrid)minorOthersINDESmed collaborates with ESDI Madrid for design-focused student internships supporting product aesthetics and user experience.
• IES - Clara del ReyminorOthersINDESmed partners with IES Clara del Rey for vocational training (FP) student internships in logistics and other operational areas.
• SEURminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorINDESmed ships products globally through SEUR courier service, covering Spain, Europe, and international destinations. SEUR is one of the two primary logistics partners (along with FEDEX) used for order fulfillment.
• FEDEXminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorINDESmed ships products globally through FEDEX courier service, covering international destinations. FEDEX is one of two primary logistics partners used for order fulfillment alongside SEUR.

Scale indicators5 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Hugo Mobility: Hugo Mobility manufactures and distributes a broad portfolio of canes, crutches, walkers, rollators, and wheelchairs through online and retail channels. Direct overlap with INDESmed's mobility-aid core categories.
• NOVA Medical Products: NOVA designs and retails walkers, rollators, canes, crutches, and bath safety products direct-to-consumer with a multi-channel US/global footprint. Direct product and channel overlap with INDESmed.
• Carex Health Brands: Carex is a major US-based retailer and brand of mobility aids, bath safety, and daily living aids including crutches, canes, walkers, and rollators. Comparable product range and consumer-direct channel to INDESmed.
• Ergobaum (by Ergoactives): Ergoactives makes Ergobaum ergonomic forearm crutches with shock absorbers and adjustable features, sold direct-to-consumer globally. Closely comparable to INDESmed's premium ergonomic crutch positioning.
• Millennial Medical: Millennial Medical produces ergonomic forearm crutches (M1 Crutches) emphasizing reduced joint impact and improved posture. Comparable to INDESmed's positioning of carbon-fiber crutches as lighter and more ergonomic than conventional designs.
• Mobilegs: Mobilegs designs and sells ergonomic, all-terrain forearm crutches directly to consumers in North America and online globally. It is one of the closest direct competitors to INDESmed's premium forearm crutch line.
• Orliman: Orliman is a Spanish/European orthopedic manufacturer of braces, splints, walkers, and rehabilitation aids sold through pharmacy and clinical channels. Direct regional competitor in INDESmed's home market with shared product categories.

Regional players

• Thuasne: Thuasne is a French orthopedic manufacturer of braces, supports, and mobility aids sold primarily across European clinical and pharmacy channels. Comparable to INDESmed's medical-device positioning in Europe.

Broad incumbents

• Invacare: Invacare is a global durable medical equipment incumbent with a broad mobility, respiratory, and rehab product portfolio sold through institutional and homecare channels. A larger established competitor in INDESmed's category.
• Drive DeVilbiss Healthcare: Drive DeVilbiss is one of the largest global manufacturers and distributors of durable medical equipment, including mobility aids, walkers, and wheelchairs. A broad incumbent that competes with INDESmed across most mobility-aid SKUs.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat3 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• Facebookfacebook.com/INDESmed
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/indesmed-medical-technology
• Instagraminstagram.com/indesmed_official

Compliance1 record

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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