Thuasne Deutschland

What Thuasne Deutschland does

Thuasne Deutschland is the German operating entity of the Thuasne Group, a sixth-generation, family-owned medical device manufacturer founded in 1847 in France and headquartered in Levallois-Perret. The German entity is based in Großburgwedel and operates as a branch/representative office distributing the group's orthopedic and compression medical devices into the German market. The Thuasne Group employs approximately 2,400 people globally, holds 200 active patents, runs 4 R&D centers, and conducts 20-30 clinical studies annually, with all products CE-marked as regulated medical devices.

The company's core technology and product portfolio spans medical compression textiles (Lymphatrex for edema therapy, Mobiderm Autofit for lymphedema), post-operative compression garments (Cicatrex contour), a deep knee orthosis and bandage line (UniReliever, Action Reliever, Genu Ligaflex, Ligaflex Immo, Genu-GO Silistab, GenuPro Comfort), cervical spine supports (Ortel Anatomic), compression stockings for venous disease, scar and wound care compression, and a BreastCare line including prostheses, lingerie, and swimwear. Proprietary features include special knitting technology for easy donning/doffing, individually adjustable support systems, and a controlled end-to-end production chain that the company cites as a quality and efficacy guarantee.

Thuasne Deutschland operates a hybrid go-to-market combining a B2B channel — the pro.thuasne.com portal serving specialist medical retailers and healthcare professionals — with a direct-to-consumer website (thuasne.com) featuring a store locator that directs patients to authorized retailers. Revenue is generated through one-time product purchases of CE-marked medical devices across orthopedic, compression, post-operative, and breast care categories, with pricing not publicly disclosed. The customer base is fragmented across patients with conditions such as osteoarthritis, lymphedema, venous insufficiency, post-operative recovery, and breast cancer, alongside prescribing healthcare professionals (physiotherapists, orthopaedic and vascular specialists) and a distributed network of specialist medical supply retailers in Germany.

Name

Thuasne Deutschland

Legal name

Thuasne®

Website

https://thuasne.de

Company type

Private

Founded year

1847

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Thuasne Deutschland is the German subsidiary of the 175-year-old, family-owned Thuasne Group, distributing CE-marked orthopedic medical devices, compression textiles, orthoses, and breast care products to patients, healthcare professionals, and specialist medical retailers across Germany.

Ownership category

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Product category

Orthopedic Medical Devices

NAICS

Surgical Appliance and Supplies Manufacturing (339113), Medical, Dental, and Hospital Equipment and Supplies Merchant Wholesalers (423450)

SIC

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

akta.pro primary industry

Compression Therapy & Lymphedema DME (Garments, Pneumatic Pumps) (HLAHAMAH)

akta.pro secondary industries

Durable Medical Equipment (DME) Sales & Rentals (HSABAKAA), Durable Medical Equipment (DME) & Home Health Distribution (CRAOAHAF)

Keywords

• Orthopedic medical devices
• Compression therapy products
• Medical bandages and orthoses
• Lymphedema compression garments
• Post-operative care textiles

Headquarters

HQ city

Großburgwedel

HQ country

Germany

HQ region

Europe

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Medical Device Sales: Sale of orthopaedic medical devices including compression stockings, bandages, orthoses, and breast care products. Revenue is generated through one-time product purchases, primarily via specialist medical retailers and direct consumer sales.

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

Thuasne Deutschland manufactures and distributes CE-marked orthopedic medical devices, including compression stockings for venous disease, lymphedema and post-operative care, bandages and orthoses for the cervical spine, shoulder, elbow, hand, back, knee, ankle and foot, and breast prostheses, lingerie and swimwear under the BreastCare line. The German subsidiary operates a dual go-to-market via the consumer website thuasne.com (product information, store locator and educational content) and a dedicated B2B portal pro.thuasne.com serving specialist medical retailers and healthcare professionals.

Product overview

Thuasne Deutschland is a family-owned medical device company offering a comprehensive portfolio of orthopedic medical aids, medical compression products, and sports healthcare solutions. The product portfolio includes compression textiles for edema therapy (Lymphatrex), postoperative compression garments (Cicatrex Contour), knee orthoses for osteoarthritis (UniReliever®, Action Reliever®, Genu Ligaflex®, Ligaflex Immo), cervical spine supports (Ortel Anatomic), bandages with proprioceptive effects (Genu-GO Silistab®, GenuPro Comfort), lymphedema treatment products (Mobiderm® Autofit), compression stockings for venous diseases, and BreastCare products. The company emphasizes patient-centered innovation with over 175 years of experience, 4 R&D centers worldwide, and 200 active patents.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Lymphatrex: Compression solution for edema therapy with individually manufactured compression textiles featuring special knitting technology for easy application.
• Cicatrex contour
• UniReliever®
• Action Reliever®
• Ortel Anatomic
• Mobiderm® Autofit
• Genu-GO Silistab®
• GenuPro Comfort
• Genu Ligaflex®
• Ligaflex Immo
• BreastCare

Products and services

• Lymphatrex Compression solution for edema therapy consisting of individually manufactured compression textiles. Uses a special knitting technology that makes the garments easy to put on and take off. Available in three material qualities for mild to severe edema, providing customized fit tailored to personal needs. Skin-friendly and form-stable for everyday use.
• Cicatrex Contour Compression textiles for postoperative care, providing comfortable compression with high medical standards to stabilize surgical outcomes, support scar healing and relieve discomfort. Precise-fitting textiles for upper and lower body with high elasticity, flat seams and skin-protective design.
• UniReliever Knee orthosis for knee osteoarthritis combining modern relief technology with high wearing comfort. Features individually adjustable support, skin-friendly materials and an ergonomic fit to improve mobility and reduce restriction in everyday life.
• Action Reliever Knee joint orthosis for guidance and unloading of a single compartment of the knee. Designed for patients requiring targeted compartmental offloading of the knee joint.
• Ortel Anatomic Soft anatomical cervical spine orthosis for patients requiring supportive care for the cervical spine.
• Mobiderm Autofit Wadenstrumpf Adjustable mobilizing and compressive calf stocking for the treatment of lymphedema of the lower extremities. Features adjustable compression with skin-friendly materials and ergonomic design.
• Genu-GO Silistab Elastic knee joint bandage with a proprioceptive effect for knee support and stabilization.
• GenuPro Comfort Comfort knee bandage with proprioceptive effect for knee support and stabilization, designed with a focus on wearing comfort.
• Genu Ligaflex Knee guidance orthosis with joint rails, available in closed and open versions to provide joint guidance and support for the knee.
• Ligaflex Immo 0° Immobilization splint for the knee joint set at 0 degrees, used for post-injury or post-surgical immobilization of the knee.
• Ligaflex Immo 20° Immobilization splint for the knee joint set at 20 degrees, used for post-injury or post-surgical immobilization of the knee in a slight flexion position.
• BreastCare Product line of breast prostheses, lingerie and swimwear designed for breast cancer patients, supporting post-mastectomy care and everyday confidence.

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Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed No

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Direct peers

• Ottobock: German global leader in orthopedic technology, including orthoses, supports, and mobility aids. Overlaps with Thuasne on the orthopedic/orthoses side (knee, back, ankle) and shares the clinical channel across Europe.
• medi: German medical device company specializing in compression therapy (medical compression stockings), orthoses, and orthopedic braces. Overlaps with Thuasne Deutschland across venous, lymphedema, and orthopedic indications, with a similar B2B/clinical GTM.
• Bauerfeind: German family-owned manufacturer of medical compression stockings, orthoses, braces, and supports with strong clinician and pharmacy distribution. Directly comparable product portfolio (knee/back/ankle braces, compression therapy) and DACH market focus.
• Sigvaris: Swiss-headquartered global leader in medical compression therapy (stockings, lymphedema garments). Closely comparable to Thuasne's Lymphatrex, Mobiderm, and Cicatrex compression product lines and shares the same prescription/retail channel.
• Lohmann & Rauscher: German/European medical device company focused on wound care, compression, and orthopedic bandaging. Comparable in compression bandages, orthoses, and CE-marked medical supply distribution to specialist retailers and hospitals.
• Juzo: German compression therapy specialist producing medical compression stockings, lymphedema garments, and orthopedic supports. Strong product overlap with Thuasne's compression and oedema portfolio, particularly in the DACH region.
• Ofa Bamberg: German manufacturer of medical compression stockings and orthopedic aids. Direct competitor in the German-speaking compression and orthoses market with a comparable specialist-retailer distribution model.

Broad incumbents

• Smith & Nephew: Global medical device incumbent with wound care and orthopedic product lines that overlap with Thuasne's compression bandage and orthoses offerings. Significantly larger and broader, but competes in adjacent clinical segments.
• Essity (BSN medical): Global hygiene and health company owning BSN medical, with a broad portfolio in compression therapy, orthopedics, and wound care. Larger, more diversified incumbent operating in the same orthopedic and compression DME space as Thuasne.

Emerging players

• Breg: US-based orthopedic bracing and cold therapy company with growing European footprint. Comparable to Thuasne on the orthopedic bracing side, especially in knee OA and post-op bracing, though smaller and more regionally concentrated.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights6 records

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