What NEMUS does

NEMUS (legal entity Helsegruppen NEMUS AS) is a Norwegian private healthcare group operating a network of over 40 interdisciplinary musculoskeletal clinics across Norway under a unified brand. Founded in 2011 and headquartered in Oslo at SPACES, Apotekergata 10, the group employs 251-500 staff and serves individual patients seeking treatment for nerve, muscle, and skeleton (musculoskeletal) conditions, as well as athletes, pregnant women, children, and enterprise clients. Clinics are individually owned by therapists who hold equity stakes in their respective locations, but operate under standardized NEMUS protocols, quality assurance systems, and a common brand identity, with new clinics onboarded through both organic openings and acquisitions.

The service portfolio spans core offerings (chiropractic and physiotherapy available at all clinics) and a broad set of add-on modalities including osteopathy, acupuncture, massage therapy, shockwave therapy (ESWT), manual therapy, diagnostic ultrasound, psychomotor physiotherapy, training/rehabilitation, custom orthotics, psychology, running analysis, dry needling, Redcord/Neurac sling training, CCMI concussion management, TRV-stol vertigo treatment, pregnancy treatment, and nutrition counseling. Patient access is direct-to-consumer without referral, supported by online booking (24/7), phone booking, and digital consultations. Specialized equipment and partnerships (CCMI, Idrettens Helsesenter, Redcord) differentiate clinical capabilities versus single-discipline competitors.

NEMUS generates revenue through professional services billed on a pay-as-you-go basis at variable per-treatment pricing set by each clinic, with payments collected out-of-pocket or via reimbursement from major Norwegian health insurers (Ananova, Gjensidige, Storebrand, IF/Fremtind, Falck, Tryg, Euro Accident) and sports federation insurance channels. The group pursues growth through geographic expansion (new clinics in Oslo, Bergen, Trondheim, Sortland), clinic roll-up acquisitions (e.g., Telemark Kiropraktorklinikk in 2021), and an active M&A funnel (Selge din klinikk? page), supported by content marketing via the NEMUSpodden podcast, health blog, and social media channels. Leadership comprises Gro Lillebye as Managing Director (Daglig leder) and Kristian Kvam as Board Chair (Styreleder) of NEMUS Norge AS.

Name

NEMUS

Legal name

Helsegruppen NEMUS AS

Website

https://nemus.no

Company type

Private

Founded year

2011

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

251–500 employees

Short description

NEMUS (Helsegruppen NEMUS AS) is a Norwegian private healthcare group operating over 40 interdisciplinary musculoskeletal clinics across Norway, offering direct-to-consumer chiropractic, physiotherapy, and specialty MSK treatments to individual patients, athletes, and enterprise clients.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Musculoskeletal Healthcare Services

NAICS

Offices of Chiropractors (62131), Offices of Physical, Occupational and Speech Therapists, and Audiologists (62134)

SIC

Services-Specialty Outpatient Facilities, Nec (8093), Services-Offices & Clinics Of Doctors Of Medicine (8011)

akta.pro primary industry

General Chiropractic Care (HSADALAA)

akta.pro secondary industries

Neurologic Rehabilitation (Stroke, TBI, Parkinson’s, MS) (HSADAIAC), Medical/Therapeutic Massage (Rehab/Pain Management) (HSALAEAO)

Keywords

• Musculoskeletal healthcare
• Chiropractic services
• Physiotherapy clinics
• Rehabilitation services
• Pain management

Headquarters

HQ city

Oslo

HQ country

Norway

HQ region

Europe

Offices15 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Healthcare Consultation and Treatment Services: NEMUS generates revenue through direct patient consultations and treatments across multiple therapy types including chiropractic, physiotherapy, osteopathy, acupuncture, massage therapy, and specialized treatments. Patients pay for services either out-of-pocket or through health insurance reimbursement.
2. Health Insurance Billing: NEMUS accepts all major health insurance providers in Norway including Ananova, Gjensidige, Storebrand, IF, Fremtind, Falck, Tryg, and Euro Accident. Patients with health insurance can use their coverage at all NEMUS clinics for faster access to diagnosis and treatment.
3. Enterprise/Business Health Services: NEMUS provides health services to businesses including workplace health programs, preventive care, and employee wellness services.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels5 records

Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

NEMUS (Helsegruppen NEMUS AS) operates a network of over 40 interdisciplinary clinics across Norway specializing in the examination, treatment, and rehabilitation of nerve, muscle, and skeleton (musculoskeletal) conditions. Core services include chiropractic, physiotherapy, osteopathy, acupuncture, massage therapy, shockwave therapy, diagnostic ultrasound, concussion management, and custom orthotics. Patients access services directly without referral, either out-of-pocket or via health insurance, through physical clinic visits or digital consultations.

Product overview

NEMUS (Nerve, Muscle, Skeleton) is a healthcare group operating over 40 interdisciplinary clinics across Norway, offering a unified network of musculoskeletal healthcare services. The core offering consists of chiropractic and physiotherapy as foundational services at all clinics, supplemented by specialized add-on services including osteopathy, acupuncture, massage therapy, shockwave therapy, manual therapy, diagnostic ultrasound, psychomotor physiotherapy, training/sports rehabilitation, custom orthotics, psychology, running analysis, dry needling, and sling training (Redcord/Neurac). NEMUS also provides specialized services including pregnancy treatment, concussion management (via CCMI partnership), TRV-stol treatment for dizziness, and nutrition counseling. Digital consultation and the NEMUSpodden podcast support patient education and remote access.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• CCMI (Complete Concussion Management Inc): International concussion management network partnership for testing, treatment and follow-up of concussions
• Idrettens Helsesenter
• NEMUSpodden

Products and services

• Kiropraktikk (Chiropractic) Chiropractic treatment using manipulation/joint adjustment, mobilization, traction, stretching, and massage techniques, tailored to individual patient diagnoses. Some practitioners use specialized tools such as Graston technique, needles, and laser.
• Fysioterapi (Physiotherapy) Physiotherapy using soft tissue treatment, manual joint techniques, and individualized exercise and rehabilitation programs adapted to patient needs.
• Osteopati (Osteopathy) Osteopathic treatment focusing on the whole person using bending, stretching, manipulating, massage, and lifestyle guidance for optimal recovery.
• Akupunktur (Acupuncture) Traditional Chinese medicine treatment using needles, cupping, and moxibustion to restore energy flow and stimulate the body's natural healing processes.
• Massasje/muskelterapi (Massage/Muscle Therapy) Massage therapy for muscle tension, stress relief, sports injuries, and general relaxation, tailored to individual needs.
• Trykkbølge (Shockwave Therapy) Radial extracorporeal shock wave therapy (ESWT) used for chronic tendon conditions and musculoskeletal pain conditions, using high-energy sound waves to stimulate healing in damaged tissue.
• Diagnostisk ultralyd (Diagnostic Ultrasound) Diagnostic ultrasound imaging providing high detail resolution for diagnosing injuries around joints, ligaments, tendons, muscles, and bursae.
• Hjernerystelse/CCMI (Concussion Management) CCMI partnership providing evidence-based concussion baseline testing, treatment, and rehabilitation for safe return to sport, work, and activity.
• Slyngetrening/Redcord (Sling Training) Sling-based training and rehabilitation using Redcord equipment with Neurac (neuromuscular activation) treatment method for therapeutic, injury-preventive, and performance-enhancing purposes.
• TRV-stol behandling (TRV-stol Vertigo Treatment) Three-Dimensional Rotation Chair treatment for BPPV (crystal disease/vertigo), enabling precise control of head and body position for diagnosis and targeted treatment.
• Såler (Custom Insoles/Orthotics) Custom-made insoles that correct foot misalignments and reduce stress on the body by positioning feet correctly.
• Digital konsultasjon (Digital Consultation) Online video consultation services allowing patients to connect with therapists remotely for assessment and follow-up.

Named customers3 records

Segments6 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature5 records

Partnerships

Seven partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Complete Concussion Management Inc (CCMI)coreTechnology or IntegrationNEMUS is a proud partner of CCMI - a network of approved clinics worldwide offering evidence-based follow-up and treatment of concussions. NEMUS helps patients with examination, treatment, and safe return to work, school, and other activities or sports in collaboration with other healthcare personnel.
• Idrettens HelsesentercoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerNEMUS is part of Idrettens Helsesenter's national network. Athletes with insurance through sports federations (football, skiing, ice hockey, basketball, skating, cycling, handball) receive coverage for examination and treatment at NEMUS clinics.
• Hodepine Norge (Headache Norway)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerHeadache Norway is a nationwide independent organization working to ensure that all people suffering from migraine or other headache diseases can live meaningful and functional lives. NEMUS provides members of Headache Norway with benefits.
• CrossFit OslominorStrategic or Co-development PartnerCollaboration with CrossFit Oslo at NEMUS Nydalen clinic. Active patient group including both recreational athletes and sports performers.
• Health Insurance Providers (Norway)coreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorNEMUS has good collaboration with all major Norwegian health insurance providers including Ananova, Gjensidige, Storebrand, IF (Fremtind), Falck, Tryg, and Euro Accident. Patients can use their health insurance at all NEMUS clinics for quick access to examination and treatment.
• Limiceph ASminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerCollaboration with Limiceph AS to increase professional competence on headache issues. Limiceph AS organizes national courses on headache with updated information and quality-assured solutions (see hodepine-info.no).
• NAV (Norwegian Labour and Welfare Administration)minorOthersNEMUS Stord offers expert assistance through NAV with the goal of strengthening health, preventing sick leave, and contributing to increased work participation.

Scale indicators3 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Others

• Naprapatlandslaget: Norwegian professional association representing naprapaths, an adjacent MSK practitioner group competing for the same low-back, neck, and musculoskeletal pain patients. Represents a structural competitive alternative to NEMUS's chiropractic/physiotherapy core.
• Dedicare: Nordic healthcare staffing and recruitment company active in Norway and Sweden. Relevant as a labor-market peer given NEMUS's dependence on Norwegian clinicians and as an adjacent ecosystem player in Nordic healthcare services.

Direct peers

• Medi3: Norwegian private healthcare group operating multi-specialty clinics across several Norwegian cities. Comparable direct-to-consumer private-pay model and outpatient specialty focus, including physiotherapy and rehabilitation services.
• Klinikk for Alle: Norwegian chain of physiotherapy and specialist rehabilitation clinics. Directly competes for the same MSK and rehabilitation patient segment in Norway with a similar multi-clinic, direct-access model.
• Volvat Medisinske Senter: Norway's largest private healthcare network operating multiple clinics across major Norwegian cities. Closest direct peer to NEMUS in terms of multi-specialty outpatient footprint and Norwegian private-pay patient base, though Volvat has a broader medical offering beyond MSK.

Emerging players

• Hinge Health: US-headquartered digital MSK care platform providing employer-sponsored virtual physiotherapy and coaching. Represents the emerging digital-first MSK care model that could compete for the same chronic and acute MSK patient demand, particularly through corporate wellness channels.
• Sword Health: Global digital MSK and pelvic health platform using AI-enabled remote therapy. Comparable to NEMUS's digital consultation offering but focused on virtual-first delivery, representing a potential long-term substitute or complement to in-clinic MSK services.

Broad incumbents

• Capio (Ramsay Santé): Large European private healthcare provider with Norwegian operations delivering specialist outpatient and inpatient care. Overlaps with NEMUS on physiotherapy and rehabilitation but operates at much greater scale and breadth across Europe.
• Aleris Healthcare: Nordic private healthcare provider with Norwegian operations covering specialist consultations, physiotherapy, and rehabilitation. Comparable in private-pay model and multi-clinic Norwegian footprint but operates on a much broader specialty portfolio.

Regional players

• Aker Care: Norwegian workplace health and clinic operator serving corporate clients. Comparable to NEMUS's enterprise/B2B health services arm, though more focused on occupational health contracts than consumer MSK care.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Facebookfacebook.com/nemus.helse
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/helsegruppen-nemus

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles2 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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

M&A

Investments

M&A and investment is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

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