OPED UK Ltd

What OPED UK Ltd does

OPED UK Ltd is a UK-based medical devices company that distributes and sells a portfolio of orthopaedic, diabetic foot care, and vascular therapy products. The company is part of the OPED Worldwide network, with sister entities operating in Germany, Switzerland, the United States, Australia, and other international markets. Headquartered in Melksham (Unit 5 Avro Business Centre, Avro Way, Bowerhill, SN12 6TP), OPED UK Ltd operates through direct-to-consumer e-commerce, NHS prescription pathways, trade/professional channels, and fitting centres.

The company's product portfolio is built on its patented VACO vacuum cushion technology, deployed across VACOped (a treatment boot for Achilles tendon ruptures, ankle fractures, and soft tissue injuries), VACOcast (for foot and ankle injuries), and their Diabetic variants (VACOped Diabetic, VACOpedes Diabetic, VACOcast Diabetic) which provide total contact offloading for diabetic foot ulcer care and Charcot foot in line with international guidelines. Supporting technologies include VACO12 (gold-standard total contact offloading) and XELGO (next-generation liner technology for VACOped). The VADOplex system applies mechanical compressive impulse technology for deep vein thrombosis prevention (greater than 80% risk reduction in high-risk patients), oedema reduction, lymphedema management, peripheral arterial disease, and chronic wound healing. The company also markets EVENup (an orthotic shoe lift), VACOtalus (ankle stabiliser), SUPROcast, Adjustable Night Splint for plantar fasciitis, and a range of replacement liners, vacuum cushions, and waterproof accessories.

OPED UK Ltd generates revenue primarily through one-time sales of medical devices and accessories, supplemented by monthly subscription rental of the VADOplex device. Products are distributed via NHS prescription (Drug Tariff listed), trade/professional channels, fitting centres, and a direct webshop. Over 50 NHS trusts recommend OPED products, and the company markets through clinical evidence content, events, webinars, and podcasts. Primary clinical segments served are diabetic foot care, orthopaedic and trauma care, and vascular therapy, with customers spanning UK government healthcare providers, private hospitals, and individual patients.

Name

OPED UK Ltd

Legal name

OPED UK Ltd

Website

https://oped-uk.com

Company type

Private

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

OPED UK Ltd is a UK medical devices distributor selling patented VACO vacuum orthopaedic braces, VADOplex vascular therapy devices, and diabetic foot offloading products to NHS trusts, private hospitals, and patients via e-commerce and fitting centres.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Orthopaedic 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), Posture, Musculoskeletal & Pain-Relief Devices (Posture Trainers, TENS/EMS, Massage Devices) (CRACAQAK)

Keywords

• Orthopaedic braces
• Diabetic foot offloading
• Vascular therapy devices
• Medical device distribution
• Immobilisation orthotics

Headquarters

HQ city

Melksham

HQ country

United Kingdom

HQ region

Europe

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B and B2C

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Medical Device Sales: Sale of orthopaedic braces, diabetic foot offloading devices, vascular therapy equipment, and related accessories through e-commerce and trade/professional channels
2. Equipment Rental: Rental program for VADOplex Vascular Impulse therapy device for post-surgery recovery, injury rehabilitation, and chronic oedema management

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

OPED UK Ltd distributes and sells OPED-branded orthopaedic medical devices, including VACO vacuum-cushion braces for foot, ankle, Achilles, and diabetic indications; the EVENup shoe-leveler; VADOplex vascular impulse therapy devices; the Adjustable Night Splint and SUPROcast immobilisation products; and the Orthelligent Screening Mat. Devices are sold both directly to patients through a UK e-commerce webshop and to healthcare professionals via NHS and private hospital channels.

Product overview

OPED UK Ltd offers a comprehensive portfolio of medical orthopedic devices centered on VACO technology, which includes vacuum cushion-based orthoses for treatment of foot, ankle, and Achilles conditions. The core product lines include VACOped (for Achilles tendon ruptures and fractures), VACOcast (for foot and ankle injuries), and their Diabetic variants (VACOped Diabetic, VACOpedes Diabetic, VACOcast Diabetic) for total contact offloading in diabetic foot care. The VADOplex system provides vascular impulse therapy for DVT prevention and oedema management. Supporting accessories include vacuum cushions, liners (terry and velour), air extractor bulbs, straps, walking soles, and lifestyle products such as EVENup shoe lifts, rain covers, shower protection, and crutches. The company also offers the Orthelligent Screening Mat for fitness assessment and specialized products like VACOtalus for ankle stabilization, SUPROcast, and Adjustable Night Splint for plantar fasciitis.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• VACOped: Gold standard treatment for Achilles Tendon Ruptures and ankle fractures
• VACOcast
• VADOplex
• EVENup
• XELGO

Products and services

• VACOped Boot VACOped Boot is an orthopaedic brace with VACO vacuum cushion technology for full immobilisation of the foot and ankle following Achilles tendon rupture, ankle fractures, and post-surgical recovery, providing a removable alternative to plaster casting.
• VACOped with XELGO VACOped with XELGO is a variant of the VACOped brace integrating the XELGO outsole and additional functional components for Achilles tendon and ankle indications, offering a fully integrated immobilisation and rehabilitation solution.
• VACOcast VACOcast is a removable immobilisation brace using VACO vacuum cushion technology, indicated for stable fractures, soft-tissue injuries, and post-operative foot and ankle support.
• VACOped Diabetic VACOped Diabetic is a VACO vacuum-cushion orthotic device specifically designed for the diabetic foot, providing offloading and immobilisation for Charcot neuroarthropathy and diabetic foot ulcer management.
• VACOpedes Diabetic VACOpedes Diabetic is a specialist diabetic offloading device based on VACO vacuum cushion technology, designed to relieve pressure on diabetic foot ulcers and support healing.
• VACOcast Diabetic VACOcast Diabetic is a removable VACO vacuum-cushion immobilisation brace adapted for diabetic patients, offering adjustable offloading for foot and ankle injuries in at-risk diabetic populations.
• VACOpaso Free VACOpaso Free is an orthopaedic brace using VACO vacuum cushion technology for post-operative foot and ankle support, providing free, adjustable immobilisation following surgery.
• VACOtalus VACOtalus is a VACO vacuum-cushion ankle brace designed to stabilise the ankle joint and support treatment of ankle injuries and instability.
• VADOplex VADOplex is a portable vascular impulse therapy device using VADOplex Vascular Impulse technology for the treatment of vascular conditions such as deep vein thrombosis (DVT), oedema, and chronic venous insufficiency, available for home and clinical use with a rental programme.
• EVENup EVENup is a shoe-leveler/leg-length equalisation device that fits over the user's footwear to offset leg length discrepancy caused by wearing an orthopaedic boot, helping prevent secondary hip, knee, and back pain.
• Adjustable Night Splint (PFS) Adjustable Night Splint (PFS) is an orthotic device worn at night to treat plantar fasciitis and Achilles tendon conditions through sustained passive stretching.
• SUPROcast SUPROcast is an orthopaedic immobilisation product offering a removable cast-style support solution for foot and ankle indications.
• Orthelligent Screening Mat Orthelligent Screening Mat is a clinical assessment device that uses sensor-based measurement to provide objective gait and balance data for orthopaedic, neurological, and sports medicine practitioners.
• Combi Crutch Combi Crutch is a mobility aid product distributed by OPED UK to support patients during recovery from foot and ankle injuries.
• 15-30 Achill Sole The 15-30 Achill Sole is a wedge insole component used inside VACOped boots to position the ankle at 15° or 30° plantarflexion as part of Achilles tendon rehabilitation protocols.
• Rain Cover Rain Cover is a protective accessory for VACO braces that shields the device from rain and wet weather during outdoor use.
• Shower Protection Shower Protection is a waterproof accessory for VACO braces that allows patients to shower while wearing the orthotic device.
• Set of Straps Set of Straps is a replacement strap accessory for VACO braces to maintain and adjust the orthotic during the patient recovery period.

Quantifiable outcome

• Reduces deep vein thrombosis risk by >80% in high risk patients
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers1 record

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature4 records

Partnerships

Five partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• OPED GermanycoreOthersParent/original company entity of the OPED medical devices group, headquartered in Germany. OPED UK is part of a global network including operations in Germany, Switzerland, US, Australia, and international markets.
• OPED SwitzerlandcoreOthersSister company within OPED global network operating in Swiss market.
• OPED UScoreOthersUS operating entity within the OPED global network.
• OPED AustraliacoreOthersAustralian operating entity within the OPED global network.
• OPED InternationalminorOthersInternational markets entity within OPED global network.

Scale indicators3 records

Recent moves5 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Enovis (DJO Global): Major orthopaedic devices company offering bracing, recovery, and rehabilitation products including Aircast and DonJoy brands. Competes with OPED UK across ankle bracing, walker boots, and soft goods supports.
• Darco International: Specialist in diabetic foot offloading and post-operative footwear. Direct competitor in the diabetic foot ulcer treatment category where OPED UK positions VACOped Diabetic/VACOcast Diabetic as gold standard.
• Össur: Global leader in non-invasive orthopaedics, including a wide range of bracing, supports, and compression therapy products. Directly comparable to OPED UK in orthotic bracing and Walkers/Walker boots categories, with overlap in diabetic foot solutions and lower extremity orthoses.
• Bauerfeind: German-headquartered manufacturer of medical aids including orthopaedic braces, supports, and compression stockings. Direct competitor in orthotic bracing with overlapping product categories including ankle and foot braces.
• medi GmbH & Co. KG: German medical device company specialising in orthoses, compression therapy, and orthopaedic footwear. Comparable to OPED UK in the orthotic bracing segment with similar clinical-evidence-driven positioning and NHS/european distribution.
• DeRoyal Industries: US manufacturer of orthopaedic soft goods, braces, and surgical supplies. Overlaps with OPED UK in walker boots, post-op bracing, and infectious disease control-friendly orthotic accessories.
• Thuasne: French medical device manufacturer of orthoses, compression, and prosthetics. Comparable to OPED UK in orthotic bracing and lower extremity supports with strong European footprint.
• Breg, Inc. US-based orthopaedic bracing manufacturer offering walking boots, knee braces, and cold therapy devices. Directly competes with OPED UK's VACOped/VACOcast and other walker boot product lines.

Broad incumbents

• Arjo (Getinge): Global medical device company with DVT prevention therapy solutions (e.g., intermittent pneumatic compression systems) directly competing with OPED UK's VADOplex vascular impulse therapy. Broad incumbent in vascular and patient handling.
• Ottobock: Global leader in prosthetics and a broader orthopaedic solutions provider with overlap in orthotic bracing and DVT prevention therapy. Larger and more diversified than OPED UK, with similar positioning in clinical-evidenced orthoses.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/oped-uk-ltd

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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