Rise Bionics

What Rise Bionics does

Rise Bionics (legally RayRise Design Lab Private Limited) is a Bengaluru-based designer and manufacturer of custom prosthetic and orthotic devices, founded in 2016 by Arun Cherian. The company builds lower-limb prostheses (below-knee and above-knee), upper-limb prostheses, and a range of orthotic braces and special devices, primarily serving amputees and patients with orthopedic impairment in India who are typically priced out of imported Western prosthetics.

The company's core technology is The RiseWay, a proprietary digital fabrication platform that combines a portable handheld 3D scanner with computer-aided socket design and subtractive machining (CNC), enabling the company to scan, design, and machine custom-fitted prosthetic sockets in-house. This replaces traditional plaster-casting workflows that are slow, manual, and require centralized clinical infrastructure. Production conforms to ISO standards and ISPO guidelines.

Rise Bionics operates a hybrid B2C/B2B model. Consumers are reached through clinical fittings and outreach programs (Help a Child Walk and Help Lives Walk), while B2B revenue flows through hospital and rehabilitation-center channel partners and, since 2023, via ALIMCO (a Government of India PSU under the Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment). Pricing is quote-based, reflecting the custom nature of each device, and the company is currently a small team of approximately 13 with active academic engagement from Harvard, MIT, the University of Michigan, and IIT Madras.

Name

Rise Bionics

Legal name

RayRise Design Lab Private Limited

Website

https://risebionics.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2016

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Rise Bionics (RayRise Design Lab Private Limited) is a Bengaluru-based manufacturer of custom lower-limb and upper-limb prosthetics and orthotic devices, using its proprietary The RiseWay digital scanning and machining platform to serve Indian amputees via clinical fittings, outreach programs, and a government channel partnership.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Prosthetics and Orthotics

NAICS

Surgical Appliance and Supplies Manufacturing (339113)

SIC

Orthopedic, Prosthetic & Surgical Appliances & Supplies (3842)

akta.pro primary industry

3D-Printed & Patient-Specific Implants (Custom Ortho/Spine/Cranial) (HLAHAEAJ)

akta.pro secondary industries

Medical & Dental 3D Printing Services (patient-specific devices, dental labs) (IMAAADAG), Prosthetics/Orthotics Rehab & Amputee Rehabilitation (HSADAIAN)

Keywords

• Custom prosthetics
• Orthotic devices
• Assistive devices
• Digital fabrication
• Medical device manufacturing

Headquarters

HQ city

Bengaluru

HQ country

India

HQ region

Asia

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Custom Prosthetic Devices: Sale of custom-designed prosthetic legs and hands, including below-knee prostheses, above-knee prostheses with various finish options (Essential, Elegant), and upper limb prosthetics.
2. Custom Orthotic Devices: Sale of custom orthotic braces for legs, spine, and head including Ankle Foot Orthosis, Knee Ankle Foot Orthosis, spinal braces, cranial helmets, and specialized pediatric supports.
3. Continuing Rehabilitation Education (CRE): 2-3 day on-site training programs for medical professionals in measuring, scanning, and digitally modifying prosthetic and orthotic devices.
4. Experiential Learning Programs: Hands-on internships for engineering and management students from universities, providing practical experience in designing and developing assistive devices.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

Rise Bionics designs, manufactures, and fits custom prosthetics and orthotics for amputees and orthopedic patients. The company uses a proprietary digital fabrication process called 'The RiseWay' that combines 3D scanning, CNC machining, and 3D printing to create custom assistive devices—including below-knee and above-knee prostheses, below-elbow prosthetics, and a full range of orthotic braces for legs, spine, and head—with sub-millimeter accuracy. Devices are fitted at their Bengaluru clinic or at patient locations via portable scanning technology.

Product overview

Rise Bionics is a medical device company offering custom prosthetics and orthotics through its proprietary The RiseWay digital fabrication platform. The portfolio includes lower extremity prosthetics (Below Knee Prosthesis, Above Knee Prosthesis with bionic microprocessor joints and sports blades), upper extremity prosthetics (Below Elbow Prosthesis), and full-body orthotics (Knee Ankle Foot Orthosis in carbon fibre and polypropylene, Ankle Foot Orthosis, Foot Reaction Orthosis, Thoracic Lumbar Sacral Orthosis, Cranial Helmet, Functional Hand Splint). Special devices for cerebral palsy include Standing Frame, Special Chair, and Twin Device. The company also offers carbon fibre insoles and custom cosmetic finishes. All devices are designed for everyday comfort through sports performance, built using 3D scanning and digital machining with submillimeter accuracy.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Below Knee Prosthesis Custom-designed artificial leg for below-knee amputees, offering everyday comfort with digitally scanned and machined submillimeter accuracy fit. Available with Essential Finish cosmetic covers.
• Above Knee Prosthesis Custom-designed artificial leg for above-knee amputees, featuring bionic microprocessor joints and sports blades. Available with Elegant Finish cosmetic covers.
• Below Elbow Prosthesis Custom-designed artificial arm for below-elbow amputees with advanced joints offering fluid, natural arm movements for ease in everyday activities.
• Knee Ankle Foot Orthosis (KAFO) Full leg orthotic brace providing comprehensive support from knee to ankle. Available in carbon fibre and polypropylene variants, including articulated versions with drop lock knee joints.
• Ankle Foot Orthosis (AFO) Brace supporting the ankle and foot for stability and movement. Includes posterior leaf spring variants designed for both adults and children.
• Foot Reaction Orthosis Orthotic device designed for specific foot and ankle conditions requiring enhanced reaction support.
• Carbon Fibre Insole Premium carbon fibre insole, described as the only device of its kind available in India, offering lightweight durability and support.
• Supra Mallelio Orthosis Specialized orthotic device for specific ankle conditions.
• Carbon UCBL Custom carbon UCBL orthotic device for foot support and alignment.
• Thoracic Lumbar Sacral Orthosis Spinal brace providing stability, pain relief, and enhanced support for upper body mobility. Custom upper body spinal orthotics.
• Cranial Helmet Custom cranial brace designed for head protection and correction.
• Functional Hand Splint Arm orthotic support designed for hand and wrist conditions, offering fluid natural arm movements for everyday activities.
• Standing Frame Custom standing support device for children with cerebral palsy, enabling upright positioning and mobility assistance.
• Special Chair Custom sitting support frame designed for children with cerebral palsy to enhance mobility and comfort.
• Twin Device Custom twin-device support system for children with cerebral palsy, available in both sitting and standing frame configurations.
• Continuing Rehabilitation Education (CRE) 2-3 day on-site training programs for medical professionals in measuring, scanning, and digitally modifying prosthetic and orthotic devices.

Quantifiable outcome

• 3500+ children helped through 'Help a Child Walk' initiative
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers4 records

Segments6 records

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature5 records

Partnerships

Twelve partnerships are on record, tiered minor and core.

• Institute of Public HealthminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartner organization involved in Rise Bionics' community outreach and experiential learning programs for students.
• Centrum FoundationminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerCSR partner supporting Rise Bionics' initiatives to provide assistive devices to underserved communities.
• ALIMCOcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerArtificial Limbs Manufacturing Corporation of India - a government enterprise that manufactures assistive devices. Key partnership for expanding reach and government collaborations.
• Adventures Beyond BarriersminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerOrganization focused on inclusive adventures and outdoor activities. Partnership brings experiential learning opportunities and promotes inclusive sports.
• Bangalore Baptist HospitalcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerHealthcare provider partnership for patient referrals and collaborative healthcare delivery in Bengaluru.
• Indian Institute of Technology Madras (IIT Madras)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerAcademic institution where Arun Cherian delivered guest lectures. Partnership for research collaboration, guest lectures, and academic engagement.
• AXA Hearts in Action CSR InitiativeminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerCorporate social responsibility initiative by AXA that supports Rise Bionics' programs to provide assistive devices to those in need.
• International Committee of the Red CrosscoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerArun Cherian serves as a consultant for ICRC, providing expertise in prosthetics and assistive devices for global health applications.
• Hospitals and ClinicscoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorHealthcare providers who partner with Rise Bionics to offer advanced prosthetic and orthotic solutions to their patients, enhancing patient care and outcomes.
• Rehabilitation CenterscoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorRehabilitation facilities that refer patients to Rise Bionics and integrate the company's devices into patient recovery programs.
• Orthopaedic SpecialistscoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorMedical specialists who prescribe and recommend Rise Bionics' devices to patients requiring orthotic or prosthetic solutions.
• Government Health ProgramscoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorGovernment-funded healthcare initiatives that partner with Rise Bionics to provide affordable assistive devices to beneficiaries.

Scale indicators6 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Broad incumbents

• Hanger, Inc. Large US-based provider of orthotic and prosthetic patient care services with hundreds of clinics. Comparable service-delivery model to Rise Bionics' clinic-plus-digital-fabrication approach at much greater scale.
• Ottobock: Global German market leader in prosthetics, orthotics, and bionic joints. Represents the high-end of the market Rise Bionics benchmarks against on quality and the global alternative its affordability pitch is built to undercut.
• Ossur: Iceland-based global leader in non-invasive orthopaedics including prosthetics, braces, and supports. Comparable product breadth (lower-limb prosthetics, spinal orthoses) with substantially larger R&D and distribution — relevant competitor for premium tiers Rise Bionics could expand into.

Regional players

• Mobility India: India-based NGO providing rehabilitation aids, prosthetics, orthotics, and assistive devices with focus on underserved populations. Direct comparable peer in Indian O&P service delivery and community outreach model.

Direct peers

• Fillauer: US-based manufacturer specializing in prosthetic and orthotic components including feet, knees, and upper-limb devices. Closely comparable component-level focus on custom prosthetic hardware for amputees.
• WillowWood Global: US-based manufacturer of prosthetic liners, sockets, and components with focus on custom-fit solutions. Comparable custom prosthetic manufacturer addressing amputees with similar materials technology focus.
• Bhagwan Mahaveer Viklang Sahayata Samiti (Jaipur Foot): India's most famous charitable prosthetic provider, distributing free/low-cost artificial limbs nationwide since 1975. Directly competes for the same price-sensitive amputee segment Rise Bionics targets, with deep hospital partnerships and unmatched brand recognition.
• Blatchford Group: UK-based manufacturer of lower-limb prosthetics including microprocessor-controlled knees and custom sockets. Directly comparable custom prosthetic manufacturing expertise, particularly relevant for Rise Bionics' Above Knee Prosthesis with bionic microprocessor joints.
• Artificial Limbs Manufacturing Corporation of India (ALIMCO): Government of India enterprise manufacturing and distributing prosthetic and orthotic devices across the country. Rise Bionics already has a 'core' partnership with ALIMCO, making it the most direct Indian peer in product, customer, and channel.

Emerging players

• Standard Cyborg: US-based digital scanning and 3D printing startup for custom orthotics and prosthetics. Uses handheld 3D scanning + 3D printing for personalized medical devices — the closest emerging competitor to Rise Bionics' The RiseWay methodology.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance2 records

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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