Spring Medical

What Spring Medical does

Spring Medical is a German medical compression stocking brand operating as a Zweigniederlassung (branch) of Ofa Bamberg GmbH, a Bamberg-based medical device manufacturer. Its core product is a portfolio of prescription medical compression stockings in compression classes 1-3, spanning ready-to-wear series sizes and made-to-measure configurations in knee-high, thigh-high, and pantyhose variants. The portfolio is organized into three primary lines—Spring® fino (modern microfiber), Spring® classico (durable fine-mesh), and Spring® vigento (cotton-blend, thermoregulating)—with sub-brands SKYSOCKS and YOURSPRING extending the range. Underlying technology is two-way stretch (längs- und querelastisch) graduated compression, with cross-elasticity enabling donning and longitudinal elasticity compensating for minor leg-length differences; pressure is precisely defined at specific points on the leg and decreases continuously from ankle to thigh to support venous valve closure and blood return.

The business model is hardware sales of prescription medical devices sold exclusively through specialist retailers—pharmacies (Apotheken) and medical supply stores (Sanitätshäuser)—with distribution handled by BELSANA Medizinische Erzeugnisse, the pharmacy-channel subsidiary of Ofa Bamberg GmbH. Go-to-market is channel-partner driven, supported by intensive specialist-retailer training programs to enable personalized patient fitting, and by website content covering product selection, donning, and care. End customers are individual patients with diagnosed venous conditions (venous insufficiency, varicose veins, related circulatory disorders), with products typically reimbursed through statutory health insurance when physician-prescribed. The company maintains six employees focused on brand, marketing content, and retailer training, with managing directors Dr. Fabian Bohnen and Stephan Börner holding authorized signatory authority. Operations are DACH-focused (Germany), with no disclosed international footprint.

Name

Spring Medical

Legal name

BELSANA Medizinische Erzeugnisse, Zweigniederlassung der Ofa Bamberg GmbH

Website

https://spring-medical.de

Company type

Private

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

Spring Medical is a German brand of prescription medical compression stockings (classes 1-3) under Ofa Bamberg GmbH, serving venous-condition patients via pharmacies and medical supply stores through sister-distributor BELSANA.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Medical Compression Therapy / Medical Devices

NAICS

Surgical Appliance and Supplies Manufacturing (339113)

SIC

Orthopedic, Prosthetic & Surgical Appliances & Supplies (3842)

akta.pro primary industry

Compression Therapy for Venous/Lymphedema (Bandages, Wraps, Garments) (HLAHALAF)

akta.pro secondary industry

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

Keywords

• Medical compression stockings
• Venous disease therapy
• Medical compression garments
• Graduated compression therapy
• Orthopedic hosiery

Headquarters

HQ city

Bamberg

HQ country

Germany

HQ region

Europe

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Medical Compression Stockings: Sale of prescription medical compression stockings (Spring fino, classico, vigento) in compression classes 1-3. Available as ready-to-wear (series/mass production) and custom-made (made-to-measure) configurations. Distributed through pharmacies and medical supply stores.

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels2 records

Marketing channels2 records

Core offering

Spring Medical manufactures and distributes prescription medical compression stockings under three product lines — Spring fino (microfiber), Spring classico (durable fine-mesh), and Spring vigento (cotton-blend with thermoregulating properties). Products are available in compression classes 1–3, in knee-high, thigh-high, and pantyhose variants, in both ready-to-wear and custom-made configurations, and are prescribed by physicians for diagnosed venous conditions.

Product overview

Spring Medical is a medical compression stocking company offering a portfolio of three distinct compression stocking product lines: Spring® fino (modern microfiber), Spring® classico (durable proven design), and Spring® vigento (cotton-blend with thermoregulation). The company produces medical compression stockings in compression classes 1-3, available in knee-high (Kniestrumpf A-D), thigh-high (Schenkelstrumpf A-G), and pantyhose (Strumpfhose A-T) variants, as well as custom measurements. Spring® medical is a brand of Ofa Bamberg GmbH, distributed through BELSANA medical products channel.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Spring® fino: Modern microfiber compression stocking with breathable, soft, and comfortable properties.
• Spring® classico
• Spring® vigento
• SKYSOCKS
• YOURSPRING

Products and services

• Spring® fino Modern microfiber medical compression stocking with breathable properties, soft grip, and fine stocking optics for aesthetically pleasing wear. Available in compression classes 1–3 as knee-high, thigh-high, pantyhose, and maternity pantyhose variants, with open or closed toe and various gripper-band options, in both ready-to-wear and custom-made configurations. Prescribed by physicians for diagnosed venous conditions and fitted by specialist retailers at pharmacies and medical supply stores.
• Spring® classico Durable, fine-mesh medical compression stocking with proven long-lasting quality and understated appearance for daily wear. Available in compression classes 1–3 across knee-high, thigh-high, pantyhose, and maternity pantyhose variants, with open or closed toe and gripper-band options, including +X extended sizes for larger calves or thighs. Prescribed by physicians for diagnosed venous conditions and dispensed through pharmacies and medical supply stores.
• Spring® vigento Cotton-blend medical compression stocking with thermoregulating properties and form-stable material, combining modern knitting technology with natural cotton fibers for effective compression therapy. Available in compression classes 1–3 across knee-high, thigh-high, pantyhose, and maternity pantyhose variants. Prescribed by physicians for diagnosed venous conditions and dispensed through pharmacies and medical supply stores.
• SKYSOCKS Product line offered under the Spring Medical brand.
• YOURSPRING Product line offered under the Spring Medical brand.

Segments1 record

Ideal customer profiles1 record

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

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AI maturity

App detail

Feature4 records

Partnerships

Two partnerships are on record, tiered core.

• Ofa Bamberg GmbHcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerSpring Medical is a brand of Ofa Bamberg GmbH. Ofa Bamberg is a German medical device manufacturer specializing in compression therapy and medical stockings. Spring Medical operates as a subsidiary/brand under this parent company.
• BELSANA Medizinische ErzeugnissecoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorBELSANA is a subsidiary of Ofa Bamberg GmbH handling sales distribution for pharmacies (Apothekenvertrieb). BELSANA manages the distribution channel for Spring Medical products to pharmacy partners across Germany.

Scale indicators1 record

Recent moves5 records

Expansion highlights3 records

Direct peers

• Venosan: Compression therapy brand offering medical compression stockings for venous conditions. Comparable in product category and target patient population, with established European distribution.
• medi GmbH: German medical device company offering medical compression stockings (medi mediven) and related compression therapy products. Direct competitor in the German compression therapy market with overlapping product lines and channels.
• Sigvaris: Swiss global leader in medical compression stockings with comparable graduated-pressure product lines and pharmacy/medical retailer distribution. Directly competes with Spring Medical in compression therapy for venous conditions.
• Salzmann Medico: Swiss medical compression stocking manufacturer with comparable prescription-grade products for venous therapy. Direct competitor in the European compression therapy market.
• Thuasne: French medical device company producing medical compression stockings and orthopedic solutions. Comparable in product category and pharmacy/medical retailer distribution model.
• Juzo: German manufacturer specializing in compression therapy products including medical compression stockings. Direct competitor in the German DACH market with comparable prescription-grade offerings.
• JOBST (Essity): Global compression therapy brand owned by Essity, offering medical compression hosiery for venous conditions. Direct competitor with broader international reach and established physician relationships.
• Bauerfeind: German manufacturer of medical compression stockings and orthopedic braces. Direct competitor in the German and European compression therapy market with comparable prescription-based distribution.

Emerging players

• Gloria Med: Medical compression stockings manufacturer with growing presence in European and global markets. Comparable in product category though typically positioned at varying price points.

Broad incumbents

• Ofa Bamberg GmbH: Parent company of Spring Medical; German medical device manufacturer specializing in compression therapy and medical stockings with a broader product portfolio than Spring Medical alone.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat3 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/spring-medical

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles2 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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