Orthotics UK

What Orthotics UK does

Orthotics UK is a private orthotic service that delivers bespoke orthotic devices, rehabilitation robotics, and medico-legal orthotic reports to UK patients, case managers, solicitors, employers, and third-party funders. Operating from clinics in Manchester/Salford, Leeds, and Liverpool/Burscough with home, school, workplace, and sports-venue visit coverage across the UK, the firm provides immediate-access assessment and treatment as an alternative to NHS orthotic waiting lists. Its clinical scope spans ankle and foot orthotics (AFOs, Keeogo, TurboMed Xtern), knee and spinal bracing, KAFOs including C-Brace, upper-limb orthotics, Lycra compression garments, hernia supports, specialised footwear, plagiocephaly helmet therapy, FES (Bioness L300/L100, WalkAide), and a robotics clinic offering exoskeletons such as ReWalk, Ekso, Indego, Rex Bionics, Suit X, Agilik Smart Robotic KAFO, Mollii Suit, Carbonhand, and the FORTIS workplace exoskeleton. It also runs dedicated paediatric, sport and performance, spasticity, Apos Health, gait analysis, multidisciplinary, and second-opinion services.

The company manufactures bespoke devices via 3D scanning, plaster casting, and CAD, working with external partners for carbon fibre, silicone, thermoplastic, and other material options, and assesses biomechanics with video-based gait-analysis software. Multidisciplinary input from HCPC- and BAPO-registered orthotists, physiotherapists, occupational therapists, podiatrists, psychologists, and personal trainers underpins complex case management. Revenue is generated through one-time bespoke device sales paid in advance, finance plans (12-month 0% APR up to 60-month 7.9% APR for treatments above £500), direct billing to major UK private medical insurers, medico-legal expert witness and quantum reports under CPR Part 35 / PD 35, and third-party funding from military, CCG, local authority, sports, embassy, and charity sources. Customers reach the firm via self-referral, professional referral, online booking, phone, and direct case-manager/solicitor instruction.

Name

Orthotics UK

Legal name

Orthotics UK

Website

https://orthotics.co.uk

Company type

Private

Founded year

2010

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

Orthotics UK is a private orthotic service that provides bespoke orthotic devices, rehabilitation robotics, gait analysis, and medico-legal reports through clinics in Manchester, Leeds, and Liverpool, plus UK-wide home, school, and workplace visits.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Orthotic Services

NAICS

Offices of Podiatrists (621391)

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), General Orthopedics (HLAKALAA)

Keywords

• Custom orthotic services
• Bespoke orthotic devices
• Rehabilitation robotics
• Medico-legal reports
• Gait analysis services

Headquarters

HQ city

Salford

HQ country

United Kingdom

HQ region

Europe

Offices3 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B and B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Bespoke Orthotic Devices: One-time purchase of custom-made orthotic devices including AFOs, insoles, knee braces, spinal orthotics, specialised footwear, and other devices. Payment required in advance of initial assessment. Subsequent sessions invoiced monthly.
2. Finance Plans: Subsidised finance packages available. 12 months finance from 0% APR, extending to 60 months for 7.9% APR for treatments exceeding £500.
3. Private Health Insurance: Direct billing to major private medical insurers. Registered with all major private medical insurers.
4. Medico-Legal Reports: Expert witness and legal report services for solicitors and case managers including quantum reports, soft tissue injury reports, and expert witness testimony for medical negligence and criminal cases.
5. Third Party Funding: Services funded by military organisations, clinical commissioning groups, local authorities, sports teams, employers, embassies, and charities.
6. Clinic Services: Assessment, fitting, and review appointments. Free initial consultations and plagiocephaly screenings. Fitting appointments provided free of charge.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion3 records

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

Orthotics UK provides private orthotic assessments, designs and fits bespoke orthotic devices (AFOs, insoles, knee braces, spinal orthotics, Lycra orthoses, specialised footwear, FES, and plagiocephaly helmets), and delivers specialised treatment services including robotic rehabilitation, Apos Health, gait analysis, spasticity management, and medico-legal orthotic reports for solicitors. The company combines clinical consultation, 3D scanning, and bespoke manufacturing to deliver immediate-access, custom orthotic solutions through clinics in Manchester, Leeds, and Liverpool with UK-wide home visits.

Product overview

Orthotics UK is a private orthotics service providing immediate access to bespoke orthotic solutions. The company operates a multi-module service architecture comprising core orthotic product categories (ankle and foot orthotics, insoles, knee/spinal/hip/upper limb braces, lycra orthoses, head protection, hernia supports, specialised footwear) combined with specialized treatment services (Apos Health, robotics clinic, spasticity management, gait analysis, medico-legal services). Their portfolio includes branded devices like TurboMed Xtern for drop foot, FES devices (Bioness, WalkAide), robotic exoskeletons (C-Brace, Keeogo, ReWalk), and plagiocephaly treatment helmets. The company delivers these through clinics in Leeds, Liverpool, and Manchester with home visit capabilities, supported by multidisciplinary teams of orthotists, physiotherapists, occupational therapists, and podiatrists.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Bespoke Orthotics End-to-end bespoke orthotic service providing assessment, design, 3D scanning, manufacturing, fitting, and review of custom-made orthotic devices for individuals across the UK.
• Ankle and Foot Orthotics (AFO) Range of ankle and foot orthotics including AFOs, DAFOs, silicone AFOs, stability AFOs, foot drop AFOs, offloading AFOs, carbon fibre splints, and children's AFOs for alignment control and stability.
• Custom Insoles Custom-made insoles for treating foot problems including diabetic, functional foot orthoses, impact absorbing, sport, offloading, rheumatoid arthritis, and children's insoles.
• TurboMed Xtern Drop Foot Device External spring-like orthotic device for drop foot that attaches to footwear in three models: Classic+, Summit (25% lighter, 18% more assistive), and Frontier (frontal approach with magnetic calf strap).
• Knee Braces Knee braces including osteoarthritis braces, CTi carbon fibre braces, patella supports, protective braces, range-of-motion control braces, rehabilitation braces, Agilium Freestep, Rebound PCL, and Spring Loaded Technology braces.
• Specialised Footwear Bespoke and modular footwear including children's bespoke footwear, footwear for wheelchair users, sandals with built-in orthotics, custom slippers, sole adaptations, built-up shoes, and bespoke safety footwear.
• Spinal Orthotics Spinal support devices including back supports and scoliosis braces (rigid and dynamic) for scoliosis, herniated disc, fractures, arthritis, osteoporosis, and kyphosis.
• Knee Ankle Foot Orthoses (KAFO) Custom-made lower-limb orthotic devices including C-Brace (electronically controlled) and E-MAG Active (electromagnets for gait cycle control).
• Lycra Orthoses Compression garments including suits, vests, leggings, gloves, socks, arm gauntlets, shorts, shoulder orthoses, and spinal wraps for neurological, musculoskeletal, or postural conditions, including paediatric Lycra devices.
• Head and Face Protection Protective devices for head and face including bespoke face masks, protective helmets (stock and bespoke), Ribcap low-level impact protection, and custom helmets for craniotomy.
• Functional Electrical Stimulation (FES) FES devices for drop foot and lower limb weakness including Bioness L300 Go, Bioness L100 Go, and WalkAide 2 systems for muscle stimulation and improved walking.
• Plagiocephaly/Brachycephaly Treatment (KinderBand) Helmet therapy for flat head syndrome in babies aged 4-18 months. Custom-made helmets designed to reshape the head without pressure, using repositioning techniques.
• Apos Health Non-surgical treatment for knee, hip, and lower back pain involving specialist trainers with convex rubberised pods worn 1-2 hours daily for biomechanical redistribution and neuromuscular retraining.
• Robotics Clinic Robotic devices including C-Brace, Keeogo, Mollii Suit, Carbonhand, Ekso (EksoVest, EksoGT), FORTIS, Indego, ReWalk, Rex Bionics, Suit X (Phoenix), and Agilik Smart Robotic KAFO for rehabilitation and mobility assistance.
• Gait Analysis

Quantifiable outcome

• Apos Health: 83% of users report more than 50% pain reduction
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers7 records

Segments8 records

Ideal customer profiles6 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature7 records

Scale indicators3 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• Talar Made: UK manufacturer and distributor of orthotic devices including AFOs, KAFOs, and braces. Comparable as a designer and provider of orthotic devices to the UK clinical market.
• Peacocks Medical Group: UK provider of orthotic, prosthetic, and mobility services with clinical centre operations. Comparable as a multi-clinic orthotic service with manufacturing capability.
• Beagle Orthopaedic: UK orthotic and prosthetic provider offering bespoke devices and clinical services. Comparable on bespoke orthotic service model targeting private patients.
• The London Orthotic Consultancy: London-based private orthotics clinic delivering bespoke orthotic devices, paediatric orthotics, and gait analysis. Directly comparable on bespoke service model and clinical positioning.

Broad incumbents

• Össur UK: Global orthotics manufacturer offering braces, supports, and prosthetic devices with clinical distribution. Comparable as a provider of advanced orthotic solutions including knee braces and FES-adjacent products.
• Ottobock UK: Global leader in prosthetics and orthotics with UK clinical services including C-Brace — a device Orthotics UK prescribes. Comparable on advanced orthotic technology and clinical service model.
• Steeper Group: UK-based manufacturer and clinician of prosthetics and orthotics. Comparable as a UK orthotics provider with clinical service offerings and bespoke device manufacturing.
• Blatchford Group: UK-based manufacturer and provider of prosthetic and orthotic devices with clinical services. Comparable as a clinical orthotics provider with microprocessor and robotic device capabilities.
• Dorset Orthopaedic: UK private provider of orthotics, prosthetics, and silicone solutions with multiple clinic locations. Comparable as a private-pay orthotics service combining bespoke devices and clinical assessment.

Regional players

• Opcare (now part of Ability Matters): UK provider of prosthetics, orthotics, and specialist rehabilitation services. Comparable on multidisciplinary orthotic service delivery and rehabilitation focus.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 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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