Ortholutions Orthopedic Fabrication Service

What Ortholutions Orthopedic Fabrication Service does

neja GmbH & Co. KG (formerly Ortholutions, rebranded 2023) is a German custom orthopaedic manufacturer founded in 2001 and headquartered in Rosenheim, with registration in Traunstein. The company designs, fabricates, and distributes patient-specific orthoses and braces across multiple body regions — spine, skull, upper and lower extremities, and foot — addressing conditions including idiopathic and neuromuscular scoliosis, infant cranial deformities (plagiocephaly, brachycephaly, scaphocephaly), adult degenerative spinal disease, epilepsy-related fall risk, post-kraniectomy protection, and foot malposition. Its flagship Scolio RSC (Rigo System Chéneau) brace was co-developed with named scoliosis experts Dr. Manuel Rigo and Dr. Mina Jelačić and is supported by four registered trademarks and a granted patent on its manufacturing process.

Manufacturing combines proprietary CAD design workflows, 7-axis robotic milling of thermoplastics (operational since 2005/2015, per conflicting source dates), and additive manufacturing introduced in 2020 using FDM and SLS printing — including gyroid-infilled structures for protective helmets validated by TÜV Süd. The full product portfolio is EU MDR 2017/745 compliant. The company operates a hybrid B2B/B2C go-to-market model: direct consultation and fitting at the Rosenheim headquarters; a three-tier global expert network of 58 certified centers across 24+ countries; an e-commerce storefront at shop.neja.com for education bundles and accessories; and a dedicated DACH field sales representative (David Lindauer). Revenue streams include one-time device sales (helmet therapy priced €1,500–€3,000), fabrication services for external orthopaedic partners, custom orthopaedic design work, and recurring education and training revenue from scoliosis seminars, masterclasses, and on-demand video bundles.

Name

Ortholutions Orthopedic Fabrication Service

Legal name

neja GmbH & Co. KG

Website

https://neja.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2001

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

neja GmbH & Co. KG (formerly Ortholutions) is a German custom orthopaedic manufacturer founded in 2001, producing patient-specific scoliosis braces, cranial orthoses, protective helmets, and limb orthoses using CAD design, 7-axis milling, and 3D printing for patients and clinicians across 24+ countries via 58 expert centers.

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 (Spinal/Lower/Upper Extremity Orthoses) (HLAHAEAI)

akta.pro secondary industries

Orthotics & Bracing (AFO/KAFO, Spinal, Soft Goods Supports) (HLAHAMAC), Prosthetics, Orthotics & Bracing (POB) (HSABAKAG)

Keywords

• Orthopaedic fabrication services
• Custom orthoses manufacturing
• Scoliosis bracing systems
• Cranial orthosis therapy
• Medical device fabrication

Headquarters

HQ city

Rosenheim

HQ country

Germany

HQ region

Europe

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B and B2C

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Custom Orthopaedic Products: Sale of custom-made orthoses and braces including scolio RSC braces, neuro braces, cranial orthoses (CranioCare), protective helmets (EpiPro, EpiPro Active), and orthopaedic insoles. Products are individually fabricated based on patient measurements and 3D scans.
2. Service Fabrication: Service manufacturing for external partners who need orthopaedic product fabrication support.
3. Education and Training: Scoliosis education seminars including intensive seminars, masterclasses, and physiotherapy specialization courses. On-demand video education packages (Starter, Advanced, Extended bundles) sold through shop.
4. Orthopaedic Design Services: Custom design and development of specialized orthopaedic solutions for unique patient requirements, often in collaboration with healthcare partners.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

neja (formerly Ortholutions) is a German orthopaedic manufacturer producing custom-fabricated orthoses and braces for patients and healthcare professionals. Core offerings include the proprietary Scolio RSC Brace for idiopathic scoliosis, CranioCare infant cranial orthosis, neuro Brace for neuromuscular scoliosis, scolio adult Brace for degenerative spine conditions, EpiPro protective helmets for epilepsy patients, and a broad portfolio of head, trunk, arm/hand, and leg/foot orthoses plus custom insoles. Products are individually manufactured using CAD technology, 7-axis robotic milling, and additive manufacturing/3D printing processes, complemented by service fabrication, orthopaedic design services, and professional scoliosis education programmes.

Product overview

neja is an orthopaedic manufacturer offering a comprehensive portfolio of custom-made orthoses and braces for various body regions and conditions. The core product line includes the Scolio RSC Brace (proprietary scoliosis treatment), CranioCare (infant cranial orthosis), neuro Brace (neuromuscular scoliosis), scolio adult Brace (degenerative spinal conditions), and specialized protective helmets (EpiPro, EpiPro Active). Additional products cover head, trunk, arm & hand, leg & foot orthoses, positioning products, and orthopaedic insoles. Services include Orthopaedic Design (custom CAD-based design), Service Fabrication for partners, and Scoliosis Education programs. The company operates a global Expert Network of 58+ centers and provides workshops. Products are manufactured using CAD technology, 3D scanning, additive manufacturing (3D printing), and 7-axis milling. The portfolio spans from pediatric to adult patients, addressing conditions including scoliosis, cranial deformities, neurological disorders, degenerative spinal diseases, and foot malpositions.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Scolio RSC Brace Proprietary scoliosis brace based on Rigo-Chêneau principles for correction of idiopathic scoliosis during growth phases, custom-manufactured using patented processes and neja CAD technology.
• CranioCare

Quantifiable outcome

• 75% pain reduction in adult scoliosis patients treated with scolio adult brace (scientifically proven in 2014 study)
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers2 records

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature6 records

Partnerships

Five partnerships are on record, tiered core.

• Paul Schulze GmbHcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorLong-standing partner in the expert network using RSC brace system for scoliosis treatment. Specializes in orthopaedic technology and bandaging solutions. Located in Berlin, Germany.
• Taygon MedicalcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorMedical distribution partner providing neja braces to patients. Praised for high quality, professional service, and advanced system that delivers best patient outcomes.
• Dr. Manuel RigocoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerMedical advisor and co-developer of the RSC brace system. Provides ongoing medical guidance and refinement based on latest scientific findings. Lecturing at education seminars.
• Dr. Mina JelačićcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerMedical consultant who accompanied brace development from medical perspective. Former assistant to Dr. Manuel Rigo. Scoliosis expert supporting product development and research, and lecturer at masterclass seminars.
• Healthcare Partners (Various)coreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorNetwork of 58 global expert centers certified in RSC brace treatment. Includes orthopaedic technicians, physiotherapists, physicians, and clinics across Europe, Asia, Africa, Middle East, Americas, and Australia.

Scale indicators4 records

Recent moves7 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Broad incumbents

• Ottobock: Global leader in prosthetics and orthotics headquartered in Germany. While far larger and broader, Ottobock directly competes in custom orthoses and spinal bracing, and represents the scaled incumbent against which neja's specialist positioning is defined.
• Enovis (DJO Global): US-headquartered orthopedic devices company offering bracing, recovery, and surgical implants. Its DonJoy and similar brands overlap with neja's spinal and extremity orthosis offerings through a much wider global commercial footprint.
• Össur: Icelandic global leader in prosthetics and non-invasive orthopedics. Össur's orthopedic bracing and spinal product lines directly compete with neja in select markets, though at a much larger scale and broader portfolio.

Direct peers

• Bauerfeind: German manufacturer of orthopedic braces, supports, and compression stockings with a similar B2B/B2C orthopedic technology model. Closely comparable product portfolio (spinal braces, joint orthoses) and German heritage make it the most direct peer for neja.
• Aspen Medical Products: US-based manufacturer specializing in spinal bracing and orthopedic supports. Directly comparable in cervical and spinal orthosis categories and in the hybrid B2B/B2C model of supplying clinicians who fit patients.
• Thuasne: French orthopedic devices manufacturer offering braces, orthoses, and supports for spine, upper, and lower extremities. Overlapping product categories and similar B2B/B2C distribution through orthopedic technician networks position Thuasne as a direct peer.
• Spinal Technology Inc. Specialized US manufacturer of custom spinal orthoses including scoliosis bracing (Boston Scoliosis Brace). Highly comparable niche focus on scoliosis bracing, making it a direct competitor in the international scoliosis treatment market.
• medi: German medical device company focused on orthopedic bracing, compression therapy, and foot care. Highly comparable product mix (spinal orthoses, ankle/foot orthoses) and German manufacturing heritage make it a strong direct peer.
• Trulife: Specialized orthopedic manufacturer producing spinal orthoses, custom braces, and rehabilitation products. Comparable in scale, custom-manufacturing approach, and distribution through orthotic professionals worldwide.
• Fillauer: US manufacturer of prosthetics and orthotic components including spinal and lower extremity orthoses. Comparable custom orthotic manufacturing model with international distribution to certified clinicians.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat6 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/ortholutions

Compliance1 record

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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