The United States is one of the largest suppliers of orthopedic and support devices. The aging population and the rise of orthopedic disorders might be the reasons for such demand.
With it, many entrepreneurs wanted to enter and try their luck in the market. However, established companies dominated the industry for years with their high-quality and innovative products.
I listed the top 10 Medical Brace Companies in the US. I discussed their offerings and what makes them extraordinary from others.
Now, let us get to know each of them.
Breg, Inc.
Location:Carlsbad, California
Company type:Manufacturing
Year founded:1989
The number of employees:1,001 – 5,000
Main product: Orthopedic Braces for Knees, Hips, Shoulders, Fracture, Wrists, Feet, Ankle, and Spines
Other products:Cold Therapy, DVT Prophylaxis, Canes, Crutches, Walkers
(Source: Breg, Inc.)
Breg, Inc. cemented its place as one of the top medical braces suppliers in the market thanks to its more than 30 years of experience in the industry. I placed them on the list for constantly challenging times and improving its products.
Its products help mold the future of sports medicine. Breg, Inc. provides high-quality sports medicine product that caters even to orthopedic patients.
After establishing its name in the orthopedic field, Berg, Inc. slowly introduced new products and services, such as Cold Therapy and DVT Prophylaxis.
Breg, Inc. has proven its influence, distributing its products outside the United States to more than 36 countries.
DeRoyal Industries
Location:Powell, Tennessee
Company type:Manufacturing
Year founded:1973
The number of employees:1,001 – 5,000
Main product: Orthopedic Support and Bracing for Spine, Ankle, Knee, Elbow, Shoulder, and Fracture
Other products:Surgical Devices, Utilized Delivery System, Inventory Management, Wound Care Dressing
(Source: DeRoyal Industries)
DeRoyal Industries started four decades ago with a commitment to manufacturing medical devices to improve the health of its customers. Now, it opened 20 facilities in five countries, manufacturing medical braces and supplies to continue what it started.
I included DeRoyal Industries in the list for being a leader in the industry, having nearly 100 patents and 25,000 products. Scrolling through their orthopedic braces alone, you will see many choices that fit your need.
Enovis (Formerly known as Colfax)
Location: Wilmington, Delaware
Company type: Manufacturing
Year founded: 1995
The number of employees: 5,001 – 10,000
Main product: Orthopedic Support and Bracing for Knee, Ligament, Ankle, Spine, Hips, and Elbow
Other products: Surgical Implants, Complex Muscle Stimulation, Bone Growth Stimulation, Chattanooga Rehabilitation, Footcare Solutions
(Source: Enovis)
After almost 30 years in the industry, Colfax rebranded itself to Enovis in 2022. However, it maintained its promise to manufacture great medical technologies and solutions.
I gave Enovis a spot on the list for its proactive approach to making medical braces and solutions. It partners with medical practitioners to ensure the effectiveness of its products.
At the same time, Enovis designed its products to complement active lifestyles even with orthopedic braces.
Bauerfeind
Location: Atlanta, Georgia
Company type: Manufacturing
Year founded: 1929
The number of employees: 1,001 – 5,000
Main product: Orthopedic Braces for Knees, Ankles, and Back
Other products: Medical Equipment, Compression Sport Socks, Shoe Insoles, Compression Hosiery
(Source: Bauerfeind)
I definitely believe Bauerfeind deserves a place on the list. The company has been in operation for almost a century but is still competing with other newer companies.
Bauerfeind believes that motion is life. So, it manufactures orthopedic braces that can make any patient stay active. Bauerfeind also showed interest in supporting athletes that they became the official supplier to the German Olympic Team in 2001.
Advanced Orthopaedics, Inc.
Location: Harleysville, Pennsylvania
Company type: Manufacturing
Year founded: 1994
The number of employees: 11 – 50
Main product: Orthopedic Braces for Fracture, Shoulder, Knees, Wrist, Elbow, Cervical, Spine, Abdominal, and Feet
Other products: Compression Hosiery, Therapeutic Aides
(Source: Advanced Orthopaedics, Inc.)
I added Advanced Orthopaedics as one of the top medical brace companies in the US for its specially engineered braces. I like how its products aim to accelerate healing while reducing your body’s recovery time.
Although it has a smaller manufacturing scale, Advanced Orthopaedics continues to produce carefully designed products to be at par with its peers.
McDavid
Location: Woodridge, Illinois
Company type: Manufacturing
Year founded: 1980
The number of employees: 201 – 500
Main product: Orthopedic Braces for Knee, Ankle, Back, Waist, Shoulder, Elbow, Wrist, Calf, and Shin
Other products: Padded Protection, Body Compression, Injury and Recovery Solutions, Apparel
(Source: McDavid)
McDavid dedicated itself to providing the best products and services to athletes or people with an active lifestyle. It ensures that its products will cater to the specific needs of athletes from different backgrounds.
What I like about McDavid is that its products are well-researched, like its ankle braces and protective apparel.
Hely & Weber Orthopedics
Location: Santa Paula, California
Company type: Manufacturing
Year founded: 1973
The number of employees: 51 – 200
Main product: Orthopedic Braces for Shoulder, Elbow, Wrist, Thumb, Back, Knee, Ankle, and Foot
Other products: Patella Tendonitis Straps
(Source: Hely & Weber)
I placed Hely & Weber on the list because it is one of the companies that entirely dedicated its manufacturing in making orthopedic braces. It creates exclusivity as it continues to design state-of-the-art products while ensuring its adaptability to the ever-changing needs of patients.
Hely & Weber even have a dedicated section of medical braces for children.
Thuasne USA
Location: Bakersfield, California
Company type: Manufacturing
Year founded: 1847
The number of employees: 201 – 500
Main product: Orthopedic Braces for Shoulder, Spine, Elbow, Wrist, Thumb, Knee, Foot, and Ankle
Other products: Accessories, Rehabilitation Splinting
(Source: Thuasne USA)
Technically, Thuasne USA is part of the Thuasne Group in France. However, it still manufactures orthopedic braces in the United States and acts as a global distributor of its products.
I included Thuasne USA on the list because of its idea that greater mobility means freedom. It is no question that Thuasner USA became one of the most respectable orthopedic manufacturers because of its expert engineering and custom fabrication technology.
Mueller Sports Medicine
Location: Prairie de Sac, Wisconsin
Company type: Manufacturing
Year founded: 1959
The number of employees: 51 – 200
Main product: Orthopedic Braces for Shoulder, Back, Elbow, Hand, Wrist, Thumb, Knee, and Ankle
Other products: Compression Sleeves and Support for Thigh, Shin, Calf, and Foot, Tapes, Wraps, Sports Accessories, Mouthguards
(Source: Mueller Sports Medicine)
Mueller Sports Medicine is a leader in the Sports Medicine industry thanks to its impeccably designed medical braces and sports accessories.
Great for athletes looking for an all-in-one stop shop for all their sports needs. Mueller Sports Medicine gave convenience to buyers and patients, making it of the top 10 medical brace companies.
Shenzhen Lynhealthtech Co., Ltd
Location: Shenzhen
Company type: Manufacturing
Year founded: 2017
The number of employees: 50
Main product: Orthopedic Braces for Elbow, Knee, Ankle, Back, Wrist, Foot and Neck
Other products: Back stretcher, Neck stretcher
The influence Lynhealthtech has on the market was the reason to place us on the US list. Great reputation and over five years of experience helped us achieve our goal. Being among the best means millions in sales but I also include great designs as one of the factors
The US has great potential and we provide services all over the world. I’m pleased to say that our orthopedic braces are high-quality and we have a lot of satisfied clients.
