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Amparo, a leading provider of direct-fit prosthetic sockets, has acquired Adapttech, a company renowned for its advancements in smart prosthetic technology. This acquisition marks a significant step in revolutionising prosthetic care, combining two complementary technologies to reshape the orthotics and prosthetics (O&P) industry.
The merger brings together Amparo’s expertise in direct-fit socket design and Adapttech’s innovative data-driven solutions, resulting in:
- Improved Patient Care – The combination of Amparo’s user-friendly sockets with Adapttech’s technology will enable faster prosthetic fittings and provide valuable insights into patient activity. Healthcare professionals will benefit from real-time data, allowing them to make more informed adjustments for enhanced prosthetic performance.
- Faster Innovation – With the joint expertise of both companies’ research and development teams, the collaboration will accelerate the creation of cutting-edge prosthetic solutions, advancing the O&P sector.
- Greater Global Impact – Amparo aims to extend its reach to more amputees around the world, focusing particularly on emerging markets where these advanced prosthetic solutions can have the most meaningful impact.
“This alliance unlocks incredible potential,” said Wesley Teerlink, CEO of Amparo. “We’re merging highly complementary technologies and building a powerhouse of innovation. The most exciting part is uniting our talented teams – I see a phenomenal future for the combined company.”
Frederico Carpinteiro, CEO of Adapttech, expressed his excitement about the partnership, saying: “We’re thrilled to join Amparo and its exceptional team. This deal presents tremendous growth opportunities and allows us to reach more people faster, significantly amplifying the impact of our technologies. I eagerly anticipate this new chapter and all it holds.”
Amparo will continue to provide its range of direct-fit prosthetic sockets, while its newly expanded product offering will include Adapttech’s Motio Functional Reports. This addition will empower patients with advanced, data-driven prosthetic care, further improving comfort, mobility, and overall well-being.
