Vero Ankle is a surgeon-designed medical-device company known for its ankle brace, developed by orthopedic foot and ankle specialists with more than 100 years of combined clinical experience. The brace is made for people recovering from ankle injuries or seeking support while staying active, with a flexible design that can adapt as recovery progresses.
DARCO InternationalSince Dr. H. Darrel Darby founded DARCO International in 1985, the Huntington, West Virginia, company has carried a podiatrist’s practical perspective into the design of medical devices for foot and ankle care. Best known for its early semi-rigid post-operative shoe, DARCO now serves clinicians and patients around the world through offices across several continents, while supporting podiatric education and community partnerships. Its quality systems include ISO 9001 and ISO 13485 certifications.HUNTINGTON, WV
Doctor in the HouseFounded by board-certified orthopedic surgeon Dr. Scott Fried, Doctor in the House is a Blue Bell medical-device company built around his surgery-as-a-last-resort approach to orthopedic care. The company develops medical-grade braces for clinicians and individuals, drawing on Dr. Fried’s experience treating thousands of patients with complex nerve problems to support recovery without surgery. It also extends that work through patient education, including self-help books on non-surgical healing.BLUE BELL, PA
Copper FitCopper Fit develops compression wear and support products designed to help people stay active, feel better, and recover from everyday soreness. Its technology-focused line includes copper-infused fabrics, moisture-wicking materials, and targeted designs such as the X-Back brace, a Class I medical device with adjustable compression straps and flexible stabilizers. Orthopedic surgeon Struan Coleman, MD, PhD, guides the brand’s medical research and product innovation.BIRDSBORO, PA
Paradigm Bracing SolutionsParadigm Bracing Solutions makes universally sized orthopedic braces for spinal, knee and extremity care, with designs that emphasize low profiles, adjustable support and straightforward clinical use. Its product line includes PDAC-approved orthoses such as the Atlas back brace, which pairs a heat-moldable posterior panel with a rigid anterior plate, and the ambidextrous Nano wrist brace with an adjustable range-of-motion hinge.ALLENTOWN, PA