Point Designs LLC
Heavy-duty, functional upper limb prosthetic devices that feature a heavy-duty ratcheting mechanism that was developed to improve the independence of patients who have lost one or more fingers or a thumb.
The University of Colorado Connection
Point Designs is a pioneering medical device company specializing in high-strength, 3D-printed titanium prosthetic fingers for people with partial hand amputations. Ìý(¶¶ÒõÂÃÐÐÉä Boulder Paul M. Rady Mechanical Engineering),ÌýÌý(alum: ¶¶ÒõÂÃÐÐÉä Boulder Paul M. Rady Mechanical Engineering), Ìý(alum: ¶¶ÒõÂÃÐÐÉä Boulder Paul M. Rady Mechanical Engineering) and Richard Weir (), founded the company in 2016 to commercialize prosthetic technology produced in the ¶¶ÒõÂÃÐÐÉä Biomechatronics Development Laboratory on the ¶¶ÒõÂÃÐÐÉä Anschutz Medical Campus. Point Designs integrates advanced engineering with clinical insight to create rugged, ratcheting prostheses that restore function and independence. The product lineup includes the Point Digit, Point Partial, Point Thumb, and Point Pivot+. All products feature anatomically accurate flexion, touchscreen-compatible fingertip pads, and load capacities up to 150 lbs., enabling users to perform tasks ranging from delicate manipulation to heavy-duty labor.
In addition to the products division, the Point Designs clinical services team provides expert fabrication and alignment consultations while actively supporting a community of ambassadors who exemplify the strength and durability of Point Designs products and services.
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Funding Status and Investment Opportunities
- Industry Applications: Hardware and Instrumentation, Robotics, Sensors, Health and Wellness, Medical Devices
- Funding Stage: Seed Round
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In the News
- ¶¶ÒõÂÃÐÐÉä Boulder startup Point Designs announces major prosthetics partnership (2025)
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