Dynamic Healthcare M&A Database

Acquiring Party	dj Orthopedics, Inc. (DJO), a manufacturer of regeneration products for non-operative orthopedic and spine markets.
Transferring Party	Aircast, Inc., a manufacturer of bracing products for non-operative orthopedic, spine and vascular markets.
Sector	Medical Devices
Date	April 10, 2006
Analysis Fortifies dj's presence with orthopedic surgeons and other providers by adding Aircast's strong ankle and vascular brands. Expands dj's distribution internationally where Aircast derives a third of its sales. Tailwind Capital sells Aircast for $290m cash; Aircast revenue and EBITDA were $96.8m (3x) and $24.4m (12x) respectively.
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Dynamic Healthcare M&A Database - 2Q06