Introduction:

Orthopedic orthotics market was valued at US$ 5.1 billion in 2024 and is projected to grow at a CAGR of 5.8% to reach US$ 9.0 billion by 2034.

Orthopedic orthotics, often simply referred to as orthotics, are specialized devices designed to support, correct, or improve the function of the musculoskeletal system, particularly the feet and lower limbs. These devices are commonly used to address issues related to foot alignment, gait abnormalities, and other biomechanical problems. Orthotic devices are typically prescribed by healthcare professionals such as podiatrists, orthopedic surgeons, or physical therapists. They are custom-made or prefabricated inserts that can be worn inside shoes to provide various benefits such as support, alignment, shock absorption, stability etc.

Orthotics can be made from a variety of materials, including foam, rubber, plastic, and carbon fiber, depending on the intended purpose and level of support required. It’s important for individuals considering orthotics to consult with a healthcare professional to determine the most appropriate type of orthotic device for their specific needs and to ensure proper fitting and effectiveness. Additionally, proper footwear selection and regular monitoring of the orthotic's effectiveness are crucial for optimal results.

Disclaimer: This data is only a representation. Actual data may vary and will be available in the report.

Orthopedic orthotics market Key Drivers:

Increasing incidence of musculoskeletal disorders

• The rising prevalence of musculoskeletal disorders, such as osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis, and diabetic neuropathy, contributes significantly to the demand for orthopedic orthotics. These devices help alleviate pain, improve mobility, and enhance the quality of life for individuals suffering from such conditions.
• According to WHO, Approximately 1.71 billion people have musculoskeletal conditions worldwide. Because of population growth and ageing, the number of people living with musculoskeletal conditions and associated functional limitations, is rapidly increasing. WHO is responding to the burden attributed to musculoskeletal conditions across a number of programmatic areas

Aging Population                              

• The global population is aging, leading to a higher incidence of age-related orthopedic conditions, including osteoarthritis and degenerative joint diseases. As elderly individuals seek solutions to maintain mobility and manage joint pain, the demand for orthopedic orthotics continues to grow boosting the orthopedic orthotics market.
• Aging leads to changes in foot structure and biomechanics, including decreased fat padding, loss of arch height, and reduced muscle strength. These changes can contribute to foot pain, plantar fasciitis, and other foot disorders, prompting older adults to seek orthotic interventions to improve comfort and stability while walking or standing.
• According to WHO, in 2020, the number of people aged 60 years and older outnumbered children younger than 5 years. Between 2015 and 2050, the proportion of the world's population over 60 years will nearly double from 12% to 22%.
• According to an article published in Tohoku Journal of Experimental Medicine in February 2016, approximately 23.1% of the Japanese population was aged greater than 65 years and 11.4% was aged >75 years at the end of 2010. By 2025, it is estimated that 30.5% of the population will be aged >65 years.

Rising Sports Injuries and Active Lifestyles

• The growing participation in sports and fitness activities has resulted in a higher incidence of sports-related injuries, such as plantar fasciitis. Athletes and active individuals often use orthopedic orthotics to prevent injuries, enhance performance, and facilitate recovery, driving market demand.

Orthopedic orthotics market Restrains:

High cost

• Orthopedic orthotics, especially custom-made devices, can be expensive. High costs may limit access to orthotic interventions for individuals with limited financial resources or inadequate insurance coverage, thereby reducing market penetration and thus might restrict the Orthopedic orthotics market
• For instance, according to a report by Tread labs, Custom orthotics run anywhere from $200 to $800, and also need to factor in other costs. This includes the associated office visits required to fabricate the orthotics as well as the cost to replace the top surfaces when they wear out. Resurfacing a pair of orthotic inserts can cost US$ 50 to US$ 100.

Orthopedic orthotics market Key Opportunities

Rising Demand for Personalized Solutions

• There is a growing demand for personalized orthopedic orthotics tailored to individual foot anatomy, biomechanical characteristics, and specific needs. Custom-made orthotics offer superior comfort, fit, and therapeutic benefits compared to off-the-shelf alternatives. Manufacturers and healthcare providers can capitalize on this opportunity by offering advanced 3D scanning technologies, digital modeling techniques, and customized fabrication processes to deliver personalized orthotic solutions.

Orthopedic orthotics market is segmented based on product, application, material, distribution and region.

Product Insight

• Upper-limb Orthotics: Upper-limb Orthotics tends to be fastest growing segment in Orthopedic orthotics market over the forecast period as it encompasses a wide range of devices designed to support, stabilize, or immobilize the upper extremities, including the shoulder, elbow, wrist, and hand. Upper limb orthopedic orthotics play a crucial role in rehabilitation, injury management, and functional restoration following upper limb injuries, surgeries, or musculoskeletal conditions.
• Lower-limb Orthotics: Lower-limb Orthotics segment contributes significantly in orthopedic orthotics market over the forecast period. They are designed to support, correct, or improve the function of the lower extremities, including the feet, ankles, knees, and hips.
• Spine Orthotics: Spine orthotics segment tends to dominate the Othopedic orthotics market over the forecast period and includes foot-related devices to include orthotics designed for various parts of the body, including the spine. Spine orthopedic orthotics, also known as spinal orthoses or braces, are specialized devices designed to support, stabilize, or immobilize the spine, providing relief from pain, promoting healing, and preventing further injury.

Application Insights

• Neuromuscular and Musculoskeletal Disorders: Neuromuscular and Musculoskeletal Disorders holds a significant position in the market over the forecast period as Orthopedic orthotics are extensively used in the management and treatment of various neuromuscular and musculoskeletal disorders such as Plantar fasciitis, Flat feet, ankle instability etc.
• Fractures: Fractures segment contribute significantly in orthopedic orthotics market over the forecast period. Orthopedic orthotics offer stability and protection to the fractured area, reducing the risk of complications such as displacement or secondary injuries. Orthotic devices, such as ankle braces or knee immobilizers, stabilize the affected joint or limb, preventing excessive movement and promoting safe healing.
• Sport Injuries: Sports injuries segment shows significant contribution in orthopedic orthotics over the forecast period. Orthopedic orthotics play a significant role in the prevention, management, and rehabilitation of sports injuries across various athletic disciplines.

For instance, In EU, sports injuries accounts for around 6.2 million people annually needing hospital treatment; 7% (402,000 cases) having to be admitted for further treatment.

Material Insights             

• Carbon fibres: carbon fibre segment tends to contribute significantly in orthopedic orthotics market over the forecast period. Carbon fiber-reinforced materials are increasingly being used in the manufacturing of orthopedic orthotics due to their unique properties and benefits such as strength, durability, customization and flexibility.
• Plastic: Plastic materials are commonly used in the manufacturing of orthopedic orthotics due to their versatility, affordability, and mold ability and thus contribute in orthopedic orthotics market over the forecast period. Polyethylene, polypropylene are majorly used.
• Metal: Metal segment in orthopedic orthotics market uses metals such as aluminum, titanium, or stainless steel and may be used in specific orthotic devices requiring high strength, rigidity, or adjustability.
• Rubber: Rubber is another material used in the manufacturing of orthopedic orthotics due to its unique properties, including flexibility, resilience, shock absorption, and cushioning and thus holds a significant share in growth of orthopedic orthotics market over the forecast period.

Distribution channel Insights:

• Hospital Pharmacies: Hospital Pharmacies holds dominate position in distribution owing to growth of orthopedic orthotics market over the forecast period. Hospitals serve as primary distribution channels for orthopedic orthotics, offering a wide range of orthotic devices to patients under the care of orthopedic surgeons, physiotherapists, and other healthcare professionals.
• Online Pharmacies: Online Pharmacies also holds a significant share in orthopedic orthotics market over the forecast period as they provide options to browse according to patients need and requirements allows them to compare and purchase orthotic devices online, benefiting from the convenience of doorstep delivery, product reviews, and online consultations with orthotic specialists.
• Footwear Retailer: Footwear retailers contribute a great share in orthopedic orthotics market over the forecast period. They represent over-the-counter (OTC) products such as shoe inserts and arch supports.
• Others: Other mode of distribution channel includes Specialty Orthotics and Prosthetics Centers, Orthopedic Device Manufacturers, Retail Pharmacies and Medical Supply Stores, etc.

Regional Insights:

Disclaimer: This data is only a representation. Actual data may vary and will be available in the report.

Orthopedic orthotics market Regional Insights

• North America market is estimated to witness a significantly high revenue share over the forecast period, owing to Increase in incidence of arthritis is one of the prime reasons for the rise in adoption of orthotic devices. For instance, according to the Arthritis Foundation, in the U.S., knee osteoarthritis (OA) increases every decade, mainly in the age group 55 and 64 years. In 2016, there were around 14 million individuals in the U.S. suffering with symptomatic knee osteoarthritis.
• Asia Pacific: Asia-Pacific exhibit the largest CAGR and holds a dominant position in orthopedic orthotics market. Regions offers lucrative growth opportunity for the market due to increase in healthcare expenditure, growth in geriatric population, and rise in incidence of population suffering from arthritis. Thus, the emerging economies such as China and India possess high market potential.
• Europe: Europe is another key region in the orthopedic orthotics market, characterized by a growing geriatric population, rising prevalence of musculoskeletal disorders, and favorable reimbursement policies for orthotic devices.
• Latin America: Latin America is emerging as a promising market for orthopedic orthotics, driven by factors such as improving healthcare infrastructure, rising awareness about orthopedic conditions, and increasing healthcare expenditure.
• Middle East & Africa: The Middle East and Africa region present opportunities for growth in the orthopedic orthotics market, driven by factors such as expanding healthcare infrastructure, increasing prevalence of orthopedic disorders, and rising investments in healthcare technology. Countries such as Saudi Arabia, the United Arab Emirates, South Africa, and Egypt are key markets in the region, with a growing focus on orthopedic rehabilitation and musculoskeletal care.

Report Scope:

Attribute	Details
Market Size 2024	US$ 5.1 billion
Projected Market Size 2034	US$ 9.0 billion
CAGR Growth Rate	5.8%
Base year for estimation	2023
Forecast period	2024 – 2034
Market representation	Revenue in USD Billion & CAGR from 2024 to 2034
Market Segmentation	By Product - Upper-limb Orthotics (Hand, Elbow, Wrist Orthotics, and Others), Lower-limb Orthotics (Knee Orthotics, Foot & Ankle Orthotics and Others), Spine Orthotics, and Others By Application -  Neuromuscular and Musculoskeletal Disorders, Fractures, Sport Injuries, and Others By Material - Carbon fibres, plastic, metal, rubber, and others By Distribution channel - Hospital Pharmacies, Online Pharmacies, Footwear Retailer, and Others
Regional scope	North America - U.S., Canada Europe - UK, Germany, Spain, France, Italy, Russia, Rest of Europe Asia Pacific - Japan, India, China, South Korea, Australia, Rest of Asia-Pacific Latin America - Brazil, Mexico, Argentina, Rest of Latin America Middle East & Africa - South Africa, Saudi Arabia, UAE, Rest of Middle East & Africa
Report coverage	Revenue forecast, company share, competitive landscape, growth factors, and trends

Segments Covered in the Report:

This report forecasts revenue growth at global, regional, and country levels and provides an analysis of the latest industry trends and opportunities in each of the sub-segments from 2024 to 2034. For the purpose of this study, has segmented the orthopedic orthotics market report based on product, application, material, distribution and region:

Orthopedic orthotics market, By Product:

• Upper-limb Orthotics
• Lower-limb Orthotics
• Spine Orthotics
• Others

Orthopedic orthotics market, By Application:

• Neuromuscular and Musculoskeletal Disorders
• Fractures
• Sport Injuries
• Others

Orthopedic orthotics market, By Material:

• Carbon fibres
• Plastic
• Metal
• Rubber
• Others

Orthopedic orthotics market, By Distribution channel:

• Hospital Pharmacies
• Online Pharmacies
• Footwear Retailer
• Others

Orthopedic orthotics market, By Region:

• North America
  • U.S.
  • Canada
• Europe
  • Germany
  • UK
  • France
  • Russia
  • Italy
  • Rest of Europe
• Asia Pacific
  • China
  • India
  • Japan
  • South Korea
  • Rest of Asia Pacific
• Latin America
  • Brazil
  • Mexico
  • Rest of Latin America
• Middle East & Africa
  • GCC
  • Israel
  • South Africa
  • Rest of Middle East & Africa

The key players operating the Orthopedic orthotics market includes, Hanger, Inc., DJO Global, Inc., Ossur Corporate, Ottobock SE & Co. KGaA, Fillauer LLC, Basko Healthcare, Bauerfeind AG, Breg, Inc., BSN medical, and DeRoyal Industries, Inc.

Recent Development:

• In Januray 2024, Tynor Orthotics Private Limited, a leading orthopedics manufacturer, announced that it has opened one of its biggest manufacturing facilities in Mohali, Punjab. This state-of-the-art facility spans 240,000 sq ft. and is set to create a new benchmark in manufacturing of orthopedic appliances owing to the facility being fully equipped with the latest technology in terms of machines, processes, and infrastructure, aiming to revolutionize the orthopedic and healthcare space of India.
• In May 2023, Hackensack Meridian Health, New Jersey’s largest and most comprehensive health network, announced that nationally recognized orthopedic surgeons are partnering with the network to launch Orthopedic Specialists of New Jersey. With physicians already well-established in the community, the new practice will offer the same renowned, personalized, convenient care to patients across northern New Jersey.
• In August 2023, Blumaka, a global innovator in performance insoles, is expanding its product line to add Low Profile and Arch Support models of its popular Konnect and Comfort insoles. The Comfort line is designed with active, hardworking people in mind. Comfort insoles provide long-lasting cushioning and protection from shock and pounding, feature an antimicrobial top cover for added protection, and are favorites among professionals in the healthcare and service industries

• Hanger, Inc.*
  • Company Overview
  • Product Portfolio
  • Key Highlights
  • Financial Performance
  • Business Strategies
• DJO Global, Inc.
• Ossur Corporate
• Ottobock SE & Co. KGaA
• Fillauer LLC
• Basko Healthcare
• Bauerfeind AG
• Breg, Inc.
• BSN medical
• DeRoyal Industries, Inc.

“*” marked represents similar segmentation in other categories in the respective section.

Research Objective and Assumption

• Preface
• Research Objectives
• Study Scope
• Years Considered for the study
• Assumptions
• Abbreviations

Research Methodology

• Research data
• Primary Data
  • Primary Interviews
  • Primary Breakdown
  • Key data from Primary Sources
  • Key Thickness Insights
• Secondary Data
  • Major Secondary Sources
  • Secondary Sources
• Market Estimation
• Top-Down Approach
  • Approach for estimating Market Share by Top-Down Analysis (Supply Side)
• Bottom-Up Approach
  • Approach for estimating market share by Bottom-up Analysis (Demand Side)
• Market Breakdown and Data Triangulation
• Research Assumptions

Market Preview

• Executive Summary
• Key Findings—Global Outlook for medical carts Strategies
  • Key Questions this Study will Answer
  • Market Snippet, By Product
  • Market Snippet, By Distribution channel
  • Market Snippet, By Material
  • Market Snippet, By Distribution channel
  • Market Snippet, By Region
• Opportunity Map Analysis
• Executive Summary—3 Big Predictions

Market Dynamics, Regulations, and Trends Analysis

• Market Dynamics
  • Drivers
  • Restrains
  • Market Opportunities
  • Market Trends
• DR Impact Analysis
• PEST Analysis
• Porter’s Five Forces Analysis
• Opportunity Orbit
• Market Investment Feasibility Index
• Macroeconomic Factor Analysis

Market Segmentation, By Product, Forecast Period up to 10 Years, (US$ Bn)

• Overview
  • Market Value and Forecast (US$ Bn), and Share Analysis (%), Forecast Period up to 10 Years
  • Y-o-Y Growth Analysis (%), Forecast Period up to 10 Years
  • Segment Trends
• Upper-limb Orthotics (Hand, Elbow, Wrist Orthotics, and Others)
  • Overview
  • Market Size and Forecast (US$ Bn), and Y-o-Y Growth (%), Forecast Period up to 10 Years
• Lower-limb Orthotics (Knee Orthotics, Foot & Ankle Orthotics and Others)
  • Overview
  • Market Size and Forecast (US$ Bn), and Y-o-Y Growth (%), Forecast Period up to 10 Years
• Spine Orthotics
  • Overview
  • Market Size and Forecast (US$ Bn), and Y-o-Y Growth (%), Forecast Period up to 10 Years
• Others
  • Overview
  • Market Size and Forecast (US$ Bn), and Y-o-Y Growth (%), Forecast Period up to 10 Years

Market Segmentation, By Distribution channel, Forecast Period up to 10 Years, (US$ Bn)

• Overview
  • Market Value and Forecast (US$ Bn), and Share Analysis (%), Forecast Period up to 10 Years
  • Y-o-Y Growth Analysis (%), Forecast Period up to 10 Years
  • Segment Trends
• Neuromuscular
  • Overview
  • Market Size and Forecast (US$ Bn), and Y-o-Y Growth (%), Forecast Period up to 10 Years
• Musculoskeletal Disorders
  • Overview
  • Market Size and Forecast (US$ Bn), and Y-o-Y Growth (%), Forecast Period up to 10 Years
• Fractures
  • Overview
  • Market Size and Forecast (US$ Bn), and Y-o-Y Growth (%), Forecast Period up to 10 Years
• Sport Injuries
  • Overview
  • Market Size and Forecast (US$ Bn), and Y-o-Y Growth (%), Forecast Period up to 10 Years
• Others
  • Overview
  • Market Size and Forecast (US$ Bn), and Y-o-Y Growth (%), Forecast Period up to 10 Years

Market Segmentation, By Material, Forecast Period up to 10 Years, (US$ Bn)

• Overview
  • Market Value and Forecast (US$ Bn), and Share Analysis (%), Forecast Period up to 10 Years
  • Y-o-Y Growth Analysis (%), Forecast Period up to 10 Years
  • Segment Trends
• Carbon fibres
  • Overview
  • Market Size and Forecast (US$ Bn), and Y-o-Y Growth (%), Forecast Period up to 10 Years
• Plastic
  • Overview
  • Market Size and Forecast (US$ Bn), and Y-o-Y Growth (%), Forecast Period up to 10 Years
• Metal
  • Overview
  • Market Size and Forecast (US$ Bn), and Y-o-Y Growth (%), Forecast Period up to 10 Years
• Rubber
  • Overview
  • Market Size and Forecast (US$ Bn), and Y-o-Y Growth (%), Forecast Period up to 10 Years
• Others
  • Overview
  • Market Size and Forecast (US$ Bn), and Y-o-Y Growth (%), Forecast Period up to 10 Years

Market Segmentation, By Distribution channel, Forecast Period up to 10 Years, (US$ Bn)???????

• Overview
  • Market Value and Forecast (US$ Bn), and Share Analysis (%), Forecast Period up to 10 Years
  • Y-o-Y Growth Analysis (%), Forecast Period up to 10 Years
  • Segment Trends
• Hospital Pharmacies
  • Overview
  • Market Size and Forecast (US$ Bn), and Y-o-Y Growth (%), Forecast Period up to 10 Years
• Online Pharmacies
  • Overview
  • Market Size and Forecast (US$ Bn), and Y-o-Y Growth (%), Forecast Period up to 10 Years
• Footwear Retailer
  • Overview
  • Market Size and Forecast (US$ Bn), and Y-o-Y Growth (%), Forecast Period up to 10 Years
• Others
  • Overview
  • Market Size and Forecast (US$ Bn), and Y-o-Y Growth (%), Forecast Period up to 10 Years

Global Market, By Region, Forecast Period up to 10 Years, (US$ Bn)

• Overview
  • Market Value and Forecast (US$ Bn), and Share Analysis (%), Forecast Period up to 10 Years
  • Y-o-Y Growth Analysis (%), Forecast Period up to 10 Years
  • Regional Trends
• North America
  • Market Size and Forecast (US$ Bn), By Product, Forecast Period up to 10 Years
  • Market Size and Forecast (US$ Bn), By Distribution channel , Forecast Period up to 10 Years
  • Market Size and Forecast (US$ Bn), By Material , Forecast Period up to 10 Years
  • Market Size and Forecast (US$ Bn), By Distribution channel , Forecast Period up to 10 Years
  • Market Size and Forecast (US$ Bn), By Country, Forecast Period up to 10 Years
    • U.S.
    • Canada
• Europe
  • Market Size and Forecast (US$ Bn), By Product, Forecast Period up to 10 Years
  • Market Size and Forecast (US$ Bn), By Distribution channel , Forecast Period up to 10 Years
  • Market Size and Forecast (US$ Bn), By Material , Forecast Period up to 10 Years
  • Market Size and Forecast (US$ Bn), By Distribution channel , Forecast Period up to 10 Years
  • Market Size and Forecast (US$ Bn), By Country, Forecast Period up to 10 Years
    • UK
    • France
    • Germany
    • Russia
    • Italy
    • Rest of Europe
• Asia Pacific
  • Market Size and Forecast (US$ Bn), By Product, Forecast Period up to 10 Years
  • Market Size and Forecast (US$ Bn), By Distribution channel , Forecast Period up to 10 Years
  • Market Size and Forecast (US$ Bn), By Material , Forecast Period up to 10 Years
  • Market Size and Forecast (US$ Bn), By Distribution channel , Forecast Period up to 10 Years
  • Market Size and Forecast (US$ Bn), By Country, Forecast Period up to 10 Years
    • India
    • Japan
    • South Korea
    • China
    • Rest of Asia Pacific

• Latin America
  • Market Size and Forecast (US$ Bn), By Product, Forecast Period up to 10 Years
  • Market Size and Forecast (US$ Bn), By Distribution channel , Forecast Period up to 10 Years
  • Market Size and Forecast (US$ Bn), By Material , Forecast Period up to 10 Years
  • Market Size and Forecast (US$ Bn), By Distribution channel , Forecast Period up to 10 Years
  • Market Size and Forecast (US$ Bn), By Country, Forecast Period up to 10 Years
• Brazil
• Mexico
• Rest of Latin America

 

• Middle East & Africa
  • Market Size and Forecast (US$ Bn), By Product, Forecast Period up to 10 Years
  • Market Size and Forecast (US$ Bn), By Distribution channel , Forecast Period up to 10 Years
  • Market Size and Forecast (US$ Bn), By Material , Forecast Period up to 10 Years
  • Market Size and Forecast (US$ Bn), By Distribution channel , Forecast Period up to 10 Years
  • Market Size and Forecast (US$ Bn), By Country, Forecast Period up to 10 Years
• GCC
• Israel
• South Africa
• Rest of Middle East

Competitive Landscape

• Heat Map Analysis
• Market Presence and Specificity Analysis

Company Profiles

• Hanger, Inc
  • Company Overview
  • Product Portfolio
  • Key Highlights
  • Financial Performance
  • Business Strategies
• DJO Global, Inc
  • Company Overview
  • Product Portfolio
  • Key Highlights
  • Financial Performance
  • Business Strategies
• Ossur Corporate
  • Company Overview
  • Product Portfolio
  • Key Highlights
  • Financial Performance
  • Business Strategies

• Ottobock SE & Co. KGaA
  • Company Overview
  • Product Portfolio
  • Key Highlights
  • Financial Performance
  • Business Strategies
• Fillauer LLC
  • Company Overview
  • Product Portfolio
  • Key Highlights
  • Financial Performance
  • Business Strategies
• Basko Healthcare
  • Company Overview
  • Product Portfolio
  • Key Highlights
  • Financial Performance
  • Business Strategies
• Bauerfeind AG
  • Company Overview
  • Product Portfolio
  • Key Highlights
  • Financial Performance
  • Business Strategies
• Breg, Inc
  • Company Overview
  • Product Portfolio
  • Key Highlights
  • Financial Performance
  • Business Strategies
• BSN medical
  • Company Overview
  • Product Portfolio
  • Key Highlights
  • Financial Performance
  • Business Strategies
• DeRoyal Industries, Inc   
  • Company Overview
  • Product Portfolio
  • Key Highlights
  • Financial Performance
  • Business Strategies

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