Orthopedic Braces & Support, Casting & Splints Market - Global Industry Analysis, Size, Share, Growth, Trends, and Forecast 2016 - 2024
Orthopedic Braces & Support, Casting & Splints Market: Overview
NEW YORK, Dec. 13, 2016 /PRNewswire/ -- The orthopedic braces & support, casting & splints market is driven by growing hip and knee replacement surgeries globally. Furthermore the rising coverage of healthcare and increasing prevalence of obesity is expected to be the most vital reason for expansion of the braces and support market growth. However, there are few hindrances, which further can affect the use of products such as braces, supports, casting and splints.
In 2010, a survey by National Health and Nutrition Examination, there were some extracted conclusions about the rising obesity in the region such as, there were around two in three people were considered to be obese, more than one in 20 people were considered as extreme obese. Orthopaedic surgeon should be aware of various supports and braces for the treatment of bone disorders such as osteoporosis and osteopenia. Severe cases of spinal instability always need a Hohmann overbridging brace, whereas the milder form of motion-segment instability is treated with one of the elastic supports. In cases of osteoporosis of the spine and insufficiency of the lumbosacral junction the Lindemann 2/3 semi-elastic brace is prescribed. Norton and Brown (1957) studied that braces can help in immobilization of the joints for treating the fractures and other complications. Specifically they concluded the result for effect of braces on the movement of the lumbosacral area and never found total immobilization. The effect of lumbar supports is a decline angle for angle of flexion and extension. Axial rotation and lateral bending is not reduced.
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In close co-operation with doctors and Orthopaedic technicians, orthopedic industries has developed innovative products and product concepts, which depending on the goal of the therapy are effective in supporting and improving immobility, unloading damaged areas of joints and reassuring & reactivating the patient. Few orthotic braces are used indirectly, meaning they just support the injured joints in the body. For instance, an ankle foot orthotic device (AFO) that is used to address drop foot – common symptom after a stroke that results in the loss of the ability to control the ankle joint – the use of an AFO in this situation maintains the actual posture of the foot and ankle, allowing the patient to walk without any problem.
Orthopedic Braces & Support, Casting & Splints Market: Scope and Methodology
The report is a combination of primary and secondary research. Primary research formed the bulk of our research efforts, with information collected from telephonic interviews and interactions via e-mail. Secondary research involved study of company websites, annual reports, press releases, stock analysis presentations, and various national and international databases. The report provides market size in terms of US$ Mn for each segment for the period from 2016 to 2024, considering the macro and micro-environmental factors. Growth rates for each segment within the orthopedic braces & support, casting and splints market have been determined after a thorough analysis of past trends, demographics, future trends, technological developments, vaccination expenditure, and regulatory requirements.
The market overview section of the report includes qualitative analysis of the overall orthopedic braces & support, casting and splints market including the determining factors and market dynamics such as drivers, restraints, market trends and opportunities, along with white space analysis. In addition, market attractiveness analysis by country, isotopic application and end-user along with competitive landscape by key players have been provided which explain the intensity of competition in the market considering different geographical locations. The competitive scenario between market players has been evaluated through market share analysis. These factors would help the market players take strategic decisions in order to strengthen their positions and increase their shares in the global market. Pricing and cost teardown analysis holds a crucial part of the report, which further describes the cost to end-user and cost to patient.
Orthopedic Braces & Support, Casting & Splints Market: Key Trends
The market is driven by changing prevalence of obesity and osteoporosis. The market is projected to grow due to increasing investment in healthcare sector. In terms of distribution channel segment orthopedic clinics is projected to expand at a high CAGR on the backdrop of growing investment healthcare during sports injuries. The E-commerce and hospital segment are expected to expand at a high CAGR over the forecast period.
Geographically, the global orthopedic braces & supports, casting & splints market has been segmented into five regions with North America leading the market in 2015 followed by Europe and Asia Pacific. The requirement for orthopedic splints and casts are rapidly growing in Asia Pacific due to increasing direct and indirect investments by the Government and other private companies. Increasing investments and penetration by key market players globally are expected to drive the orthopedic braces & support, casting & splints market during the forecast period.
Key companies profiled in the report include 3M Healthcare, Prime Medical, Össur Hf, DJO, LLC, Zimmer Biomet Holdings, Inc., Stryker Corporation
The orthopedic braces & supports, casting and splints market has been segmented as follows:
Casting Supplies & Equipment
Plaster Casts
Casting Tapes
Cast Cutters
Casting Tools and Accessories
Splinting Supplies & Equipment
Fiberglass Splints
Plaster Splints
Splinting Tools and Accessories
Other Splints
Orthopedic Braces and Supports
Upper Extremity Braces and Support
Shoulder Braces and Support
Neck Braces and Support
Elbow Braces and Support
Wrist Braces and Support
Spinal Braces and Support
Low Extremity Braces and Support
Knee Braces and Support
Ankle Braces and Support
Hip Braces and Support
Global Orthopedic braces & supports, casting & splints Market, by distribution channel
Orthopedic Clinics
Hospitals
Over the Counter (OTC)
E-Commerce
Global Orthopedic braces & supports, casting & splints Market, by Geography
North America
Europe
Asia Pacific
Latin America
MEA (Middle East & Africa)
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