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Braces are orthopedic products designed to relieve pain in the upper and lower extremity of the body. These also help in recovering from injuries and improve daily life. There are various type of materials used to make braces such as metal, plastic, and fiber glass.

The global orthopedic braces & support, casting & splints market is estimated to account for US$ 6,214.5 Mn in terms of value in 2019 and is expected to reach US$ 9,634.3 Mn by the end of 2027.

Global Orthopedic Braces & Support, Casting & Splints Market: Drivers

Increasing geriatric population is expected to propel growth of the global orthopedic braces & support, casting & splints market over the forecast period. For instance, according to the U.S. Census Bureau, the U.S. geriatric population is expected to reach 77 million by 2034.

Moreover, increasing cases of accidents are also expected to aid in growth of the market. For instance, according to National Informatics Center, India recorded a total of 467,044 road accidents in 2018.

Orthopedic Braces and Supports held dominant position in the global orthopedic braces & support, casting & splints market in 2019, accounting for 57.7% share in terms of value, followed by Casting Supplies & Equipment and Splinting Supplies & Equipment, respectively

Figure 1. Global Orthopedic Braces & Support, Casting & Splints Market Share (%), by Value, by Type, 2019

Global Orthopedic Braces & Support, Casting & Splints Market: Restraints

Variations in reimbursement scenario are expected to hinder growth of the market. The reimbursement scenario in North America varies considerably in terms of pricing, co-payments, and settlements. Complexities arising due to these differences creates complications for third-party payers such as private insurance companies and social security systems. They play a key role between the user and the healthcare organization.

Moreover, high cost associated with fiber material is also expected to limit growth of the market. For instance, the cost of high quality braces can be around US$ 900.

Orthopedic Braces & Support, Casting & Splints Market Report Coverage Report Coverage Details Base Year: 2019 Market Size in 2019: US$ 5,839.3 Mn Historical Data for: 2016 to 2019 Forecast Period: 2020 to 2027 Forecast Period 2020 to 2027 CAGR: 6.5% 2027 Value Projection: US$ 9,634.3 Mn Geographies covered: North America: U.S., Canada

U.S., Canada Latin America: Brazil, Argentina, Mexico, Rest of Latin America

Brazil, Argentina, Mexico, Rest of Latin America Europe: Germany, U.K., Spain, France, Italy, Russia, Rest of Europe

Germany, U.K., Spain, France, Italy, Russia, Rest of Europe Asia Pacific: China, India, Japan, Australia, South Korea, ASEAN, Rest of Asia Pacific

China, India, Japan, Australia, South Korea, ASEAN, Rest of Asia Pacific Middle East: GCC Countries, Israel, Rest of Middle East

GCC Countries, Israel, Rest of Middle East Africa: South Africa, North Africa, Central Africa Segments covered: By Type:

Orthopedic Braces and Supports: Upper Extremity Braces and Support, Low Extremity Braces and Support

Casting Supplies & Equipment, Splinting Supplies & Equipment

By Distribution Channel: Orthopedic Clinics, Hospitals, OTC, E-Commerce Companies covered: 3M, Össur Corporate, BSN medical GmbH, DeRoyal Industries, Inc., DJO Global, Inc., Orfit Industries N.V., Spencer Italia S.r.l., Prime Medical, Inc., Breg, Inc., Stryker Corporation, and Zimmer Biomet Holdings, Inc. Growth Drivers: Increasing geriatric population who are prone to orthopedic ailments

Increasing cases of accidents Restraints & Challenges: Unfavorable reimbursement

High Costs

Global Orthopedic Braces & Support, Casting & Splints Market: Opportunities

Increasing adoption 3D printing in manufacturing of finger splints is expected to offer lucrative growth opportunities for players in the global orthopedic braces & support, casting & splints market. For instance, the research ‘Patient-specific 3D-printed Splint for Mallet Finger Injury,’ published in the International Journal of Bioprinting’, in April 2020, reported use of an Ultimaker 2 Extended+ 3D printer to fabricate splint for mallet finger injury.

Moreover, increasing cases of falls is also expected to aid in growth of the market. For instance, according to January 2018 factsheet of the World Health Organization, 20–30% of older people who fall suffer moderate to severe injuries such as bruises, hip fractures, or head trauma, in the U.S.

The global orthopedic braces & support, casting & splints market was valued at US$ 5,839.3 Mn in 2019 and is forecast to reach a value of US$ 9,634.3 Mn by 2027 at a CAGR of 6.5% between 2020 and 2027.

Figure 2. Global Orthopedic Braces & Support, Casting & Splints Market Value (US$ Mn), and Y-o-Y Growth (%), 2019-2027

Market Trends/Key Takeaways

The market in Asia Pacific is driven by increasing number of work-related injuries. For instance, according to Safe Work Australia, Australia recorded 107,335 work-related injuries in 2017-18.

Increasing prevalence of diabetes is boosting growth of the market in Europe. For instance, according to Diabetes UK, over five million people will suffer from diabetes in the U.K. by 2025.

Regulations:

U.S.

Orthopedic braces & supports and castings are classified by the U.S. FDA as physical medicine devices under 21 CFR 890 section 3475 of subpart D (Physical Medicine Prosthetic Devices)

These devices are exempted from the premarket notification procedures in subpart E of part 807, subject to the limitations in 890.9.

These devices are also exempted from the current good manufacturing practice requirements of the quality system regulation in part 820 of chapter I of 21CFR, also exempted from general requirements concerning records (820.180) and complaint files (820.198), unless the device is labelled or otherwise represented as sterile.

Global Orthopedic Braces & Support, Casting & Splints Market: Competitive Landscape

Major players operating in the global orthopedic braces & support, casting & splints market include, 3M, Össur Corporate, BSN medical GmbH, DeRoyal Industries, Inc., DJO Global, Inc., Orfit Industries N.V., Spencer Italia S.r.l., Prime Medical, Inc., Breg, Inc., Stryker Corporation, and Zimmer Biomet Holdings, Inc.

Global Orthopedic Braces & Support, Casting & Splints Market: Key Developments

Major players in the market are focused on maintaining transparency around the cost of orthopedic braces & support, casting & splints to enhance their market share. For instance, in January 2020, Breg, Inc. released a new software release focused on improving transparency around the cost of durable medical equipment products such as knee braces, shoulder slings, splints, boots and crutches at the time of dispensement.