Increasing Number of Patients with Disability to Augment the Orthotic Devices Market Growth
The medical field has recently been revolutionized by the invention of orthotic devices. Orthotic devices, also known as orthoses, are braces that help support weakened muscles while walking. This revolutionary technology allows patients to freely move their limbs in ways they could not do in the past. Orthotic devices allow individuals to physically move their joints and to avoid the painful symptoms often associated with joint discomfort.
There are a number of different types of orthotics devices
that can be used, but the most popular are splints, braces, cushions, and
custom fit orthotics. Orthoses can be worn at any time of the day or night. Orthoses
help reduce pain of body parts, increase mobility, organ deformities, and
improve the independence by enhancing the mobility of the patient. For example,
ankle braces that allow a person to stand straight are orthotics.
Market Dynamics:
Increase in number of patients with disability is expected
to fuel the growth of the orthotic devices market. For instance, according to
the WHO, more than 1 billion people live with some form of disability and the
number is dramatically increasing due to demographic trends and increases in
chronic health conditions, among other causes.
Moreover, increasing incidence of sports injuries and road
accidents worldwide are expected to propel
the growth of the orthotic devices market. For
instance, each year, around 1.35 million people die as a result of road traffic
crashes, according to the WHO (World Health Organization). Road traffic
accidents are the 9th leading cause of death worldwide.
Increasing demand for orthotic devices, as well as increasing
research and development, is also expected to augment the growth of the orthotic
devices market. For instance, in September 2020, Sree Chitra Tirunal Institute
for Medical Sciences and Technology (India) signed a MOU with Tynor Orthotics
Private Ltd. for the co-development of orthotic devices and to promote joint
research programs in orthotics and rehabilitation.
However, high cost associated with the custom-made orthotic
devices (orthotic device are relatively bulky in nature, is expected to
restrain the growth of the orthotic devices market.
Competitive Analysis:
Major players operating in the orthotic devices market are
Touch Bionics, Bauerfeind USA, Howard Orthopedics, SP Ultraflex Systems Pvt.
Ltd., The Ohio Willow Wood, Ottobock, Ossur Corporate, Chas a Blatchford &
Sons, Zimmer Biomet, and Aspen Pharmacare Holdings Limited.
Major players in the market are involved in different
business strategies, such as partnerships, to enhance their market presence. For
instance, in 2018, Bauerfeind USA partnered with AliMed to provide the
customers with the highest quality of orthotic products.
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