OTC Braces and Support Market Research Report 2021-2031
The OTC Braces and Support Market size is projected to reach US$ 1184.09 million by 2031 from US$ 967.13 million in 2023. The market is expected to register a CAGR of 6.1% in 2024–2031. Rising road injuries and growing demand in sports participation is likely to remain an OTC braces and support market trend.
OTC Braces and Support Market Analysis
According to National Safety Council, though motorcycles make up to 3% of all registered vehicles and 0.7% of all vehicle miles travelled in the United States, motorcyclists accounted for 14.6% of all traffic fatalities and 3.5% of all injuries in the year 2022. A common factor that directly influences motorcycle mortality trends is helmet use. Fatalities among motorcycle riders and passengers increased by 1% from 2021 to 2022, while the rate per 100 million vehicle miles travelled decreased by 16%. The fatality rate decreases in 2022 is a result of a 21% increase in miles driven. In the last 10 years, deaths have increased by 32%, while death rates have drastically reduced by 13%. The number of motorcycle fatalities presently stands at 6,218 and the rate is 26.16 per 100 million vehicle miles. According to the Action Sports EMS, it has been reported that cervical spine injuries resulting from motorcycle accidents of any kind are 82% more likely to happen when riding without a neck brace. Thus, rising number of motorcycle accidents is expected to drive the global OTC braces and support market.
OTC Braces and Support Market Overview
Rising prevalence of orthopaedic disorders in both developed and developing economies coupled with increasing demand for sport participation among the millennials is driving the demand for OTC braces and support products. However, limited clinical efficacy is one of the factors that are critically impacting the growth of OTC braces and support market.
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OTC Braces and Support Market: Strategic Insights
Market Size Value in US$ 1,454.55 Million in 2020 Market Size Value by US$ 2,238.98 Million by 2028 Growth rate CAGR of 5.8% from 2021-2028 Forecast Period 2021-2028 Base Year 2021
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OTC Braces and Support Market: Strategic Insights
| Market Size Value in | US$ 1,454.55 Million in 2020 |
| Market Size Value by | US$ 2,238.98 Million by 2028 |
| Growth rate | CAGR of 5.8% from 2021-2028 |
| Forecast Period | 2021-2028 |
| Base Year | 2021 |
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OTC Braces and Support Market Drivers and Opportunities
Rising Number of Sports Injuries to Favor Market
According to the John Hopkins Medicine, as of 2022, there were about 30 million children and teens participate in some form of organized sports in the U.S. , and over 3.5 million injuries occurs each year. These types of injuries cause some loss of time of participation and common injuries such as sprains and strains are likely to occur. All sport types have a potential for injury, whether from the trauma of contact with other players or from overuse or misuse of a body part. The OTC braces and support provide targeted support to vulnerable areas such as the knees, elbows, wrists, and ankles, reducing the risk of strains and sprains. Thus, rising number of sport injuries in the United States is thereby contributing to the OTC braces and support market growth.
New Product Launches is Likely to Propel the Overall OTC Braces and Support Market Growth
In March 2021, GSK Consumer company launched a digitally enhanced knee brace known as VoltActive after a yearlong marketing campaign via traditional approaches and digital media. The product can be bought exclusively on Amazon. As people engages more to stay active and exercise, products such as VoltActive helps in relieving pain, restore movement, and reduces inflammation. Such a factor is responsible for the growth of the OTC braces and support market size.
OTC Braces and Support Market Report Segmentation Analysis
Key segments that contributed to the derivation of the OTC Braces and Support market analysis are application and end user.
- Based on application, the OTC braces and support market has been segmented into ligament injury repair, preventive care, osteoarthritis, compression therapy, and other applications. The preventive care segment held the largest share of the market in 2023; the same segment is likely to follow a similar trend in the market during the forecast period.
- Based on end user, the OTC braces and support market has been segmented hospitals, ambulatory surgical centers, specialty clinics, and others. The hospital segment held the largest share of the market in 2023 . However, the specialty clinics is estimated to register the highest CAGR in the market during the forecast period.
OTC Braces and Support Market Share Analysis by Geography
The geographic scope of the OTC braces and support market report is mainly segmented into five regions: North America, Asia Pacific, Europe, the Middle East & Africa, and South America/South & Central America.
Based on geography, the OTC braces and support market is segmented into five key regions: North America, Europe, Asia Pacific, South & Central America, and Middle East & Africa. The North America, OTC braces and support market has been analyzed based on three major countries — the US, Canada, and Mexico. The US OTC braces and support market is estimated to hold the largest market share during the forecast period. Commercialization of new orthopaedic devices, favourable reimbursement scenarios, and increasing participation in sport activities by the millennials are some factors aiding the growth of OTC braces and support market in the US region.
OTC Braces and Support Market Report Scope
OTC Braces and Support Market News and Recent Developments
The OTC Braces and Support market is evaluated by gathering qualitative and quantitative data post primary and secondary research, which includes important corporate publications, association data, and databases. The following is a list of developments in the market for innovations, business expansion, and strategies:
- In July 2023, OS1st launched its KS8 Performance Knee Brace that helps in stabilizing the knee joint throughout the healing journey from knee surgery or ongoing joint pain. The product features a lightweight patella ring and removable stays with an ultra-soft combination of micro-Nylon and LYCRA Spandex materials and no-slip hypo-allergenic silicone gel grips to reduce slipping and allowing for continuous wear. (Source: OS1st., Blogs)
OTC Braces and Support Market Report Coverage and Deliverables
The “OTC Braces and Support Market Size and Forecast (2021–2031)” report provides a detailed analysis of the market covering the following areas:
- OTC Braces and Support Market size and forecast at global, regional, and country levels for all the key market segments covered under the scope
- Market dynamics such as drivers, restraints, and key opportunities
- OTC Braces and Support Market trends
- Detailed PEST/Porter’s Five Forces and SWOT analysis
- OTC Braces and Support market analysis covering key market trends, global and regional framework, major players, regulations, and recent market developments
- OTC Braces and Support Industry landscape and competition analysis covering market concentration, heat map analysis, prominent players, and recent developments
- Detailed company profiles
Report Coverage
Revenue forecast, Company Analysis, Industry landscape, Growth factors, and Trends
Segment Covered
Product ; Type ; Application ; End User , and Geography
Regional Scope
North America, Europe, Asia Pacific, Middle East & Africa, South & Central America
Country Scope
Argentina, Australia, Brazil, Canada, China, France, Germany, India, Italy, Japan, Mexico, Saudi Arabia, South Africa, South Korea, Spain, United Arab Emirates, United Kingdom, United States
Frequently Asked Questions
North America dominated the OTC braces and support market in 2023.
Factors including rising road injuries and growing demand in sports participation are driving the OTC braces and support market growth.
Rising number of product launches are future trends in the market.
3M Company; DJO Global, Inc.; Bird & Cronin; Essity; Zimmer Biomet Holdings, Inc; OTC Brace; Bauerfeind; BSN Medical; DeRoyal; Ottobock are some leading players operating in the OTC braces and support market.
The OTC braces and support market is estimated to reach US$ 1184.09 million by 2031.
The OTC braces and support market is anticipated to grow at a CAGR of 6.1% during 2024-2031.
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- Data Analysis:
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