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How has the knee braces market grown in recent years?

In recent times, the market size for knee braces has experienced robust growth. It is forecasted to increase from $1.76 billion in 2024 to $1.87 billion in 2025, reflecting a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 5.8%. Factors contributing to the growth during this period include heightened product utilization, a surge in osteoarthritis (OA) cases, more orthopedic knee surgeries, increased healthcare expenditure, greater public awareness and a rise in involvement in sports activities.

How is the knee braces market size expected to evolve during the forecast period?

The market size of knee braces is projected to witness robust expansion in the upcoming years, expected to reach $2.32 billion by 2029 with a 5.5% compound annual growth rate (CAGR). The surge during the forecast period can be credited to factors like the growing older population, heightened awareness, rising preference for non-invasive treatment procedures, increased involvement in sports and fitness activities, along with the rampant occurrence of osteoarthritis. Key trends to observe during this time are technological progress, the influence of an expanding global aging population, product innovation, strategic partnerships, and sophisticated knee braces.

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Which key drivers are propelling the knee braces market’s growth?

The growth of the knee braces market is being fueled by the increasing occurrences of sports-related injuries. These are a variety of physical injuries, encompassing muscle, bone, tendon, ligament, and joint injuries, that can happen during participation in various sports or athletic events. The escalating trend of these injuries is tied in with the growing interest in sports and fitness activities, which leads to more people engaging in high-intensity training and enduring increased physical strain. Knee braces are often utilized in sports injuries due to their ability to provide support, stability, and protection to the knee joint. They assist in diminishing the risk of injuries like ligament tears or strains by restricting excessive movement and offering compression. As an example, data from the National Safety Council, a US-based public health and safety organization, stated in September 2024 that the quantity of reported sports and recreational injuries in the US rose by 2% in 2023. This translated into a total of 3.7 million people receiving medical care in emergency departments for injuries connected to sports and recreational equipment. Therefore, it’s evident that the increasing occurrences of sports-related injuries are contributing to the expansion of the knee braces market.

What are the market segments in the knee braces industry?

The knee braces market covered in this report is segmented –

1) By Type: Prophylactic Knee Braces, Rehabilitative Knee Braces, Patellofemoral Knee Braces, Functional Knee Braces

2) By Application: Medical Use, Sports Use

3) By End Use: Orthopedic Clinics, Over-the-Counter (OTC), Hospital, Durable Medical Equipment (DME) Dealers, Other End Users

Subsegments:

1) By Prophylactic Knee Braces: Hinged Prophylactic Braces, Sleeve-Style Prophylactic Braces, Wraparound Prophylactic Braces, Others

2) By Rehabilitative Knee Braces: Post-Operative Braces, Recovery Knee Braces, Adjustable Braces For Rehabilitation, Others

3) By Patellofemoral Knee Braces: Patella Stabilizing Braces, Patella Tracking Braces, Open Patella Braces, Others

4) By Functional Knee Braces: Ligament Knee Braces, ACL Support Braces, Hinged Knee Braces For Support, Custom-Made Functional Knee Braces, Others

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Which leading companies are shaping the growth of the knee braces market?

Major companies operating in the knee braces market are Johnson & Johnson Services Inc., 3M Company, Medline Industries Inc., Essity AB., Enovis Corporation, Weber Orthopedic Inc, Otto Bock Healthcare GmbH, Össur hf., Orthofix Medical Inc., Breg Inc., Bauerfeind AG, McDavid Inc., Tynor Orthotics Pvt. Ltd., Mueller Sports Medicine Inc., Aspen Medical Products Inc., Medi GmbH & Co. KG, BioSkin LLC., Rehband AB., Medi-Dyne Healthcare Products Inc., ThermoSki

What key trends are currently impacting the knee braces market’s development?

Major companies operating in the knee brace market are focused on developing technological advancements such as unloader braces to enhance comfort, improve offloading mechanisms, integrate wearable technology, and provide more effective, personalized treatment for knee osteoarthritis. An unloader brace is a knee brace designed to reduce pain and improve function by redistributing pressure away from the affected compartment of the knee, commonly used for individuals with unicompartmental knee osteoarthritis. For instance, in January 2024, Enovis Corporation, a US-based medical technology company, launched the DonJoy ROAM OA Knee Brace, which provides dynamic unloading of the knee to alleviate pain and enhance mobility for individuals with unicompartmental osteoarthritis. Its user-friendly design, customizable fit, and lightweight construction make it an effective solution for conservative management and support during daily activities.

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Which geographic areas are influencing the growth of the knee braces market?

North America was the largest region in the knee braces market in 2024. Asia-Pacific is expected to be the fastest-growing region in the forecast period. The regions covered in the knee braces market report are Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa.

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