Sports Medicine Market Report 2025

The sports medicine market size has grown strongly in recent years. It will grow from $8.26 billion in 2024 to $8.87 billion in 2025 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 7.4%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to military operations and conflicts, rise in commercial aviation, global geopolitical changes, regulatory standards and compliance, fluctuations in fuel prices.

The sports medicine market size is expected to see strong growth in the next few years. It will grow to $12.03 billion in 2029 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 7.9%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to growing military expenditure, expansion of commercial aviation, technological advancements in refueling systems, global geopolitical changes, adoption of sustainable aviation fuels. Major trends in the forecast period include automation in refueling systems, use of unmanned aerial vehicles (uavs), adoption of autonomous technologies, advanced fueling techniques, enhanced safety measures.

The rising incidence of sports injuries is anticipated to drive growth in the sports medicine market moving forward. Sports injuries occur during sports or exercise and are not exclusive to athletes; they typically result from direct impacts, overuse, or applied force. Sports medicine focuses on treating and supporting individuals with sports-related injuries, so an increase in such injuries will positively impact market expansion. For example, in October 2024, Insideworldfootball, a UK-based news service, reported a total of 4,123 sports injuries during the 2023-24 season, reflecting a 4% increase compared to the previous season (2022-23). Therefore, the rising number of sports injuries is fueling the growth of the sports medicine market.

The expanding athlete population is expected to fuel the growth of the sports medicine market. This demographic comprises individuals participating in athletic activities at various levels, from amateur and recreational to professional athletes. Sports medicine plays a critical role in supporting athlete well-being, enhancing performance, and minimizing injury risks. In May 2022, the National Collegiate Athletic Association reported a record-high of over 520,000 student-athletes participating in NCAA championship sports during the 2021-2022 period. The increasing athlete population stands as a driving force behind the growth of the sports medicine market.

Product innovations are a significant trend gaining traction in the sports medicine market. Leading companies in this sector are concentrating on developing new technological solutions to enhance their market presence. For instance, in September 2023, Tissue Regenix Group plc, a UK-based regenerative medical devices firm, introduced its BioRinse product line specifically designed for sports medicine allografts. This line incorporates advanced sterilization technology to create high-quality, sterile soft tissue products primarily used in tendon and ligament reconstruction. The BioRinse sterilization technology is tailored for sports medicine allografts, minimizing tissue damage during the process and resulting in improved sterile soft tissue products suitable for various joint reconstructions. This innovation aims to enhance performance, efficiency, and safety in allograft applications.

Major players in the sports medicine market are strategically leveraging digital distribution channels, particularly through product websites, to drive revenue growth. Maruho Co. Ltd., a Japan-based pharmaceutical company, exemplifies this trend by launching an updated website in March 2023 to support its next phase of growth. The revamped website showcases Maruho Medical's product range, with a specific emphasis on the company's innovative focus on soft tissue fixation in sports medicine. Notably, the newly introduced apollo knotless anchor takes center stage on the website, alongside the entire product line. This digital platform serves to support Maruho's future technological advancements in the soft tissue repair portfolio, providing valuable resources for both customers and the sales team. The knotless fixation feature of the anchor aligns with Maruho's goal of introducing innovative techniques for soft tissue fixation in sports medicine.

In January 2023, Zimmer Biomet Holdings Inc., a leading US-based medical device company, executed a strategic acquisition by purchasing Embody Inc. for $155 million. This move is integral to Zimmer Biomet's expansion in the burgeoning sports medicine industry. The acquisition encompasses Embody's comprehensive line of collagen-based biointegrative solutions, including the biointegrative implant tapestry designed for tendon healing and tapestry RC, one of the initial arthroscopic implant systems for rotator cuff repair. Embody Inc., a US-based medical device company specializing in advanced biomaterials and technologies, brings innovative products to Zimmer Biomet's portfolio, reinforcing its position in the dynamic sports medicine market.

Major companies operating in the sports medicine market include Stryker Corporation, Arthrex Inc., Zimmer Biomet Holdings Inc., Smith & Nephew plc, Mueller Sports Medicine Inc., Karl Storz SE & Co KG, CONMED Corporation, Johnson & Johnson, DJ Orthopedics LLC, Breg Inc., RTI Surgical Inc., Performance Health International Limited, Bauerfeind AG, Ossur Corporate, Cramer Product Inc., Medtronic plc, Bioventus LLC, Braun Melsungen AG, Hanger Inc., AlloSource Inc., Surgalign Holdings Inc., DePuy Synthes Companies, Acumed LLC, Integra LifeSciences Corporation, Orthofix Medical Inc., Medline Industries Inc., Musculoskeletal Transplant Foundation.

North America was the largest region in the sports medicine market in 2024. The regions covered in the sports medicine market report are Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa. The countries covered in the sports medicine market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Canada, Italy, Spain.

Sports medicine is a specialized field of medicine dedicated to physical fitness, injury treatment, and injury prevention associated with athletic activities, aiming to alleviate pain and reduce inflammation.

The primary categories of sports medicine devices include orthopedic devices, body reconstruction and repair tools, body support and recovery equipment, body monitoring and evaluation devices, and related accessories. Orthopedic devices are specialized tools intended to address deformities or restore and preserve the functionality of the human skeleton, joints, and related components. These devices encompass a range of products such as artificial joint implants, arthroscopy devices, fracture repair devices, prostheses, orthobiologic recovery and support products such as braces, performance monitoring devices, and various accessories. These devices find application across various sectors including ambulatory surgical centers, hospitals, orthopedic clinics, and others, catering to injuries pertaining to the knee, shoulder, ankle-foot, back-spine, hand-wrist, hip-groin, and arm-elbow regions.

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The sports medicine market includes revenues earned by entities by providing physical therapy, personal training, and ultra-minimally invasive treatment. The market value includes the value of related goods sold by the service provider or included within the service offering. Only goods and services traded between entities or sold to end consumers are included.

The market value is defined as the revenues that enterprises gain from the sale of goods and/or services within the specified market and geography through sales, grants, or donations in terms of the currency (in USD, unless otherwise specified).

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