Hospital Stretchers Market Report 2025

The hospital stretchers market size has grown strongly in recent years. It will grow from $2.86 billion in 2024 to $3.01 billion in 2025 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 5.3%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to the evolution of design and ergonomics, rise in healthcare facilities, increasing patient volume, specialized medical needs, safety and infection control.

The hospital stretchers market size is expected to see strong growth in the next few years. It will grow to $4.04 billion in 2029 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 7.6%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to global health emergency influence, innovation in material science, demand for emergency care solutions, regulatory standards evolution, customization and specialization. Major trends in the forecast period include education and training emphasis, telehealth integration, modularity and adaptability, sustainability and eco-friendly materials, and ergonomic and maneuverability enhancements.

The anticipated increase in accidents is poised to drive the growth of the hospital stretchers market in the future. Accidents, characterized by unintended and unfortunate events resulting in harm, injury, or loss, contribute to a rising number of casualties, highlighting the crucial role of hospital stretchers in patient care. These stretchers are essential for transporting individuals from one location to another. For example, a report from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration in January 2023 revealed that in the first nine months of 2022, 31,785 individuals lost their lives in car accidents. Fatalities increased in various scenarios, including rural interstates, collisions involving large vehicles, and incidents with bikers, reflecting an overall rise of 12% compared to the first half of 2021. Consequently, the growing number of accidents is a significant factor propelling the growth of the hospital stretchers market.

The increasing number of surgical procedures is projected to enhance the growth of the hospital stretcher market in the coming years. A surgical procedure is a medical intervention or operation carried out by a qualified surgeon or medical professional to treat, repair, remove, or diagnose a medical condition. Hospital stretchers are vital in ensuring a smooth and efficient workflow by transferring patients through different phases of surgical procedures, including preoperative preparation, the surgery itself, and postoperative recovery. For example, in December 2023, UK Health Security, a public health agency in the UK, reported a notable 10.2% increase in mandatory orthopedic procedure submissions, reaching 102,025 for the financial year 2022 to 2023, with overall surveillance data showing an 8.4% rise across all surgical categories compared to the previous year. Thus, the growing number of surgical procedures is a key driver of the hospital stretcher market's expansion.

Major companies in the hospital stretchers market are focusing on innovative product development, introducing transportation stretchers to cater to diverse customer needs, increase sales, and boost revenue. Transportation stretchers are designed for secure and comfortable patient conveyance within healthcare facilities or during medical transport. For instance, in May 2022, L I N E T spol. s r.o., a Czech Republic-based manufacturer of hospital and nursing beds, launched the Sprint 200 emergency stretcher. This innovative stretcher prioritizes caregiver well-being through enhanced maneuverability and efficiency, backed by a track record of safety derived from extensive experience with a million care beds. Sprint 200 also features avant-garde design and materials, emphasizing innovation and high-performance durability in stretcher solutions.

Advanced technologies, such as smart stretchers, are another key trend gaining prominence in the hospital stretchers market. Smart stretchers incorporate advanced technology to enhance patient care, monitoring, and operational efficiency within healthcare settings. For instance, in October 2023, Stryker Corporation, a US-based medical technology company, introduced Prime Connect, a smart, connected hospital stretcher. Prime Connect is designed to bolster fall prevention protocols by incorporating visual and audible bed exit alarms. The stretcher enables seamless communication with hospital systems, wireless transmission of vital patient information, and integration with nurse call dome lights. This innovative capability streamlines workflows, facilitates on-the-go monitoring, and enhances overall patient care and safety.

In August 2024, Emeritus, a provider of hospital bed and stretcher maintenance services based in the U.S., formed a partnership with Conductiv to deliver improved services to healthcare facilities nationwide. This collaboration aims to enhance operational efficiency and patient care by offering timely and reliable maintenance solutions for hospital beds and stretchers. Conductiv, a U.S.-based third-party service management company, utilizes AI-driven analytics to optimize service agreements and sourcing for its members.

Major companies operating in the hospital stretchers market include Stryker Corporation, TransMotion Medical Inc., Advanced Instrumentations Inc., Mac Medical Inc., Narang Medical Limited, ROYAX s.r.o., Anetic Aid Ltd., LINET Group SE, Fu Shun Hsing Technology Co. Ltd., Venture Medical Technologies Inc., Zhangjiagang Xiehe Medical Instrument Co. Ltd., Advin Healthcare Pty. Ltd., Narayan Enterprises Private Limited, Joson Care Enterprise Co. Ltd., Desco Medical Limited, Medline Industries Inc., Invacare Corporation, Baxter International Inc., Carl Bennet AB, Paramount Bed Holdings Co. Ltd., Stiegelmeyer GmbH & Co. KG, Joerns Healthcare LLC, Spencer S.p.A., Midmark Corporation, Howard Wright Limited, Getinge AB, FUJIFILM Holdings Corporation, Gendron Inc., GF Health Products Inc., Hill-Rom Holdings, Inc., Ferno-Washington, Inc., Givas Srl, Hidemar S.r.l., HOSPIMETAL S.A., Haelvoet NV, Famed Zywiec Sp. z o.o.

North America was the largest region in the hospital stretchers market in 2024. Asia-Pacific is expected to be the fastest-growing region in the global hospital stretchers market report during the forecast period. The regions covered in the hospital stretchers market report are Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa. The countries covered in the hospital stretchers market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Canada, Italy, Spain.

Hospital stretchers are medical devices employed for transporting patients within healthcare facilities, including hospitals and ambulances. They are specifically designed to ensure the safe and comfortable movement of patients who are incapacitated due to injury, illness, or undergoing medical procedures.

The primary products in the hospital stretchers market include fixed height stretchers, adjustable stretchers, bariatric stretchers, and others. Bariatric stretchers are designed to accommodate larger patients during transport in ambulances and within hospital premises. These stretchers are adapted to support a weight of up to 300 kg. The technologies utilized in hospital stretchers encompass motorized and non-motorized variants, catering to various healthcare settings such as intra-hospital transport, pediatric care, emergency departments, radiology departments, and others.

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The hospital stretchers market consists of sales of radiographic Stretchers, ambulance stretchers, portable stretchers, basket stretchers, spine board stretchers, and stair chair stretchers. Values in this market are ‘factory gate’ values, that is the value of goods sold by the manufacturers or creators of the goods, whether to other entities (including downstream manufacturers, wholesalers, distributors and retailers) or directly to end customers. The value of goods in this market includes related services sold by the creators of the goods.

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