The global manual wheelchair market size is expected to reach USD 5.2 billion by 2030, registering at a CAGR of 7.4% from 2023 to 2030. The rising demand for mobility assistance and the geriatric population are expected to drive market growth. As per the Americans with Disabilities Act, a wheelchair is designed mainly for use by an individual with a physical disability. Manual Wheelchairs can be used for both indoor and outdoor purposes. An increase in life span and the number of elderly persons at a global level is one of the key reasons expected to contribute to the growth of the market.
The market is disrupted due to the COVID-19 pandemic which affected the market due to the restrictions and lockdown imposed by the government as a result, the demand and sale of the product decreases. The demand for manual wheelchairs is expected to increase due to the rising geriatric population and mobility issues that occurred to people during the pandemic. Although the number of hospital visits by regular patients had reduced during the lockdown, the number of patients affected by COVID-19 witnessed a spike. After the COVID-19 pandemic, the manufacturing operation of the mobility device was come back to normal.
The rise in the number of disorders requiring an assistive device is also one of the key factors expected to contribute to market growth. The most common disability that needs a mobility device is spinal cord injuries. As per the National Spinal Cord Injury Statistical Center, around 294, 000 people currently live with spinal cord injuries, in the U.S. with 17, 7300 new cases each year. Thus, the U.S. is expected to be a major potential market for the suppliers and manufacturers of mobility devices over the forecast period.
The market is disrupted due to the COVID-19 pandemic which affected the market due to the restrictions and lockdown imposed by the government as a result, the demand and sale of the product decreases. The demand for manual wheelchairs is expected to increase due to the rising geriatric population and mobility issues that occurred to people during the pandemic. Although the number of hospital visits by regular patients had reduced during the lockdown, the number of patients affected by COVID-19 witnessed a spike. After the COVID-19 pandemic, the manufacturing operation of the mobility device was come back to normal.
The rise in the number of disorders requiring an assistive device is also one of the key factors expected to contribute to market growth. The most common disability that needs a mobility device is spinal cord injuries. As per the National Spinal Cord Injury Statistical Center, around 294, 000 people currently live with spinal cord injuries, in the U.S. with 17, 7300 new cases each year. Thus, the U.S. is expected to be a major potential market for the suppliers and manufacturers of mobility devices over the forecast period.
Manual Wheelchair Market Report Highlights
- The adult segment accounted for the highest revenue in 2022 owing to the high geriatric population and increased cases of disabilities, such as spinal cord injuries, requiring a mobility device
- The hospitals application segment accounted for the highest revenue in 2022 owing to the rising volume of medical emergencies
- North America dominated the market in 2022 with a revenue share due to the high target population and increased adoption of advanced technology in wheelchairs
Table of Contents
Chapter 1. Methodology and Scope
Chapter 2. Executive Summary
Chapter 3. Manual Wheelchairs Market Variables, Trends & Scope
Chapter 4. Manual Wheelchairs Market: Category Estimates & Trend Analysis
Chapter 5. Manual Wheelchairs Market: End-Use Estimates & Trend Analysis
Chapter 6. Manual Wheelchairs Market: Regional Estimates & Trend Analysis
Chapter 7. Competitive Landscape
List of Tables
List of Figures
Companies Mentioned
- Carex Health Brands, Inc.
- Drive Medical Design & Manufacturing
- Graham-Field Health Products Inc.
- Invacare
- Medline
- Sunrise Medical LLC
- Karman Healthcare
- Quantum Rehab
- Numotion
- Pride Mobility Products Corp.
Methodology
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Table Information
| Report Attribute | Details |
|---|---|
| No. of Pages | 110 |
| Published | September 2023 |
| Forecast Period | 2022 - 2030 |
| Estimated Market Value ( USD | $ 2.9 Billion |
| Forecasted Market Value ( USD | $ 5.2 Billion |
| Compound Annual Growth Rate | 7.4% |
| Regions Covered | Global |
| No. of Companies Mentioned | 10 |
