Patient Lateral Transfer Market Report 2025

This report covers market characteristics, size and growth, segmentation, regional and country breakdowns, competitive landscape, market shares, trends and strategies for this market. It traces the market’s historic and forecast market growth by geography.

The patient lateral transfer market size has grown strongly in recent years. It will grow from $4.49 billion in 2024 to $4.92 billion in 2025 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 9.5%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to focus on healthcare worker safety, growing aging population, rise in healthcare expenditure, increasing incidence of chronic diseases, focus on reducing hospital-acquired infections, patient-centric healthcare approach.

The patient lateral transfer market size is expected to see strong growth in the next few years. It will grow to $7.05 billion in 2029 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 9.4%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to rising demand for bariatric transfer solutions, focus on home healthcare, global aging population continues to grow, expansion of ambulatory care services, collaboration for product innovation. Major trends in the forecast period include integration of sensor technologies, development of bariatric transfer solutions, adoption of air-assisted transfer systems, emphasis on ergonomics and staff safety, customization for different healthcare settings.

The growing hospitalization rate is expected to drive the growth of the patient lateral transfer market in the coming years. The rising hospitalization rate refers to the increasing number of individuals admitted to hospitals for medical treatment. Lateral transfer is used in hospitals to reposition patients, provide care, and assess their condition. For example, in February 2024, the Canadian Institute for Health Information, a Canada-based healthcare organization, reported that there were 2.96 million acute inpatient hospitalizations in Canada during 2022-2023, up from 2.88 million in 2021-2022. As a result, the increase in hospitalizations is contributing to the growth of the patient lateral transfer market.

The growing prevalence of musculoskeletal disorders (MSDs) is expected to drive the growth of the patient lateral transfer market in the coming years. MSDs refer to a wide range of medical conditions affecting the muscles, bones, tendons, ligaments, and other components of the musculoskeletal system. These conditions often require the use of patient lateral transfer techniques to minimize physical strain on healthcare providers and improve patient mobility. These methods ensure safe and efficient movement of individuals with musculoskeletal impairments, promoting better care outcomes and reducing the risk of injury during transfers. For example, in July 2022, the World Health Organization (WHO), a Switzerland-based intergovernmental organization, reported that musculoskeletal conditions affected approximately 1.71 billion people worldwide. Additionally, a March 2022 survey published in PubMed Central (PMC) found that, among 282 students, increased device use and sitting time, combined with reduced physical activity and walking, led to a higher incidence of musculoskeletal pain, particularly in the shoulders and neck (65%). Furthermore, 46% of students working from home with laptops or phones experienced text neck syndrome. As a result, the increasing prevalence of musculoskeletal disorders is contributing to the growth of the patient lateral transfer market.

Leading companies in the patient lateral transfer market are actively developing innovative products, such as mobile air transfer systems (MATS), to aid staff in the proper tilting and transferring of patients. MATS utilize air cushions as medical devices to assist in laterally transferring patients. For example, in March 2022, Sage Products LLC, a US-based healthcare products manufacturer, introduced an innovative multi-position mobile air transfer system (MATS) designed to facilitate patient transfers. The Multi-Position MATS secures the patient to the operating room table and features a unique, skin-friendly foam cushion that redistributes pressure and can be easily removed after surgery. The novel design of integrated arm wraps reduces the risk of nerve injury by protecting the patient's arms and keeping them adducted throughout the surgical procedure.

In August 2023, Pelstar LLC, a US-based provider of medical supplies for both commercial and personal use, acquired Bridge Healthcare USA for an undisclosed amount. This strategic move aims to enhance Pelstar's portfolio of Safe Patient Handling products, which focuses on reducing injuries among healthcare workers during patient transfers. Bridge Healthcare USA is a US-based company that specializes in providing patient lateral transfer solutions.

Major companies operating in the patient lateral transfer market report are Stryker Corporation, Baxter International Inc., Medline Industries Inc., Zimmer Biomet Holdings Inc., Smith and Nephew plc., Steris plc., Scan Medical Co Inc., Arthrex Inc., Hill-Rom Holdings Inc., Getinge AB, Wideblue Ltd., Agiliti Inc., Arjo AB, Cantel Medical Corp, Etac AB, Handicare Group AB, AliMed Inc., Prism Medical Inc., EZ Way Inc., HoverTech International, AliMed Inc., Blue Chip Medical Products Inc., Airpal Inc., McAuley Medical Inc., Samarit Medical AG, Patient Positioning Systems LLC, David Scott Company, Haines Medical Australia, WY East Medical Company, GBUK Ltd.

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

The patient lateral transfer market consists of revenues earned by entities by providing services such as patient care assessment, patient management. The market value includes the value of related goods sold by the service provider or included within the service offering. The patient lateral transfer market also includes sales of transfer boards, transfer slings, ceiling lifts and rolling transfer boards that are used in patient lateral transfer services. 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.

Lateral patient transfer involves the movement of patients from one surface to another, such as transferring them from a bed to a stretcher or from a wheelchair to a bed. This practice is common in various medical settings and is crucial for ensuring safe patient management. The products and sheets used in lateral patient transfer aid in facilitating safe transfers and repositioning of patients.

The primary types of products utilized in patient lateral transfer include air-assisted lateral transfer mattresses, sliding sheets, and related accessories. An air-assisted lateral transfer mattress is a type of medical device specifically designed to assist caregivers in transferring patients. These mattresses can be for single-patient use or reusable, and they find application in various healthcare settings, including hospitals, ambulatory surgical centers, and other medical facilities.

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