Heating Pad Market Report 2024

The heating pads market size has grown strongly in recent years. It will grow from $53.37 billion in 2023 to $57.65 billion in 2024 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 8%. The growth observed in the historic period can be attributed to increased health and wellness awareness, enhancements in healthcare infrastructure, heightened awareness of pet health, the rising popularity of aromatherapy, and the growing use of heating pads in physical therapy.

The heating pads market size is expected to see strong growth in the next few years. It will grow to $78.82 billion in 2028 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 8.1%. The projected growth during the forecast period can be linked to a focus on non-invasive pain relief, the incorporation of heating pads into corporate wellness programs, a heightened emphasis on ergonomic designs, advancements in heating element technology, and supportive government initiatives. Key trends anticipated for this period include portable, battery-operated heating pads, improved safety features, the development of wearable heating pads, and heating pads equipped with wireless capabilities and remote controls.

The rising frequency of sports injuries is anticipated to drive the growth of the heating pad market. Sports injuries, which occur during physical activities, exercise, or sports, often result from factors such as overuse, incorrect technique, inadequate warm-up or stretching, and collisions. Heating pads aid in relieving sports injuries by enhancing blood flow to the affected areas, reducing muscle stiffness, easing pain, and accelerating tissue and muscle recovery. For instance, a report from the National Safety Council in June 2024 noted a 20% increase in sports and recreational injuries in 2021, following a record low in 2020, with an additional 12% rise in 2022. Thus, the increasing incidence of sports injuries is expected to drive the demand for heating pads.

Key players in the heating pad market are introducing orthopedic heating pads with thermostatic temperature controls to offer effective and comfortable pain relief. Orthopedic heating pads are designed to alleviate pain in specific areas and are often used for conditions such as arthritis and muscle strains. For example, in July 2023, Medtech Life, an India-based medical equipment manufacturer, released the Medtech Handypad HP-01. This orthopedic heating pad features thermostatic temperature control, dual safety thermostats, and three adjustable heat settings. It is covered in velvet fabric for added comfort and is foldable for convenient travel use.

In May 2021, American Securities, a US-based private equity firm, acquired Conair Corporation for an undisclosed amount. This acquisition is intended to enhance Conair's growth through new product development, improved operational efficiencies, and expanded mergers and acquisitions under new leadership. Conair Corporation is a US-based company that manufactures personal care products, including heating pads.

Major companies operating in the heating pad market are Conair Corporation, Beurer GmbH, Walgreens Boots Alliance Inc., Dongguan Large Electronics Co. Ltd, Apex International, Core Products International Inc., Carex, Pure Enrichment, Chattanooga Group, Sunrise Products, HealthMate International LLC, Drive DeVilbiss, Battle Creek Equipment, Thermotex Therapy Systems Ltd., Nature Creation Inc., UTK Technology Limited, Sunbeam Products Inc., BodyMed Inc., ThermaCare, Venture Heat, Rani Herbals, United Medicare, Milliard, MediCrystal, Sunny Bay.

Europe was the largest region in the heating pad market in 2023. North America is expected to be the fastest-growing region in the forecast period. The regions covered in the heating pad market report are Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa.

The countries covered in the heating pad market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Canada, Italy, Spain.

A heating pad is an electric device designed to provide targeted heat to specific body areas for pain relief or muscle relaxation. It features insulated electrical heating elements encased in a flexible, fabric-covered pad. By applying heat to the affected area, heating pads help to relax muscles, enhance blood flow, reduce inflammation, soothe tissues, and promote overall relaxation.

The heating pad market includes several main types, microwavable, water, electric, chemical, infrared, and other variants. Microwavable heating pads are designed to be heated in a microwave oven. Distribution channels for these products include both direct and indirect methods, and they are used by various end users such as hospitals, clinics, diagnostic centers, homecare settings, and others.

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The heating pads market consists of sales of battery-operated heating pads, microwaveable gel packs, and microwaveable herbal pads. 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.

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).

The revenues for a specified geography are consumption values that are revenues generated by organizations in the specified geography within the market, irrespective of where they are produced. It does not include revenues from resales along the supply chain, either further along the supply chain or as part of other products.


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