Elderly and Disabled Assistive Devices Market Report 2024

This Elderly and Disabled Assistive Devices industry 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 elderly and disabled assistive devices market size has grown strongly in recent years. It will grow from $24.61 billion in 2023 to $26.49 billion in 2024 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 7.6%. The growth during the historic period can be attributed to the rise in chronic health conditions, increased life expectancy, a higher number of road accidents, an expanding geriatric population, and the growing prevalence of disabilities.

The elderly and disabled assistive devices market size is expected to see strong growth in the next few years. It will grow to $35.97 billion in 2028 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 7.9%. The growth projected for the forecast period can be attributed to a rise in demand for assistive devices, an increasing number of hospital admissions for treatment, higher healthcare expenditure, a growing prevalence of mobility issues, and a heightened need for home care services. Key trends expected during this period include integration with smart technologies, innovations in communication devices, advancements in assistive devices, the development of smart home devices, and progress in wearable technology.

The increasing number of disabilities is expected to drive the growth of the elderly and disabled assistive devices market in the future. Disabilities are conditions that significantly impair an individual's ability to perform certain activities or access societal resources. The rise in disabilities is influenced by factors such as an aging population, chronic health conditions, and genetic factors. Assistive devices for the elderly and disabled support independent living, enhance quality of life, and reduce healthcare costs. For example, according to the Public Library of Science (PLOS) in October 2021, the number of people with disabilities in the US is projected to increase by approximately 60 million between 2020 and 2050. Thus, the growing number of disabilities is driving the expansion of the elderly and disabled assistive devices market.

Major companies in the elderly and disabled assistive devices market are forming collaborations to develop integrated solutions that improve mobility, independence, and quality of life for users. These strategic partnerships aim to create innovative solutions that address the complex needs of elderly and disabled individuals, resulting in more effective, accessible, and user-friendly products. For instance, in July 2023, University College London (UCL) and the Indian Institute of Technology partnered to advance disability innovation through assistive technology, focusing on enhancing the quality of life for individuals with disabilities in India. Additionally, in January 2024, the Central Government of India partnered with All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS) to provide assistive devices for individuals with disabilities, reflecting the government's commitment to improving the quality of life for people with disabilities by ensuring access to essential aids and appliances.

In June 2024, Platinum Equity LLC, a US-based private equity investment firm, acquired Sunrise Medical Limited for an undisclosed amount. This acquisition aligns with Platinum Equity's strategy of investing in companies that need operational support to reach their full potential. Sunrise Medical Limited, based in the US, manufactures assistive devices for the elderly and disabled.

Major companies operating in the elderly and disabled assistive devices market are Siemens AG, Bausch And Lomb Inc., Sonova Holding AG, William Demant Holding A/S, Starkey Hearing Technologies Limited, Invacare Corporation, NOVA Medical Inc., Permobil AB, Sunrise Medical LLC, Drive DeVilbiss Healthcare Limited, Pride Mobility Products Corporation, GF Health Products Inc., Handicare Group AB, Carex Health Brands Inc., AI Squared, Audina Hearing Instruments Inc., Blue Chip Medical Products Inc., New Century Products Co. Ltd, Kaye Products Inc., Magic Mobility Ltd.

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

The countries covered in the elderly and disabled assistive devices market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Canada, Italy, Spain.

Elderly and disabled assistive devices are tools and equipment aimed at improving the quality of life, independence, and safety for individuals who are elderly or have disabilities. These devices assist with daily activities, mobility, and communication, making it easier for users to accomplish tasks that might otherwise be difficult or impossible.

The primary types of elderly and disabled assistive devices include medical mobility aids and ambulatory devices, medical furniture and bathroom safety products, hearing aids, and vision and reading aids. Medical mobility aids are specifically designed to assist individuals who have trouble moving around independently. These devices are available through various distribution channels, including online and offline sources, and are utilized by different end-users such as hospitals, homecare settings, nursing homes, assisted living facilities, and others.

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The elderly and disabled assistive devices market consists of sales of environmental controls, communication devices, and cognitive aids. 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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