Europe Knee Braces Market Size, Share & Trends Analysis Report By Delivery Channel (E-commerce, Retail, and Hospitals/ Orthopedic Clinics), By Product (Functional, Unloader, Prophylactic, and Rehabilitative), By Application, By Country and Growth Forecast, 2024 - 2031
The Europe Knee Braces Market would witness market growth of 4.3% CAGR during the forecast period (2024-2031). In the year 2021, the Europe market's volume surged to 4,156.0 thousand units, showcasing a growth of 5.4% (2020-2023).
In the Market, retail outlets play a crucial role in making orthopedic devices accessible to a wide range of consumers. Retail stores, both brick-and-mortar establishments and online platforms, serve as primary points of purchase for knee braces, catering to individuals seeking immediate solutions for their knee-related concerns. Brick-and-mortar retailers offer a physical space where consumers can browse and purchase these braces directly off the shelves. Therefore, the Germany market make use of 306.3 thousand units of braces by Retail stores in 2023.
The Germany market dominated the Europe Knee Braces Market by Country in 2023, and would continue to be a dominant market till 2031; thereby, achieving a market value of $158.2 million by 2031. The UK market is exhibiting a CAGR of 3.3% during (2024 - 2031). Additionally, The France market would experience a CAGR of 5.1% during (2024 - 2031).
Knee braces, referred to as knee supports or orthoses, are orthopedic devices made to support, stabilize, and shield the knee joint. They are commonly used in managing and rehabilitating various knee conditions, ranging from acute injuries to chronic degenerative disorders. The applications of these braces are diverse, spanning various clinical and non-clinical scenarios. For example, one of the fundamental applications of these braces is in injury prevention, particularly among athletes and active individuals. It lowers the risk of injury during high-impact sports and physical activities by supporting and stabilizing the knee joint.
Additionally, these braces play a crucial role in rehabilitation following knee injuries or surgeries. They help stabilize the knee joint, control the range of motion, and support the injured structures during the healing phase. Rehabilitative braces are commonly prescribed for patients recovering from anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) tears, meniscal injuries, and knee arthroplasty procedures, facilitating safe and effective rehabilitation.
As the number of individuals with MSDs, such as arthritis and osteoarthritis, continues to rise in Europe, there is a growing demand for the braces. In Europe, musculoskeletal disorders are very frequent, with more than 20% of Europeans developing such a disorder in their lifetime, and conditions and activities in some workplaces may be an important cause of MSDs. It offers a conservative approach to pain relief, stability enhancement, and joint support, making them popular among individuals seeking alternatives to surgery or medication. Therefore, increasing prevalence of musculoskeletal disorders in the region are propelling the market’s growth.
Based on Delivery Channel, the market is segmented into E-commerce, Retail, and Hospitals/ Orthopedic Clinics. Based on Product, the market is segmented into Functional, Unloader, Prophylactic, and Rehabilitative. Based on Application, the market is segmented into Arthritis, Sports, Ligament, and Others. Based on countries, the market is segmented into Germany, UK, France, Russia, Spain, Italy, and Rest of Europe.
List of Key Companies Profiled
- Enovis Corporation (DJO Global, Inc.)
- 3M Company
- Ossur Hf. (Embla Medical hf.)
- Orthofix Medical, Inc. (Breg, Inc.)
- Mueller Sports Medicine, Inc.
- McDavid, Inc. (EZ GARD Industries, Inc.)
- Bauerfeind AG
- Medi GmbH & Co. KG
- Ottobock SE & Co. KGaA
- Tynor Orthotics Private Limited
Europe Knee Braces Market Report Segmentation
By Delivery Channel (Volume, Thousand Units, USD Billion, 2020-2031)
- E-commerce
- Retail
- Hospitals/ Orthopedic Clinics
By Product (Volume, Thousand Units, USD Billion, 2020-2031)
- Functional
- Unloader
- Prophylactic
- Rehabilitative
By Application (Volume, Thousand Units, USD Billion, 2020-2031)
- Arthritis
- Sports
- Ligament
- Others
By Country (Volume, Thousand Units, USD Billion, 2020-2031)
- Germany
- UK
- France
- Russia
- Spain
- Italy
- Rest of Europe