Bariatric Lift Market Size, Share & Trends Analysis Report By Application, By Region (North America (U.S., Canada), Europe (England, Germany), Asia Pacific (Japan, China, Latin America (Brazil, Mexico), Middle East & Africa), And Segment Forecast, 2019 To 2025

The global bariatric lift market is anticipated to register substantial growth over the forecast period. Increasing incidences of lifestyle diseases and a high recovery cost from injuries promote the use of bariatric equipment. However, there is a lack of skilled training and knowledge to handle obese patients. In addition, handling obese patients is a difficult job. These are the key factors limiting the growth of the bariatric lift market.

Bariatrics” is a term used for providing healthcare for individuals who have extreme obesity. Calculating the Body Mass Index (BMI) is the most commonly accepted and consistent method for determining whether an individual is obese. Most often, hospital staff activates bariatric protocols when a patient’s weight exceeds 350 pounds.

At present, there is an increase in the number of bariatric admissions in hospitals. Due to this trend, there is a need to provide dignified care to bariatric patients that are safe for both - the patient and the healthcare provider. A large number of bariatric patients, due to their size and difficulty with mobility, require assistance with almost all the activities of daily living. It is here that the huge potential for the bariatric lifts market comes to the fore.

In addition, a number of cases have been reported where healthcare providers have experienced injuries while treating bariatric patients. All the activities like maintaining hygiene, bathing, ambulation, and dressing become much more challenging for bariatric patients and for the healthcare workers nurturing such kinds of patients.

Musculoskeletal injuries, sprains, strains, and excessive spinal loading are some of the risks that caregivers are exposed to while caring for bariatric patients. Thus, there is a pressing need and demand for specialized equipment that is specially designed for bariatric patients. In this context, the bariatric lift market is poised to exhibit sustained growth during the forecast period.

Heavy-duty patient lifts are specially designed to accommodate users who are of greater than average weight and require assistance in transferring from their beds to their wheelchairs or from wheelchairs or wheelchairs to the toilet, bath, or back into bed. The bariatric transfer equipment models offered here are made by top-name, respected manufacturers like Lumex, Hoyer, Bestcare, Drive, Apex, and Invacare.

These bariatric patient lifts range in lifting capacities from 500-lbs up to 1000-lbs and are each outfitted with powerful motors operated by 24-volt rechargeable battery systems. They are a safe, sturdy alternative to manually lifting patients and benefit the welfare of both - patient and caregiver alike. Adjustable base legs allow for easy maneuverability around furniture and bathroom fixtures.

Research states that both - men and women are approximately an inch taller and 25 pounds heavier than they were in 1960. This has led to a significant increase in the overweight and obese population. Obesity has become a major challenge for the healthcare system across the globe. A critical concern is the need and ability to care for bariatric patients, i.e. patients who are obese. Respecting the dignity of the bariatric patients and possessing the ability to care physically and emotionally for this segment of the patient population is a huge challenge.

The number of people suffering from obesity is increasing at an alarming rate in North America. Millions are suffering from obesity and yet manufacturers are reacting slowly to the demand for bariatric mobility equipment. This provides a great opportunity for new entrants in this market.

Bariatric products are poised to become the fastest-growing mobility aid segment in the coming years and this creates a huge opportunity for the bariatric lift market. Manufacturers are laying emphasis on providing special features since these products are made for heavy people, so durability, great performance, and ease of maneuvering have to be kept in mind while competing in the bariatric lift market.

On the basis of Region, the global bariatric lift market is segmented into North America, Europe, Asia Pacific, Latin America, and Middle East & Africa. The global market has been extensively analyzed on the basis of different regional factors such as gross domestic product (GDP), inflation rate, demographics, acceptance, and so on. Europe and North America are key markets for bariatric equipment. While Europe has the largest market size, North America is the fastest-growing bariatric equipment market. This is due to the proactive healthcare measures taken by the American government. The key players in the global bariatric lift market are Stryker Corporation and Invacare Corporation.