The global upper limb prosthetics market size is expected to reach USD 1.03 billion by 2030 and is projected to grow at a CAGR of 5.3% from 2024 to 2030, according to a new report by Grand View Research, Inc. Growing prevalence of diabetes, increasing geriatric population, increasing incidence of vascular disease, rise in road accidents, and increased number of sports injuries is expected to propel market growth over the forecast period. In addition, the high number of bone cancer cases is driving the market growth.
The increase in the incidence of road accidents has also propelled market growth. These accidents result in severe injuries, including damage or loss of upper limbs and upper limb amputations. Road traffic accidents account for the 8th leading cause of death globally. In addition, according to data published by the Ministry of Road Accidents and Highways, approximately 4,61,312 road accidents were reported in India in 2022. Thus, rising road accidents lead to increased demand for upper limb prosthetics.
Furthermore, growing number of sports injuries globally drives the market growth. For instance, according to data published by The Johns Hopkins University, annually, more than 775,000 children aged 14 and above are treated in hospital emergency rooms for sports-related injuries that occur due to overexertion during informal sports activities, falls, being struck by an object, and collisions. Such factors are attributed to the growth of the upper limb prosthetics industry.
North America dominated the market with a revenue share of over 40% in 2023. North America is the leading market for upper limb prosthetics across the globe. This growth can be attributed to well-established healthcare infrastructure, increasing R&D investments by companies, and favorable reimbursement policies. Moreover, the rising prevalence of osteosarcoma and increasing incidences of sports injuries are expected to drive market growth. Moreover, the focus of the U.S. healthcare system on the quality of care and value-based services has led to a favorable market environment for upper limb prosthetics.
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Based on component, the prosthetic arm segment held the largest revenue share of 30.9% in 2023. A rise in the number of amputations, an increasing number of serious injuries, and rapid technological advancements are among the major factors that drive the growth of the segment
Based on product type, the passive prosthetic devices segment dominated the market with a revenue share in 2023 owing to rising awareness of prosthetic devices among patients and rise in number of upper limb prosthetic surgeries
In terms of end-user, the clinics segment dominated the market in 2023. Clinics that provide personalized and customized prosthetic solutions and promote the segment's growth
North America dominated the market with a revenue share of over 45.8% in 2023 owing to well-established healthcare infrastructure and increasing R&D investments by companies
The Asia Pacific region is expected to grow at the fastest CAGR during the forecast period, owing to increasing geriatric population and rise in number of diabetic patients
Grand View Research has segmented the global upper limb prosthetics market based on component, product type, end-user, and region:
Upper Limb Prosthetics Component Outlook (Revenue, USD Million, 2018 - 2030)
Prosthetic Arm
Prosthetic Elbow
Prosthetic Wrist
Prosthetic Shoulder
Others
Upper Limb Prosthetics Product Type Outlook (Revenue, USD Million, 2018 - 2030)
Passive Prosthetic Devices
Body Powered Prosthetic Devices
Myoelectric Prosthetic Devices
Hybrid Prosthetic Devices
Upper Limb Prosthetics End-user Outlook (Revenue, USD Million, 2018 - 2030)
Hospitals
Clinics
Others
Upper Limb Prosthetics Regional Outlook (Revenue, USD Million, 2018 - 2030)
North America
U.S.
Canada
Europe
U.K.
Germany
France
Italy
Spain
Denmark
Sweden
Norway
Asia Pacific
China
Japan
India
Australia
Thailand
South Korea
Latin America
Brazil
Mexico
Argentina
Middle East & Africa
South Africa
Saudi Arabia
UAE
Kuwait
List of Key Players in Upper Limb Prosthetics Market
Össur
Ottobock
Steeper Group.
Fillauer LLC
Open Bionics
Comprehensive Prosthetics & Orthotics
COAPT LLC.
Mobius Bionics.
Protunix
Motorica
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