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Wheelchairs (Powered and Manual) - Global Strategic Business Report

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  • 203 Pages
  • May 2024
  • Region: Global
  • Global Industry Analysts, Inc
  • ID: 338879

Global Wheelchairs (Powered and Manual) Market to Reach $6.5 Billion by 2030

The global market for Wheelchairs (Powered and Manual) estimated at US$5 Billion in the year 2023, is projected to reach a revised size of US$6.5 Billion by 2030, growing at a CAGR of 3.7% over the analysis period 2023-2030. Electric Wheelchairs, one of the segments analyzed in the report, is expected to record 5.3% CAGR and reach US$4.1 Billion by the end of the analysis period. Growth in the Manual Wheelchairs segment is estimated at 1.4% CAGR for the next 7-year period.

The U.S. Market is Estimated at $1.4 Billion, While China is Forecast to Grow at 6.8% CAGR

The Wheelchairs (Powered and Manual) market in the U.S. is estimated at US$1.4 Billion in the year 2023. China, the world's second largest economy, is forecast to reach a projected market size of US$1.4 Billion by the year 2030 trailing a CAGR of 6.8% over the analysis period 2023 to 2030. Among the other noteworthy geographic markets are Japan and Canada, each forecast to grow at 0.8% and 4.4% respectively over the 2023-2030 period. Within Europe, Germany is forecast to grow at approximately 1.8% CAGR.

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  • Competitor coverage with global market shares of major players
  • Player market presence analysis (Strong/Active/Niche/Trivial) across multiple geographies
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What to Expect from the Global Economy in 2024

Edgy geopolitics, and economic instability caused by monetary policy tightening and ensuing higher interest rates will create a tumultuous landscape for 2024. Several factors will continue to exert pressure on the path to recovery including hostilities in the Middle East and increasingly common climate disasters. Among the risks, several positives are also taking shape such as growing signs of disinflation and easing of anxiety over stubborn inflation, supply chain normalization and price moderation despite volatility in energy costs. Elections across several G21 jurisdictions, notably in India and the United States, will have potential ramifications for capital flows and investment strategies. While India emerges as a compelling destination in the global investment landscape, U.S, based tech firms will continue to dominate, fueled by a dynamic ecosystem of talent and capital. Tech opportunities in Silicon Valley and beyond remain attractive for investors seeking high-growth prospects supported largely by a resilient albeit slowing domestic economy and conducive regulatory environment. Europe will continue to battle tight monetary policy and recession risks with U.K. having the most challenging outlook and running the greatest risk of recession in 2024. China remains a wild card with hope for growth in the country underpinned by government spending and improvements in consumer spending. The volatile environment will offer both opportunities and challenges for investors and businesses alike. Embracing volatility as a catalyst for growth together with agility and strategic foresight in navigating investment decisions will remain important for survival.

Select Competitors (Total 61 Featured):

  • 21st Century Scientific Inc.
  • Convaid Products, LLC
  • Etac AB
  • Foshan Dongfang Medical Equipment Manufactory (Ltd.)
  • Future Mobility Products
  • GF Health Products, Inc.
  • Invacare Corporation
  • Karma Medical Products Co., Ltd.
  • Karma Mobility
  • Karman Healthcare
  • LEVO AG
  • Magic Mobility Pty. Ltd.
  • Matsunaga Manufactory Co., Ltd.
  • Medline Industries, Inc.
  • MEYRA GmbH
  • Otto Bock HealthCare GmbH
  • Permobil, Inc.
  • Pihsiang Machinery MFG. Co. Ltd.
  • Pride Mobility Products Corporation

Table of Contents

I. METHODOLOGYII. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
1. MARKET OVERVIEW
  • Influencer Market Insights
  • World Market Trajectories
  • Global Economic Update
  • Wheelchairs - A Preview
  • Recent Market Activity
  • Wheelchairs: Meeting Mobility Needs of the Disabled for Personal, Social, and Professional Fulfillment
  • Wheelchair Needs and Adoption Rates - A Global Statistical Review
  • Superior Attributes over Manual Wheelchairs Drive Strong Demand for Powered Wheelchairs
  • Major Growth Drivers in a Nutshell
  • Technology Superiority, New Features and Improved Functionality Drive Surging Popularity of Powered Wheelchairs
  • Component Optimization for Enhanced Efficiency
  • Balancing Functionality and Accessibility
  • Focusing on Progressive Needs
  • Despite Cannibalization by Powered Wheelchairs, Manual Wheelchairs Continue to Sustain Market Growth
  • Relatively Lesser Price: An Important Criterion for Manual Wheelchairs
  • Affordable Wheelchairs: The Need of the Hour in Developing Markets
  • Global Market Outlook
  • The US: Single Largest Wheelchairs Market Worldwide
  • Developing Countries to Turbo Charge Current and Future Market Growth
  • Wheelchairs (Powered and Manual) - Global Key Competitors Percentage Market Share in 2024 (E)
  • Competitive Market Presence - Strong/Active/Niche/Trivial for Players Worldwide in 2024 (E)
2. FOCUS ON SELECT PLAYERS
  • 21st Century Scientific Inc. (USA)
  • Drive|DeVilbiss Healthcare (USA)
  • Etac AB (Sweden)
  • Convaid Products, LLC (USA)
  • Foshan Dongfang Medical Equipment Manufactory (Ltd.) (China)
  • Future Mobility Products (USA)
  • GF Health Products, Inc. (USA)
  • Invacare Corporation (USA)
  • Karma Medical Products Co., Ltd. (Taiwan)
  • Karma Mobility (UK)
  • Karman Healthcare (USA)
  • LEVO AG (Switzerland)
  • Magic Mobility Pty. Ltd. (Australia)
  • Matsunaga Manufactory Co., Ltd. (Japan)
  • Medline Industries, Inc. (USA)
  • MEYRA GmbH (Germany)
  • Otto Bock HealthCare GmbH (Germany)
  • Permobil, Inc. (USA)
  • Pihsiang Machinery MFG. Co. Ltd. (Taiwan)
  • Pride Mobility Products Corporation (USA)
  • Sunrise Medical LLC (USA)
3. MARKET TRENDS & DRIVERS
  • Market Fortunes Intrinsically Tied to the Home Medical Equipment (HME)/Durable Medical Equipment (DME) Industry
  • Shift in Nature of Medical Care towards Non-Hospital Environment: The Primary Growth Driver for HME
  • Favorable Trends in the Personal Mobility Devices Market Strengthens Market Prospects
  • Wheelchairs Dominate the Global Medical Mobility Aids Market
  • Aging Population and their Vulnerability to Various Diseases and Disabilities: Foundation for Market Growth
  • Demographic Statistics of Aging Populace: Unfurling the Market Potential
  • Rising Number of Rheumatoid Arthritis and Osteoporosis Procedures Benefit Market Expansion
  • Rising Incidence of Disability: A Grim Reality Driving the Wheelchairs Market
  • Increasing Spinal Cord Injuries Escalates Global Disability Count
  • Rise in Global Obesity Epidemic Drives Demand for Bariatric Wheelchairs
  • Positive Outlook for Healthcare Industry Signals Promising Growth in Demand
  • Steady Launch of Lightweight, CompacTable and Customized Travel Wheelchairs Bodes Well for the Market
  • Custom Wheelchairs: Catering to Individual Needs of the Differently-Abled
  • Rising Need to Lead Active Outdoor Lifestyle Boosts Demand for All-Terrain Wheelchairs
  • Demand for Sports Wheelchairs Driven by Growing Popularity of Disabled Sports and Recreational Activities
  • Online Marketing and Online Sales Increase Market Penetration
  • Select Leading Online Wheelchair Stores Worldwide
  • 1800WHEELCHAIR.com Inc. (US)
  • Independent Living & Mobility (Australia)
  • MEDmarketplace.com, Inc. (US)
  • MedSupplyShop.com (US)
  • Mobility Choices
  • More Than Mobility
  • The Mobility Store
  • Growing Prominence of Safe and Quality Healthcare Services Drive Demand for Wheelchair Accessible Vehicle (WAV) Converters
  • Research to Focus on Shared Control Approaches in Assistive Mobility Technology
  • Collaborative Wheelchair Assistance
  • Sensory Motor Interaction
  • Repair & Maintenance Costs: A Key Cause for Concern
  • Reimbursement Factor Curtail Growth of Standing Wheelchairs
  • Initiatives to Drive Innovation in Wheelchair Market
  • Self-Driving or Autonomous Wheelchairs to Transform Millions of Lives
  • Researchers to Design Millennium Falcon Wheelchair for Kids
  • Autonomous Wheelchairs to Enhance Quality of Life of Physically Challenged Individuals
  • Massey University Develops New Wheelchair Prototype Featuring Innovative Propulsion System
  • Self-driving Wheelchair with LIDAR Scanners and Mapping Technology
  • Novel Waterproof and Lightweight Wheelchair
  • Innovative Wheelchair with Stair Climbing Capability
  • New Wheelchair Equipped with Self-Driving Technology
  • Developing a Cognitive Navigation System for Wheelchairs
  • Advanced Wheel Technologies for Improving Performance of Ultralight Manual Wheelchairs
  • Forward Prolusion for Improvement in Biomechanics - A New Innovation
  • Softwheel Addresses the Issue of Shock Absorption
  • Novel Wheelchair for making Wheelchair-bound People Stronger and Independent
  • Smart Wheelchairs with Artificial Intelligence Control Systems
  • Racing Wheelchairs: Technology and Challenges
  • Leveraging Developments in the Cycling Industry
  • Increase in 3D Printing
  • Big Auto Companies Eye Racing Wheelchairs Space
  • Augmented Reality to Revolutionize Indoor Navigation for Wheelchair Users
  • Mobile Augmented Reality: Enabling Social Inclusion and a Quality Life
  • iBOT Wheelchair
  • Futuristic Wheelchairs
  • Futuristic Wheelchair with iPhone Voice Control System
  • High Technology-Integrated Wheelchairs for Tech Savvy Users
  • Segway Wheelchair
  • A Hands-free, Segway-Type Wheelchair
  • Carbon Black: An Ultra-Tough Wheelchair made of Carbon Fiber
  • Advancements in Wheelchair Control Techniques
  • Nex-Gen Wheelchair Designs Promote Productive and Active Lifestyle for the Disabled
  • Technology Innovations that Transformed the Humble Manual Wheelchair
  • LOCOMO-WC Motorized Wheelchairs for Developing Countries
  • Scalevo Wheelchair to Enable People to Easily Climb Stairs
  • TiLite Aero Z - An Ultralight Wheelchair for People with Less Physical Strength
  • Robots for Propelling Manual Wheelchairs
  • Select Power Wheelchair Design Trends
  • Single-Stage Gearboxes to Replace Multi-stage Gearboxes in Power Wheelchairs in Future
  • Select Innovative Power Wheelchair Concepts, Designs, and Models in Recent Years
  • The Go Wheelchair: Customizable 3D-Printed Wheelchair
  • Caspar Schmitz Develops Design for a Transformable Wheelchair
  • EZ Lite Cruiser Heavy Duty (HD) Personal Mobility Aid
  • Select Innovative Wheelchair Designs for Paraplegics
  • Affordable Wheel Chair for Paraplegics in Developing Countries
  • Wheelchair with Geared Wheel System for Uphill Climbing
  • CHILD: A New Wheelchair with Motion Control System
  • MIT Scientists Develop Voice-Controlled Robotic Wheelchair
  • Wheelchairs with Sensors to Read Brain Waves
  • The Stair Climbing B-Free Wheelchair
  • Portashopper™: Lightweight Electric Wheelchair with Innovative Battery Technology
  • ISIC and HERL to Develop Affordable Electric Wheelchair for Indian Environment
  • Rowheels Reduce Efforts to Push Manual Wheelchairs
  • Wheelchair with SoftWheel Technology
  • Improved Basketball Wheelchairs
  • EAZ Disabled Mobility Device
  • Transit Stroller: Wheelchair for Children with Special Needs
  • The Nexgen Robotic Wheelchair from Chiba Institute of Technology
  • Wheelchair with Distance Sensor
  • The Vision-guided Wheelchair
  • Other Noteworthy Wheelchair Models Available in the Market: What, Who & How it Works
4. GLOBAL MARKET PERSPECTIVE
  • Table 1: World Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Wheelchairs (Powered and Manual) by Geographic Region - USA, Canada, Japan, China, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Latin America, Middle East and Africa Markets - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for Years 2023 through 2030 and % CAGR
  • Table 2: World Historic Review for Wheelchairs (Powered and Manual) by Geographic Region - USA, Canada, Japan, China, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Latin America, Middle East and Africa Markets - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for Years 2014 through 2022 and % CAGR
  • Table 3: World 16-Year Perspective for Wheelchairs (Powered and Manual) by Geographic Region - Percentage Breakdown of Value Sales for USA, Canada, Japan, China, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Latin America, Middle East and Africa Markets for Years 2014, 2024 & 2030
  • Table 4: World Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Manual Wheelchairs by Geographic Region - USA, Canada, Japan, China, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Latin America, Middle East and Africa Markets - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for Years 2023 through 2030 and % CAGR
  • Table 5: World Historic Review for Manual Wheelchairs by Geographic Region - USA, Canada, Japan, China, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Latin America, Middle East and Africa Markets - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for Years 2014 through 2022 and % CAGR
  • Table 6: World 16-Year Perspective for Manual Wheelchairs by Geographic Region - Percentage Breakdown of Value Sales for USA, Canada, Japan, China, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Latin America, Middle East and Africa for Years 2014, 2024 & 2030
  • Table 7: World Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Electric Wheelchairs by Geographic Region - USA, Canada, Japan, China, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Latin America, Middle East and Africa Markets - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for Years 2023 through 2030 and % CAGR
  • Table 8: World Historic Review for Electric Wheelchairs by Geographic Region - USA, Canada, Japan, China, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Latin America, Middle East and Africa Markets - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for Years 2014 through 2022 and % CAGR
  • Table 9: World 16-Year Perspective for Electric Wheelchairs by Geographic Region - Percentage Breakdown of Value Sales for USA, Canada, Japan, China, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Latin America, Middle East and Africa for Years 2014, 2024 & 2030
  • Table 10: World Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Rehabilitation Centers by Geographic Region - USA, Canada, Japan, China, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Latin America, Middle East and Africa Markets - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for Years 2023 through 2030 and % CAGR
  • Table 11: World Historic Review for Rehabilitation Centers by Geographic Region - USA, Canada, Japan, China, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Latin America, Middle East and Africa Markets - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for Years 2014 through 2022 and % CAGR
  • Table 12: World 16-Year Perspective for Rehabilitation Centers by Geographic Region - Percentage Breakdown of Value Sales for USA, Canada, Japan, China, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Latin America, Middle East and Africa for Years 2014, 2024 & 2030
  • Table 13: World Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Homecare by Geographic Region - USA, Canada, Japan, China, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Latin America, Middle East and Africa Markets - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for Years 2023 through 2030 and % CAGR
  • Table 14: World Historic Review for Homecare by Geographic Region - USA, Canada, Japan, China, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Latin America, Middle East and Africa Markets - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for Years 2014 through 2022 and % CAGR
  • Table 15: World 16-Year Perspective for Homecare by Geographic Region - Percentage Breakdown of Value Sales for USA, Canada, Japan, China, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Latin America, Middle East and Africa for Years 2014, 2024 & 2030
  • Table 16: World Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Hospitals & Ambulatory Care Centers by Geographic Region - USA, Canada, Japan, China, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Latin America, Middle East and Africa Markets - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for Years 2023 through 2030 and % CAGR
  • Table 17: World Historic Review for Hospitals & Ambulatory Care Centers by Geographic Region - USA, Canada, Japan, China, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Latin America, Middle East and Africa Markets - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for Years 2014 through 2022 and % CAGR
  • Table 18: World 16-Year Perspective for Hospitals & Ambulatory Care Centers by Geographic Region - Percentage Breakdown of Value Sales for USA, Canada, Japan, China, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Latin America, Middle East and Africa for Years 2014, 2024 & 2030
  • Table 19: World Wheelchairs (Powered and Manual) Market Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for Years 2014 through 2030
III. MARKET ANALYSIS
UNITED STATES
  • Wheelchairs (Powered and Manual) Market Presence - Strong/Active/Niche/Trivial - Key Competitors in the United States for 2024 (E)
CANADA
JAPAN
  • Wheelchairs (Powered and Manual) Market Presence - Strong/Active/Niche/Trivial - Key Competitors in Japan for 2024 (E)
CHINA
  • Wheelchairs (Powered and Manual) Market Presence - Strong/Active/Niche/Trivial - Key Competitors in China for 2024 (E)
EUROPE
  • Wheelchairs (Powered and Manual) Market Presence - Strong/Active/Niche/Trivial - Key Competitors in Europe for 2024 (E)
FRANCE
  • Wheelchairs (Powered and Manual) Market Presence - Strong/Active/Niche/Trivial - Key Competitors in France for 2024 (E)
GERMANY
  • Wheelchairs (Powered and Manual) Market Presence - Strong/Active/Niche/Trivial - Key Competitors in Germany for 2024 (E)
ITALY
UNITED KINGDOM
  • Wheelchairs (Powered and Manual) Market Presence - Strong/Active/Niche/Trivial - Key Competitors in the United Kingdom for 2024 (E)
SPAINRUSSIAREST OF EUROPE
ASIA-PACIFIC
  • Wheelchairs (Powered and Manual) Market Presence - Strong/Active/Niche/Trivial - Key Competitors in Asia-Pacific for 2024 (E)
AUSTRALIA
  • Wheelchairs (Powered and Manual) Market Presence - Strong/Active/Niche/Trivial - Key Competitors in Australia for 2024 (E)
INDIA
  • Wheelchairs (Powered and Manual) Market Presence - Strong/Active/Niche/Trivial - Key Competitors in India for 2024 (E)
SOUTH KOREAREST OF ASIA-PACIFIC
LATIN AMERICA
  • Wheelchairs (Powered and Manual) Market Presence - Strong/Active/Niche/Trivial - Key Competitors in Latin America for 2024 (E)
ARGENTINABRAZILMEXICOREST OF LATIN AMERICA
MIDDLE EAST
  • Wheelchairs (Powered and Manual) Market Presence - Strong/Active/Niche/Trivial - Key Competitors in Middle East for 2024 (E)
IRANISRAELSAUDI ARABIAUNITED ARAB EMIRATESREST OF MIDDLE EAST
AFRICA
  • Wheelchairs (Powered and Manual) Market Presence - Strong/Active/Niche/Trivial - Key Competitors in Africa for 2024 (E)
IV. COMPETITION

Companies Mentioned (Partial List)

A selection of companies mentioned in this report includes, but is not limited to:

  • 21st Century Scientific Inc.
  • Convaid Products, LLC
  • Etac AB
  • Foshan Dongfang Medical Equipment Manufactory (Ltd.)
  • Future Mobility Products
  • GF Health Products, Inc.
  • Invacare Corporation
  • Karma Medical Products Co., Ltd.
  • Karma Mobility
  • Karman Healthcare
  • LEVO AG
  • Magic Mobility Pty. Ltd.
  • Matsunaga Manufactory Co., Ltd.
  • Medline Industries, Inc.
  • MEYRA GmbH
  • Otto Bock HealthCare GmbH
  • Permobil, Inc.
  • Pihsiang Machinery MFG. Co. Ltd.
  • Pride Mobility Products Corporation

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