Orthotics is a medical field that deals with designing and construction of orthoses which is an external support to modify, control or immobilize movement. Orthoses assist in correction of muscle and joint by restriction and alignment of bones.

1. Orthopedic Orthotics Market - Global Industry Analysis,
Size, Share, Growth, Trends and Forecast 2016 - 2024
Orthopedic Orthotics Market: Overview
Orthotics is a medical field that deals with designing and construction of orthoses
which is an external support to modify, control or immobilize movement. Orthoses
assist in correction of muscle and joint by restriction and alignment of bones.
Orthopedic orthoses are prescribed in case of deformity due to accidents, trauma,
osteoarthritis, birth defects or sports injury. Orthoses can be prefabricated or
customized for appropriate fitting. Orthoses devices are usually made from plastic or
graphite as they offer appropriate flexibility while restricting abnormal movement.
Neoprene is also used widely in soft braces and provides comfort and easy application
to the patient.
For minor deformities and injuries especially during sports and injury, soft braces and
usually recommended. Orthopedic orthoses are available for various anatomies such
as wrist, hand, elbow, spine, knee, ankle, and foot.
Orthopedic Orthotics Market: Growth Enablers
Technological advances such as computer assisted design (CAD) and 3D printing
have increased trend for personalized orthoses. Being customized these devices
deliver better results as compared to pre-fabricated, as these devices may not provide
proper immobilization. With changing customer preferences due to increasing
disposable income, and awareness of available medical services, the market for
customized orthoses is increasing rapidly. Increasing trend for physical fitness in baby
boomers has increased hospital visits for muscle pain and other skeletal muscular
problems.
Sports activities in school also have given rise to injuries among teenagers. According
to a survey conducted by Safe Kids Worldwide in 2013, common sports related

2. injuries among teenagers include ankle which accounts for 15% of the injuries, while
head and fingers account for 14% and 12% respectively. The report also details that
girls are almost 8 times more susceptible to anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) injury as
compared to boys. Ligament injuries are most in sports where quick and extreme
movements are required such as basketball, soccer, and tennis; while fractures are
common in extreme sports. Incidences of Achilles tendon rupture, tennis elbow, and
micro fractures are also common in sports.
These increased incidences in sports injuries contribute majorly to the orthopedic
orthoses market. International Osteoporosis Foundation suggests that over 200 million
individuals globally suffer from osteoporosis. In another data published by
Osteoporosis Canada, more than 80% of all fractures in people above 50 years of age
are caused by osteoporosis. Thus increased prevalence of osteoporosis is also adding
to patient pool for application of orthopedic orthoses. Although aforementioned
factors are expected to drive the market lower reimbursement rates are restricting the
market growth.
Orthopedic Orthotics Market: Region-wise Insight
North America leads the orthopedic orthotics market owing to the early market
initiation and high cost of devices. The market in Asia Pacific region although
accounts for a smaller share, is expected to grow at a faster rate as compared to North
America and Europe, where India, China and Japan are the major contributors. Major
reason are India and China having the highest population densities in the world, while
Japan being the second largest medical devices market next to the U.S.. Developing
economies and acceptance of latest technology has boosted the market growth in these
countries. Higher incidences of road accidents in India will contribute majorly to the
orthopedic orthotics market.
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Orthopedic Orthotics Market: Key Players
Some of the major players in the orthopedic orthotics market include DJO Global,
Ossur, Fillauer, Breg, Thuasne Basko Healthcare, and Allard International. Various
local players also exist which provide customized orthopedic orthoses using CAD and
3D printing technologies.

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