Sports Medicine Global Market Report 2024

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“Sports Medicine Global Market Report 2024 ” from The Business Research Company provides strategists, marketers and senior management with the critical information they need to assess the market.

This report focuses on sports medicine market which is experiencing strong growth. The report gives a guide to the trends which will be shaping the market over the next ten years and beyond.

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The report covers market characteristics, size and growth, segmentation, regional and country breakdowns, competitive landscape, market shares, trends and strategies for this market. It traces the market's historic and forecast market growth by geography.

Scope

Markets Covered:

1) By Product: Implants; Fracture And Ligament Repair Products; Arthroscopy Devices; Prosthetics; Other Products
2) By Injury Type: Knee Injuries; Shoulder Injuries; Foot And Ankle Injuries; Back And Spine Injuries; Hip And Groin Injuries
3) By End User: Hospitals; Ambulatory Surgery Centers; Physiotherapy Centers And Clinics
Companies Mentioned: Stryker Corporation; Arthrex Inc.; Wright Medical Technology Inc.; Zimmer Biomet Holdings Inc.; Smith & Nephew plc
Countries: Australia; Brazil; China; France; Germany; India; Indonesia; Japan; Russia; South Korea; UK; USA; Canada; Italy; Spain
Regions: Asia-Pacific; Western Europe; Eastern Europe; North America; South America; Middle East; Africa
Time series: Five years historic and ten years forecast.
Data: Ratios of market size and growth to related markets, GDP proportions, expenditure per capita,
Data segmentations: country and regional historic and forecast data, market share of competitors, market segments.
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Executive Summary

Sports medicine is a specialized field of medicine dedicated to physical fitness, injury treatment, and injury prevention associated with athletic activities, aiming to alleviate pain and reduce inflammation.

Key products within the realm of sports medicine include implants, fracture and ligament repair tools, arthroscopy devices, prosthetics, and other related items. Implants refer to tissues or devices utilized inside or on the body following repair or replacement of a specific part. Sports medicine products cater to treating various injury types, including knee injuries, shoulder injuries, foot and ankle injuries, back and spine injuries, as well as hip and groin injuries. These products find application across a spectrum of end users such as hospitals, ambulatory surgery centers, physiotherapy centers, and clinics, supporting the diagnosis, treatment, and rehabilitation processes for athletes and individuals involved in physical activities.

The sports medicine market research report is one of a series of new reports from The Business Research Company that provides sports medicines market statistics, including sports medicines industry global market size, regional shares, competitors with a sports medicines market share, detailed sports medicines market segments, market trends and opportunities, and any further data you may need to thrive in the sports medicines industry. This sports medicines market research report delivers a complete perspective of everything you need, with an in-depth analysis of the current and future scenario of the industry.

The sports medicine market size has grown strongly in recent years. It will grow from $7.61 billion in 2023 to $8.21 billion in 2024 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 7.8%. The growth observed in the historical period can be attributed to the rise in sports injuries, a growing emphasis on physical fitness, an increase in sports participation, the expansion of arthroscopic procedures, a focus on injury prevention programs, and increasing awareness among athletes.

The sports medicine market size is expected to see strong growth in the next few years. It will grow to $11 billion in 2028 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 7.6%. The anticipated growth in the forecast period can be attributed to personalized medicine approaches, the expansion of sports medicine clinics, nutritional strategies for performance enhancement, global sports events, and sponsorships, as well as an increased focus on mental health in sports. Key trends expected in the forecast period include technological solutions for rehabilitation, telemedicine and remote monitoring, the integration of wearable technologies, advanced orthopedic technologies, and collaboration with sports teams and leagues.

The anticipated increase in sports injuries is set to drive the growth of the sports medicine market. These injuries, occurring during sports or exercise, are not exclusive to athletes and can result from direct impact, overuse, or force application. Sports medicine, providing treatment and support for such injuries, is poised for market growth. In 2021, a report from the National Safety Council revealed a 20% rise in sports and recreational injuries in the US, reaching 409,224. Notably, 91% of injury victims received treatment in the emergency department, underscoring the pivotal role of sports medicine in addressing these incidents and propelling market expansion.

The expanding athlete population is expected to fuel the growth of the sports medicine market. This demographic comprises individuals participating in athletic activities at various levels, from amateur and recreational to professional athletes. Sports medicine plays a critical role in supporting athlete well-being, enhancing performance, and minimizing injury risks. In May 2022, the National Collegiate Athletic Association reported a record-high of over 520,000 student-athletes participating in NCAA championship sports during the 2021-2022 period. The increasing athlete population stands as a driving force behind the growth of the sports medicine market.

Innovations in product offerings emerge as a prominent trend in the sports medicine market. Major industry players are actively engaged in developing technological solutions to enhance their market standing. Notably, in April 2021, Smith & Nephew Inc., a UK-based medical equipment manufacturing company, introduced 4KO, a new 4K surgical imaging technology. This innovative technology aims to improve image quality, boasting a minimum 30% increase in resolution. By providing enhanced brightness and clarity to surgeons, 4KO assists in determining optimal treatment for patients. This technological advancement signifies a strategic move by Smith & Nephew to expand its sports medicine wireless arthroscopic tower and reinforce its position in the market.

Major players in the sports medicine market are strategically leveraging digital distribution channels, particularly through product websites, to drive revenue growth. Maruho Co. Ltd., a Japan-based pharmaceutical company, exemplifies this trend by launching an updated website in March 2023 to support its next phase of growth. The revamped website showcases Maruho Medical's product range, with a specific emphasis on the company's innovative focus on soft tissue fixation in sports medicine. Notably, the newly introduced apollo knotless anchor takes center stage on the website, alongside the entire product line. This digital platform serves to support Maruho's future technological advancements in the soft tissue repair portfolio, providing valuable resources for both customers and the sales team. The knotless fixation feature of the anchor aligns with Maruho's goal of introducing innovative techniques for soft tissue fixation in sports medicine.

In January 2023, Zimmer Biomet Holdings Inc., a leading US-based medical device company, executed a strategic acquisition by purchasing Embody Inc. for $155 million. This move is integral to Zimmer Biomet's expansion in the burgeoning sports medicine industry. The acquisition encompasses Embody's comprehensive line of collagen-based biointegrative solutions, including the biointegrative implant tapestry designed for tendon healing and tapestry RC, one of the initial arthroscopic implant systems for rotator cuff repair. Embody Inc., a US-based medical device company specializing in advanced biomaterials and technologies, brings innovative products to Zimmer Biomet's portfolio, reinforcing its position in the dynamic sports medicine market.

Major companies operating in the sports medicine market report are Stryker Corporation, Arthrex Inc., Wright Medical Technology Inc., Zimmer Biomet Holdings Inc., Smith & Nephew plc, Mueller Sports Medicine Inc., Karl Storz SE & Co KG, CONMED Corporation, Johnson & Johnson, DJ Orthopedics LLC, Breg Inc., RTI Surgical Inc., Performance Health International Limited, Bauerfeind AG, Ossur Corporate, Cramer Product Inc., Medtronic plc, Bioventus LLC, Braun Melsungen AG, Hanger Inc., AlloSource Inc., Novartis AG, Surgalign Holdings Inc., DePuy Synthes Companies, Acumed LLC, Integra LifeSciences Corporation, Orthofix Medical Inc., Medline Industries Inc., Musculoskeletal Transplant Foundation, ArjoHuntleigh.

North America was the largest region in the sports medicine market in 2023. The regions covered in the sports medicine market report are Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa

The countries covered in the sports medicine market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Canada, Italy, Spain.

The sports medicine market includes revenues earned by entities by providing physical therapy, personal training, and ultra-minimally invasive treatment. The market value includes the value of related goods sold by the service provider or included within the service offering. Only goods and services traded between entities or sold to end consumers are included.

The market value is defined as the revenues that enterprises gain from the sale of goods and/or services within the specified market and geography through sales, grants, or donations in terms of the currency (in USD, unless otherwise specified).

The revenues for a specified geography are consumption values that are revenues generated by organizations in the specified geography within the market, irrespective of where they are produced. It does not include revenues from resales along the supply chain, either further along the supply chain or as part of other products.

Product Code: r11362

1. Executive Summary

2. Sports Medicine Market Characteristics

3. Sports Medicine Market Trends And Strategies

4. Sports Medicine Market - Macro Economic Scenario

4.1. Impact Of High Inflation On the Market
4.2. Ukraine-Russia War Impact On the Market
4.3. COVID-19 Impact On the Market

5. Global Sports Medicine Market Size and Growth

5.1. Global Sports Medicine Market Drivers and Restraints
- 5.1.1. Drivers Of The Market
- 5.1.2. Restraints Of The Market
5.2. Global Sports Medicine Historic Market Size and Growth, 2018 - 2023, Value ($ Billion)
5.3. Global Sports Medicine Forecast Market Size and Growth, 2023 - 2028, 2033F, Value ($ Billion)

6. Sports Medicine Market Segmentation

6.1. Global Sports Medicine Market, Segmentation By Product, Historic and Forecast, 2018-2023, 2023-2028F, 2033F, $ Billion
Implants
Fracture And Ligament Repair Products
Arthroscopy Devices
Prosthetics
Other Products
6.2. Global Sports Medicine Market, Segmentation By Injury Type, Historic and Forecast, 2018-2023, 2023-2028F, 2033F, $ Billion
Knee Injuries
Shoulder Injuries
Foot And Ankle Injuries
Back And Spine Injuries
Hip And Groin Injuries
6.3. Global Sports Medicine Market, Segmentation By End User, Historic and Forecast, 2018-2023, 2023-2028F, 2033F, $ Billion
Hospitals
Ambulatory Surgery Centres
Physiotherapy Centres And Clinics

7. Sports Medicine Market Regional And Country Analysis

7.1. Global Sports Medicine Market, Split By Region, Historic and Forecast, 2018-2023, 2023-2028F, 2033F, $ Billion
7.2. Global Sports Medicine Market, Split By Country, Historic and Forecast, 2018-2023, 2023-2028F, 2033F, $ Billion

8. Asia-Pacific Sports Medicine Market

8.1. Asia-Pacific Sports Medicine Market Overview
Region Information, Impact Of COVID-19, Market Information, Background Information, Government Initiatives, Regulations, Regulatory Bodies, Major Associations, Taxes Levied, Corporate Tax Structure, Investments, Major Companies
8.2. Asia-Pacific Sports Medicine Market, Segmentation By Product, Historic and Forecast, 2018-2023, 2023-2028F, 2033F, $ Billion
8.3. Asia-Pacific Sports Medicine Market, Segmentation By Injury Type, Historic and Forecast, 2018-2023, 2023-2028F, 2033F, $ Billion
8.4. Asia-Pacific Sports Medicine Market, Segmentation By End User, Historic and Forecast, 2018-2023, 2023-2028F, 2033F, $ Billion

9. China Sports Medicine Market

9.1. China Sports Medicine Market Overview
9.2. China Sports Medicine Market, Segmentation By Product, Historic and Forecast, 2018-2023, 2023-2028F, 2033F,$ Billion
9.3. China Sports Medicine Market, Segmentation By Injury Type, Historic and Forecast, 2018-2023, 2023-2028F, 2033F,$ Billion
9.4. China Sports Medicine Market, Segmentation By End User, Historic and Forecast, 2018-2023, 2023-2028F, 2033F,$ Billion

10. India Sports Medicine Market

10.1. India Sports Medicine Market, Segmentation By Product, Historic and Forecast, 2018-2023, 2023-2028F, 2033F, $ Billion
10.2. India Sports Medicine Market, Segmentation By Injury Type, Historic and Forecast, 2018-2023, 2023-2028F, 2033F, $ Billion
10.3. India Sports Medicine Market, Segmentation By End User, Historic and Forecast, 2018-2023, 2023-2028F, 2033F, $ Billion

11. Japan Sports Medicine Market

11.1. Japan Sports Medicine Market Overview
11.2. Japan Sports Medicine Market, Segmentation By Product, Historic and Forecast, 2018-2023, 2023-2028F, 2033F, $ Billion
11.3. Japan Sports Medicine Market, Segmentation By Injury Type, Historic and Forecast, 2018-2023, 2023-2028F, 2033F, $ Billion
11.4. Japan Sports Medicine Market, Segmentation By End User, Historic and Forecast, 2018-2023, 2023-2028F, 2033F, $ Billion

12. Australia Sports Medicine Market

12.1. Australia Sports Medicine Market, Segmentation By Product, Historic and Forecast, 2018-2023, 2023-2028F, 2033F, $ Billion
12.2. Australia Sports Medicine Market, Segmentation By Injury Type, Historic and Forecast, 2018-2023, 2023-2028F, 2033F, $ Billion
12.3. Australia Sports Medicine Market, Segmentation By End User, Historic and Forecast, 2018-2023, 2023-2028F, 2033F, $ Billion

13. Indonesia Sports Medicine Market

13.1. Indonesia Sports Medicine Market, Segmentation By Product, Historic and Forecast, 2018-2023, 2023-2028F, 2033F, $ Billion
13.2. Indonesia Sports Medicine Market, Segmentation By Injury Type, Historic and Forecast, 2018-2023, 2023-2028F, 2033F, $ Billion
13.3. Indonesia Sports Medicine Market, Segmentation By End User, Historic and Forecast, 2018-2023, 2023-2028F, 2033F, $ Billion

14. South Korea Sports Medicine Market

14.1. South Korea Sports Medicine Market Overview
14.2. South Korea Sports Medicine Market, Segmentation By Product, Historic and Forecast, 2018-2023, 2023-2028F, 2033F, $ Billion
14.3. South Korea Sports Medicine Market, Segmentation By Injury Type, Historic and Forecast, 2018-2023, 2023-2028F, 2033F, $ Billion
14.4. South Korea Sports Medicine Market, Segmentation By End User, Historic and Forecast, 2018-2023, 2023-2028F, 2033F, $ Billion

15. Western Europe Sports Medicine Market

15.1. Western Europe Sports Medicine Market Overview
15.2. Western Europe Sports Medicine Market, Segmentation By Product, Historic and Forecast, 2018-2023, 2023-2028F, 2033F, $ Billion
15.3. Western Europe Sports Medicine Market, Segmentation By Injury Type, Historic and Forecast, 2018-2023, 2023-2028F, 2033F, $ Billion
15.4. Western Europe Sports Medicine Market, Segmentation By End User, Historic and Forecast, 2018-2023, 2023-2028F, 2033F, $ Billion

16. UK Sports Medicine Market

16.1. UK Sports Medicine Market, Segmentation By Product, Historic and Forecast, 2018-2023, 2023-2028F, 2033F, $ Billion
16.2. UK Sports Medicine Market, Segmentation By Injury Type, Historic and Forecast, 2018-2023, 2023-2028F, 2033F, $ Billion
16.3. UK Sports Medicine Market, Segmentation By End User, Historic and Forecast, 2018-2023, 2023-2028F, 2033F, $ Billion

17. Germany Sports Medicine Market

17.1. Germany Sports Medicine Market, Segmentation By Product, Historic and Forecast, 2018-2023, 2023-2028F, 2033F, $ Billion
17.2. Germany Sports Medicine Market, Segmentation By Injury Type, Historic and Forecast, 2018-2023, 2023-2028F, 2033F, $ Billion
17.3. Germany Sports Medicine Market, Segmentation By End User, Historic and Forecast, 2018-2023, 2023-2028F, 2033F, $ Billion

18. France Sports Medicine Market

18.1. France Sports Medicine Market, Segmentation By Product, Historic and Forecast, 2018-2023, 2023-2028F, 2033F, $ Billion
18.2. France Sports Medicine Market, Segmentation By Injury Type, Historic and Forecast, 2018-2023, 2023-2028F, 2033F, $ Billion
18.3. France Sports Medicine Market, Segmentation By End User, Historic and Forecast, 2018-2023, 2023-2028F, 2033F, $ Billion

19. Italy Sports Medicine Market

19.1. Italy Sports Medicine Market, Segmentation By Product, Historic and Forecast, 2018-2023, 2023-2028F, 2033F, $ Billion
19.2. Italy Sports Medicine Market, Segmentation By Injury Type, Historic and Forecast, 2018-2023, 2023-2028F, 2033F, $ Billion
19.3. Italy Sports Medicine Market, Segmentation By End User, Historic and Forecast, 2018-2023, 2023-2028F, 2033F, $ Billion

20. Spain Sports Medicine Market

20.1. Spain Sports Medicine Market, Segmentation By Product, Historic and Forecast, 2018-2023, 2023-2028F, 2033F, $ Billion
20.2. Spain Sports Medicine Market, Segmentation By Injury Type, Historic and Forecast, 2018-2023, 2023-2028F, 2033F, $ Billion
20.3. Spain Sports Medicine Market, Segmentation By End User, Historic and Forecast, 2018-2023, 2023-2028F, 2033F, $ Billion

21. Eastern Europe Sports Medicine Market

21.1. Eastern Europe Sports Medicine Market Overview
21.2. Eastern Europe Sports Medicine Market, Segmentation By Product, Historic and Forecast, 2018-2023, 2023-2028F, 2033F, $ Billion
21.3. Eastern Europe Sports Medicine Market, Segmentation By Injury Type, Historic and Forecast, 2018-2023, 2023-2028F, 2033F, $ Billion
21.4. Eastern Europe Sports Medicine Market, Segmentation By End User, Historic and Forecast, 2018-2023, 2023-2028F, 2033F, $ Billion

22. Russia Sports Medicine Market

22.1. Russia Sports Medicine Market, Segmentation By Product, Historic and Forecast, 2018-2023, 2023-2028F, 2033F, $ Billion
22.2. Russia Sports Medicine Market, Segmentation By Injury Type, Historic and Forecast, 2018-2023, 2023-2028F, 2033F, $ Billion
22.3. Russia Sports Medicine Market, Segmentation By End User, Historic and Forecast, 2018-2023, 2023-2028F, 2033F, $ Billion

23. North America Sports Medicine Market

23.1. North America Sports Medicine Market Overview
23.2. North America Sports Medicine Market, Segmentation By Product, Historic and Forecast, 2018-2023, 2023-2028F, 2033F, $ Billion
23.3. North America Sports Medicine Market, Segmentation By Injury Type, Historic and Forecast, 2018-2023, 2023-2028F, 2033F, $ Billion
23.4. North America Sports Medicine Market, Segmentation By End User, Historic and Forecast, 2018-2023, 2023-2028F, 2033F, $ Billion

24. USA Sports Medicine Market

24.1. USA Sports Medicine Market Overview
24.2. USA Sports Medicine Market, Segmentation By Product, Historic and Forecast, 2018-2023, 2023-2028F, 2033F, $ Billion
24.3. USA Sports Medicine Market, Segmentation By Injury Type, Historic and Forecast, 2018-2023, 2023-2028F, 2033F, $ Billion
24.4. USA Sports Medicine Market, Segmentation By End User, Historic and Forecast, 2018-2023, 2023-2028F, 2033F, $ Billion

25. Canada Sports Medicine Market

25.1. Canada Sports Medicine Market Overview
25.2. Canada Sports Medicine Market, Segmentation By Product, Historic and Forecast, 2018-2023, 2023-2028F, 2033F, $ Billion
25.3. Canada Sports Medicine Market, Segmentation By Injury Type, Historic and Forecast, 2018-2023, 2023-2028F, 2033F, $ Billion
25.4. Canada Sports Medicine Market, Segmentation By End User, Historic and Forecast, 2018-2023, 2023-2028F, 2033F, $ Billion

26. South America Sports Medicine Market

26.1. South America Sports Medicine Market Overview
26.2. South America Sports Medicine Market, Segmentation By Product, Historic and Forecast, 2018-2023, 2023-2028F, 2033F, $ Billion
26.3. South America Sports Medicine Market, Segmentation By Injury Type, Historic and Forecast, 2018-2023, 2023-2028F, 2033F, $ Billion
26.4. South America Sports Medicine Market, Segmentation By End User, Historic and Forecast, 2018-2023, 2023-2028F, 2033F, $ Billion

27. Brazil Sports Medicine Market

27.1. Brazil Sports Medicine Market, Segmentation By Product, Historic and Forecast, 2018-2023, 2023-2028F, 2033F, $ Billion
27.2. Brazil Sports Medicine Market, Segmentation By Injury Type, Historic and Forecast, 2018-2023, 2023-2028F, 2033F, $ Billion
27.3. Brazil Sports Medicine Market, Segmentation By End User, Historic and Forecast, 2018-2023, 2023-2028F, 2033F, $ Billion

28. Middle East Sports Medicine Market

28.1. Middle East Sports Medicine Market Overview
28.2. Middle East Sports Medicine Market, Segmentation By Product, Historic and Forecast, 2018-2023, 2023-2028F, 2033F, $ Billion
28.3. Middle East Sports Medicine Market, Segmentation By Injury Type, Historic and Forecast, 2018-2023, 2023-2028F, 2033F, $ Billion
28.4. Middle East Sports Medicine Market, Segmentation By End User, Historic and Forecast, 2018-2023, 2023-2028F, 2033F, $ Billion

29. Africa Sports Medicine Market

29.1. Africa Sports Medicine Market Overview
29.2. Africa Sports Medicine Market, Segmentation By Product, Historic and Forecast, 2018-2023, 2023-2028F, 2033F, $ Billion
29.3. Africa Sports Medicine Market, Segmentation By Injury Type, Historic and Forecast, 2018-2023, 2023-2028F, 2033F, $ Billion
29.4. Africa Sports Medicine Market, Segmentation By End User, Historic and Forecast, 2018-2023, 2023-2028F, 2033F, $ Billion

30. Sports Medicine Market Competitive Landscape And Company Profiles

30.1. Sports Medicine Market Competitive Landscape
30.2. Sports Medicine Market Company Profiles
- 30.2.1. Stryker Corporation
  - 30.2.1.1. Overview
  - 30.2.1.2. Products and Services
  - 30.2.1.3. Strategy
  - 30.2.1.4. Financial Performance
- 30.2.2. Arthrex Inc.
  - 30.2.2.1. Overview
  - 30.2.2.2. Products and Services
  - 30.2.2.3. Strategy
  - 30.2.2.4. Financial Performance
- 30.2.3. Wright Medical Technology Inc.
  - 30.2.3.1. Overview
  - 30.2.3.2. Products and Services
  - 30.2.3.3. Strategy
  - 30.2.3.4. Financial Performance
- 30.2.4. Zimmer Biomet Holdings Inc.
  - 30.2.4.1. Overview
  - 30.2.4.2. Products and Services
  - 30.2.4.3. Strategy
  - 30.2.4.4. Financial Performance
- 30.2.5. Smith & Nephew plc
  - 30.2.5.1. Overview
  - 30.2.5.2. Products and Services
  - 30.2.5.3. Strategy
  - 30.2.5.4. Financial Performance

31. Global Sports Medicine Market Competitive Benchmarking

32. Global Sports Medicine Market Competitive Dashboard

33. Key Mergers And Acquisitions In The Sports Medicine Market

34. Sports Medicine Market Future Outlook and Potential Analysis

34.1 Sports Medicine Market In 2028 - Countries Offering Most New Opportunities
34.2 Sports Medicine Market In 2028 - Segments Offering Most New Opportunities
34.3 Sports Medicine Market In 2028 - Growth Strategies
- 34.3.1 Market Trend Based Strategies
- 34.3.2 Competitor Strategies

35. Appendix

35.1. Abbreviations
35.2. Currencies
35.3. Historic And Forecast Inflation Rates
35.4. Research Inquiries
35.5. The Business Research Company
35.6. Copyright And Disclaimer