Crutch Pads Market Size, Share and Global Trend by Product Type (Forearm Crutch Pad, Hand Grip Crutch Pad, Platform Crutch Pad, Axillary Crutch Pad, Leg Support Crutch Pad), By Material (Gel, Foam), By Distribution Channel (Online Stores, Retail Pharmacies & Stores) and Regional Forecast, 2024-2032

The complications associated with diseases such as cerebral palsy, muscular dystrophy and others have an impact on the mobility of the patients, making it difficult to walk without support. The standard medical crutches are sometimes uncomfortable to use. Hence, crutch pads are used to absorb the pressure and shock, to prevent bruising or skin rashes, chafing and to provide relief from underarm pain.

Crutch pads include pads for the forearm, axillary support, handgrip and leg for comfortable mobility with crutches. Crutch pads are usually anti-microbial, resistant to body oils and perspiration to keep the skin dry and comfortable. According to Cerebral Palsy Alliance Research Foundation, 17 million people worldwide live with cerebral palsy. 

The growth in global crutch pads market is expected to register considerable growth owing to the increasing prevalence of mobility disorders and, the comfort offered by crutch pads. According to National Institute on Disability, Independence Living, and Rehabilitation Research (NIDILRR), the overall rate of people with disabilities increased from 11.9% in 2010 to 12.6% in 2015, which implies an increase in the global crutches and crutch pads market. 

However, the reluctance of patients towards using crutch pads coupled with the lack of standard government regulations are expected to hamper the growth of the global crutch pads market during the forecast period.  

Key Players Covered 

Some of the major companies that are present in the global crutch pads market are Alex Orthopaedics Inc., Medline Industries, Inc., Harvey Canes, Vive Health, North Coast Medical Inc., Apothecary Products, LLC., Briggs Healthcare, Walk Easy Inc., and other players. 

SEGMENTATION   

The gel segment is expected to dominate the market in the forecast period as it has a better ability to absorb pressure and stock when compared to foam, which has led to rising preference and demand for gel-based crutch pads. 

Key Insights 

• Disability Statistics, 2018 (Key Countries/ Region)


• Regulatory Scenario for Key Countries


• Key Mergers and Acquisitions  

Regional Analysis: 

The global Crutch Pads market has been segmented into North America, Europe, Asia Pacific, Latin America, and Middle East & Africa. In North America, the global crutch pads market is projected to expand in the forecast years, due to the rise in population with disability. According to The American Community Survey (ACS) statistics, there were an estimated 12.8% people in the U.S., living with some form of disability in 2017. The population living with disabilities is projected to rise during 2019-2026, which is expected to favor the growth in the global crutch pads market in North America. Asia Pacific region is projected to register comparatively higher growth during 2019-2026, owing to increasing incidence of trauma and accidents, presenting a large patient pool suffering from disabilities. 

Key Industry Developments

• In November 2018, Colfax Corporation acquired DJO Global Inc., a company focused on providing orthopedic solutions and manufacturer of PRE-VENT, crutch pad for the knee.
• In 2017, an article was published on the journal of the Bridgewater State University on the topic ‘The Examination of Hip Joint Kinematics with iWalk in Walking Gait’. The article concluded that iWalk, an innovative form of hand-free crutch can alter the problem of walking gait among people.