Manual Wheelchair Segment has the Largest Share of Product in the Middle East and Africa Wheelchair Market during 2021-2028
According to a new market research study on “Middle East and Africa Wheelchair Market to 2028 - COVID-19 Impact and Regional Analysis and Forecast by Product, Type, End-user, Application, Usage, and Distribution Channel” is expected to reach US$ 364.9 million by 2028 from US$ 246.5 million in 2021. The market is estimated to grow at a CAGR of 5.8% from 2021 to 2028. The report provides trends prevailing in the Middle East and Africa wheelchair market along with the drivers and restraints pertaining to the market growth. The growth of this market is estimated to grow owing to key driving factors such as the rising population of geriatrics and rise in number of disorders requiring mobility assistance fuel the growth of the market are the key factors driving the market growth. However, the market is expected experiencing slow growth during the forecast period owing to the operational difficulties associated with wheelchairs and high cost of powered wheelchairs.
Countries in Middle East have also widely affected the socio-economic condition by the COVID-19 pandemic. However, the countries have wisely reacted to the COVID-19 pandemic to avoid the spread of infection. Similar to other regions, lockdown and social distancing were imposed, which has impaired these trends hindering access to work, regular income, payments, fairs, schools, and healthcare. Therefore, it is expected the countries have undergone huge losses and are still trying to recover them. The lockdown has widely affected the non-emergency medical services in the region, which has somehow affected the medical devices sector. Countries like Saudi Arabia and UAE are emerging as healthcare destinations in the regions. However, they are dependent on the developed countries for the resources. In South Africa, government agencies like South African Social Security Agency (SASSA) has put in place a series of initiatives and grants aimed at minimizing the potential negative impact of the pandemic on the availability of mobility devices for person with disability in South Africa. Furthermore, the availability of the vaccines and other healthcare facilities in the developing countries in the region is expected to provide scope for the market players in wheelchair market for few years.
The market for wheelchair market is segmented into product, type, application, End-user, usage, and distribution channel. Based on product, the wheelchair market is segmented into manual wheelchair, powered/electric wheelchair, and smart wheelchair. In 2020, the manual wheelchair segment accounted for the highest share of the market. Growth of this segment is attributed to the increasing prevalence of chronic conditions and demand for manual wheelchairs in emerging countries. Moreover, the prevalence of knee pain has witnessed massive growth of around 40% during past 4 decades. However, powered/ electric wheelchair segment is projected to register highest CAGR during the forecast period.
Medline Industries, Inc. OTTOBOCK, MEYRA GMBH, KARMAN HEALTHCARE, INC, Sunrise Medical, LEVO AG, and Permobil are among the leading companies in the Middle East and Africa wheelchair market. The companies are focused on adopting organic growth strategies such as product launches and expansions to sustain their position in the dynamic market. For instance, in March 2020, Invacare Corporation has launched of the Invacare AVIVA FX Power Wheelchair. The AVIVA brand has a unique identity that conveys a promise of best-in-class design, technology, and performance.
Countries in Middle East have also widely affected the socio-economic condition by the COVID-19 pandemic. However, the countries have wisely reacted to the COVID-19 pandemic to avoid the spread of infection. Similar to other regions, lockdown and social distancing were imposed, which has impaired these trends hindering access to work, regular income, payments, fairs, schools, and healthcare. Therefore, it is expected the countries have undergone huge losses and are still trying to recover them. The lockdown has widely affected the non-emergency medical services in the region, which has somehow affected the medical devices sector. Countries like Saudi Arabia and UAE are emerging as healthcare destinations in the regions. However, they are dependent on the developed countries for the resources. In South Africa, government agencies like South African Social Security Agency (SASSA) has put in place a series of initiatives and grants aimed at minimizing the potential negative impact of the pandemic on the availability of mobility devices for person with disability in South Africa. Furthermore, the availability of the vaccines and other healthcare facilities in the developing countries in the region is expected to provide scope for the market players in wheelchair market for few years.
The market for wheelchair market is segmented into product, type, application, End-user, usage, and distribution channel. Based on product, the wheelchair market is segmented into manual wheelchair, powered/electric wheelchair, and smart wheelchair. In 2020, the manual wheelchair segment accounted for the highest share of the market. Growth of this segment is attributed to the increasing prevalence of chronic conditions and demand for manual wheelchairs in emerging countries. Moreover, the prevalence of knee pain has witnessed massive growth of around 40% during past 4 decades. However, powered/ electric wheelchair segment is projected to register highest CAGR during the forecast period.
Medline Industries, Inc. OTTOBOCK, MEYRA GMBH, KARMAN HEALTHCARE, INC, Sunrise Medical, LEVO AG, and Permobil are among the leading companies in the Middle East and Africa wheelchair market. The companies are focused on adopting organic growth strategies such as product launches and expansions to sustain their position in the dynamic market. For instance, in March 2020, Invacare Corporation has launched of the Invacare AVIVA FX Power Wheelchair. The AVIVA brand has a unique identity that conveys a promise of best-in-class design, technology, and performance.
The report segments the Middle East and Africa Wheelchair market as follows:
By Product
- Manual Wheelchair
- Powered/Electric Wheelchair
- Standard Powered Wheelchairs
- Custom-Built Powered Wheelchairs
- Smart Wheelchair
By Type
- Centre Wheel Drive
- Front Wheel Drive
- Rear Wheel Drive
- Standing Electric Wheelchair
By Application
- Neurologically Impaired
- Handicap Patients
- Others
By End-user
- Rehabilitation Centres
- Hospitals and Clinics
- Homecare
- Ambulatory Surgical Centres
By Usage
- Adult
- Paediatric
By Distribution Channel
- Retail
- E-Commerce
By Country
- Middle East and Africa
- UAE
- Saudi Arabia
- South Africa
- Rest of Middle East and Africa
Reasons to buy:
- Save and reduce time carrying out entry-level research by identifying the growth, size, leading players and segments in the Middle East and Africa wheelchair market
- Highlights key business priorities in order to assist companies to realign their business strategies
- The key findings and recommendations highlight crucial progressive industry trends in the Middle East and Africa wheelchair market, thereby allowing players across the value chain to develop effective long-term strategies
- Develop/modify business expansion plans by using substantial growth offering developed and emerging markets
- Scrutinize in-depth Middle East and Africa market trends and outlook coupled with the factors driving the wheelchair market, as well as those hindering it
- Enhance the decision-making process by understanding the strategies that underpin commercial interest with respect to client products, segmentation, pricing and distribution
Table of Contents
1. Introduction
3. Research Methodology
4. Middle East and Africa Wheelchair Market - Market Landscape
5. Middle East and Africa Wheelchair Market - Key Market Dynamics
6. Wheelchair Market - Middle East and Africa Analysis
7. Middle East and Africa Wheelchair Market Analysis and Forecasts To 2028 - By Product
8. Middle East and Africa Wheelchair Market Analysis and Forecasts To 2028 - By Type
9. Middle East and Africa Wheelchair Market Analysis and Forecasts To 2028 - By End User
10. Middle East and Africa Wheelchair Market Analysis and Forecasts to 2028 - By Application
11. Middle East and Africa Wheelchair Market Analysis and Forecasts to 2028 - By Usage
12. Middle East and Africa Wheelchair Market Analysis and Forecasts to 2028 - By Distribution Channel
13. Wheelchair Market Revenue and Forecasts to 2028 - Geographical Analysis
14. Impact Of COVID-19 Pandemic on Middle East and Africa Wheelchair Market
15. Industry Landscape
16. COMPANY PROFILES
17. Appendix
List of Tables
List of Figures
Companies Mentioned (Partial List)
A selection of companies mentioned in this report includes, but is not limited to:
- Medline Industries, Inc.
- Ottobock
- Meyra Gmbh
- Karman Healthcare, Inc
- Sunrise Medical
- LEVO AG
- Permobil
Table Information
| Report Attribute | Details |
|---|---|
| No. of Pages | 134 |
| Published | July 2021 |
| Forecast Period | 2021 - 2028 |
| Estimated Market Value ( USD | $ 246.5 Million |
| Forecasted Market Value ( USD | $ 364.9 Million |
| Compound Annual Growth Rate | 5.8% |
| Regions Covered | Africa, Middle East |
