Knee Braces Market Report 2025

This Knee Braces market report delivers an in-depth analysis of the market’s key characteristics, including size, growth potential, and segmentation. It provides a detailed breakdown of the market across major regions and leading countries, highlighting historical data and future growth projections. The report also examines the competitive landscape, market share insights, emerging trends, and strategic developments shaping the market.

The knee braces market size has grown strongly in recent years. It will grow from $1.76 billion in 2024 to $1.87 billion in 2025 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 5.8%. The growth observed during the historic period can be attributed to factors such as increased product penetration, a rise in osteoarthritis (OA) cases, more orthopedic knee surgeries, higher healthcare spending, greater awareness of knee health, and an increase in sports participation.

The knee braces market size is expected to see strong growth in the next few years. It will grow to $2.32 billion in 2029 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 5.5%. The growth expected during the forecast period can be attributed to factors such as an increasing aging population, rising awareness, a growing adoption of non-invasive treatment options, more participation in sports and fitness activities, and a higher prevalence of osteoarthritis. Key trends anticipated include technological advancements, the global impact of growing aging populations, product innovation, strategic collaborations, and the development of advanced knee braces.

The growing occurrence of sports injuries is expected to drive the expansion of the knee braces market. Sports injuries encompass a wide range of physical injuries resulting from participation in various athletic activities or sports, affecting different body parts such as muscles, bones, tendons, ligaments, and joints. This rise in sports injuries is linked to the increasing popularity of sports and fitness activities, leading more people to engage in high-intensity training, which places greater physical stress on the body. Knee braces are commonly used to provide support, stability, and protection to the knee joint during these injuries. They help prevent further harm, such as ligament tears or strains, by restricting excessive movement and offering compression. For example, in September 2024, the National Safety Council, a US-based public health and safety organization, reported that sports and recreational injuries in the US increased by 2% in 2023, with 3.7 million people seeking medical treatment in emergency rooms for injuries linked to sports and recreational equipment. As a result, the growing incidence of sports injuries is expected to contribute to the growth of the knee braces market.

Leading companies in the knee brace market are concentrating on creating innovative solutions, such as unloader braces, to improve comfort, enhance offloading capabilities, incorporate wearable technology, and deliver more effective, customized treatment for knee osteoarthritis. Unloader braces are designed to alleviate pain and enhance knee function by redistributing pressure from the affected compartment of the knee, often used by those with unicompartmental knee osteoarthritis. For example, in January 2024, Enovis Corporation, a US-based medical technology firm, introduced the DonJoy ROAM OA Knee Brace. This brace offers dynamic unloading of the knee, helping to relieve pain and improve mobility for individuals with unicompartmental osteoarthritis. Its user-friendly design, adjustable fit, and lightweight build make it a practical solution for conservative management and support during everyday activities.

In May 2022, DJO LLC, a US-based medical device company specializing in orthopedic products and technology, acquired the assets of Outcome-Based Technologies LLC for an undisclosed sum. This acquisition allows DJO LLC to strengthen its bracing product offerings and enhance patient care with innovative solutions. Outcome-Based Technologies LLC is a US-based manufacturer known for its focus on hip and knee braces.

Major players in the knee braces market are Johnson & Johnson Services Inc., 3M Company, Medline Industries Inc., Essity AB., Enovis Corporation, Weber Orthopedic Inc, Otto Bock Healthcare GmbH, Össur hf., Orthofix Medical Inc., Breg Inc., Bauerfeind AG, McDavid Inc., Tynor Orthotics Pvt. Ltd., Mueller Sports Medicine Inc., Aspen Medical Products Inc., Medi GmbH & Co. KG, BioSkin LLC., Rehband AB., Medi-Dyne Healthcare Products Inc., and ThermoSkin.

North America was the largest region in the knee braces market in 2024. Asia-Pacific is expected to be the fastest-growing region in the forecast period. The regions covered in knee braces report are Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East and Africa. The countries covered in the knee braces market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Canada, Italy, Spain.

Knee braces are devices designed to provide support and stabilize the knee joint. They help prevent or reduce knee injuries by offering compression and protection. Knee braces can also restrict movement to aid in recovery or prevent excessive motion. These devices are commonly used in both athletic and medical settings for rehabilitation or injury prevention.

The main types of knee braces include prophylactic knee braces, rehabilitative knee braces, patellofemoral knee braces, and functional knee braces. Prophylactic knee braces are designed to prevent knee injuries, particularly during high-risk activities or sports, by providing support and stability to the knee joint. These braces are used in medical and sports settings by end users such as orthopedic clinics, over-the-counter (OTC) retailers, hospitals, durable medical equipment (DME) dealers, and others.

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The knee braces market consists of sales of hinged knee braces, compression knee sleeves, patella-stabilizing braces, and knee pads. Values in this market are ‘factory gate’ values, that is, the value of goods sold by the manufacturers or creators of the goods, whether to other entities (including downstream manufacturers, wholesalers, distributors, and retailers) or directly to end customers. The value of goods in this market includes related services sold by the creators of the goods.

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

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