Patient Lifting Equipment Global Market Report 2025

The patient lifting equipment market size has grown strongly in recent years. It will grow from $4.91 billion in 2024 to $5.34 billion in 2025 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 8.8%. This expansion during the historical period was driven by improvements in healthcare infrastructure, an increase in the number of hospitals and care facilities, a shift toward home-based healthcare services, higher healthcare spending, and a rising need for long-term care solutions.

The patient lifting equipment market size is expected to see strong growth in the next few years. It will grow to $7.4 billion in 2029 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 8.5%. Contributing factors to this projected growth include a rising elderly population worldwide, a higher incidence of mobility impairments, a growing burden of chronic illnesses that result in prolonged immobility, an increase in the number of individuals with physical disabilities, and improving global life expectancy. Key trends anticipated during the forecast period involve the adoption of IoT-enabled and smart lifting technologies, innovations in automated patient handling, the introduction of lighter and more compact lift designs, better battery efficiency and mobility in powered equipment, and enhanced safety mechanisms in newer models.

The increasing prevalence of disabilities is expected to drive the growth of the patient lifting equipment market in the coming years. Disabilities encompass physical, mental, sensory, or cognitive conditions that significantly hinder an individual's ability to carry out daily tasks or engage fully in social interactions. The rise in disabilities is largely attributed to the aging global population, which contributes to a higher incidence of chronic illnesses and age-related impairments, leading to long-term functional limitations. This trend supports the demand for patient lifting equipment, as individuals with mobility challenges often require mechanical assistance to ensure safe and comfortable transfers, thereby reducing the risk of injury to both patients and caregivers. For example, in October 2024, the House of Commons Library, a UK-based information resource for the British Parliament, reported that approximately 16.1 million individuals in the UK were identified as having a disability during the 2022/23 financial year, representing nearly 24% of the total population. As a result, the growing prevalence of disabilities will contribute to the expansion of the patient lifting equipment market.

Leading companies in the patient lifting equipment market are developing advanced solutions, such as patient transfer lifts, to enhance caregiver efficiency and reduce physical strain. These devices facilitate the safe movement of individuals with limited mobility between different positions or surfaces, such as from a bed to a wheelchair or from a chair to a toilet. For instance, in July 2023, EZ-ACCESS, a US-based accessibility solutions provider, introduced the ORBIT patient transfer lift. This product features a distinctive design that includes an articulating arm and a pivoting stanchion capable of a full 360-degree rotation, providing complete maneuverability. The lift is designed to accommodate ceiling heights from 8 to 12 feet and has a compact footprint for space efficiency. The arm includes three adjustable height positions, can clear doorways, and comes in both four- and five-foot length options, enhancing its versatility within home or care facility environments.

In July 2022, DHG, a UK-based medical device company, acquired the Raizer product line from Liftup A/S for an undisclosed sum. This acquisition strengthened DHG’s portfolio by adding a solution aimed at improving patient mobility while reducing injury risks for caregivers. It also aligned with DHG’s mission to provide comprehensive care solutions that mitigate the adverse effects of immobility, particularly those resulting from prolonged periods spent on the floor after a fall. Liftup A/S is a Denmark-based manufacturer specializing in patient lifting equipment.

Major players in the patient lifting equipment market are Medline Industries Inc., Stryker Corporation, Baxter International Inc., Arjo AB, Savaria Corporation, Drive DeVilbiss Healthcare, Invacare Corporation, Joerns Healthcare LLC, Proactive Medical, Etac AB, GF Health Products Inc., Prism Medical UK Ltd., Handicare Group, EZ Way Inc., V. Guldmann A/S, SureHands Lift & Care Systems, Bestcare, Texas Medical Industries Inc., Benmor Medical Ltd., Vancare Inc., and Antano Group.

North America was the largest region in the patient lifting equipment market in 2024. Asia-Pacific is expected to be the fastest-growing region in the forecast period. The regions covered in patient lifting equipment report are Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East and Africa.

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

Patient lifting equipment encompasses a variety of mechanical and electromechanical devices intended to aid in the safe and effective transfer or repositioning of individuals with limited mobility. These devices are designed to reduce the physical burden on caregivers while improving the comfort and safety of the person being moved. They generally incorporate stable support structures, adjustable elements, and intuitive controls to provide a smooth and secure movement experience.

The primary categories of patient lifting equipment include bariatric care, fall prevention, critical care, and wound care. Bariatric care involves specialized support and medical attention for individuals with severe obesity, especially those receiving weight-loss treatments or undergoing bariatric surgery. The range of products available includes ceiling lifts, stair and wheelchair lifts, mobile lifts, sit-to-stand lifts, bath and pool lifts, lifting slings, and various lifting accessories. These products come in weight capacities such as under 250 lbs, 250-500 lbs, 500-1000 lbs, and over 1000 lbs. The equipment is utilized by a broad range of end-users, such as hospitals and healthcare centers, nursing homes and assisted living facilities, home healthcare providers, rehabilitation clinics, emergency response teams, and others.

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The patient lifting equipment market consists of sales of floor-based transfer boards, emergency manual lowering devices, adjustable lift stands, patient positioning belts, and bed-to-chair transfer aids. 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/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.

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