Virtual Reality Phantom Limb Pain Therapy Market Report 2025

The virtual reality phantom limb pain therapy market size has grown exponentially in recent years. It will grow from $0.79 billion in 2024 to $0.97 billion in 2025 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 22.9%. The growth observed during the historic period can be linked to the rising prevalence of amputees experiencing phantom limb pain, increasing awareness of non-pharmacological pain management approaches, adoption of VR-based mirror therapy in clinical settings, growing research and clinical trials supporting VR therapy effectiveness, and higher investment in rehabilitation technologies.

The virtual reality phantom limb pain therapy market size is expected to see exponential growth in the next few years. It will grow to $2.18 billion in 2029 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 22.5%. The growth projected for the forecast period can be attributed to expanding adoption of home-based VR phantom limb pain therapy, integration of AI and motion tracking for personalized treatment, increasing collaborations between VR solution providers and hospitals, growing demand for remote monitoring and tele-rehabilitation, and improved affordability and portability of VR devices for therapy. Key trends during the forecast period include immersive VR environments for pain management, motion sensors for limb tracking, AI-driven personalized therapy, gamified exercises to enhance patient engagement, and cloud-based platforms for remote monitoring.

The growing population of amputees is expected to significantly drive the expansion of the virtual reality (VR) phantom limb pain therapy market. This population includes individuals who have experienced partial or full limb loss and require specialized rehabilitation and therapeutic care. The rise in amputations is primarily driven by the increasing prevalence of diabetes, which leads to complications such as poor circulation and nerve damage, resulting in more limb amputations and a higher demand for rehabilitation and prosthetic care. Virtual reality phantom limb pain therapy provides a solution by offering immersive, interactive environments that retrain the brain, reduce pain perception, and improve the overall quality of life for amputees. For example, in February 2024, the Amputee Coalition, a U.S.-based nonprofit organization, reported that over 5.6 million Americans are living with limb loss or limb differences, including approximately 2.3 million people with limb loss and 3.4 million with limb differences. This rising amputee population is driving the growth of the VR phantom limb pain therapy market.

Companies in the VR phantom limb pain therapy market are increasingly focusing on strategic collaborations to enhance their offerings and expand their market presence. Strategic partnerships enable companies to combine their strengths and resources to accelerate innovation and increase market penetration without the need for full mergers or acquisitions. For instance, in December 2022, researchers at the University of Texas at Dallas partnered with the Veterans Affairs North Texas Health Care System to launch the Mixed Reality System for Managing Phantom Pain (Mr. MAPP). This advanced virtual therapy combines a VR headset, camera, and laptop to create a 3D virtual model of an amputee’s missing limb, enabling users to perform virtual tasks that help resolve mixed pain signals caused by amputation. The goal of this collaboration is to offer an engaging, in-home alternative to traditional mirror therapy, reduce phantom limb pain, improve function, and provide a potential non-opioid treatment for pain.

In September 2024, Sheba Medical Center, an Israel-based medical facility, joined forces with 6Degrees to enhance amputee rehabilitation through AI-driven immersive VR therapy. The partnership combines Sheba Medical Center's clinical expertise with 6Degrees' advanced VR technology to provide effective, monitored, and independent physical therapy for amputees. 6Degrees, based in Israel, specializes in VR systems specifically designed to treat phantom limb pain, offering an innovative approach to rehabilitation and pain management.

Major players in the virtual reality phantom limb pain therapy market are Samsung Electronics Co Ltd, Lenovo Group Ltd, Mayo Clinic, The University of Texas at Dallas, Shirley Ryan AbilityLab, HTC Corporation, MindMaze SA, XRHealth Inc., HaptX Inc., Limber Health Inc., Virtualis, LimbPower Limited, OrthoCarolina Research Institute Inc., Karuna Labs Inc., Neuro Rehab VR, Tongji Hospital/University of Science and Technology of China, Bionic Hope Private Limited, Instalimb, Khymeia Group, and Veterans Affairs (VA) North Texas Health Care System.

North America was the largest region in the virtual reality phantom limb pain therapy market in 2024. The regions covered in virtual reality phantom limb pain therapy report are Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East and Africa. The countries covered in the virtual reality phantom limb pain therapy market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Canada, Italy, Spain.

Note that the outlook for this market is being affected by rapid changes in trade relations and tariffs globally. The report will be updated prior to delivery to reflect the latest status, including revised forecasts and quantified impact analysis. The report’s Recommendations and Conclusions sections will be updated to give strategies for entities dealing with the fast-moving international environment.

The sudden escalation of U.S. tariffs and the consequent trade frictions in spring 2025 are severely impacting the healthcare sector, particularly in the supply of critical medical devices, diagnostic equipment, and pharmaceuticals. Hospitals and healthcare providers are facing higher costs for imported surgical instruments, imaging equipment, and consumables such as syringes and catheters, many of which have limited domestic alternatives. These increased costs are straining healthcare budgets, leading some providers to delay equipment upgrades or pass on expenses to patients. Additionally, tariffs on raw materials and components are disrupting the production of essential drugs and devices, causing supply chain bottlenecks. In response, the industry is diversifying sourcing strategies, boosting local manufacturing where possible, and advocating for tariff exemptions on life-saving medical products.

Virtual reality phantom limb pain therapy is an advanced treatment that leverages immersive virtual environments to assist amputees in managing phantom limb pain. It creates simulations of the missing limb and its movements, providing visual and sensory feedback that helps retrain the brain and decrease pain perception. This non-invasive method enhances rehabilitation outcomes, promotes patient comfort, and supports psychological well-being.

The primary technology types in virtual reality phantom limb pain therapy include hardware, software, and services. Hardware encompasses the physical devices used to deliver immersive or interactive therapy experiences. Therapy types include immersive virtual reality (VR) therapy, non-immersive VR therapy, and mixed reality therapy. These therapies are applied to different patient groups, such as upper and lower limb amputees, and are used in various settings including hospitals, rehabilitation centers, homecare environments, and other care facilities.

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The virtual reality phantom limb pain therapy market consists of revenues earned by entities by providing services such as immersive VR-based rehabilitation, neurofeedback training, pain management programs, and digital therapeutic interventions. The market value includes the value of related goods sold by the service provider or included within the service offering. The virtual reality phantom limb pain therapy market also includes sales of VR headsets, motion sensors, EMG devices, and haptic systems. 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.

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