The walking assist devices market size has grown strongly in recent years. It will grow from $6.7 billion in 2025 to $7.21 billion in 2026 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 7.7%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to rising geriatric population, increasing incidence of mobility impairments, growing post-surgical rehabilitation needs, wider availability of assistive mobility products, increasing awareness of fall prevention.
The walking assist devices market size is expected to see strong growth in the next few years. It will grow to $9.64 billion in 2030 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 7.5%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to increasing adoption of smart mobility aids, rising demand for home-based care solutions, expansion of elderly care infrastructure, growing focus on independent living support, increasing customization of walking assist devices. Major trends in the forecast period include increasing adoption of ergonomic and adjustable walking devices, rising integration of smart sensors in mobility aids, growing demand for lightweight and foldable designs, expansion of homecare-oriented mobility solutions, enhanced focus on fall-prevention features.
The increasing number of road accidents is expected to drive the growth of the walking assist devices market in the coming years. Road accidents are unforeseen events on roadways involving vehicles or pedestrians, often resulting in injury, damage, or death. The rise in such accidents is largely attributed to driver distractions, including the widespread use of mobile phones, which divert attention from the road and reduce reaction times, increasing the likelihood of collisions. These accidents underscore the need for improved safety and create demand for walking assist devices, which support recovery from injuries and enhance mobility. For example, in March 2024, Eurostat, the Luxembourg-based statistical office of the European Union, reported that road-traffic fatalities in 2023 totaled 20,380, a 1.3% decrease from 20,652 in 2022, indicating that although fatalities are slightly declining, the rate of improvement remains slow. Consequently, the rising number of road accidents is fueling the growth of the walking assist devices market.
Key players in the walking assist devices market are emphasizing the development of advanced products, such as wearable robots, to improve worker performance, minimize physical stress, and enhance safety in activities such as tree maintenance and forestry. Wearable robots are exoskeletal or assistive devices worn on the body to increase mobility, strength, or endurance across sectors such as healthcare, rehabilitation, and industrial labor. For instance, in January 2024, Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd., a South Korean tech giant, introduced the Samsung EX1 a wearable robot. This device supports mobility and balance in older adults by providing robotic assistance at the hips. Unlike conventional walking aids, the EX1 offers active support for movement while guiding users through structured exercise routines aimed at improving muscle strength and coordination. Studies show regular use can increase stride length by more than 12% and propulsion by about 21%, making it a significant advancement in wearable assistive technology.
In April 2024, Harmonic Bionics, Inc., a U.S.-based robotics firm specializing in assistive and movement-enhancing technologies, announced a partnership with Curexo Inc. This collaboration is designed to broaden Curexo’s footprint in the U.S. through the promotion and implementation of its Morning Walk S200 gait rehabilitation system and the CUVIS-spine surgical robot. Harmonic Bionics will take the lead in business development and system installations. Curexo Inc. is a South Korea-based medical robotics company focused on creating advanced surgical and rehabilitation robotic solutions.
Major companies operating in the walking assist devices market are Comfort Company, Ottobock SE & Co. KGaA, Invacare Corporation, Permobil, Sunrise Medical, Drive DeVilbiss Healthcare, Pride Mobility Products Corp, Etac AB, Besco Medical Limited, GF Health Products Inc., LEVO AG, Ossenberg GmbH, Bischoff & Bischoff, Cobi Rehab, CHINESPORT S.p.a., MEYRA GmbH, Eurovema Mobility AB, Karman Healthcare, Drive Medical GmbH & Co. KG, Handicare Group AB.
North America was the largest region in the walking assist devices market in 2025. Asia-Pacific is expected to be the fastest-growing region in the forecast period. The regions covered in the walking assist devices market report are Asia-Pacific, South East Asia, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa. The countries covered in the walking assist devices market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Taiwan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Canada, Italy, Spain.
Tariffs are impacting the walking assist devices market by increasing costs of imported aluminum frames, electronic sensors, batteries, motors, and medical-grade polymers used in canes, walkers, wheelchairs, and power scooters. Manufacturers and distributors in North America and Europe are most affected due to dependence on imported components, while Asia-Pacific faces cost pressures in export-oriented production. These tariffs are increasing product prices and limiting affordability for patients and healthcare providers. However, they are also encouraging localized manufacturing, regional supplier sourcing, and innovation in cost-optimized and lightweight walking assist device designs.
The walking assist devices market research report is one of a series of new reports that provides walking assist devices market statistics, including walking assist devices industry global market size, regional shares, competitors with a walking assist devices market share, detailed walking assist devices market segments, market trends and opportunities, and any further data you may need to thrive in the walking assist devices industry. This walking assist devices market research report delivers a complete perspective of everything you need, with an in-depth analysis of the current and future scenario of the industry.
Walking assist devices are tools designed to help individuals with mobility challenges walk or maintain balance. They provide support and stability to enhance movement and reduce the risk of falls. These devices are commonly used by elderly individuals or those recovering from injuries or surgeries, promoting independence and safety during daily activities.
The main types of walking assist devices include gait belts and lift vests, canes, crutches, walkers, wheelchairs, and power scooters. Gait belts assist caregivers in supporting walking or transferring, while lift vests provide upper body support to make lifting easier. The primary age groups using these devices are geriatric and adult individuals. Distribution channels include both online and offline platforms, with end-users such as hospitals, homes, and other care settings.
The walking assist devices market consists of sales of mobility knee crutches, smart walking sticks, stair-climbing aids, and parallel bars. 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.
This product will be delivered within 1-3 business days.
The walking assist devices market size is expected to see strong growth in the next few years. It will grow to $9.64 billion in 2030 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 7.5%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to increasing adoption of smart mobility aids, rising demand for home-based care solutions, expansion of elderly care infrastructure, growing focus on independent living support, increasing customization of walking assist devices. Major trends in the forecast period include increasing adoption of ergonomic and adjustable walking devices, rising integration of smart sensors in mobility aids, growing demand for lightweight and foldable designs, expansion of homecare-oriented mobility solutions, enhanced focus on fall-prevention features.
The increasing number of road accidents is expected to drive the growth of the walking assist devices market in the coming years. Road accidents are unforeseen events on roadways involving vehicles or pedestrians, often resulting in injury, damage, or death. The rise in such accidents is largely attributed to driver distractions, including the widespread use of mobile phones, which divert attention from the road and reduce reaction times, increasing the likelihood of collisions. These accidents underscore the need for improved safety and create demand for walking assist devices, which support recovery from injuries and enhance mobility. For example, in March 2024, Eurostat, the Luxembourg-based statistical office of the European Union, reported that road-traffic fatalities in 2023 totaled 20,380, a 1.3% decrease from 20,652 in 2022, indicating that although fatalities are slightly declining, the rate of improvement remains slow. Consequently, the rising number of road accidents is fueling the growth of the walking assist devices market.
Key players in the walking assist devices market are emphasizing the development of advanced products, such as wearable robots, to improve worker performance, minimize physical stress, and enhance safety in activities such as tree maintenance and forestry. Wearable robots are exoskeletal or assistive devices worn on the body to increase mobility, strength, or endurance across sectors such as healthcare, rehabilitation, and industrial labor. For instance, in January 2024, Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd., a South Korean tech giant, introduced the Samsung EX1 a wearable robot. This device supports mobility and balance in older adults by providing robotic assistance at the hips. Unlike conventional walking aids, the EX1 offers active support for movement while guiding users through structured exercise routines aimed at improving muscle strength and coordination. Studies show regular use can increase stride length by more than 12% and propulsion by about 21%, making it a significant advancement in wearable assistive technology.
In April 2024, Harmonic Bionics, Inc., a U.S.-based robotics firm specializing in assistive and movement-enhancing technologies, announced a partnership with Curexo Inc. This collaboration is designed to broaden Curexo’s footprint in the U.S. through the promotion and implementation of its Morning Walk S200 gait rehabilitation system and the CUVIS-spine surgical robot. Harmonic Bionics will take the lead in business development and system installations. Curexo Inc. is a South Korea-based medical robotics company focused on creating advanced surgical and rehabilitation robotic solutions.
Major companies operating in the walking assist devices market are Comfort Company, Ottobock SE & Co. KGaA, Invacare Corporation, Permobil, Sunrise Medical, Drive DeVilbiss Healthcare, Pride Mobility Products Corp, Etac AB, Besco Medical Limited, GF Health Products Inc., LEVO AG, Ossenberg GmbH, Bischoff & Bischoff, Cobi Rehab, CHINESPORT S.p.a., MEYRA GmbH, Eurovema Mobility AB, Karman Healthcare, Drive Medical GmbH & Co. KG, Handicare Group AB.
North America was the largest region in the walking assist devices market in 2025. Asia-Pacific is expected to be the fastest-growing region in the forecast period. The regions covered in the walking assist devices market report are Asia-Pacific, South East Asia, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa. The countries covered in the walking assist devices market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Taiwan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Canada, Italy, Spain.
Tariffs are impacting the walking assist devices market by increasing costs of imported aluminum frames, electronic sensors, batteries, motors, and medical-grade polymers used in canes, walkers, wheelchairs, and power scooters. Manufacturers and distributors in North America and Europe are most affected due to dependence on imported components, while Asia-Pacific faces cost pressures in export-oriented production. These tariffs are increasing product prices and limiting affordability for patients and healthcare providers. However, they are also encouraging localized manufacturing, regional supplier sourcing, and innovation in cost-optimized and lightweight walking assist device designs.
The walking assist devices market research report is one of a series of new reports that provides walking assist devices market statistics, including walking assist devices industry global market size, regional shares, competitors with a walking assist devices market share, detailed walking assist devices market segments, market trends and opportunities, and any further data you may need to thrive in the walking assist devices industry. This walking assist devices market research report delivers a complete perspective of everything you need, with an in-depth analysis of the current and future scenario of the industry.
Walking assist devices are tools designed to help individuals with mobility challenges walk or maintain balance. They provide support and stability to enhance movement and reduce the risk of falls. These devices are commonly used by elderly individuals or those recovering from injuries or surgeries, promoting independence and safety during daily activities.
The main types of walking assist devices include gait belts and lift vests, canes, crutches, walkers, wheelchairs, and power scooters. Gait belts assist caregivers in supporting walking or transferring, while lift vests provide upper body support to make lifting easier. The primary age groups using these devices are geriatric and adult individuals. Distribution channels include both online and offline platforms, with end-users such as hospitals, homes, and other care settings.
The walking assist devices market consists of sales of mobility knee crutches, smart walking sticks, stair-climbing aids, and parallel bars. 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.
This product will be delivered within 1-3 business days.
Table of Contents
1. Executive Summary
2. Walking Assist Devices Market Characteristics
3. Walking Assist Devices Market Supply Chain Analysis
4. Global Walking Assist Devices Market Trends and Strategies
5. Walking Assist Devices Market Analysis of End Use Industries
7. Global Walking Assist Devices Strategic Analysis Framework, Current Market Size, Market Comparisons and Growth Rate Analysis
8. Global Walking Assist Devices Total Addressable Market (TAM) Analysis for the Market
9. Walking Assist Devices Market Segmentation
10. Walking Assist Devices Market Regional and Country Analysis
11. Asia-Pacific Walking Assist Devices Market
12. China Walking Assist Devices Market
13. India Walking Assist Devices Market
14. Japan Walking Assist Devices Market
15. Australia Walking Assist Devices Market
16. Indonesia Walking Assist Devices Market
17. South Korea Walking Assist Devices Market
18. Taiwan Walking Assist Devices Market
19. South East Asia Walking Assist Devices Market
20. Western Europe Walking Assist Devices Market
21. UK Walking Assist Devices Market
22. Germany Walking Assist Devices Market
23. France Walking Assist Devices Market
24. Italy Walking Assist Devices Market
25. Spain Walking Assist Devices Market
26. Eastern Europe Walking Assist Devices Market
27. Russia Walking Assist Devices Market
28. North America Walking Assist Devices Market
29. USA Walking Assist Devices Market
30. Canada Walking Assist Devices Market
31. South America Walking Assist Devices Market
32. Brazil Walking Assist Devices Market
33. Middle East Walking Assist Devices Market
34. Africa Walking Assist Devices Market
36. Walking Assist Devices Market Competitive Landscape and Company Profiles
37. Walking Assist Devices Market Other Major and Innovative Companies
40. Walking Assist Devices Market High Potential Countries, Segments and Strategies
41. Appendix
List of Tables
Executive Summary
Walking Assist Devices Market Global Report 2026 provides strategists, marketers and senior management with the critical information they need to assess the market.This report focuses walking assist devices market which is experiencing strong growth. The report gives a guide to the trends which will be shaping the market over the next ten years and beyond.
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Where is the largest and fastest growing market for walking assist devices? How does the market relate to the overall economy, demography and other similar markets? What forces will shape the market going forward, including technological disruption, regulatory shifts, and changing consumer preferences? The walking assist devices market global report answers all these questions and many more.The report covers market characteristics, size and growth, segmentation, regional and country breakdowns, total addressable market (TAM), market attractiveness score (MAS), competitive landscape, market shares, company scoring matrix, trends and strategies for this market. It traces the market’s historic and forecast market growth by geography.
- The market characteristics section of the report defines and explains the market. This section also examines key products and services offered in the market, evaluates brand-level differentiation, compares product features, and highlights major innovation and product development trends.
- The supply chain analysis section provides an overview of the entire value chain, including key raw materials, resources, and supplier analysis. It also provides a list competitor at each level of the supply chain.
- The updated trends and strategies section analyses the shape of the market as it evolves and highlights emerging technology trends such as digital transformation, automation, sustainability initiatives, and AI-driven innovation. It suggests how companies can leverage these advancements to strengthen their market position and achieve competitive differentiation.
- The regulatory and investment landscape section provides an overview of the key regulatory frameworks, regularity bodies, associations, and government policies influencing the market. It also examines major investment flows, incentives, and funding trends shaping industry growth and innovation.
- The market size section gives the market size ($b) covering both the historic growth of the market, and forecasting its development.
- The forecasts are made after considering the major factors currently impacting the market. These include the technological advancements such as AI and automation, Russia-Ukraine war, trade tariffs (government-imposed import/export duties), elevated inflation and interest rates.
- The total addressable market (TAM) analysis section defines and estimates the market potential compares it with the current market size, and provides strategic insights and growth opportunities based on this evaluation.
- The market attractiveness scoring section evaluates the market based on a quantitative scoring framework that considers growth potential, competitive dynamics, strategic fit, and risk profile. It also provides interpretive insights and strategic implications for decision-makers.
- Market segmentations break down the market into sub markets.
- The regional and country breakdowns section gives an analysis of the market in each geography and the size of the market by geography and compares their historic and forecast growth.
- Expanded geographical coverage includes Taiwan and Southeast Asia, reflecting recent supply chain realignments and manufacturing shifts in the region. This section analyzes how these markets are becoming increasingly important hubs in the global value chain.
- The competitive landscape chapter gives a description of the competitive nature of the market, market shares, and a description of the leading companies. Key financial deals which have shaped the market in recent years are identified.
- The company scoring matrix section evaluates and ranks leading companies based on a multi-parameter framework that includes market share or revenues, product innovation, and brand recognition.
Report Scope
Markets Covered:
1) By Product Type: Gait Belt And Lift Vest; Cane; Crutch; Walker; Wheelchair; Power Scooter2) By Age Group: Geriatric; Adults
3) By Distribution Channel: Online; Offline
4) By End-User: Hospitals; Homecare; Other End-Users
Subsegments:
1) By Gait Belt And Lift Vest: Standard Gait Belts; Padded Gait Belts; Quick-Release Gait Belts; Transfer And Lift Vests2) By Cane: Standard Canes; Quad Canes; Folding Canes; Offset Canes; Seat Canes
3) By Crutch: Underarm Crutches; Forearm Crutches; Platform Crutches; Strutter Crutches
4) By Walker: Standard Walkers; Rolling Walkers; Hemi Walkers; Knee Walkers
5) By Wheelchair: Manual Wheelchairs; Electric Wheelchairs; Transport Wheelchairs; Sports Wheelchairs; Bariatric Wheelchairs
6) By Power Scooter: Travel Scooters; Heavy-Duty Scooters; Folding Scooters; Three-Wheel Scooters; Four-Wheel Scooters
Companies Mentioned: Comfort Company; Ottobock SE & Co. KGaA; Invacare Corporation; Permobil; Sunrise Medical; Drive DeVilbiss Healthcare; Pride Mobility Products Corp; Etac AB; Besco Medical Limited; GF Health Products Inc.; LEVO AG; Ossenberg GmbH; Bischoff & Bischoff; Cobi Rehab; CHINESPORT S.p.a.; MEYRA GmbH; Eurovema Mobility AB; Karman Healthcare; Drive Medical GmbH & Co. KG; Handicare Group AB
Countries: Australia; Brazil; China; France; Germany; India; Indonesia; Japan; Taiwan; Russia; South Korea; UK; USA; Canada; Italy; Spain
Regions: Asia-Pacific; South East Asia; Western Europe; Eastern Europe; North America; South America; Middle East; Africa
Time Series: Five years historic and ten years forecast.
Data: Ratios of market size and growth to related markets, GDP proportions, expenditure per capita.
Data Segmentation: Country and regional historic and forecast data, market share of competitors, market segments.
Sourcing and Referencing: Data and analysis throughout the report is sourced using end notes.
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Companies Mentioned
The companies featured in this Walking Assist Devices market report include:- Comfort Company
- Ottobock SE & Co. KGaA
- Invacare Corporation
- Permobil
- Sunrise Medical
- Drive DeVilbiss Healthcare
- Pride Mobility Products Corp
- Etac AB
- Besco Medical Limited
- GF Health Products Inc.
- LEVO AG
- Ossenberg GmbH
- Bischoff & Bischoff
- Cobi Rehab
- CHINESPORT S.p.a.
- MEYRA GmbH
- Eurovema Mobility AB
- Karman Healthcare
- Drive Medical GmbH & Co. KG
- Handicare Group AB
Table Information
| Report Attribute | Details |
|---|---|
| No. of Pages | 250 |
| Published | February 2026 |
| Forecast Period | 2026 - 2030 |
| Estimated Market Value ( USD | $ 7.21 Billion |
| Forecasted Market Value ( USD | $ 9.64 Billion |
| Compound Annual Growth Rate | 7.5% |
| Regions Covered | Global |
| No. of Companies Mentioned | 21 |
