What Has Been Medical Footwear Market in Recent Years?
The medical footwear market has seen considerable growth due to a variety of factors.
• There has been a substantial increase in the size of the medical footwear market in the past few years. This market is estimated to rise from $10.64 billion in 2024 to $11.54 billion in 2025, displaying a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 8.5%.
The growth during the historical period is due to factors such as the elderly population, orthopedic disorders, recovery after surgeries, care for diabetic feet, management of foot pain, and suggestions from podiatrists.
What Is the Forecasted Market Size and Growth Rate for The Medical Footwear Market?
The medical footwear market is expected to maintain its strong growth trajectory in upcoming years.
• Anticipated to witness robust expansion in the upcoming years, the medical footwear market is predicted to amplify to a worth of $16.47 billion by 2029 with a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 9.3%.
This projected increase during the forecast period can be credited to the rise in health consciousness, education focused on foot health, the demand for athletic footwear to prevent injuries, escalating number of foot surgeries, and shifts in culture and lifestyle. Key trends expected in the forecast duration incorporate the use of 3D printing technology for tailor-made needs, utilization of advanced materials for enhanced comfort and support, intelligent footwear technologies, fashionable designs for therapeutic shoes, and the growth of soles that resist slipping.
What Are The Key Drivers Fueling Growth In The Medical Footwear Market?
An escalating occurrence of foot-related conditions such as bunions & hallux valgus, plantar fasciitis, Achilles tendonitis, and arthritis is substantially boosting the progress of the medical footwear market. Conditions affecting the feet, often causing pain, are regarded as foot-related issues, with a higher incidence noted among diabetic individuals. Such conditions, including, but not limited to bunions & hallux valgus, plantar fasciitis, Achilles tendonitis, and arthritis, are predominantly observed in this subset of patients. As a result, physicians often advocate the use of medical footwear to address these foot-related conditions. For instance, as reported by Everyday Health, a US-based digital media outlet in January 2023, nearly 23% of adults between the age of 18 to 65 and 36% of those over 65 are impacted by bunions. This foot abnormality is significantly more common in women as compared to men, possibly attributed to the wearing of high heels which compress the toes into a restricted space. Hence, the rise in these foot-related conditions is fuelling the advancement in the medical footwear market.
What Are The Main Segments Of The Global Medical Footwear Market?
The medical footwear market covered in this report is segmented –
1) By Product: Medical Shoes & Boots, Medical Sandals, Other Products
2) By Sales Channel: Direct Sales of Medical Footwear, Footwear Specialty Stores, Medical & Healthcare Centers, Online Retailers of Medical Footwear, Mono-Brand Stores, Other Sales Channels
3) By Application: Diabetic Shoes, Arthritis Shoes, Bunions & Hallux Valgus Shoes, Flat Feet Shoes, Other Applications
4) By End User Sex: Men, Women
Subsegments:
1) By Medical Shoes & Boots: Diabetic Shoes, Surgical Shoes, Orthopedic Boots
2) By Medical Sandals: Therapeutic Sandals, Adjustable Sandals for Foot Conditions
3) By Other Products: Compression Socks and Stockings, Foot Cushions and Insoles, Specialty Footwear for Specific Medical Conditions
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What Emerging Trends Are Influencing The Growth Of The Medical Footwear Market?
Major corporations in the medical footwear sector, such as FootSecure, are establishing new facilities for footwear production. To illustrate, in June 2024, FootSecure, an Indian firm specializing in medical footwear production, teamed up with the Karnataka Institute of Endocrinology & Research to open a custom footwear production facility in Bengaluru, backed by an investment of Rs 30 lakh. This unit manufactures bespoke footwear based on prescriptions for patients suffering from foot ailments, providing six models and high-end customization options. It also incorporates FootSecure's digital offerings, Wound360 and Foot360, that equip healthcare providers with essential tools for diagnosis and treatment. This strategic alliance expands FootSecure's capacity to cater to patients, thereby bolstering its production and care solutions.
Who Are the Key Players in the Medical Footwear Market?
Major companies operating in the medical footwear market include:
• New Balance Athletics Inc.
• Dansko LLC
• Sanita Clogs Inc.
• DJO LLC (Dr. Comfort)
• Orthofeet Inc.
• Aetrex Worldwide Inc.
• Vionic Group LLC
• Gravity Defyer Corp
• Drew Shoe Corporation
• Alegria Shoe Shop LLC
• Nurse Mates Inc.
• Darco International Inc.
• Dr. Foot Inc.
• Duna Co Ltd.
• Extro Style LLC
• Klogs Footwear Inc.
• Novamed s.r.o.
• SAS Shoes Inc.
• Watts Footwear Inc.
• Dr. Zen Inc.
• Propét USA Inc.
• Apex Foot Health Industries LLC
What Is The Most Dominant Region In The Medical Footwear Market?
North America was the largest region in the medical footwear market in 2024. Asia-Pacific is expected to be the fastest-growing region in the forecast period. The regions covered in the medical footwear market report are Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa.
