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 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, Ossur 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.
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).
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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Regions: Asia-Pacific; Western Europe; Eastern Europe; North America; South America; Middle East; Africa
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Table of Contents
1. Executive Summary
2. Knee Braces Market Characteristics
3. Knee Braces Market Trends And Strategies
4. Knee Braces Market - Macro Economic Scenario Macro Economic Scenario Including The Impact Of Interest Rates, Inflation, Geopolitics And Covid And Recovery On The Market
5. Global Knee Braces Growth Analysis And Strategic Analysis Framework
5.1. Global Knee Braces PESTEL Analysis (Political, Social, Technological, Environmental and Legal Factors, Drivers and Restraints)
5.2. Analysis Of End Use Industries
5.3. Global Knee Braces Market Growth Rate Analysis
5.4. Global Knee Braces Historic Market Size and Growth, 2019 - 2024, Value ($ Billion)
5.5. Global Knee Braces Forecast Market Size and Growth, 2024 - 2029, 2034F, Value ($ Billion)
5.6. Global Knee Braces Total Addressable Market (TAM)
6. Knee Braces Market Segmentation
6.1. Global Knee Braces Market, Segmentation By Type, Historic and Forecast, 2019-2024, 2024-2029F, 2034F, $ Billion
Prophylactic Knee Braces
Rehabilitative Knee Braces
Patellofemoral Knee Braces
Functional Knee Braces
6.2. Global Knee Braces Market, Segmentation By Application, Historic and Forecast, 2019-2024, 2024-2029F, 2034F, $ Billion
Medical Use
Sports Use
6.3. Global Knee Braces Market, Segmentation By End Use, Historic and Forecast, 2019-2024, 2024-2029F, 2034F, $ Billion
Orthopedic Clinics
Over-the-Counter (OTC)
Hospital
Durable Medical Equipment (DME) Dealers
Other End Users
6.4. Global Knee Braces Market, Sub-Segmentation Of Prophylactic Knee Braces, By Type, Historic and Forecast, 2019-2024, 2024-2029F, 2034F, $ Billion
Hinged Prophylactic Braces
Sleeve-Style Prophylactic Braces
Wraparound Prophylactic Braces
Others
6.5. Global Knee Braces Market, Sub-Segmentation Of Rehabilitative Knee Braces, By Type, Historic and Forecast, 2019-2024, 2024-2029F, 2034F, $ Billion
Post-Operative Braces
Recovery Knee Braces
Adjustable Braces For Rehabilitation
Others
6.6. Global Knee Braces Market, Sub-Segmentation Of Patellofemoral Knee Braces, By Type, Historic and Forecast, 2019-2024, 2024-2029F, 2034F, $ Billion
Patella Stabilizing Braces
Patella Tracking Braces
Open Patella Braces
Others
6.7. Global Knee Braces Market, Sub-Segmentation Of Functional Knee Braces, By Type, Historic and Forecast, 2019-2024, 2024-2029F, 2034F, $ Billion
Ligament Knee Braces
ACL Support Braces
Hinged Knee Braces For Support
Custom-Made Functional Knee Braces
Others
7. Knee Braces Market Regional And Country Analysis
7.1. Global Knee Braces Market, Split By Region, Historic and Forecast, 2019-2024, 2024-2029F, 2034F, $ Billion
7.2. Global Knee Braces Market, Split By Country, Historic and Forecast, 2019-2024, 2024-2029F, 2034F, $ Billion
8. Asia-Pacific Knee Braces Market
8.1. Asia-Pacific Knee Braces Market Overview
Region Information, Market Information, Background Information, Government Initiatives, Regulations, Regulatory Bodies, Major Associations, Taxes Levied, Corporate Tax Structure, Investments, Major Companies
8.2. Asia-Pacific Knee Braces Market, Segmentation By Type, Historic and Forecast, 2019-2024, 2024-2029F, 2034F, $ Billion
8.3. Asia-Pacific Knee Braces Market, Segmentation By Application, Historic and Forecast, 2019-2024, 2024-2029F, 2034F, $ Billion
8.4. Asia-Pacific Knee Braces Market, Segmentation By End Use, Historic and Forecast, 2019-2024, 2024-2029F, 2034F, $ Billion
9. China Knee Braces Market
9.1. China Knee Braces Market Overview
9.2. China Knee Braces Market, Segmentation By Type, Historic and Forecast, 2019-2024, 2024-2029F, 2034F,$ Billion
9.3. China Knee Braces Market, Segmentation By Application, Historic and Forecast, 2019-2024, 2024-2029F, 2034F,$ Billion
9.4. China Knee Braces Market, Segmentation By End Use, Historic and Forecast, 2019-2024, 2024-2029F, 2034F,$ Billion
10. India Knee Braces Market
10.1. India Knee Braces Market, Segmentation By Type, Historic and Forecast, 2019-2024, 2024-2029F, 2034F, $ Billion
10.2. India Knee Braces Market, Segmentation By Application, Historic and Forecast, 2019-2024, 2024-2029F, 2034F, $ Billion
10.3. India Knee Braces Market, Segmentation By End Use, Historic and Forecast, 2019-2024, 2024-2029F, 2034F, $ Billion
11. Japan Knee Braces Market
11.1. Japan Knee Braces Market Overview
11.2. Japan Knee Braces Market, Segmentation By Type, Historic and Forecast, 2019-2024, 2024-2029F, 2034F, $ Billion
11.3. Japan Knee Braces Market, Segmentation By Application, Historic and Forecast, 2019-2024, 2024-2029F, 2034F, $ Billion
11.4. Japan Knee Braces Market, Segmentation By End Use, Historic and Forecast, 2019-2024, 2024-2029F, 2034F, $ Billion
12. Australia Knee Braces Market
12.1. Australia Knee Braces Market, Segmentation By Type, Historic and Forecast, 2019-2024, 2024-2029F, 2034F, $ Billion
12.2. Australia Knee Braces Market, Segmentation By Application, Historic and Forecast, 2019-2024, 2024-2029F, 2034F, $ Billion
12.3. Australia Knee Braces Market, Segmentation By End Use, Historic and Forecast, 2019-2024, 2024-2029F, 2034F, $ Billion
13. Indonesia Knee Braces Market
13.1. Indonesia Knee Braces Market, Segmentation By Type, Historic and Forecast, 2019-2024, 2024-2029F, 2034F, $ Billion
13.2. Indonesia Knee Braces Market, Segmentation By Application, Historic and Forecast, 2019-2024, 2024-2029F, 2034F, $ Billion
13.3. Indonesia Knee Braces Market, Segmentation By End Use, Historic and Forecast, 2019-2024, 2024-2029F, 2034F, $ Billion
14. South Korea Knee Braces Market
14.1. South Korea Knee Braces Market Overview
14.2. South Korea Knee Braces Market, Segmentation By Type, Historic and Forecast, 2019-2024, 2024-2029F, 2034F, $ Billion
14.3. South Korea Knee Braces Market, Segmentation By Application, Historic and Forecast, 2019-2024, 2024-2029F, 2034F, $ Billion
14.4. South Korea Knee Braces Market, Segmentation By End Use, Historic and Forecast, 2019-2024, 2024-2029F, 2034F, $ Billion
15. Western Europe Knee Braces Market
15.1. Western Europe Knee Braces Market Overview
15.2. Western Europe Knee Braces Market, Segmentation By Type, Historic and Forecast, 2019-2024, 2024-2029F, 2034F, $ Billion
15.3. Western Europe Knee Braces Market, Segmentation By Application, Historic and Forecast, 2019-2024, 2024-2029F, 2034F, $ Billion
15.4. Western Europe Knee Braces Market, Segmentation By End Use, Historic and Forecast, 2019-2024, 2024-2029F, 2034F, $ Billion
16. UK Knee Braces Market
16.1. UK Knee Braces Market, Segmentation By Type, Historic and Forecast, 2019-2024, 2024-2029F, 2034F, $ Billion
16.2. UK Knee Braces Market, Segmentation By Application, Historic and Forecast, 2019-2024, 2024-2029F, 2034F, $ Billion
16.3. UK Knee Braces Market, Segmentation By End Use, Historic and Forecast, 2019-2024, 2024-2029F, 2034F, $ Billion
17. Germany Knee Braces Market
17.1. Germany Knee Braces Market, Segmentation By Type, Historic and Forecast, 2019-2024, 2024-2029F, 2034F, $ Billion
17.2. Germany Knee Braces Market, Segmentation By Application, Historic and Forecast, 2019-2024, 2024-2029F, 2034F, $ Billion
17.3. Germany Knee Braces Market, Segmentation By End Use, Historic and Forecast, 2019-2024, 2024-2029F, 2034F, $ Billion
18. France Knee Braces Market
18.1. France Knee Braces Market, Segmentation By Type, Historic and Forecast, 2019-2024, 2024-2029F, 2034F, $ Billion
18.2. France Knee Braces Market, Segmentation By Application, Historic and Forecast, 2019-2024, 2024-2029F, 2034F, $ Billion
18.3. France Knee Braces Market, Segmentation By End Use, Historic and Forecast, 2019-2024, 2024-2029F, 2034F, $ Billion
19. Italy Knee Braces Market
19.1. Italy Knee Braces Market, Segmentation By Type, Historic and Forecast, 2019-2024, 2024-2029F, 2034F, $ Billion
19.2. Italy Knee Braces Market, Segmentation By Application, Historic and Forecast, 2019-2024, 2024-2029F, 2034F, $ Billion
19.3. Italy Knee Braces Market, Segmentation By End Use, Historic and Forecast, 2019-2024, 2024-2029F, 2034F, $ Billion
20. Spain Knee Braces Market
20.1. Spain Knee Braces Market, Segmentation By Type, Historic and Forecast, 2019-2024, 2024-2029F, 2034F, $ Billion
20.2. Spain Knee Braces Market, Segmentation By Application, Historic and Forecast, 2019-2024, 2024-2029F, 2034F, $ Billion
20.3. Spain Knee Braces Market, Segmentation By End Use, Historic and Forecast, 2019-2024, 2024-2029F, 2034F, $ Billion
21. Eastern Europe Knee Braces Market
21.1. Eastern Europe Knee Braces Market Overview
21.2. Eastern Europe Knee Braces Market, Segmentation By Type, Historic and Forecast, 2019-2024, 2024-2029F, 2034F, $ Billion
21.3. Eastern Europe Knee Braces Market, Segmentation By Application, Historic and Forecast, 2019-2024, 2024-2029F, 2034F, $ Billion
21.4. Eastern Europe Knee Braces Market, Segmentation By End Use, Historic and Forecast, 2019-2024, 2024-2029F, 2034F, $ Billion
22. Russia Knee Braces Market
22.1. Russia Knee Braces Market, Segmentation By Type, Historic and Forecast, 2019-2024, 2024-2029F, 2034F, $ Billion
22.2. Russia Knee Braces Market, Segmentation By Application, Historic and Forecast, 2019-2024, 2024-2029F, 2034F, $ Billion
22.3. Russia Knee Braces Market, Segmentation By End Use, Historic and Forecast, 2019-2024, 2024-2029F, 2034F, $ Billion
23. North America Knee Braces Market
23.1. North America Knee Braces Market Overview
23.2. North America Knee Braces Market, Segmentation By Type, Historic and Forecast, 2019-2024, 2024-2029F, 2034F, $ Billion
23.3. North America Knee Braces Market, Segmentation By Application, Historic and Forecast, 2019-2024, 2024-2029F, 2034F, $ Billion
23.4. North America Knee Braces Market, Segmentation By End Use, Historic and Forecast, 2019-2024, 2024-2029F, 2034F, $ Billion
24. USA Knee Braces Market
24.1. USA Knee Braces Market Overview
24.2. USA Knee Braces Market, Segmentation By Type, Historic and Forecast, 2019-2024, 2024-2029F, 2034F, $ Billion
24.3. USA Knee Braces Market, Segmentation By Application, Historic and Forecast, 2019-2024, 2024-2029F, 2034F, $ Billion
24.4. USA Knee Braces Market, Segmentation By End Use, Historic and Forecast, 2019-2024, 2024-2029F, 2034F, $ Billion
25. Canada Knee Braces Market
25.1. Canada Knee Braces Market Overview
25.2. Canada Knee Braces Market, Segmentation By Type, Historic and Forecast, 2019-2024, 2024-2029F, 2034F, $ Billion
25.3. Canada Knee Braces Market, Segmentation By Application, Historic and Forecast, 2019-2024, 2024-2029F, 2034F, $ Billion
25.4. Canada Knee Braces Market, Segmentation By End Use, Historic and Forecast, 2019-2024, 2024-2029F, 2034F, $ Billion
26. South America Knee Braces Market
26.1. South America Knee Braces Market Overview
26.2. South America Knee Braces Market, Segmentation By Type, Historic and Forecast, 2019-2024, 2024-2029F, 2034F, $ Billion
26.3. South America Knee Braces Market, Segmentation By Application, Historic and Forecast, 2019-2024, 2024-2029F, 2034F, $ Billion
26.4. South America Knee Braces Market, Segmentation By End Use, Historic and Forecast, 2019-2024, 2024-2029F, 2034F, $ Billion
27. Brazil Knee Braces Market
27.1. Brazil Knee Braces Market, Segmentation By Type, Historic and Forecast, 2019-2024, 2024-2029F, 2034F, $ Billion
27.2. Brazil Knee Braces Market, Segmentation By Application, Historic and Forecast, 2019-2024, 2024-2029F, 2034F, $ Billion
27.3. Brazil Knee Braces Market, Segmentation By End Use, Historic and Forecast, 2019-2024, 2024-2029F, 2034F, $ Billion
28. Middle East Knee Braces Market
28.1. Middle East Knee Braces Market Overview
28.2. Middle East Knee Braces Market, Segmentation By Type, Historic and Forecast, 2019-2024, 2024-2029F, 2034F, $ Billion
28.3. Middle East Knee Braces Market, Segmentation By Application, Historic and Forecast, 2019-2024, 2024-2029F, 2034F, $ Billion
28.4. Middle East Knee Braces Market, Segmentation By End Use, Historic and Forecast, 2019-2024, 2024-2029F, 2034F, $ Billion
29. Africa Knee Braces Market
29.1. Africa Knee Braces Market Overview
29.2. Africa Knee Braces Market, Segmentation By Type, Historic and Forecast, 2019-2024, 2024-2029F, 2034F, $ Billion
29.3. Africa Knee Braces Market, Segmentation By Application, Historic and Forecast, 2019-2024, 2024-2029F, 2034F, $ Billion
29.4. Africa Knee Braces Market, Segmentation By End Use, Historic and Forecast, 2019-2024, 2024-2029F, 2034F, $ Billion
30. Knee Braces Market Competitive Landscape And Company Profiles
30.1. Knee Braces Market Competitive Landscape
30.2. Knee Braces Market Company Profiles
30.2.1. Johnson & Johnson Services Inc. Overview, Products and Services, Strategy and Financial Analysis
30.2.2. 3M Company Overview, Products and Services, Strategy and Financial Analysis
30.2.3. Medline Industries Inc. Overview, Products and Services, Strategy and Financial Analysis
30.2.4. Essity AB Overview, Products and Services, Strategy and Financial Analysis
30.2.5. Enovis Corporation Overview, Products and Services, Strategy and Financial Analysis
31. Knee Braces Market Other Major And Innovative Companies
31.1. Weber Orthopedic Inc.
31.2. Otto Bock Healthcare GmbH
31.3. Ossur hf.
31.4. Orthofix Medical Inc.
31.5. Breg Inc.
31.6. Bauerfeind AG
31.7. McDavid Inc.
31.8. Tynor Orthotics Pvt. Ltd.
31.9. Mueller Sports Medicine Inc.
31.10. Aspen Medical Products Inc.
31.11. Medi GmbH & Co. KG
31.12. BioSkin LLC
31.13. Rehband AB
31.14. Medi-Dyne Healthcare Products Inc.
31.15. ThermoSki
32. Global Knee Braces Market Competitive Benchmarking And Dashboard
33. Key Mergers And Acquisitions In The Knee Braces Market
34. Recent Developments In The Knee Braces Market
35. Knee Braces Market High Potential Countries, Segments and Strategies
35.1 Knee Braces Market In 2029 - Countries Offering Most New Opportunities
35.2 Knee Braces Market In 2029 - Segments Offering Most New Opportunities
35.3 Knee Braces Market In 2029 - Growth Strategies