Hip Protector Market - Global Industry Size, Share, Trends, Opportunity, and Forecast, Segmented By Product Type, By Application, By Region & Competition, 2020-2030F

Description

The global Hip Protector Market was valued at USD 45.98 Billion in 2024 and is expected to reach USD 58.87 Billion by 2030 with a CAGR of 4.28% during the forecast period. The Hip Protectors Market consists of products designed to safeguard the hips, particularly in elderly individuals, from injuries resulting from falls. These protectors are typically worn on the body and help absorb the impact during a fall, reducing the likelihood of hip fractures and other serious injuries. Key factors driving market growth include the increasing aging population, who are more susceptible to falls, and the rising awareness of fall prevention in healthcare settings. Additionally, the expansion of elderly care facilities and home care services has fueled market growth. As life expectancy increases, there is a stronger focus on ensuring safety and independence, which boosts the demand for hip protectors. As injury prevention gains more attention, these products have become an essential part of daily care for older adults, contributing to the continued growth of the market as global awareness of their benefits increases.

Market Overview
Forecast Period	2026-2030
Market Size 2024	USD 45.98 Billion
Market Size 2030	USD 58.87 Billion
CAGR 2025-2030	4.28%
Fastest Growing Segment	Soft Hip Protectors
Largest Market	North America

Market Drivers

Aging Population

One of the most significant drivers of the hip protector market is the aging global population. As people live longer, the incidence of age-related health issues such as osteoporosis, mobility impairment, and frailty increases. Older adults are at a heightened risk for falls and subsequent hip fractures, which can lead to long-term disability, reduced quality of life, and increased healthcare costs. According to the World Health Organization (WHO), falls are the second leading cause of unintentional injury deaths globally, with older adults accounting for a large proportion of these incidents. Hip protectors, designed to absorb the shock from falls and reduce the risk of fractures, are increasingly being recommended by healthcare providers and caregivers as part of a comprehensive fall prevention strategy. Nursing homes, rehabilitation centers, and home care services are actively adopting these products to protect elderly individuals who are at higher risk of falls. As a result, the growing aging population is directly driving the demand for hip protectors, as families, caregivers, and healthcare providers seek preventive measures to mitigate fall-related injuries. By 2050, 80% of the elderly population will reside in low- and middle-income countries, facing challenges in adapting health and social systems to this demographic shift. Population aging is accelerating, with the number of people aged 60 and older surpassing those under 5 in 2020. Between 2015 and 2050, the global proportion of individuals over 60 will nearly double from 12% to 22%, creating significant pressures on healthcare and social support systems worldwide.

Key Market Challenges

Comfort and Wearability

One of the primary challenges facing the hip protector market is ensuring the comfort and wearability of the products. While the protective benefits of hip protectors are well-established, many users, particularly older adults, are hesitant to wear them consistently due to discomfort. Traditional designs, often bulky or restrictive, can be uncomfortable for extended wear, which reduces their effectiveness in preventing falls and fractures. Although advancements in materials and design have improved the comfort of hip protectors, there remains a gap between the need for protection and the user's desire for comfort. For instance, some protectors may still feel heavy or may restrict movement, making them less appealing for daily use. This is especially true for individuals with sensitive skin, joint pain, or other physical limitations. If users feel that the product negatively impacts their mobility or daily activities, they may choose to avoid wearing it altogether, which diminishes the overall effectiveness of hip protection efforts. Additionally, some users may find hip protectors visually unappealing, leading to reluctance in wearing them in public or even in private settings. Addressing these issues requires continuous innovation in product design to create hip protectors that are both highly protective and comfortable

Key Market Trends

Increasing Adoption in Elderly Care

One of the prominent trends in the hip protector market is the increasing adoption of these products in elderly care settings, including nursing homes, assisted living facilities, and home care environments. As the global elderly population continues to grow, healthcare providers are focusing more on fall prevention strategies to reduce the high costs associated with fall-related injuries, particularly hip fractures. Hip protectors are being integrated into fall prevention programs as a key component of injury reduction. Many healthcare facilities now routinely recommend or supply hip protectors for elderly residents who are at a higher risk of falling. This trend is fueled by growing awareness among caregivers and medical professionals of the protective benefits of these products. Additionally, healthcare providers are emphasizing the importance of proactive measures in reducing hospital admissions and improving patient outcomes, making hip protectors an essential part of comprehensive care plans. As the elderly population increases, the demand for hip protectors in care facilities is likely to continue growing.

Key Market Players

Tytex
Plum Enterprises
Patterson Medical
Suprima
Bort
Skil-Care
HipSaver
AliMed
Vital Base
Hornsby Comfy Hips

Report Scope:

In this report, the global Hip Protector Market has been segmented into the following categories, in addition to the industry trends which have also been detailed below:

Hip Protector Market, By Product Type:

Soft Hip Protectors
Hard Hip Protectors

Hip Protector Market, By Application:

Hospital
Nursing Home
Training Center
Other

Hip Protector Market, By Region:

North America
- United States
- Canada
- Mexico
Europe
- France
- Germany
- Spain
- Italy
- United Kingdom
Asia-Pacific
- China
- Japan
- India
- Vietnam
- South Korea
Middle East & Africa
- South Africa
- Saudi Arabia
- UAE
- Turkey
- Kuwait
- Egypt
South America
- Brazil
- Argentina
- Colombia

Competitive Landscape

Company Profiles: Detailed analysis of the major companies presents in the global Hip Protector Market.

Available Customizations:

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1. Introduction

1.1. Product Overview
1.2. Key Highlights of the Report
1.3. Market Coverage
1.4. Market Segments Covered
1.5. Research Tenure Considered

2. Research Methodology

2.1. Methodology Landscape
2.2. Objective of the Study
2.3. Baseline Methodology
2.4. Formulation of the Scope
2.5. Assumptions and Limitations
2.6. Sources of Research
2.7. Approach for the Market Study
2.8. Methodology Followed for Calculation of Market Size & Market Shares
2.9. Forecasting Methodology

3. Executive Summary

3.1. Overview of the Market
3.2. Overview of Key Market Segmentations
3.3. Overview of Key Market Players
3.4. Overview of Key Regions
3.5. Overview of Market Drivers, Challenges, and Trends

4. Voice of Customer Analysis

4.1. Brand Awareness
4.2. Factor Influencing Purchasing Decision

5. Global Hip Protector Market Outlook

5.1. Market Size & Forecast
- 5.1.1. By Value
5.2. Market Share & Forecast
- 5.2.1. By Product Type (Soft Hip Protectors, Hard Hip Protectors)
- 5.2.2. By Application (Hospital, Nursing Home, Training Center, Other)
- 5.2.3. By Region
- 5.2.4. By Company (2024)
5.3. Market Map

6. North America Hip Protector Market Outlook

6.1. Market Size & Forecast
- 6.1.1. By Value
6.2. Market Share & Forecast
- 6.2.1. By Product Type
- 6.2.2. By Application
- 6.2.3. By Country
6.3. North America: Country Analysis
- 6.3.1. United States Hip Protector Market Outlook
  - 6.3.1.1. Market Size & Forecast
    - 6.3.1.1.1. By Value
  - 6.3.1.2. Market Share & Forecast
    - 6.3.1.2.1. By Product Type
    - 6.3.1.2.2. By Application
- 6.3.2. Canada Hip Protector Market Outlook
  - 6.3.2.1. Market Size & Forecast
    - 6.3.2.1.1. By Value
  - 6.3.2.2. Market Share & Forecast
    - 6.3.2.2.1. By Product Type
    - 6.3.2.2.2. By Application
- 6.3.3. Mexico Hip Protector Market Outlook
  - 6.3.3.1. Market Size & Forecast
    - 6.3.3.1.1. By Value
  - 6.3.3.2. Market Share & Forecast
    - 6.3.3.2.1. By Product Type
    - 6.3.3.2.2. By Application

7. Europe Hip Protector Market Outlook

7.1. Market Size & Forecast
- 7.1.1. By Value
7.2. Market Share & Forecast
- 7.2.1. By Product Type
- 7.2.2. By Application
- 7.2.3. By Country
7.3. Europe: Country Analysis
- 7.3.1. France Hip Protector Market Outlook
  - 7.3.1.1. Market Size & Forecast
    - 7.3.1.1.1. By Value
  - 7.3.1.2. Market Share & Forecast
    - 7.3.1.2.1. By Product Type
    - 7.3.1.2.2. By Application
- 7.3.2. Germany Hip Protector Market Outlook
  - 7.3.2.1. Market Size & Forecast
    - 7.3.2.1.1. By Value
  - 7.3.2.2. Market Share & Forecast
    - 7.3.2.2.1. By Product Type
    - 7.3.2.2.2. By Application
- 7.3.3. Spain Hip Protector Market Outlook
  - 7.3.3.1. Market Size & Forecast
    - 7.3.3.1.1. By Value
  - 7.3.3.2. Market Share & Forecast
    - 7.3.3.2.1. By Product Type
    - 7.3.3.2.2. By Application
- 7.3.4. Italy Hip Protector Market Outlook
  - 7.3.4.1. Market Size & Forecast
    - 7.3.4.1.1. By Value
  - 7.3.4.2. Market Share & Forecast
    - 7.3.4.2.1. By Product Type
    - 7.3.4.2.2. By Application
- 7.3.5. United Kingdom Hip Protector Market Outlook
  - 7.3.5.1. Market Size & Forecast
    - 7.3.5.1.1. By Value
  - 7.3.5.2. Market Share & Forecast
    - 7.3.5.2.1. By Product Type
    - 7.3.5.2.2. By Application

8. Asia-Pacific Hip Protector Market Outlook

8.1. Market Size & Forecast
- 8.1.1. By Value
8.2. Market Share & Forecast
- 8.2.1. By Product Type
- 8.2.2. By Application
- 8.2.3. By Country
8.3. Asia-Pacific: Country Analysis
- 8.3.1. China Hip Protector Market Outlook
  - 8.3.1.1. Market Size & Forecast
    - 8.3.1.1.1. By Value
  - 8.3.1.2. Market Share & Forecast
    - 8.3.1.2.1. By Product Type
    - 8.3.1.2.2. By Application
- 8.3.2. Japan Hip Protector Market Outlook
  - 8.3.2.1. Market Size & Forecast
    - 8.3.2.1.1. By Value
  - 8.3.2.2. Market Share & Forecast
    - 8.3.2.2.1. By Product Type
    - 8.3.2.2.2. By Application
- 8.3.3. India Hip Protector Market Outlook
  - 8.3.3.1. Market Size & Forecast
    - 8.3.3.1.1. By Value
  - 8.3.3.2. Market Share & Forecast
    - 8.3.3.2.1. By Product Type
    - 8.3.3.2.2. By Application
- 8.3.4. Vietnam Hip Protector Market Outlook
  - 8.3.4.1. Market Size & Forecast
    - 8.3.4.1.1. By Value
  - 8.3.4.2. Market Share & Forecast
    - 8.3.4.2.1. By Product Type
    - 8.3.4.2.2. By Application
- 8.3.5. South Korea Hip Protector Market Outlook
  - 8.3.5.1. Market Size & Forecast
    - 8.3.5.1.1. By Value
  - 8.3.5.2. Market Share & Forecast
    - 8.3.5.2.1. By Product Type
    - 8.3.5.2.2. By Application

9. Middle East & Africa Hip Protector Market Outlook

9.1. Market Size & Forecast
- 9.1.1. By Value
9.2. Market Share & Forecast
- 9.2.1. By Product Type
- 9.2.2. By Application
- 9.2.3. By Country
9.3. MEA: Country Analysis
- 9.3.1. South Africa Hip Protector Market Outlook
  - 9.3.1.1. Market Size & Forecast
    - 9.3.1.1.1. By Value
  - 9.3.1.2. Market Share & Forecast
    - 9.3.1.2.1. By Product Type
    - 9.3.1.2.2. By Application
- 9.3.2. Saudi Arabia Hip Protector Market Outlook
  - 9.3.2.1. Market Size & Forecast
    - 9.3.2.1.1. By Value
  - 9.3.2.2. Market Share & Forecast
    - 9.3.2.2.1. By Product Type
    - 9.3.2.2.2. By Application
- 9.3.3. UAE Hip Protector Market Outlook
  - 9.3.3.1. Market Size & Forecast
    - 9.3.3.1.1. By Value
  - 9.3.3.2. Market Share & Forecast
    - 9.3.3.2.1. By Product Type
    - 9.3.3.2.2. By Application
- 9.3.4. Turkey Hip Protector Market Outlook
  - 9.3.4.1. Market Size & Forecast
    - 9.3.4.1.1. By Value
  - 9.3.4.2. Market Share & Forecast
    - 9.3.4.2.1. By Product Type
    - 9.3.4.2.2. By Application
- 9.3.5. Kuwait Hip Protector Market Outlook
  - 9.3.5.1. Market Size & Forecast
    - 9.3.5.1.1. By Value
  - 9.3.5.2. Market Share & Forecast
    - 9.3.5.2.1. By Product Type
    - 9.3.5.2.2. By Application
- 9.3.6. Egypt Hip Protector Market Outlook
  - 9.3.6.1. Market Size & Forecast
    - 9.3.6.1.1. By Value
  - 9.3.6.2. Market Share & Forecast
    - 9.3.6.2.1. By Product Type
    - 9.3.6.2.2. By Application

10. South America Hip Protector Market Outlook

10.1. Market Size & Forecast
- 10.1.1. By Value
10.2. Market Share & Forecast
- 10.2.1. By Product Type
- 10.2.2. By Application
- 10.2.3. By Country
10.3. South America: Country Analysis
- 10.3.1. Brazil Hip Protector Market Outlook
  - 10.3.1.1. Market Size & Forecast
    - 10.3.1.1.1. By Value
  - 10.3.1.2. Market Share & Forecast
    - 10.3.1.2.1. By Product Type
    - 10.3.1.2.2. By Application
- 10.3.2. Argentina Hip Protector Market Outlook
  - 10.3.2.1. Market Size & Forecast
    - 10.3.2.1.1. By Value
  - 10.3.2.2. Market Share & Forecast
    - 10.3.2.2.1. By Product Type
    - 10.3.2.2.2. By Application
- 10.3.3. Colombia Hip Protector Market Outlook
  - 10.3.3.1. Market Size & Forecast
    - 10.3.3.1.1. By Value
  - 10.3.3.2. Market Share & Forecast
    - 10.3.3.2.1. By Product Type
    - 10.3.3.2.2. By Application

11. Market Dynamics

11.1. Drivers
11.2. Challenges

12. Market Trends & Developments

12.1. Merger & Acquisition (If Any)
12.2. Product Launches (If Any)
12.3. Recent Developments

13. Porters Five Forces Analysis

13.1. Competition in the Industry
13.2. Potential of New Entrants
13.3. Power of Suppliers
13.4. Power of Customers
13.5. Threat of Substitute Products

14. Competitive Landscape

14.1. Company Profiles
- 14.1.1. Tytex
  - 14.1.1.1. Business Overview
  - 14.1.1.2. Company Snapshot
  - 14.1.1.3. Products & Services
  - 14.1.1.4. Financials (As Per Availability)
  - 14.1.1.5. Key Market Focus & Geographical Presence
  - 14.1.1.6. Recent Developments
  - 14.1.1.7. Key Management Personnel
- 14.1.2. Plum Enterprises
- 14.1.3. Patterson Medical
- 14.1.4. Suprima
- 14.1.5. Bort
- 14.1.6. Skil-Care
- 14.1.7. HipSaver
- 14.1.8. AliMed
- 14.1.9. Vital Base
- 14.1.10. Hornsby Comfy Hips