Medical Polymer Splint Market 

Key drivers of the medical polymer splint market include the growing geriatric population and rising musculoskeletal diseases like arthritis, osteoporosis, etc. The rapid technological advancements will fuel the growth of the medical polymer splint market during the forecast period. 

Trends Influencing the Global Medical Polymer Splint Market

Beneficial in joint pains and injuries

The global aging population is increasing rapidly. They are more likely to suffer from chronic injuries and acute pain. Splints immobilize and protect joints. They reduce swelling and aid in the healing process. The knee immobilizing splint is used immediately after surgery to ensure proper patellar alignment. It prevents reinjures and surgical management of quadriceps rupture, ligament rupture, and dislocation. The splints are highly effective in the treatment of traumatic knee injuries, ankle sprains, and carpometacarpal osteoarthritis. These factors will boost the growth of the medical polymer splint market during the forecast period.

Technical innovations

The advent of digital manufacturing processes has changed the medical industry. Traditional splints and plaster casts are effective but due to their heavy structure and low ventilation patient satisfaction levels during rehabilitation are very low. Hence 3D customization and printing have come into the picture. A modeling tool creates a semi-automatic design system for printing out splints. The production process is detailed with thickness calculation, lettuce structure, and assembly integration. Clinicians can compile complex splint designs within minutes. It automatically patches up minor flaws and measures the exact thickness and lattice density. 3D printed splints are lightweight, waterproof, and sufficiently ventilated. They provide customized fit, and comfort and are aesthetically pleasing. Healthcare professionals do not news to indulge in time-consuming operating models as a quick scan of the patient's affected limb builds up the exact design. These factors will fuel the growth of the medical polymer splint market in the forthcoming years. 

Side effects

Medical splints have been able to accurately replicate the affected limb, tissue, or muscle of a patient. However, there are issues related to it. Pressure sores keep popping up. Compartment syndrome, thermal injuries, and the formation of bacterial infections hamper the development of the medical splints market. Several problems keep arising such as numbness, arthritis pain, itching, loss of circulation, muscle soreness, and feeling uncomfortable. 

Medical Polymer Splint Market Share

Based on type, the glass fiber segment is expected to dominate in the medical polymer splint market share as it holds fractured bones tightly. The material can be molded easily into various shapes. They are available in different sizes and colors. Glass fiber is preferred for people suffering from joint pains. It is cheaper than other substances.

Based on application, the hospital segment will witness considerable growth in the medical polymer splint market share as splints are regularly used in hospitals to treat injured body parts and chronic injuries.

Based on region, North America is expected to maintain the lead in the medical polymer splint market share due to the rising geriatric population, increasing incidences of sports injuries, and the presence of key players. 

By Type

• Glass fiber
• Polyurethane
• Resin
• Other

By Application

• Hospital
• Clinical
• Other

By Company

• Glaxsan Pharma
• Tuoren
• Performance Health
• Topcare Biotech
• AdvaCare Pharma
• Jiangsu Maibang Biotechnology
• Shandong Haidi Ke Biotechnology
• Shaanxi Yuanguang High Technology
• Jinan Tasite Biotechnology
• Anhui Ankang Health Materials
• Wuxi S&Y

By Region

• North America
• US.
• Canada
• Europe
• Germany
• France
• UK.
• Italy
• Russia
• Asia-Pacific
• China
• Japan
• South Korea
• India
• Australia
• Taiwan
• Indonesia
• Thailand
• Malaysia
• Philippines
• Vietnam
• Latin America
• Mexico
• Brazil
• Argentina
• Middle East & Africa
• Turkey
• Saudi Arabia
• U.A.E