Global adaptive clothing market was valued at US$ 1,259.1 Million in 2022, exhibiting a CAGR of 6.7% during the forecast period (2023 to 2030).
Global Adaptive Clothing Market- Drivers
Growing Geriatric Population along with Increasing Disabilities in People
Growing geriatric population along with increasing disabilities in people, among kids as well as adults, is a key factor driving the global adaptive clothing market growth. According to a report presented by the World Health Organization, in November 2021, globally over 1 billion people are estimated to experience disability. This corresponds to about 15% of the world's population, with up to 190 million (3.8%) people aged 15 years and older having significant difficulties in functioning, and require health care services. Moreover, according to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services., in 2020, the number of Americans age 60 and older increased by 34% from 55.7 million to 74.6 million. In 2019, 30 million women and 24.1 million men were age 65 and older, thus, offering immense opportunities to the industry participants.
Rising Demand for Adaptive Clothing from Hospitals
There has been huge demand for adaptive clothing from hospitals as such clothing is convenient for caregivers, nurses or hospice staff to undress or dress patients. Adaptive clothing is preferred by patients suffering from diseases such as arthritis, paraplegics, and quadriplegics. Clothing has a crucial role for patients to get treatment. The adaptive clothes have openings, it makes easier for the doctors to attach any medical equipment to the patient’s body without sacrificing dignity. Thus, it helps to get the quicker access to the medical devices.
Figure 1. Global Adaptive Clothing Market Value Share (%), By Region, 2022
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Global Adaptive Clothing Market- Regional Analysis
Among region, North America held a dominant position in market in 2022, and is expected to maintain its dominance throughout the forecast period due to the high rate of disabled people in the region. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), in May 2023 around 27% or one in 4 were living in disability across the U.S Moreover, the presence of robust healthcare facilities is expected to boost the regional market growth in the near future.
Global Adaptive Clothing Market- Restraints
Less Awareness about the Adaptive Clothing in the Emerging and Underdeveloped Regions
Less awareness and high cost of the adaptive clothes are expected to restrain the market growth during the forecast period. A large number of the population across the world is unaware of the use of adaptive clothing, and another factor affecting the market is the cost of the adaptive clothing. The adaptive clothing are costlier than the normal cloths. Adaptive clothing allows people with disabilities to feel comfortable and confident in their appearance, however, not everyone with disabilities has the option to purchase adaptive clothing due to its high cost and limited supply.
Adaptive Clothing Market Report Coverage
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Base Year: | 2022 | Market Size in 2022: | US$ 1,259.1 Mn |
Historical Data for: | 2018 to 2021 | Forecast Period: | 2023 to 2030 |
Forecast Period 2023 to 2030 CAGR: | 6.7% | 2030 Value Projection: | US$ 2,117.4 Mn |
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Silvert’s Adaptive Clothing & Footwear, Izzy Camilleri, NBZ Apparel International, Able2Wear, Adaptions by Adrian, Professional Fit Clothing, Adaptive Clothing Showroom, Creation Confort, Buck & Buck, PVH Corp. and Lycra Company. |
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Global Adaptive Clothing Market- Trends
Growing demand from hospitals for the adaptive clothing is a key trend in the market. Rising demand for adaptive clothing from hospitals and other healthcare facilities as such clothing solutions are convenient for caregivers, hospice staff, and nurses to undress or dress patients is a major trend. Adaptive clothing is widely preferred for patients with arthritis, quadriplegics, and paraplegics.
Figure 2. Global Adaptive Clothing Market Value Share (%), By End User, 2022
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Global Adaptive Clothing Market- Segmentation
On the basis of end user, the Disabled Children and Adult population segment held the highest market share of global adaptive clothing market in 2022. It is expected to be the largest and the fastest growing segment throughout the forecast period. The segment’s dominance can be attributed to increasing population in the developed countries such as the U.K., Germany, Japan, and others. Furthermore, increasing standard of living and raising awareness of adaptive clothing in old-age homes and hospitals further boosts the segment growth.
Global Adaptive Clothing Market- Competitive Section
Major players operating in the global adaptive clothing market include Silvert’s Adaptive Clothing & Footwear, Izzy Camilleri, NBZ Apparel International, Able2Wear, Adaptions by Adrian, Professional Fit Clothing, Adaptive Clothing Showroom, Creation Confort, Buck & Buck, PVH Corp. and Lycra Company.
Global Adaptive Clothing Market- Recent Developments
*Definition: Adaptive clothing are garments that are designed with medical function in mind for post-surgery patients, the disabled, elderly, rehabilitation patients, special needs children and adults, people with arthritis, stroke victims, and others. Adapted clothes provide easy access to body parts without removing the entire garment, and makes it easier to change or remove clothing. There are many styles and medical purposes for disabled clothing - mostly garments with zippers that provide access to parts of the body that would otherwise require the clothes to be removed entirely. With adaptive clothing, a disabled or elderly patient can retain dignity, can provide some level of self-care, and experience the added comfort of quicker access to medical appliances and needs for both them and for a nurse or physician.
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