Patient Positioning System Market Report By Product (Patient Positioning Tables, Surgical Tables, Radiolucent Imaging, Tables, Examination Tables, Patient Positioning Accessories), By End User (Hospitals, Ambulatory Surgical Centers, Diagnostic Centers), By Application (Surgery, Diagnostics & Imaging, Cancer Therapy) - Forecast to 2021–2031

Market Snapshot

In 2020 the global patient positioning system market was valued at US$ 1 Bn and is expected to increase by nearly US$ 500 Mn by the end of 2031. Fact.MR, market research and competitive intelligence provider has also predicted the global patient positioning system industry to progress at a modest CAGR of 4.5% over the forecast period.

Demand Analysis of Patient Positioning Systems (2016 to 2020) Vs Future Market Estimates (2021 to 2031)

Demand for patient positioning systems has increased over the past few years and is expected to have a modest growth over the next ten years. Increasing incidence of chronic diseases, increase in hospitalization of patients, rising geriatric population, advancements in technology, need for technologically advanced healthcare centers are some of the major factors driving the demand for patient positioning system.

Rising healthcare expenditure in most economies is expected to be extremely favourable in terms of sales of patient positioning systems in the new advanced healthcare infrastructure that is being bolstered. Increasing prevalence of cancer is also expected to prove a major positive factor for the patient positioning system market. The demand for patient positioning in disease diagnosis is expected to rise substantially over the decade.

Growth is also expected to be hindered by the fierce competition among the manufacturers which has resulted in a wide number of alternate solutions that affect the overall demand for patient positioning system. Despite this the market is predicted to evolve at a decent CAGR of 4.5% over the decade.

What is the Outlook for Robotic Patient Positioning Systems?

The patient positioning systems industry is expected to see major technological reforms as advancements in technology are applied to these systems to enhance their efficiency and accuracy. The top manufacturers of patient positioning products are investing in research and development that would enable them to make products that are advanced as per new standards.

Development of advanced positioning equipment is heading the research as it is what the new technologically advanced healthcare infrastructure demands. Integrated patient positioning and use of robotics and AI are also major trends that are anticipated to be major in terms of demand and revenue over the forecast period.

Development of robotic patient positioning systems will be a major trend in the future and its demand is already seeing a major rise as these systems are more precise and extremely efficient and easy to use. Development of integrated patient positioning systems is expected to subsequently pick up pace as advanced healthcare facilities increase in number.

In Terms of End Use, Which Establishments Will Be Crucial for Patient Positioning System Sales?

Demand for patient positioning products in hospitals is expected to be driven by the rising number of hospitals all across the globe which is a result of increasing focus on developing an effective healthcare infrastructure. Hospitals are anticipated to be the largest and most prominent segment in terms of end use.

In contrast, sales of patient positioning systems in ambulatory surgical centers are anticipated to rise at the fastest CAGR over the decade.

Why are Sales of Patient Positioning Accessories Rising Rapidly?

Patient positioning accessories hold a significant amount of revenue share in the market landscape. The segment is anticipated to contribute to around 12% of the global revenue share of the overall industry by the end of forecast period. The use of patient positioning accessories in diagnostic centers is expected to see a steady rise. Latest innovations in patient positioning accessories are also expected to prove lucrative in terms of demand and overall sales.

Which Regions Could be Highly Beneficial for Patient Positioning System Providers?

This research details the global patient positioning system industry landscape in regions like North America, Latin America, Europe, APAC, and MEA.

North America as usual is expected to hold a prominent chunk of the global patient positioning system market share both in terms of revenue as well as demand. This dominance can be attributed to the fast adoption of advanced procedures and increasing prevalence of chronic diseases in the region.

Europe is expected to emerge as a highly lucrative market for patient positioning system in terms of demand owing to the rising opportunities in various parts of the region. Increasing importance of safety of the patient during surgical procedures is also expected to be a major aspect promoting the demand for patient positioning system.

Asia Pacific is also anticipated to have a positive outlook for the industry owing to developing healthcare infrastructure in emerging economies in the region. MEA region is expected to follow a similar trend but the lack of awareness of these systems is a major obstacle that needs to be tackled in order to unlock the full potential.

Country-wise Analysis

Why is the U.S. Patient Positioning System Market Leading the Race?

The U.S. has a healthcare infrastructure that is advanced than most of the nations in the world. This makes it a very lucrative market for technologies like patient positioning systems which bolster the efficiency and effectiveness of its healthcare infrastructure. Manufacturers can benefit from the demand in this country if they come up with unique and effective products, it is a highly fragmented market due to the presence of many prominent players so the competition is fierce in this nation.

Will Government Initiatives Drive Demand for Patient Positioning Systems in China?

Government initiatives and funding has been a major driver for almost all verticals in China. The similar trend is expected to be seen for the demand for patient positioning systems as the government focuses on bolstering the healthcare infrastructure. Strong government backing and increased R&D activity is expected to prove very favourable for manufacturers of patient positioning accessories in China.

Category-wise Analysis

Why is Demand for Patient Positioning Tables So High?

As per this revised industry analysis, sales of surgical tables are expected to account for majority of revenue share over the forecast period.

Demand for radiolucent imaging tables is predicted to keep advancing at a steady CAGR over the next ten years and retain a similar market share too. Demand for examination tables is expected to follow and rise at a decent CAGR of around 5% through 2031.

COVID-19 Pandemic Evaluation?

Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the world saw major increase in hospitalization of individuals. The world wasn’t ready for this extent of hospitalization, and most healthcare infrastructure crumbled under the immense pressure of COVID-19-affected patients.

Now, as the pandemic starts to subside, and world is returning to some kind of normalcy, governments are focusing on identifying the cracks in their healthcare infrastructure and are taking initiatives to cement and bolster the same.

Patient positioning systems are expected to benefit from this upgradation of healthcare establishments across the globe.

Competitive Landscape

Increasing research and investments by manufacturers of patient positioning systems and rising demand for improving healthcare infrastructure across the world are expected to strengthen market growth potential.

• A leading name in biomedical vertical from Italy, Esaote announced its entry in the total body MRI industry with the launch of a system - Magnifico Open. The new launch is aimed at providing comfortable and efficient patient positioning, especially for claustrophobic and younger individuals.
• In July 2021, A J Hospital & Research in Mangaluru, Karnataka, India, announced the installation of one of the most modern CT systems. The 128 Slice Dual Energy CT scanner is equipped with AI to optimise patient positioning and offering better assistance to technologists.

Boron’s neutron capture therapy (BNCT) treatment room at the Helsinki University Hospital is being developed to realize its full clinical potential by partnering with various industry leaders. The room will be equipped with state-of-the-art robotic patient-positioning systems.

Patient Positioning System Industry Report Scope

Key Segments of Patient Positioning System Industry Survey

• By Product:

  • Patient Positioning Tables
  • Surgical Tables
  • Radiolucent Imaging Tables
  • Examination Tables
  • Patient Positioning Accessories
  • Other Patient Positioning Systems

• By End User:

  • Hospitals
  • Ambulatory Surgical Centers
  • Diagnostic Centers
  • Others

• By Application:

  • Use of Patient Positioning Equipment in Surgery
  • Demand for Patient Positioning Systems for Diagnostics & Imaging
  • Demand for Patient Positioning for Cancer Therapy
  • Others