Global Sports Wheelchairs Market Size, Share, and Trends Analysis Report, By Type (Manual Wheelchair and Electric Wheelchair), By Application (Basketball, Tennis, Competition, and Other), Forecast (2022-2028)

The global sports wheelchairs market is anticipated to grow at a CAGR of 4.5% during the forecast period (2022-2028).  Sports wheelchairs are specially designed for the disabled person playing that requires speed and agility, such as basketball, rugby, tennis, and racing. The goal of a wheelchair is to allow individuals equal access in their chosen field. It is a modernized rather than a traditional wheelchair where users can enjoy their favorite sports. With the increasing awareness about disability among athletes and the increase in the participation in sports activities such as soccer, basketball, and tennis by disabled people have significantly increased the demand for sports wheelchairs which are more comfortable than traditional wheelchairs. These are some factors driving the growth of the global sports wheelchair market.

 

The market is segmented based on the type and application. Based on the type, the market is segmented into manual wheelchairs and electric wheelchairs. In a manual wheelchair, the person needs to pull the chair by himself or the person accompanied by him. Manual wheelchairs are best suited for indoor use as they do not have small casters which makes them less stable when used outdoors. Electric wheelchairs is a motorized, electrically-powered device that allows people to move from one place to another. Electric wheelchairs are used in sports such as basketball, soccer, and many more sports. In soccer, every player’s electric wheelchair is fitted with a soccer guard and players use this to maneuver the soccer ball around.

 

Some major players operating in the market include Nissin Medical Industries Co., Ltd., and Sunrise Medical (US) LLC, among others. The market players are contributing significantly to the growth of the market by the adoption of various strategies including mergers and acquisitions, geographical expansion, partnerships, new product launches, and collaborations, to stay competitive in the market. For instance, RGK Wheelchairs, Elite basketball sports wheelchairs with lightweight frames guarantee. The seemingly endless options available for backrest and seating positioning allow for a setup that will only work for the user, ensuring that the user has the closest connection and maximum performance to allow them to focus entirely on the court rather than self-propulsion.

 

Market Coverage

• The market number available for – 2021-2028
• Base year- 2021
• Forecast period- 2022-2028
• Segment Covered-
  • By Type
  • By Application
• Regions Covered-
  • North America
  • Europe
  • Asia-Pacific
  • Rest of the World
• Competitive Landscape- Nissin Medical Industries Co., Ltd., and Sunrise Medical (US) LLC, among others.

 

Key questions addressed by the report

• What is the market growth rate?
• Which segment and region dominate the market in the base year?
• Which segment and region will project the fastest growth in the market?
• How has COVID-19 impacted the market?
  • Deviation from the pre-COVID-19 forecast
  • Most affected region and segment
• Who is the leader in the market?
• How players are addressing challenges to sustain growth?
• Where is the investment opportunity?

 

Global Sports Wheelchairs Market Report by Segment

By Type

• Manual Wheelchair
• Electric Wheelchair

By Application

• Basketball
• Tennis
• Competition
• Other

 

Global Sports Wheelchairs Market Report by Region

North America

• United States
• Canada

Europe

• UK
• Germany
• Italy
• Spain
• France
• Rest of Europe

Asia-Pacific

• China
• India
• Japan
• South Korea
• Rest of Asia-Pacific

Rest of the World

• Latin America
• Middle East & Africa