A new Transparency Market Research report states that the global elderly and disabled assistive devices market was valued at US$12.3 bn in 2012 and is predicted to reach US$19.6 bn by 2019. It is expected to expand at a CAGR of 6.90% between 2013 and 2019. The title of the report is “Elderly and Disabled Assistive Devices Market – Global Industry Analysis, Size, Share, Growth, Trends and Forecast ... Read more

Elderly and disabled population are dependent, to a great extent, on other people or devices that support them in their day-to-day activities such as locomotion, proper vision and hearing, and more importantly safety while performing these activities. Assistive devices provide greater independence to elderly and disabled population in performing their tasks, which can otherwise be a tedious task. Assistive devices such as ambulatory aids, hearing aids, braille translators, and text-to-speech ... Read more

Elderly and disabled assistive devices help improve the quality of life of elderly people and those living with disabilities. These include products such as mobility aids like wheelchairs, mobility scooters, walkers and canes that help patients move around independently. Other assistive devices include medical furniture like lifts and transfers equipment that help patients eat, dress and attend to personal hygiene independently.

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The elderly and disabled assistive devices market comprises various medical equipment and devices that help improve the mobility, hearing, vision, safety, and communication abilities of elderly or disabled individuals. Devices such as mobility aids, medical furniture, bathroom safety equipment, and monitoring devices help enhance the quality of life of those with disabilities or limited mobility. The rising geriatric population has fueled the demand for assistive devices globally. The global ... Read more