Wheelchair Market Outlook:
Wheelchair Market size was valued at USD 6.94 billion in 2025 and is likely to cross USD 15.69 billion by 2035, expanding at more than 8.5% CAGR during the forecast period i.e., between 2026-2035. In the year 2026, the industry size of wheelchair is assessed at USD 7.47 billion.
Wheelchairs are rapidly gaining traction due to the increasing prevalence of spinal cord injuries, mobility impairments, and physical disabilities across several age groups. According to the World Health Organization statistics, 80 million people i.e. 1% of the global population require a wheelchair to assist their mobility. This has resulted in a surging need for advanced, user-friendly, and comfortable wheelchairs. Leading manufacturers and industry giants are forming strategic alliances to develop wheelchairs with advanced technologies and features. For instance, in November 2024, Sunrise Medical announced the launch of QUICKIE QS5 X, a lightweight folding wheelchair with a stylish and sophisticated design and robust frame construction.
The integration of advanced technologies such as AI, M, and IoT has resulted in the development of next-generation wheelchairs with features such as autonomous navigation, advanced health monitoring, and real-time personalized adjustments. Several companies are developing advanced sensors. Yamaha Motor Co. Ltd. for example announced the launch of a new wheelchair electric power unit, the JWG-1, retrofitted to the manual wheelchair in October 2024. The company plans to sell the units to manufacturers from January 2025. These units can be fitted to manual wheelchairs, enabling motorization.
