Durable medical equipment market seen reaching $334 billion by 2030

The durable medical equipment market is projected to rise from $248.58 billion in 2026 to $334.08 billion by 2030, supported by aging populations, chronic disease growth and wider use of home-based care. North America held the largest share in 2025 as the report points to connected devices, remote monitoring and value-based care as key growth drivers.

Why it matters: - Durable medical equipment is becoming more central to chronic care, recovery and home-based treatment as health systems look for ways to support patients outside hospitals. - The market’s growth signals stronger demand for mobility aids, assistive devices and connected tools that can reduce hospital stays and improve day-to-day care. - Rising surgical volumes add to that demand because patients often need equipment during recovery.

What happened: - The Business Research Company released a 2026 outlook for the durable medical equipment market. - The market is expected to grow from $229.95 billion in 2025 to $248.58 billion in 2026, implying 8.1% annual growth. - The market is forecast to reach $334.08 billion by 2030, at a 7.7% CAGR. - North America held the largest market share in 2025.

The details: - Durable medical equipment includes medical devices or supplies prescribed for ongoing use by doctors, nurse practitioners, physician assistants or clinical nurse specialists. - The equipment is used to maintain health over time and support recovery through mobility, safety and therapeutic benefits. - Historical growth has been driven by an aging population, higher chronic disease rates, broader home healthcare availability, better reimbursement policies and greater access to assistive devices. - Future growth is expected to come from demand for home-based care, wider adoption of connected medical devices, value-based care models, patient-centered care and digital health investment. - Emerging trends include more home-use medical gear, remote patient monitoring, long-term care products, smart and connected devices, and tools that support mobility and independence. - The report says rising surgical procedures are a key market driver. - A June 2024 International Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery report found total surgical and non-surgical procedures rose 3.4% in 2023 to 34.9 million. - Face and head surgeries rose 19.6% to more than 6.5 million cases. - The report covers Asia-Pacific, South East Asia, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, South America, the Middle East and Africa, along with North America. - The 2026 report package adds market attractiveness scoring, TAM analysis, company scoring matrix graphics and tables, Excel-based forecasting dashboards, market hotspot infographics, key technology analysis and future trend analysis. - The company also offered a free sample of the report and a full report download. - Download the free sample - View the full report

Between the lines: - The forecast suggests durable medical equipment is shifting from a hospital-centered category to a broader home-care and connected-health market. - The emphasis on digital infrastructure and connected devices points to competition that may hinge on monitoring, interoperability and service models, not just hardware. - North America’s lead indicates the region still sets the pace for adoption, reimbursement and product innovation.

What's next: - The market is expected to keep expanding through 2030, with home care and remote monitoring likely to shape product demand. - Providers and manufacturers will likely focus more on smart devices, patient mobility and support for long-term care use cases. - Regional competition should intensify as companies target growth outside North America while adapting products to local reimbursement and care models.