Global External Fixators market Growth, Share, Size, Trends and Forecast (2025 - 2031)

By Product Type;

Manual Fixators and Computer-Aided Fixators

By Fixation Type;

Unilateral & Bilateral, Circular, Hybrid, and Others

By Application;

Orthopedic Deformities, Fracture Fixation, Infected Fracture, Limb Correction, and Others

By End-User;

Hospitals, Ambulatory Surgical Centers & Orthopedic, and Trauma Centers

By Geography;

North America, Europe, Asia Pacific, Middle East & Africa, and Latin America - Report Timeline (2021 - 2031)
Report ID: Rn638431986 Published Date: June, 2025 Updated Date: July, 2025

External Fixators market Overview

External Fixators market (USD Million)

External Fixators market Market was valued at USD 1,083.84 million in the year 2024. The size of this market is expected to increase to USD 1,746.12 million by the year 2031, while growing at a Compounded Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) of 7.1%.


Global External Fixators market Growth, Share, Size, Trends and Forecast

*Market size in USD million

CAGR 7.1 %


Study Period2025 - 2031
Base Year2024
CAGR (%)7.1 %
Market Size (2024)USD 1,083.84 Million
Market Size (2031)USD 1,746.12 Million
Market ConcentrationMedium
Report Pages334
1,083.84
2024
1,746.12
2031

Major Players

  • Johnson & Johnson
  • Orthofix Holdings, Inc.
  • Ortho-SUV Ltd.
  • Response Ortho LLC
  • Smith & Nephew
  • Stryker
  • Zimmer Biomet

Market Concentration

Consolidated - Market dominated by 1 - 5 major players

Global External Fixators market

Fragmented - Highly competitive market without dominant players


The External Fixators Market is growing rapidly due to the rising number of traumatic injuries and orthopedic surgeries. Over 40% of bone trauma cases now rely on external stabilization methods, owing to their superior adaptability in treating open fractures and multi-fragment injuries. Their efficiency in emergency care settings continues to bolster their usage.

Higher Procedural Volumes Increasing Adoption
With a rise of over 30% in elective orthopedic surgeries, the need for flexible and robust external fixation systems is escalating. Surgeons increasingly demand systems offering versatility, ease of use, and post-operative comfort, thereby fueling steady market expansion.

Cost-Sensitive Healthcare Shaping Procurement
Driven by the push for affordability, nearly 45% of hospitals are now opting for reusable and cost-efficient fixators. This shift reflects a larger strategy to cut surgical costs without compromising patient outcomes or procedural safety, especially in resource-sensitive environments.

Educational Support Expanding Market Reach
Training sessions and clinical workshops around external fixation techniques have increased by over 25%, equipping more professionals with the expertise to deploy these systems effectively. Enhanced awareness and proficiency are accelerating adoption across multiple trauma care levels.

  1. Introduction
    1. Research Objectives and Assumptions
    2. Research Methodology
    3. Abbreviations
  2. Market Definition & Study Scope
  3. Executive Summary
    1. Market Snapshot, By Product Type
    2. Market Snapshot, By Fixation Type
    3. Market Snapshot, By Application
    4. Market Snapshot, By End-User
    5. Market Snapshot, By Region
  4. External Fixators market Dynamics
    1. Drivers, Restraints and Opportunities
      1. Drivers
        1. Increasing Orthopedic Surgeries
        2. Growing Healthcare Infrastructure
        3. Rise in Road Accidents
      2. Restraints
        1. Limited Reimbursement Policies
        2. Alternative Treatment Options
        3. Stringent Regulatory Framework
      3. Opportunities
        1. Partnerships and Collaborations
        2. Focus on Outpatient Settings
        3. Investment in R&D
    2. PEST Analysis
      1. Political Analysis
      2. Economic Analysis
      3. Social Analysis
      4. Technological Analysis
    3. Porter's Analysis
      1. Bargaining Power of Suppliers
      2. Bargaining Power of Buyers
      3. Threat of Substitutes
      4. Threat of New Entrants
      5. Competitive Rivalry
  5. Market Segmentation
    1. External Fixators market, By Product Type, 2021-2031(USD Million)
      1. Manual Fixators
      2. Computer-Aided Fixators
    2. External Fixators market, By Fixation Type, 2021-2031(USD Million)
      1. Unilateral & Bilateral
      2. Circular
      3. Hybrid
      4. Others
    3. External Fixators market, By Application, 2021-2031(USD Million)
      1. Orthopedic Deformities
      2. Fracture Fixation
      3. Infected Fracture
      4. Limb Correction
      5. Others
    4. External Fixators market, By End-User, 2021-2031(USD Million)
      1. Hospitals
      2. Ambulatory Surgical Centers
      3. Orthopedic & Trauma Centers
    5. External Fixators market, By Geography, 2021-2031(USD Million)
      1. North America
        1. United States
        2. Canada
      2. Europe
        1. Germany
        2. United Kingdom
        3. France
        4. Italy
        5. Spain
        6. Nordic
        7. Benelux
        8. Rest of Europe
      3. Asia Pacific
        1. Japan
        2. China
        3. India
        4. Australia & New Zealand
        5. South Korea
        6. ASEAN (Association of South East Asian Countries)
        7. Rest of Asia Pacific
      4. Middle East & Africa
        1. GCC
        2. Israel
        3. South Africa
        4. Rest of Middle East & Africa
      5. Latin America
        1. Brazil
        2. Mexico
        3. Argentina
        4. Rest of Latin America
  6. Competitive Landscape
    1. Company Profiles
      1. Johnson & Johnson
      2. Orthofix Holdings, Inc
      3. Ortho-SUV Ltd
      4. Response Ortho LLC
      5. Smith & Nephew
      6. Stryker
      7. Zimmer Biomet
  7. Analyst Views
  8. Future Outlook of the Market