Market Trends of Cementless Total Knee System (TKS) Industry
The Tibial Component Segment is Expected to Witness Significant Growth During the Forecast Period
In tibial component surgeries, the top of the tibia, or shinbone, is replaced. The process is the same as the femoral component, as all the damaged tissues are cut away, and the tibia is shaped to fit the joint replacement. Then, the prosthetic component, called the tibial tray, is put in place. The increasing number of tibial component replacements, the growing prevalence of arthritis, and the rising geriatric population are expected to enhance segment growth.
Moreover, the rising prevalence of osteoarthritis and sports injuries is also expected to enhance segment growth. For instance, as per the Sports Accident Statistics report updated by LegalMatch in August 2022, injuries to the anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) occur roughly 150,000 times every year in the United States. In addition, female basketball and soccer players had an ACL injury 2 to 8 times more frequently than other athletes. This prevalence of a high number of sports-related injuries in the region is expected to boost the demand for tibial components in the country.
Furthermore, the advantages associated with cementless total knee systems (TKS) for the tibial component are also expected to enhance segment growth. For instance, according to an article published by the Journal of Medicine in January 2024, multiple advantages have been associated with the tibial component fixation with cementless total knee systems, including higher preservation of the native bone stock, avoidance of cement debris with subsequent potential third-body wear, and the achievement of a natural bond and osseointegration between the implant and the bone that will provide a durable and stable fixation. Thus, such advantages associated with TKS are expected to boost its usage and, thereby, enhance the segment's growth.
Moreover, the growing geriatric population around the world is also expected to boost segment growth, as TKS is also used for fixation of the tibial component in older people. For instance, according to the United Nations World Population Prospects published in 2022, the share of the global population aged 65 years or above is projected to rise from 10% in 2022 to 16% in 2050. The source also stated that by 2050, the number of persons aged 65 years or over worldwide is projected to be more than twice the number of children under age five and about the same as the number of children under age 12. Thus, such an increase in the geriatric population is also expected to boost the segment growth.
Therefore, the tibial component segment is expected to witness significant growth over the forecast period due to the abovementioned factors, such as the rising sports injuries, the rising geriatric population, and the growing advantages associated with TKS.
North America is Expected to Hold a Significant Share in the Market During the Forecast Period
North America is expected to hold a significant market share owing to factors such as the easy availability of technologically advanced products and the high awareness of cementless total knee systems in the region. For instance, according to the data updated by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), in February 2024, the age-adjusted prevalence of diagnosed arthritis in adults was 18.9% in 2022 in the United States, which is among the key factors contributing to the growth of the studied market in North America.
Moreover, the rising sports injuries in the region are also expected to boost the market growth. For instance, according to the data published by the National Safety Council of the United States in 2022, it was estimated that 3.6 million people were treated in emergency departments for injuries involving sports and recreational equipment in the United States in 2022. The most common activities frequently associated with injuries were exercise, cycling, and basketball. Thus, the high prevalence of such injuries is expected to boost the usage of cementless total knee systems (TKS) for treatment procedures, thus boosting the market growth.
Furthermore, key product launches, a high concentration of market players, or the manufacturer's presence in the United States are some factors driving the growth of the country's cementless total knee system market. For instance, in March 2022, Johnson & Johnson (DePuy Synthes) added two innovations to the ATTUNE knee portfolio, namely, the Attune Cementless Fixed-bearing Knee with Affixium 3DP Technology and the Attune Medical Stabilized System. These products are used for total knee arthroplasty procedures. Therefore, such product innovations in the region are anticipated to drive market growth in the country.
Therefore, owing to factors such as the rising prevalence of arthritis, the growing number of sports injuries, and developments by key players, the market is expected to flourish in North America.
