Diathermy Equipment Market Size (2024 - 2029)

Diathermy Equipment Market Analysis

The Diathermy Equipment Market size is estimated at USD 3.25 billion in 2024, and is expected to reach USD 4.71 billion by 2029, growing at a CAGR of 7.73% during the forecast period (2024-2029).

Diathermy is a treatment mainly for muscle and joint conditions. It uses high-frequency electric currents to generate heat in body tissues. Different types, such as microwaves, shortwave, and ultrasound equipment, are used to treat various conditions.

The increasing incidence of arthritis and other muscle-related disorders and high demand for diathermy treatment are expected to drive the global diathermy equipment market. Knee osteoarthritis is among the most common forms of osteoarthritis, especially among older adults. As the population ages globally, there is a larger pool of individuals at risk of developing knee OA, leading to increased demand for diathermy equipment targeting this condition. For instance, according to the article published in Medscape in October 2023, by 2050, knee osteoarthritis cases are expected to grow by 74.9% compared with 2020 globally. The huge prevalence of knee OA is expected to increase demand for diathermy equipment as it relaxes muscles and joints, reduces inflammation and swelling, and improves blood circulation. Thus, the huge prevalence of knee OA is likely to boost market growth during the forecast period.

Moreover, the rising awareness of osteoarthritis and other musculoskeletal disorders is anticipated to boost market growth due to increased awareness of osteoarthritis treatments. For instance, in October 2023, the Middle East Arthritis Foundation (MEAF) hosted a memorable day to spread awareness of osteoarthritis in Dubai under the impactful theme ‘Inspired by Patients…Driven by Passion’. This program was to recognize symptoms of osteoarthritis and other musculoskeletal disorders as early identification paves the way for enhanced treatment options. Government initiatives to enhance orthopedic care are projected to boost the market growth.

Also, growing research and development studies focusing on various applications of diathermy are projected to boost its adoption, thereby influencing market growth. For instance, the data published in the Journal of Cureus in April 2024 stated various applications of diathermy and its potential use in dentistry for the treatment of orofacial pain conditions such as arthralgia, temporomandibular joint (TMJ) internal derangements, myositis, myalgia, and myofascial dysfunction. Such research studies focusing on various applications of diathermy are expected to increase market growth over the forecast period.

However, lack of expertise, adequate knowledge, and usage restrictions on patients with cancers, implants, etc., are factors hampering the market growth.

Diathermy Equipment Industry Segmentation

As per the scope of the report, diathermy equipment uses energy sources to deep-heat areas of the body. Rather than a heat source, diathermy uses sources like electricity and sound, which the body converts into heat. The heat generated aids in improving blood circulation, increasing tissue mobility, reducing inflammation, and relieving pain. Diathermy treats musculoskeletal disorders such as joint pains, sprains, neuromas, back pains, arthritis, fibromyalgia, myositis, tendonitis, bursitis, and tenosynovitis.

The diathermy equipment market is segmented into product, application, end-user, and geography. By product, the market is segmented into microwave diathermy equipment, shortwave diathermy equipment, and ultrasound diathermy equipment. By application, the market is segmented into physical therapy and electrosurgery. By end user, the market is segmented into hospitals, clinics, physiotherapy centers, and other end users. By geography, the market is segmented into North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, South America, and Middle East and Africa. The report also offers the market size and forecasts for 17 regional countries. For each segment, the market sizing and forecasts are made based on value (USD).