Speech Therapy Devices Market Size, Share, Industry, Forecast and Outlook (2024-2031)

Global Speech Therapy Devices Market is Segmented By Device Type (Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC) Devices (Unaided Communication Systems, Low-Tech AAC, High-Tech AAC), Electronic Fluency Devices( Delayed Auditory Feedback (DAF) Devices, Frequency Altered Feedback (FAF) Devices), Others), By Technology (Assistive Technology, Integrating Technology, Others), By Application (Speech Restoration, Apraxia, Aphasia, Stuttering, Speech Impairments, Swallowing Difficulty, Others), By End-User (Hospitals, Specialty Clinics, Speech Therapy Centers, Others), and By Region (North America, Europe, South America, Asia Pacific, Middle East, and Africa) – Share, Size, Outlook, and Opportunity Analysis, 2024-2031

Speech Therapy Devices Market Overview

Global speech therapy devices market reached US$ YY million in 2023 and is expected to reach US$ YY million by 2031, growing at a CAGR of YY% during the forecast period 2024-2031.

Speech therapy can help people who have difficulty speaking to communicate better and to break down the barriers that result from speech impediments. The goals of speech therapy include improving pronunciation, strengthening the muscles used in speech and learning to speak correctly. Speech therapy can be used for many different speech problems and disorders, from smaller problems like a hoarse voice up to partial loss of speech due to brain damage. Other medical or psychological treatments may also be used depending on the type of disorder.

Speech therapy is a proven, effective treatment that has helped millions of people improve their language and communication skills. Various types of devices are used for speech therapy.  Augmentative and alternative communication (AAC) is the use of symbols, aids, strategies and techniques to enhance the communication process. This includes sign language, various communication boards and both manual and electronic devices to help those who have trouble with communication. Electronic Fluency Devices are devices intended to help improve the fluency of people with stutters. They do this by playing the sound of the user's own voice back into their ear, slightly altered. 

Speech Therapy Devices Market Scope

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Speech Therapy Devices Market Dynamics

Increasing advancements in speech devices

The increasing advancements in speech devices are expected to drive the market over the forecast period. The ongoing advancements in technology including artificial intelligence and natural language processing are being incorporated into speech therapy devices. These innovations enhance the capabilities of these speech devices by making them more effective in treating speech and language disorders.

For instance, in November 2023, Babbel, the world's top-selling language learning platform unveiled two new speech-based technologies ‘AI-enhanced Speech Recognition’ and 'Everyday Conversations’ to develop the confidence levels and proficiency of its users in preparation for real-life conversations. 

In addition, integrated within the Babbel app, the new AI speech recognition tool provides users with valuable support during vocabulary-based lessons, including repetition exercises and tailored feedback to ensure pronunciation is correct. Babbel’s learners will also have the unique ability to independently practice dialogue in a safe space in a variety of preset social scenarios by using the new ‘Everyday Conversations’ feature.

Advancements in user interfaces and device accessibility make speech therapy more accessible to a broader population. User-friendly designs, touchscreens and intuitive interfaces cater to users of different ages and abilities including children and older adults. The development of speech therapy applications and devices that can be used remotely has become increasingly important, especially in light of global events. Remote and home-based solutions provide flexibility and continuity of care, making therapy more accessible to individuals who may face barriers to in-person sessions.

Advanced speech therapy devices often provide real-time feedback and monitoring. This feature allows both therapists and individuals undergoing therapy to track progress more effectively, adjust interventions accordingly, and ensure consistent improvement over time. The integration of speech therapy devices with telehealth services further expands their reach. Telehealth allows individuals to connect with speech therapists remotely, facilitating therapy sessions without the need for physical presence.

Further, the increasing prevalence of speech disorders, rising demand for various speech therapy devices, increasing awareness about speech impairments and speech therapy devices and rising technological advancements for advanced devices are the factors expected to drive the market over the forecast period.

Market Restraints

Factors such as these devices do not always work across all operating systems, noisy environments, accents and multiple speakers may degrade results, regular voice recognition software can lack integration with other key services, the high cost associated with the speech therapy devices, unmet needs are the factors expected to hamper the market. 

Speech Therapy Devices Market Segmentation

The global speech therapy devices market is segmented based on device type, technology, application, end-user and region.

The augmentative and alternative communication(AAC) devices segment accounted for approximately 54.7% of the speech therapy devices market share

The augmentative and alternative communication(AAC) devices segment is expected to hold the largest market share over the forecast period. An augmentative and alternative communication (AAC) device is a tablet or laptop that helps someone with a speech or language impairment to communicate. The term AAC device is often used interchangeably with terms like speech-generating device (SGD) or assistive communication device or simply communication device. 

For instance, on September 1, 2020, Control Bionics released the newest addition to its Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC) device line, the GridPad Trilogy communication solution. The new neuro-based voice output communication aid is intended to help people living with a range of conditions, including ALS, Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA), Cerebral Palsy and Spinal Cord Injury to find their voice.

AAC devices help users communicate through a combination of words, sentences and images that the device then “says out loud.” Additionally, users can also communicate by typing or drawing, sharing pictures and videos, or even repeating words they hear out loud. AAC devices have many benefits that have been shown both in research and in the success stories told by device users and their families. The most immediate benefit is improved communication.

For instance, on September 13, 2021, Global Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC) provider Smartbox Assistive Technology, launched Grid Pad 10s, a high-performance communication aid that will give disabled children and adults a voice. An Intel i5 processor, 8GB of RAM and a 256 GB SSD hard drive make it the fastest 10” AAC device available in the assistive technology market. Versatile access and positioning options make Grid Pad 10s suitable for a wide range of complex needs.

Speech Therapy Devices Market Geographical Share

North America accounted for approximately 41.7% of the market share 

North America region is expected to hold the largest market share over the forecast period owing to the strong presence of major players and increasing adoption of technologically advanced devices. North America especially the United States is known for its strong presence of major players such as medical device companies, these companies focus on the development of speech therapy devices with advanced features. 

In addition, there is an increasing adoption of technologically advanced speech therapy due to the increasing prevalence of speech disorders in the United States. For instance, according to the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association, nearly 1 in 12 U.S. children ages 3-17 has had a disorder related to voice, speech, language or swallowing. 

Nearly half of U.S. children ages 3-17 with a voice, speech, language, or swallowing disorder have not received intervention services in the past year. 3 million+ Americans stutter. Approximately 9.4 million adults report having a problem using their voice that lasted one week or longer. Approximately 2 million Americans suffer from aphasia. These increasing speech disorders in the region are expected to the adoption of more advanced speech therapy devices.

Speech Therapy Devices Market Companies

The major global players in the speech therapy devices market include PRC-Saltillo, RM Speech, Talk To Me Technologies LLC, AbleNet Inc, Tobii Dynavox AB, Jabbla, Enabling Devices, Liberator Pty Ltd, Smartbox Assistive Technology and Inclusive Technology among others. 

COVID-19 Impact Analysis

The COVID-19 pandemic significantly impacted the global speech therapy devices market. The COVID-19 pandemic has affected neurorehabilitation and speech therapy services, usual care has been disrupted and interventions have been modified affecting the impact on patient outcomes. The pandemic also disrupted the supply chain of these devices globally. 

COVID-19 caused hoarseness of voice, low volume or sometimes no voice. These usually clear off when the patient fully recovers but some patients have reported of having voice hoarseness even after recovering from COVID-19. These increase the demand for speech therapy devices.

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