Wound Care Fiber Market Size, Share, Industry, Forecast and outlook (2024-2031)

Global Wound Care Fiber Market is segmented By Product Type (Foam Dressings, Hydrocolloid Dressings, Film Dressings, Alginate Dressings, Hydrogel Dressings, Collagen Dressings, Others) By Fiber Type (Alginates Fiber, Hydro fiber, Nano Fiber, Gelling Fiber, Specialty Absorbents/Super Absorbents, Others) By Variant Type (Silver, Calcium, Hydrogel, Others) By End User (Hospitals, Ambulatory Surgical Centers, Specialty Clinics, Homecare Settings, Others) and By Region (North America, Europe, South America, Asia Pacific, Middle East, and Africa) – Share, Size, Outlook, and Opportunity Analysis, 2024-2031

Market Overview

Global Wound Care Fiber 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

Wound care fibers are materials used in the fabrication of wound healing and healthcare products. They can be composed of various substances, including synthetic fibers made from sodium carboxymethyl cellulose, strengthening cellulose fibers, and other super-absorbent materials. When these fibers absorb exudate into their structure, a gel forms, which maintains a moist wound environment, promoting healing.

Market Scope

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Market Dynamics: Drivers & Restraints

Rise in the number of road accidents and injuries

Wound care fibers play a crucial role in managing injuries sustained in road accidents. These fibers, particularly advanced wound dressings, protect the wound region, accelerate the healing process, and prevent infections. They are designed to create a moist, clean, warm environment, provide hydration, remove excess exudates, prevent desiccation, and offer protection to the periwound area. Wound dressings should also allow gaseous exchange, be impermeable to microorganisms, be non-traumatic, and be easy to use.

For instance, according to WHO, road traffic crashes cause around 1.19 million deaths annually, with injuries being the leading cause of death for children and young adults aged 5-29. 92% of fatalities occur in low- and middle-income countries, despite having 60% of vehicles. 

Over half of all deaths are among vulnerable road users. Most countries cost 3% of their GDP on road traffic crashes. The United Nations General Assembly aims to halve the global number of deaths and injuries from traffic crashes by 2030.

Lack of awareness

The lack of awareness about wound care, particularly in developing regions, is a significant issue. This lack of knowledge leads to neglected or improper wound treatment, resulting in complications and prolonged healing times. Healthcare education campaigns and initiatives are crucial to bridge this gap and improve public understanding of wound care best practices. Increased awareness can drive early intervention, better medical advice compliance, and ultimately improve outcomes for individuals dealing with various wound types.

Segment Analysis

The global wound care fiber market is segmented based on product type, fiber type, variant type, end-user and region.

The foam dressings from the product type segment accounted for approximately 39.3% of the wound care fiber  market share

The foam dressings from the product type segment accounted for approximately 39.3%. Foam dressings play a crucial role in wound care by providing several benefits. They help manage exudate, maintain a moist wound healing environment, reduce over-/hyper-granulating tissue, and create a healthy environment for epithelial maturation. These dressings are made from a polyurethane base, which is permeable to gases and water vapor, allowing for high absorptive properties and thermal insulation. 

For instance, in October 2022, Freudenberg Performance Materials introduced an elastic variant of its flexible superabsorbers for modern wound dressings. These superabsorbers increase the comfort level for patients as well as enable longer wear time, thus reducing the frequency of dressing changes. 

Freudenberg is debuting the elastic superabsorbers at this year’s Compamed in Düsseldorf, Germany. Further highlights at the trade fair include components for more sustainable wound care, PU foams with directly applied silicone adhesives and an innovative hydrophilic debridement foam.

Geographical Analysis

North America is estimated to hold about 38.4% of the total market share throughout the forecast period

North America is estimated to hold about 38.4% of the total market share throughout the forecast period owing to factors like the large patient population with chronic conditions like diabetes, a high incidence of surgical procedures, a proactive approach to wound care, and a strong focus on improving healthcare outcomes.

For instance, in February 2024, an interdisciplinary team of Cornell researchers has identified an innovative way to harness the antioxidant and antibacterial properties of the botanical compound lawsone to make nanofiber-coated cotton bandages that fight infection and help wounds heal more quickly.

Covid 19 Impact Analysis

The COVID-19 pandemic had a significant impact on the delivery of the wound care fiber market globally, leading to a shift in medical attention to treating COVID-affected patients and protecting others from infection. Patients became apprehensive about seeking wound care due to shelter-in-place orders and concerns about contracting the virus.

 This has led to a reconsideration of usual care standards, leading to the adoption of telehealth and modifications to office procedures. The need to protect patients and preserve critical care capacity has negatively affected the bottom line, affecting wound care providers' practices and ability to maintain high-quality patient care.

Competitive Landscape

The major global players in the market include Specialty Fibres and Materials Ltd, Convatec, Coloplast, Paul Hartmann AG, Cardinal Health, Smith- Nephew, Medline, DermaRite Industries, LLC, Molnlycke Health Care US, LLC, L&R USA, Inc among others.

Key Developments

• In March 2024, in a breakthrough development, a team of scientists at the Institute of Advanced Study in Science and Technology (IASST) in Assam formulated a sustainable and economical wound dressing material utilising banana fibres.
• In January 2023, Convatec Group (I-JK) launched ConvaFoam, which can be used on a spectrum of wound types at any stage of the wound journey, making it the simple dressing choice for wound management and skin protection.

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