Orthopaedic and fracture appliances market in Austria

Earlier Report Observations

Between 2018 and 2021, the Austrian market for orthopaedic and fracture appliances expanded from 118.5 million US dollars to 159.2 million US dollars. This growth was initially supported by demographic drivers such as the rising prevalence of osteoarthritis and osteoporosis in an aging population, alongside an increase in sports injuries. Technological advancements, particularly in minimally invasive surgical techniques, and growing healthcare expenditures further fueled the market. The COVID-19 pandemic in 2020 led to a reduction in elective orthopaedic procedures, but the healthcare system adapted by prioritizing urgent interventions and outpatient care, allowing the market to continue its upward trajectory. A strong recovery followed in 2021, accelerated by the post-pandemic rebound and the increasing adoption of 3D printing for patient-specific implants, alongside new regulatory requirements from the EU Medical Device Regulation (MDR).

The market underwent a significant correction in 2022, with its value falling to 109.4 million US dollars, likely a normalization after the post-pandemic surge. During this period, new innovative products entered the market, including smart implants with healing monitoring sensors, and pilot projects for digitalizing prescriptions of orthopaedic aids were launched in Austria. By 2023, the market stabilized around 107.0 million US dollars, aided by the introduction of new fracture fixation systems from major players, such as Stryker's Pangea plate system and Johnson & Johnson's innovative osteosynthesis systems, which helped maintain demand.

Growth resumed in 2024, with the market reaching 120.9 million US dollars. This was driven by regulatory developments, including the new Quality Assurance Ordinance (QS-VO 2024) and a nationwide pilot project for electronic prescriptions of orthopaedic aids, which streamlined access. The launch of innovative products like Stryker's Gamma4 hip fracture nailing system and Johnson & Johnson's VOLT osteosynthesis system, coupled with the growing use of 3D printing for custom implants, provided further momentum for market expansion.

Production orthopaedic and fracture appliances in Austria

In value, 2017-2020, K $ US

Austria's production of orthopaedic and fracture appliances grew for the third consecutive year. In 2020, output was valued at 68 422 thousand US dollars, marking a gradual year-over-year increase of 7.5%. From 2017 to 2020, production rose by 11.8%, with a compound annual growth rate of 3.8%.

Annual dynamics of production in Austria in value, 2017-2020, K $ US

Exports orthopaedic and fracture appliances from Austria

Exports in kind, t

In 2020, Austria's cross-border shipments of orthopaedic and fracture appliances amounted to 41.7 tonnes, a decrease of 21.7% compared to the previous year. From 2017 to 2020, exports fell by 18.3%, with a compound annual growth rate of -6.5%. The highest volume was recorded in 2019 at 53.2 tonnes, which also saw the largest increase of 10.5%.

Annual dynamics of product's exports from Austria in kind, 2017-2020, t

From 2017 to 2020, Germany, Switzerland, and Italy were the largest buyers of orthopaedic and fracture appliances from Austria in terms of volume. Germany accounted for 62.6% of exports, Switzerland for 9.5%, and Italy for 4.5%, together making up 76.6% of total exports.

Structure of product's exports in kind by countries, 2017-2020

World map of product's exports from Austria in kind, 2017-2020

Exports in value, K $ US

After two years of growth, Austria's exports of orthopaedic and fracture appliances declined. In 2020, export volume totalled 19 337 thousand US dollars, reflecting a sharp drop of 21.8% relative to the prior year. Between 2017 and 2020, exports decreased by 7.8%, equating to an annualized rate of -2.7%. The peak value was recorded in 2019 at 24 738 thousand US dollars, which also saw the largest increase of 8.9%.

Annual dynamics of product's exports from Austria in value, 2017-2020, K $ US

From 2017 to 2020, Austria's exports in value terms were distributed across a wide range of partner countries. Germany accounted for 21.1% of exports, the Netherlands for 9.6%, and Switzerland for 9.6%, jointly representing 40.4% of total flows.

Structure of product's exports in value by countries, 2017-2020

World map of product's exports from Austria in value, 2017-2020

Imports orthopaedic and fracture appliances to Austria

Imports in kind, t

In 2020, Austria's imports of orthopaedic and fracture appliances were recorded at 368.2 tonnes, reflecting an abrupt drop of 34.6% compared to 2019. Between 2017 and 2020, imports decreased by 38.9%, equating to an annualized rate of -15.1%. The largest increase was recorded in 2019 at 16.4%.

Annual dynamics of product's imports to Austria in kind, 2017-2020, t

From 2017 to 2020, Germany, France, and the Netherlands were the largest suppliers of orthopaedic and fracture appliances to Austria in terms of volume. Germany accounted for 44.6% of imports, France for 20.4%, and the Netherlands for 4.4%, together forming 69.4% of total imports.

Structure of product's imports in kind by countries, 2017-2020

World map of product's imports to Austria in kind, 2017-2020

Imports in value, K $ US

After a two-year rise, Austria's imports of orthopaedic and fracture appliances declined. In 2020, imports registered 80 025 thousand US dollars, down by 7.9% compared to the previous year. Over the period from 2017 to 2020, imports increased by 9.9%, with a compound annual growth rate of 3.2%. The maximum value was recorded in 2019 at 86 915 thousand US dollars, while the largest increase occurred in 2018 at 9.3%.

Annual dynamics of product's imports to Austria in value, 2017-2020, K $ US

From 2017 to 2020, Switzerland, Germany, and the United States stood out as the main markets for Austria's imports in value terms. Switzerland accounted for 28.7% of imports, Germany for 24.9%, and the United States for 19.2%, together representing 72.7% of total flows.

Structure of product's imports in value by countries, 2017-2020

World map of product's imports to Austria in value, 2017-2020