Casting and splinting products are orthopedic devices used to immobilize and support fractured, broken, or injured bones and joints during healing. Traditional casts (plaster/fiberglass) and splints provide rigid stabilization, while modern advancements include lightweight fiberglass casts, thermoformable polymers, 3D-printed custom casts, waterproof/breathable materials, and adjustable/removable braces. The global market grows steadily due to rising incidence of fractures (sports injuries, road accidents, osteoporosis in aging populations), increasing orthopedic procedures, demand for patient comfort/convenience, technological improvements (breathable, lightweight, removable options), and expansion of outpatient orthopedic care. 

Market Size and Growth Projections

The global casting and splinting market was valued at USD 2.78 billion in 2024 and is projected to reach USD 4.56 billion by 2032, growing at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 6.4% during the forecast period from 2025 to 2032. This consistent growth reflects aging populations, sports-related injuries, and shift toward patient-friendly, advanced orthopedic immobilization solutions.

Market Segmentation

The market is segmented as follows:

• By Product Type: Casting (dominant share in 2025; plaster of Paris, fiberglass casts), Splinting (fastest-growing; fiberglass, thermoplastic, foam), Others (braces, supports).
• By Material: Fiberglass (dominant; lightweight, durable, X-ray translucent), Plaster of Paris (still significant in cost-sensitive markets), Thermoplastic, Polymer, Others (3D-printed, hybrid).
• By Application: Bone Fracture & Dislocation (largest share), Soft Tissue Injuries, Post-Surgical Support, Sports Injuries (fastest-growing), Others.
• By End User: Hospitals & Orthopedic Clinics (dominant), Ambulatory Surgical Centers, Homecare (fastest-growing; removable/wearable options), Others.
• By Region: North America (largest revenue share; U.S. high injury rates & innovation), Asia-Pacific (fastest-growing; China/India trauma care expansion), Europe, Latin America, Middle East & Africa.

Key Drivers Fueling Growth

• Rising incidence of fractures and orthopedic injuries from accidents, sports, and osteoporosis in aging populations.
• Increasing preference for lightweight, breathable, waterproof, and removable casting/splinting materials.
• Technological advancements (fiberglass, thermoformable polymers, 3D-printed custom casts).
• Growing outpatient and homecare orthopedic treatment trends.
• Expansion of sports medicine and trauma care facilities globally.
• Supportive reimbursement policies for orthopedic devices in developed markets.

Challenges and Restraints

• High cost of advanced fiberglass/thermoplastic and custom 3D-printed solutions.
• Limited availability and awareness of innovative products in low-resource regions.
• Skin irritation, itching, and hygiene issues with traditional plaster casts.
• Regulatory approvals and quality standards for new materials.
• Competition from alternative immobilization methods (braces, functional taping).

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Opportunities

• Rapid growth in Asia-Pacific trauma care and orthopedic specialty centers.
• Rising demand for patient-friendly, removable, waterproof casts/splints.
• Expansion of 3D-printed custom orthopedic immobilization devices.
• Increasing sports injuries and sports medicine clinics globally.
• Opportunities in homecare and outpatient settings with adjustable/reusable products.
• Development of antimicrobial and skin-friendly materials.

Competitive Landscape

The market features leading orthopedic device manufacturers focusing on lightweight composites, patient comfort, and innovation in casting/splinting materials. Key players include:

• 3M Company (U.S.)
• DJO Global (Enovis) (U.S.)
• Össur hf. (Iceland)
• BSN Medical (Sweden)
• DeRoyal Industries (U.S.)
• Prime Medical Inc. (U.S.)
• Stryker Corporation (U.S.)
• Zimmer Biomet Holdings, Inc. (U.S.)
• Bird & Cronin (U.S.)
• Darco International (U.S.)
• Orfit Industries (Belgium)
• Others (regional orthopedic casting suppliers)

Future Trends and Opportunities

Trends include shift to lightweight fiberglass/thermoplastic, 3D-printed custom casts, waterproof/breathable materials, removable/adjustable designs, and antimicrobial coatings. Opportunities are strongest in Asia-Pacific injury management, North American sports medicine, homecare expansion, and innovative material adoption.

Conclusion

The global casting and splinting market is set for reliable growth through 2032, driven by orthopedic injury incidence, patient comfort demands, and material innovations—led by North America and fastest-growing in Asia-Pacific. While cost and awareness challenges persist, opportunities in advanced composites, 3D printing, and emerging markets offer strong potential. Stakeholders should prioritize lightweight, skin-friendly, and removable solutions to capitalize on this essential orthopedic segment.

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