Medical Commodes Market

Global Medical Commodes Market: Introduction

A commode is an adult toilet chair made of a frame equipped with a toilet seat and a removable bucket. It is used as a portable toilet by patients who have difficulty getting to the bathroom on their own or with enough time. Portable commodes are available in different styles to suit various needs. Commodes help patients who has a hard time getting to the bathroom on time, as are portable and convenient to use.

Key Drivers of Global Medical Commodes Market

High cost of medical commodes

Bariatric commode pails or bags are being developed and disposable commode pail, made from biodegradable corn, are available at a higher cost. Individual toilets can be built through various low or high cost technological options to suit the household’s means.

Rise in geriatric population

The global geriatric population continues to increase at an unprecedented rate. Presently, 8.5% people across the world (617 million) are aged 65 and over. According to a new report-An Aging World: 2015, the percentage is projected to jump to nearly 17% of the world’s population by 2050 (1.6 billion). According to the National Institutes of Health, the population aged 65 and over in the U.S. is anticipated to nearly double in the next three decades, from 48 million to 88 million by 2050. The global population aged 80 and older is expected to more than triple between 2015 and 2050, from 126.5 million to 446.6 million. The population aged 80 and older in some countries in Asia and Latin America is likely to quadruple by 2050.

North America to Account for Major Share of Global Medical Commodes Market

• North America is projected to account for a major share of the global medical commodes market during the forecast period. The market in the region is anticipated to expand at a rapid pace in the next few years due to an increase in research & development and technologically advanced products being introduced in the market. Europe is expected to be the second-largest market during the forecast period owing to advanced facilities provided by the hospital infrastructure in the region.
• The medical commodes market in Asia Pacific is likely to expand at a high CAGR during the forecast period owing to the dense population and high birthrate

Key Players Operating in Global Medical Commodes Market

The global medical commodes market is highly consolidated owing to the presence of several key players. Leading players operating in the global medical commodes market include:

• Drive Medical
• Invacare
• Roma Medical
• Compass Health Brands
• Nova Medical Products
• Cardinal Health
• TFI HealthCare
• Medline Industries
• Carex Health Brands
• McKesson
• Medical-Surgical Inc.

Global Medical Commodes Market: Research Scope

Global Medical Commodes Market, by Material

• Steel Commode
• Aluminum Commode
• Plastic Commode

Global Medical Commodes Market, by Type

• Drop Arm Commodes
• Folding Commodes
• Bariatric Commodes
• Shower Commodes

Global Medical Commodes Market, by End-user

• Hospitals & Clinics
• Homecare Settings
• Others

 Global Medical Commodes Market, by Region

• North America
  • U.S.
  • Canada
• Europe
  • Germany
  • France
  • U.K.
  • Italy
  • Spain
  • Rest of Europe
• Asia Pacific
  • China
  • Japan
  • India
  • Australia & New Zealand
  • Rest of Asia Pacific
• Latin America
  • Brazil
  • Mexico
  • Rest of Latin America
• Middle East & Africa
  • GCC Countries
  • South Africa
  • Rest of Middle East & Africa