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visual impairment market |
The visual impairment market is estimated to be valued
at US$ 4,784.3 million in 2022 and is expected to exhibit a CAGR of 8.1% over
the forecast period 2023-2030, as highlighted in a new report published by
Coherent Market Insights.
Market Overview:
The visual impairment market deals with products and services that help
visually impaired individuals to function independently in daily activities.
Some key products in this market include magnifiers, screen magnification
software, braille embossers and displays, optical character recognition
software, braille printers, note takers, and braille watches. Such products
assist the visually impaired in tasks like reading, writing, navigation, and
communication through digital formats.
Market Dynamics:
Increasing access to healthcare facilities along with favorable public health
policies is one of the major factors fueling the growth of this market. For
instance, according to the World Health Organization, over 1 billion people
worldwide are affected by avoidable vision impairment and visually impairment.
To address this issue, governments across various countries are taking
initiatives to improve access to eye care services. This is helping in early
diagnosis and treatment of preventable vision impairment conditions, thus
driving the adoption of assistive products in this market.
Growing technological advancements is another key factor boosting market
growth. Product manufacturers are focusing on development of innovative
assistive devices integrated with technologies like artificial intelligence,
augmented reality, and 3D printing. This is enabling devices to offer advanced
functionalities like object recognition, text-to-speech conversion, and
interactive navigation support. Such technologically advanced solutions are
witnessing high demand, as they provide more independent lifestyles to visually
impaired individuals.
Segment
Analysis
The global visual impairment market is segmented based on product type, end-use,
and geography. By product type, the market is divided into signage, graphics
& display systems, assistive technology products, and low vision products.
The assistive technology products segment currently dominates the market due to
the availability of diverse products such as Braille translators/note takers,
magnifiers, reading machines, signage systems, video magnifiers, optical and
non-optical aids, voice synthesizers, and closed circuit televisions. These
enable independence, safety, and productivity for individuals with visual
impairments.
PEST Analysis
Political: Regulations on the use of assistive technology for visual
impairments have been supportive of market growth. Standards ensure
effectiveness and safety of products.
Economic: Developing nations have shown higher spending on visual impairment
management due to rising income levels and awareness.
Social: Social stigmas related to visual impairments are declining with better
acceptance and independence tools. This has empowered more individuals to seek
assistance.
Technological: Advancements in fields such as digital imaging, electronics,
batteries, and computing have enabled compact, portable, feature-rich assistive
devices with affordable price points.
Key Takeaways
Global
Visual Impairment Market Demand is expected to witness high growth,
exhibiting a CAGR of 8.1% over the
forecast period, due to increasing awareness regarding management of visual
impairments, rise in geriatric population, and availability of advanced
assistive products.
By region, North America currently dominates the global market due to
supportive regulatory framework, high incidence of visual impairment among the
elderly, and early adoption of novel technologies. Asia Pacific is expected to
exhibit the highest growth during the forecast period on account of large
consumer base, rising healthcare expenditure, and technological innovations
tailored for emerging markets.
Key players operating in the visual impairment market are Adaptivation, Inc.,
AbleNet, Inc., Amedia Corporation, Access Ingenuity, LVI Low Vision
International, American Thermoform, Cambium Learning, Dolphin Computer Access
Ltd., HumanWare Group, ViewPlus, and VFO. These companies focus on product
development, partnerships, mergers, acquisitions, and expansion into emerging
markets for sustained leadership.
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