Healthcare Manikins Market Report By Insights, Size, and Growth - 2031

The healthcare manikins market is projected to expand from US$ 2,289.52 million in 2023 to US$ 7,545.53 million by 2031, reflecting a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 16.1% during the period from 2023 to 2031.

Manikins, akin to mannequins, are human-shaped models designed to replicate the human body for the purpose of simulating medical, surgical, or clinical scenarios. Various types of manikins are utilized in medical simulations, representing adults, children, or infants, complete with simulated airways, organs, and organ systems. These tools are essential for teaching and training in areas such as CPR, advanced airway management, and surgical techniques. Healthcare manikins can be comprehensive, covering the entire body, or they may focus on specific body parts relevant to the training or demonstration at hand.

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Innovations in augmented reality (AR) are anticipated to lead to the development of realistic modules for educational and training purposes. The Mixed Reality concept introduced by Guamard allows for visualization and interaction within specific digital clinical scenarios. The integration of haptic feedback and other interactive technologies enhances the understanding of treatments, while the feedback from haptics contributes to skill development. Furthermore, artificial intelligence is expected to unlock substantial growth opportunities, as robotics and interactive responses from training manikins are likely to facilitate skill enhancement and increase the complexity of training scenarios, ultimately improving training outcomes, diagnosis, and treatment processes.

In 2020, a study conducted by the University of Miami's Gordon Center for Simulation and Innovation in Medical Education, funded by the Defense Health Agency, explored the effectiveness of remote training utilizing AR. This four-month study involved approximately 30 participants, including members of the Army Trauma Training Detachment, and assessed the feasibility of using augmented reality to instruct paramedics on a new and complex procedure. The findings indicated that augmented reality training significantly increased training availability without necessitating additional manpower for setup or face-to-face interactions among multiple students. The study also highlighted the potential of 5G networks for real-time training of military personnel in medical procedures.

The application of 3D printing technology in the production of healthcare manikins has emerged as a promising growth avenue. For example, during the COVID-19 pandemic, Creatz3D and AuMed utilized 3D printed manikins as training aids for respiratory swab collection. This technology enabled the creation of customized training aids with minimal raw material. Additionally, 3D printing can be employed to develop training modules for intricate surgeries or procedures where standard anatomy and physiology do not apply, necessitating specialized healthcare manikins. Consequently, the increasing adoption and utilization of these technologies are expected to positively influence market growth in the forthcoming years.

The healthcare manikins market analysis encompasses several segments: product type, age group, application, end user, and geographical region. In terms of product type, the market is divided into adult CPR manikins, full-body manikins, choking manikins, injection simulators, and others. By age group, it is categorized into adult, pediatric, and neonatal manikins. The application segment includes cardiology, obstetrics and gynecology, critical care, neurology, urology, and more. The end user segment comprises medical schools, hospitals, clinics, and other entities.

The report on the healthcare manikins market covers various regions, including North America (the US, Canada, and Mexico), Europe (Spain, the UK, Germany, France, Italy, and the Rest of Europe), Asia Pacific (South Korea, China, Japan, India, Australia, and the Rest of Asia Pacific), the Middle East & Africa (South Africa, Saudi Arabia, the UAE, and the Rest of the Middle East & Africa), and South & Central America (Brazil, Argentina, and the Rest of South & Central America). North America is the leading contributor to the global healthcare manikins market, while the Asia Pacific region is expected to exhibit the highest CAGR from 2023 to 2031. The growth of the healthcare manikins market in North America is driven by advancements in manikin technology, the increasing implementation of cardiopulmonary resuscitation training and awareness initiatives, and regulatory mandates for high-quality healthcare and patient safety, which necessitate advanced medical education. The US holds the largest share of the healthcare manikins market in North America. The utilization of healthcare manikins is on the rise in the US. In October 2023, the Clinical Skills and Simulation Center (CSSC) at New York Medical College (NYMC) began using gynecological task trainers, IV arms, high-fidelity SIMMan 3GPlus adult manikins, and SimJunior manikins in various skin tones to enhance medical training and foster a more inclusive learning environment. The introduction of manikins with medium and dark skin tones aims to better represent all patient demographics as part of the Center's initiative.

In February 2020, the US Army initiated a program allowing certified medical personnel to borrow advanced medical training equipment from the Training Aids Service Center on post. This medical simulation unit mimics various aspects of battlefield injuries, assisting commanders in training soldiers on Tactical Combat Casualty Care and ensuring compliance with the Department of Defense Initiative. In December 2023, Lehigh Carbon Community College (LCCC) integrated one of the world's most advanced interdisciplinary patient simulators into its Health Care Patient Simulation Center.

Key primary and secondary sources utilized in preparing the report on the healthcare manikins market include the European Union (EU), the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD), the Turkish Cooperation and Coordination Agency (TIKA), and the National Library of Medicine (NLM).