Training Manikins Market Report: Size, Share and Outlook by 2031

The market for training manikins is anticipated to reach a value of US$ 1,235.61 million by the year 2028, a significant decrease from US$ 2,603.89 million in 2021. This market is projected to grow at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 11.2% from 2021 to 2028. The report outlines the prevailing trends within the market and identifies key factors contributing to its expansion. The growth in the training manikins sector is primarily driven by advancements in technology, alongside a rising incidence of out-of-hospital cardiac arrests and the increasing implementation of cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) training and awareness initiatives. Nevertheless, challenges regarding the realism of these manikins may pose obstacles to market growth.

Training manikins have undergone significant advancements in both technology and complexity. Modern manikins are equipped with sophisticated systems that can accurately simulate human physiological responses for a wide range of medical procedures. This capability enables trainers to facilitate the learning, rehearsal, and mastery of skills, ranging from basic to highly intricate processes. These include various diagnostic and therapeutic techniques, such as childbirth, respiratory care, cardiovascular interventions, neurological assessments, and pharmacological simulations. High-fidelity manikins are designed to exhibit vital signs such as pulse, blood pressure, respiration, lung and heart sounds, as well as pulse oximetry. They are also integrated with monitors that display electrocardiograms (EKG), arterial waveforms, and pulmonary artery waveforms. Such manikins are invaluable for practicing essential procedures, including CPR, bag-mask ventilation, intubation, defibrillation, and chest tube insertion.

Laerdal, a prominent player in this market, offers a diverse range of training manikins and simulators that cater to various age groups, from adults to infants. The SimMan 3G is a user-friendly, portable advanced patient simulator designed for team training, featuring realistic anatomical structures and clinical functionalities. It provides simulation-based education that challenges students' clinical and decision-making abilities in realistic patient care scenarios. In addition, the SimBaby serves as an advanced infant patient simulator, ideal for comprehensive training in infant care. Another notable product is the SimNew B, developed in collaboration with the American Academy of Pediatrics, which meets the training requirements of the Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP). Furthermore, the Premature Anne is a specialized 25-week preterm manikin, also created in partnership with the American Academy of Pediatrics, aimed at training healthcare professionals in the proper care and resuscitation of preterm infants. Other training manikins from Laerdal, such as Nursing Anne, Nursing Kelly, Crash Kelly, and Harvey, are designed for clinical training in various areas, including women's health, obstetrics, postpartum care, wound assessment, gastric tube insertion, enemas, cardiopulmonary training, and advanced airway management.

The global training manikins market is categorized by type into CPR training manikins, infant manikins, and other types. In 2021, the CPR training manikins segment was expected to dominate the market share. Additionally, this segment is projected to experience substantial growth, with an anticipated CAGR of 11.7% from 2021 to 2028. This growth is largely attributed to the rising occurrences of sudden out-of-hospital cardiac arrests (OHCA), where ineffective CPR is recognized as the third leading cause of death globally. The market is also segmented by application, including hospitals, clinics, and other facilities. The hospitals segment was expected to hold the largest market share in 2021 and is forecasted to grow at the fastest CAGR of 11.8% from 2021 to 2028, driven by the increasing utilization of training manikins in hospitals around the world.

In preparing the report on the training manikins market, several key primary and secondary sources were consulted. These include the National Center for Health Statistics, Indian Council of Medical Research, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), National Council of State Boards of Nursing, National Health and Medical Research Council, and the World Health Organization.