Medical Anti-Decubitus Air Mattress Market Size, Share, and COVID-19 Impact Analysis, By Mattress Type (Alternating Pressure Air Mattress, Static Air Mattress, Low Air Loss Mattress, Hybrid Air Mattress, and Others), By Application (Hospitals, Nursing Homes, Homecare, Rehabilitation Centers, and Others), and By Region (North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Latin America, Middle East, and Africa), Analysis and Forecast 2025 - 2035

Global Medical Anti-Decubitus Air Mattress Market Insights Forecasts to 2035

• The Global Medical Anti-Decubitus Air Mattress Market Size Was Estimated at USD 1103.9 Million in 2024
• The Market Size is Expected to Grow at a CAGR of around 3.1% from 2025 to 2035
• The Worldwide Medical Anti-Decubitus Air Mattress Market Size is Expected to Reach USD 1544.7 Million by 2035
• Asia Pacific is expected to grow the fastest during the forecast period.

According to a research report published by Spherical Insights and Consulting, the global medical anti-decubitus air mattress market size was worth around USD 1103.9 million in 2024 and is predicted to grow to around USD 1544.7 million by 2035 with a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 3.1% from 2025 to 2035. Expansion in the medical anti-decubitus air mattress sector is due to the growing number of pressure ulcer incidents, a larger ageing demographic and heightened utilization in medical facilities and home healthcare. Innovations in pressure regulation and improved recognition of safety also boost the market’s growth.

Market Overview

The worldwide medical anti-decubitus air mattress market includes pressure relief mattresses aimed at preventing and treating pressure ulcers in patients who are confined to bed, immobile or recuperating from extended illnesses. These mattresses are commonly utilized in hospitals, nursing facilities, rehab centers and home-care settings to enhance blood flow and minimize tissue harm. Market expansion is fueled by an aging demographic, a rise in disease incidence, prolonged hospitalizations and growing awareness regarding the prevention of pressure injuries. Innovations such as alternating, pressure systems, low-air-loss technology and sensor-based monitoring are progressively enhancing possibilities by boosting comfort and the efficiency of care.

The growing healthcare infrastructure in emerging regions and the increasing demand for home-care solutions further offer growth prospects. Prominent companies in the market, such as Arjo, Invacare Corporation, Hill-Rom, Stryker, LINET Group, Drive DeVilbiss Healthcare and Talley Group play roles in product innovation and worldwide market growth. In April 2024, EPUAP and EWMA propelled pressure ulcer prevention throughout Europe, embedding it within safety and quality care programs. Their work informs healthcare guidelines and clinical protocols, motivating hospitals and clinics to implement successful preventive measures, such as dynamic mattresses, to improve patient outcomes and decrease pressure injuries.

Report Coverage

This research report categorizes the medical anti-decubitus air mattress market based on various segments and regions, forecasts revenue growth, and analyzes trends in each submarket. The report analyses the key growth drivers, opportunities, and challenges influencing the medical anti-decubitus air mattress market. Recent market developments and competitive strategies, such as expansion, type launch, development, partnership, merger, and acquisition, have been included to draw the competitive landscape in the market. The report strategically identifies and profiles the key market players and analyses their core competencies in each sub-segment of the medical anti-decubitus air mattress market. 

Driving Factors

The worldwide market for anti-decubitus air mattresses is mainly propelled by the growing incidence of pressure sores in elderly individuals and bedridden patients. The escalation in illnesses, extended hospitalization periods, and heightened understanding of pressure injury prevention are driving the need for sophisticated support surfaces. These mattresses are being increasingly utilized in hospitals and home care to enhance comfort and lower expenses related to ulcer care. Progress in technology, such as automated pressure regulation, smart sensors and improved durability, also plays a role in their rising adoption. Moreover, growing healthcare facilities in developing nations and favorable reimbursement frameworks support market expansion.

Restraining Factors

The medical anti-decubitus air mattress market faces restraints such as high product costs, limited reimbursement in some regions, and maintenance challenges. Lack of trained caregivers to operate advanced systems also hinders adoption. Additionally, low awareness in developing markets and the availability of cheaper conventional mattresses restrict overall market growth.

Market Segmentation

The medical anti-decubitus air mattress market share is classified into mattress type and application.  

• The alternating pressure air mattress segment dominated the market in 2024, approximately 48% and is projected to grow at a substantial CAGR during the forecast period.

Based on the mattress type, the medical anti-decubitus air mattress market is divided into alternating pressure air mattress, static air mattress, low air loss mattress, hybrid air mattress, and others. Among these, the alternating pressure air mattress segment dominated the market in 2024 and is projected to grow at a substantial CAGR during the forecast period. The tech alternating pressure air mattress segment includes complex pressure-cycling and automated regulation systems, such as programmable controls and smart monitoring, offering exceptional pressure alleviation and improved blood flow. Its dominance in the market arises from therapeutic functions reliably providing efficient pressure management for various patient requirements and healthcare environments, guaranteeing clinical efficacy and better patient results.

• The hospitals segment accounted for the highest market revenue in 2024, approximately 52% and is anticipated to grow at a significant CAGR during the forecast period.

Based on the application, the medical anti-decubitus air mattress market is divided into hospitals, nursing homes, homecare, rehabilitation centers, and others. Among these, the hospitals segment accounted for the highest market revenue in 2024 and is anticipated to grow at a significant CAGR during the forecast period. The hospitals segment market growth is due to the rising number of bedridden and critically ill patients, increasing prevalence of chronic diseases, and longer hospital stays. Hospitals are prioritizing pressure ulcer prevention, investing in advanced anti-decubitus air mattresses to enhance patient comfort, reduce treatment costs, and improve clinical outcomes, driving significant market demand.

Regional Segment Analysis of the Medical Anti-Decubitus Air Mattress Market

• North America (U.S., Canada, Mexico) 
• Europe (Germany, France, U.K., Italy, Spain, Rest of Europe)
• Asia-Pacific (China, Japan, India, Rest of APAC)
• South America (Brazil and the Rest of South America) 
• The Middle East and Africa (UAE, South Africa, Rest of MEA)

North America is anticipated to hold the largest share of the medical anti-decubitus air mattress market over the predicted timeframe.

North America is anticipated to hold the largest share of the medical anti-decubitus air mattress market over the predicted timeframe. North America is anticipated to have a 38% market share of the medical anti-decubitus air mattress market owing to its sophisticated healthcare facilities, substantial healthcare expenditures, and a significant focus on patient safety and prevention of pressure ulcers. The U.S. Propels market expansion through use in hospitals and long-term care centers employing innovative air mattress solutions. Increasing awareness of pressure injury prevention regulatory measures, on hospital-acquired conditions, and favorable reimbursement frameworks further stimulate market demand. In September 2024, CMS tasked RTI International with creating a quality metric spanning care environments, encouraging preventive measures such as air mattresses and aiming to decrease pressure ulcer rates by 15-20%.

Asia Pacific is expected to grow at a rapid CAGR in the medical anti-decubitus air mattress market during the forecast period. The Asia Pacific region is projected to have a 22% market share of the medical anti-decubitus air mattress sector due to heightened healthcare funding, the expansion of hospital facilities and greater awareness around pressure ulcer prevention. Growth is propelled by China and India, fueled by an aging population, a rate of chronic illnesses and governmental efforts to enhance patient treatment. Both public and private institutions are seeing a rising use of support surfaces. In October 2021, India’s Ayushman Bharat Health Infrastructure Mission focused on evidence-driven prevention, the expansion of critical-care units and hospital upgrades, opening doors for patient-care technology and superior healthcare results.

The medical anti-decubitus air mattress market in Europe is witnessing growth driven by an aging demographic, robust healthcare systems, and stringent patient safety policies. Germany stands at the forefront in the region with the usage of sophisticated pressure-relief mattresses across hospitals and long-term care centers. Increased understanding of pressure ulcer prevention, along with compliance with standards, further fuels this growth. In 2025, NPIAP, EPUAP, and PPPIA released a living guideline promoting full-body support surfaces, including air and foam mattresses, to standardize care and improve pressure injury prevention globally.

Competitive Analysis:

The report offers the appropriate analysis of the key organizations/companies involved within the medical anti-decubitus air mattress market, along with a comparative evaluation primarily based on their type of offering, business overviews, geographic presence, enterprise strategies, segment market share, and SWOT analysis. The report also provides an elaborative analysis focusing on the current news and developments of the companies, which includes type development, innovations, joint ventures, partnerships, mergers & acquisitions, strategic alliances, and others. This allows for the evaluation of the overall competition within the market.

List of Key Companies

• Arjo AB
• Stryker Corporation
• LINET Group SE
• Hill-Rom
• Drive DeVilbiss Healthcare
• Invacare Corporation
• Medline Industries Inc.
• Talley Group Ltd
• Besco Medical
• Joerns Healthcare
• Betten Malsch GmbH
• Apex Medical Corp
• Wellell Inc.
• OSD Medical GmbH
• Paramount Bed Holdings Co., Ltd.
• Others

Key Target Audience

• Market Players
• Investors
• End-users
• Government Authorities 
• Consulting and Research Firm
• Venture capitalists
• Value-Added Resellers (VARs) 

Recent Development

• In June 2025, Stryker launched its advanced ICU air mattress, APAISER X1, at ANEiCON 2025 in Kochi, India. Designed for the Indian market, it integrates with SmartMedic to enhance patient comfort, reduce pressure injury risk, and improve caregiver efficiency in critical care settings.

• In August 2024, Hemodiaz Life Sciences launched the Dr Daiz Anti-Decubitus Air Mattress, featuring alternating pressure cycles, a quiet compressor, bariatric support up to 500 lbs, auto-deflation for transfers, and antimicrobial covers, priced at USD 900-1,200 for hospital and home care use.

• In August 2021, Apex launched its premium Anti-Decubitus Air Mattress, designed to prevent bedsores and ulcers for bedridden patients. Featuring alternating air bubbles, an ultra-quiet adjustable pump, and waterproof medical-grade PVC, the mattress ensures customizable comfort, safety, and reliable pressure management for all healthcare settings.

• In February 2021, Stryker launched its wireless hospital bed, ProCuity, in the EMEA region. Designed to reduce patient falls and enhance nurse workflow, it connects seamlessly to nurse call systems without cables, improving safety and operational efficiency across all patient acuity levels
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Market Segment

This study forecasts revenue at global, regional, and country levels from 2020 to 2035. Spherical Insights has segmented the medical anti-decubitus air mattress market based on the below-mentioned segments:  

Global Medical Anti-Decubitus Air Mattress Market, By Mattress Type

• Alternating Pressure Air Mattress
• Static Air Mattress
• Low Air Loss Mattress
• Hybrid Air Mattress
• Others

Global Medical Anti-Decubitus Air Mattress Market, By Application

• Hospitals
• Nursing Homes
• Homecare
• Rehabilitation Centers
• Others

Global Medical Anti-Decubitus Air Mattress Market, By Regional Analysis

• North America
  • US
  • Canada
  • Mexico
• Europe
  • Germany
  • UK
  • France
  • Italy
  • Spain
  • Russia
  • Rest of Europe
• Asia Pacific
  • China
  • Japan
  • India
  • South Korea
  • Australia
  • Rest of Asia Pacific
• South America
  • Brazil
  • Argentina
  • Rest of South America
• Middle East & Africa
  • UAE
  • Saudi Arabia
  • Qatar
  • South Africa
  • Rest of the Middle East & Africa