Orthopedic Industry Outlook 2026

The orthopedic market reached $64.9 billion in worldwide sales in 2025, up 4.9%, and we’re forecasting global sales to reach $78 billion by the end of 2029. In this video, we break down key takeaways from the latest Orthopedic Industry Annual Report, including market growth drivers, segment dynamics, company performance and the technologies shaping the future of orthopedics.

We highlight companies to watch across the orthopedic revenue tiers, including Zimmer Biomet, CONMED, VB Spine and Kuros Biosciences, along with broader trends in joint replacement, trauma, sports medicine, orthobiologics and enabling technology.

Mike Evers is an analyst and writer with over 15 years of experience in the medical industry, spanning cardiac rhythm management, ER coding and billing, and orthopedics. He joined ORTHOWORLD in 2018, where he provides market analysis and editorial coverage. You can reach him by email.

3 Additional Resources
Orthopedic Market Size and Share by Segment

Orthopedic Companies Sales Matrix – updated April 2026

THE ORTHOPAEDIC INDUSTRY ANNUAL REPORT® – Next Edition launches May 2026