| Product Code: ETC10738158 | Publication Date: Apr 2025 | Updated Date: Apr 2026 | Product Type: Market Research Report | |
| Publisher: 6Wresearch | Author: Bhawna Singh | No. of Pages: 65 | No. of Figures: 34 | No. of Tables: 19 |
The orthopaedic shoes import market in Ireland showed significant growth in 2024, with top exporting countries being Vietnam, China, Indonesia, India, and the UK. The market concentration increased from low to moderate levels, indicating a more competitive landscape. The compound annual growth rate (CAGR) from 2020 to 2024 was strong at 13.62%, with a notable growth rate of 14.78% from 2023 to 2024. This data suggests a growing demand for orthopaedic shoes in Ireland, driven by imports from a diverse range of countries.

1 Executive Summary |
2 Introduction |
2.1 Key Highlights of the Report |
2.2 Report Description |
2.3 Market Scope & Segmentation |
2.4 Research Methodology |
2.5 Assumptions |
3 Ireland Orthopaedic Shoes Market Overview |
3.1 Ireland Country Macro Economic Indicators |
3.2 Ireland Orthopaedic Shoes Market Revenues & Volume, 2022 & 2032F |
3.3 Ireland Orthopaedic Shoes Market - Industry Life Cycle |
3.4 Ireland Orthopaedic Shoes Market - Porter's Five Forces |
3.5 Ireland Orthopaedic Shoes Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Type, 2022 & 2032F |
3.6 Ireland Orthopaedic Shoes Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Material, 2022 & 2032F |
3.7 Ireland Orthopaedic Shoes Market Revenues & Volume Share, By End User, 2022 & 2032F |
3.8 Ireland Orthopaedic Shoes Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Distribution Channel, 2022 & 2032F |
4 Ireland Orthopaedic Shoes Market Dynamics |
4.1 Impact Analysis |
4.2 Market Drivers |
4.2.1 Increasing awareness about foot health and the importance of proper footwear |
4.2.2 Rising prevalence of foot conditions such as arthritis and diabetes driving the demand for orthopaedic shoes |
4.2.3 Growing elderly population in Ireland leading to higher demand for orthopaedic footwear |
4.3 Market Restraints |
4.3.1 High costs associated with orthopaedic shoes may hinder adoption among price-sensitive consumers |
4.3.2 Limited availability of specialized orthopaedic shoe stores in some regions of Ireland |
4.3.3 Lack of reimbursement options for orthopaedic footwear under healthcare insurance schemes |
5 Ireland Orthopaedic Shoes Market Trends |
6 Ireland Orthopaedic Shoes Market, By Types |
6.1 Ireland Orthopaedic Shoes Market, By Type |
6.1.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.1.2 Ireland Orthopaedic Shoes Market Revenues & Volume, By Type, 2022 - 2032F |
6.1.3 Ireland Orthopaedic Shoes Market Revenues & Volume, By Custom-Made, 2022 - 2032F |
6.1.4 Ireland Orthopaedic Shoes Market Revenues & Volume, By Off-the-Shelf, 2022 - 2032F |
6.1.5 Ireland Orthopaedic Shoes Market Revenues & Volume, By Diabetic Shoes, 2022 - 2032F |
6.1.6 Ireland Orthopaedic Shoes Market Revenues & Volume, By Post-Surgery, 2022 - 2032F |
6.1.7 Ireland Orthopaedic Shoes Market Revenues & Volume, By Others, 2022 - 2032F |
6.2 Ireland Orthopaedic Shoes Market, By Material |
6.2.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.2.2 Ireland Orthopaedic Shoes Market Revenues & Volume, By Leather, 2022 - 2032F |
6.2.3 Ireland Orthopaedic Shoes Market Revenues & Volume, By Synthetic, 2022 - 2032F |
6.2.4 Ireland Orthopaedic Shoes Market Revenues & Volume, By Mesh, 2022 - 2032F |
6.2.5 Ireland Orthopaedic Shoes Market Revenues & Volume, By Rubber, 2022 - 2032F |
6.2.6 Ireland Orthopaedic Shoes Market Revenues & Volume, By Others, 2022 - 2032F |
6.3 Ireland Orthopaedic Shoes Market, By End User |
6.3.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.3.2 Ireland Orthopaedic Shoes Market Revenues & Volume, By Adults, 2022 - 2032F |
6.3.3 Ireland Orthopaedic Shoes Market Revenues & Volume, By Geriatrics, 2022 - 2032F |
6.3.4 Ireland Orthopaedic Shoes Market Revenues & Volume, By Athletes, 2022 - 2032F |
6.3.5 Ireland Orthopaedic Shoes Market Revenues & Volume, By Children, 2022 - 2032F |
6.3.6 Ireland Orthopaedic Shoes Market Revenues & Volume, By Others, 2022 - 2032F |
6.4 Ireland Orthopaedic Shoes Market, By Distribution Channel |
6.4.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.4.2 Ireland Orthopaedic Shoes Market Revenues & Volume, By Online, 2022 - 2032F |
6.4.3 Ireland Orthopaedic Shoes Market Revenues & Volume, By Specialty Stores, 2022 - 2032F |
6.4.4 Ireland Orthopaedic Shoes Market Revenues & Volume, By Hospital & Clinics, 2022 - 2032F |
6.4.5 Ireland Orthopaedic Shoes Market Revenues & Volume, By Pharmacies, 2022 - 2032F |
6.4.6 Ireland Orthopaedic Shoes Market Revenues & Volume, By Others, 2022 - 2032F |
7 Ireland Orthopaedic Shoes Market Import-Export Trade Statistics |
7.1 Ireland Orthopaedic Shoes Market Export to Major Countries |
7.2 Ireland Orthopaedic Shoes Market Imports from Major Countries |
8 Ireland Orthopaedic Shoes Market Key Performance Indicators |
8.1 Average number of visits to podiatrists or orthopaedic specialists per year in Ireland |
8.2 Percentage of healthcare professionals recommending orthopaedic shoes to patients |
8.3 Number of new product innovations or technologies introduced in the orthopaedic shoe market in Ireland |
9 Ireland Orthopaedic Shoes Market - Opportunity Assessment |
9.1 Ireland Orthopaedic Shoes Market Opportunity Assessment, By Type, 2022 & 2032F |
9.2 Ireland Orthopaedic Shoes Market Opportunity Assessment, By Material, 2022 & 2032F |
9.3 Ireland Orthopaedic Shoes Market Opportunity Assessment, By End User, 2022 & 2032F |
9.4 Ireland Orthopaedic Shoes Market Opportunity Assessment, By Distribution Channel, 2022 & 2032F |
10 Ireland Orthopaedic Shoes Market - Competitive Landscape |
10.1 Ireland Orthopaedic Shoes Market Revenue Share, By Companies, 2025 |
10.2 Ireland Orthopaedic Shoes Market Competitive Benchmarking, By Operating and Technical Parameters |
11 Company Profiles |
12 Recommendations |
13 Disclaimer |
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