| Product Code: ETC10742866 | Publication Date: Apr 2025 | Updated Date: Oct 2025 | Product Type: Market Research Report | |
| Publisher: 6Wresearch | No. of Pages: 65 | No. of Figures: 34 | No. of Tables: 19 | |
In 2024, Japan continued to rely on key exporters like the USA, Germany, China, UK, and Thailand for patient lateral transfer devices. The high Herfindahl-Hirschman Index (HHI) indicates a concentrated market, with a Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) of 4.41% from 2020 to 2024. However, the negative growth rate of -12.43% from 2023 to 2024 suggests a recent slowdown in import shipments, which may warrant further investigation into market dynamics and potential factors influencing this decline.

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 Japan Patient Lateral Transfer Devices Market Overview |
3.1 Japan Country Macro Economic Indicators |
3.2 Japan Patient Lateral Transfer Devices Market Revenues & Volume, 2021 & 2031F |
3.3 Japan Patient Lateral Transfer Devices Market - Industry Life Cycle |
3.4 Japan Patient Lateral Transfer Devices Market - Porter's Five Forces |
3.5 Japan Patient Lateral Transfer Devices Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Device Type, 2021 & 2031F |
3.6 Japan Patient Lateral Transfer Devices Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Material, 2021 & 2031F |
3.7 Japan Patient Lateral Transfer Devices Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Application, 2021 & 2031F |
3.8 Japan Patient Lateral Transfer Devices Market Revenues & Volume Share, By End User, 2021 & 2031F |
3.9 Japan Patient Lateral Transfer Devices Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Weight Capacity, 2021 & 2031F |
4 Japan Patient Lateral Transfer Devices Market Dynamics |
4.1 Impact Analysis |
4.2 Market Drivers |
4.2.1 Increasing geriatric population in Japan, leading to higher demand for patient lateral transfer devices. |
4.2.2 Rising prevalence of chronic diseases requiring frequent patient transfers. |
4.2.3 Technological advancements in patient lateral transfer devices, enhancing efficiency and safety of transfers. |
4.3 Market Restraints |
4.3.1 Stringent regulatory requirements and standards for patient lateral transfer devices in Japan. |
4.3.2 High cost associated with advanced patient lateral transfer devices, limiting adoption in smaller healthcare facilities. |
5 Japan Patient Lateral Transfer Devices Market Trends |
6 Japan Patient Lateral Transfer Devices Market, By Types |
6.1 Japan Patient Lateral Transfer Devices Market, By Device Type |
6.1.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.1.2 Japan Patient Lateral Transfer Devices Market Revenues & Volume, By Device Type, 2021 - 2031F |
6.1.3 Japan Patient Lateral Transfer Devices Market Revenues & Volume, By Air-Assisted Transfer Mattresses, 2021 - 2031F |
6.1.4 Japan Patient Lateral Transfer Devices Market Revenues & Volume, By Slide Sheets, 2021 - 2031F |
6.1.5 Japan Patient Lateral Transfer Devices Market Revenues & Volume, By Transfer Boards, 2021 - 2031F |
6.1.6 Japan Patient Lateral Transfer Devices Market Revenues & Volume, By Belt Transfer Aids, 2021 - 2031F |
6.1.7 Japan Patient Lateral Transfer Devices Market Revenues & Volume, By Roller Transfer Sheets, 2021 - 2031F |
6.2 Japan Patient Lateral Transfer Devices Market, By Material |
6.2.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.2.2 Japan Patient Lateral Transfer Devices Market Revenues & Volume, By Nylon, 2021 - 2031F |
6.2.3 Japan Patient Lateral Transfer Devices Market Revenues & Volume, By Polyester, 2021 - 2031F |
6.2.4 Japan Patient Lateral Transfer Devices Market Revenues & Volume, By Plastic, 2021 - 2031F |
6.2.5 Japan Patient Lateral Transfer Devices Market Revenues & Volume, By Cotton, 2021 - 2031F |
6.2.6 Japan Patient Lateral Transfer Devices Market Revenues & Volume, By Vinyl, 2021 - 2031F |
6.3 Japan Patient Lateral Transfer Devices Market, By Application |
6.3.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.3.2 Japan Patient Lateral Transfer Devices Market Revenues & Volume, By ICU Transfers, 2021 - 2031F |
6.3.3 Japan Patient Lateral Transfer Devices Market Revenues & Volume, By Emergency Room, 2021 - 2031F |
6.3.4 Japan Patient Lateral Transfer Devices Market Revenues & Volume, By Surgery Recovery, 2021 - 2031F |
6.3.5 Japan Patient Lateral Transfer Devices Market Revenues & Volume, By Elderly Care, 2021 - 2031F |
6.3.6 Japan Patient Lateral Transfer Devices Market Revenues & Volume, By Post-Operative Transfer, 2021 - 2031F |
6.4 Japan Patient Lateral Transfer Devices Market, By End User |
6.4.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.4.2 Japan Patient Lateral Transfer Devices Market Revenues & Volume, By Hospitals, 2021 - 2031F |
6.4.3 Japan Patient Lateral Transfer Devices Market Revenues & Volume, By Clinics, 2021 - 2031F |
6.4.4 Japan Patient Lateral Transfer Devices Market Revenues & Volume, By Rehabilitation Centers, 2021 - 2031F |
6.4.5 Japan Patient Lateral Transfer Devices Market Revenues & Volume, By Homecare, 2021 - 2031F |
6.4.6 Japan Patient Lateral Transfer Devices Market Revenues & Volume, By Nursing Homes, 2021 - 2031F |
6.5 Japan Patient Lateral Transfer Devices Market, By Weight Capacity |
6.5.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.5.2 Japan Patient Lateral Transfer Devices Market Revenues & Volume, By < 100 kg, 2021 - 2031F |
6.5.3 Japan Patient Lateral Transfer Devices Market Revenues & Volume, By 100-200 kg, 2021 - 2031F |
6.5.4 Japan Patient Lateral Transfer Devices Market Revenues & Volume, By 200-300 kg, 2021 - 2031F |
6.5.5 Japan Patient Lateral Transfer Devices Market Revenues & Volume, By > 300 kg, 2021 - 2031F |
6.5.6 Japan Patient Lateral Transfer Devices Market Revenues & Volume, By Custom, 2021 - 2031F |
7 Japan Patient Lateral Transfer Devices Market Import-Export Trade Statistics |
7.1 Japan Patient Lateral Transfer Devices Market Export to Major Countries |
7.2 Japan Patient Lateral Transfer Devices Market Imports from Major Countries |
8 Japan Patient Lateral Transfer Devices Market Key Performance Indicators |
8.1 Average time taken for patient transfer procedures. |
8.2 Rate of adoption of technologically advanced patient lateral transfer devices. |
8.3 Number of reported incidents related to patient handling injuries in healthcare facilities. |
9 Japan Patient Lateral Transfer Devices Market - Opportunity Assessment |
9.1 Japan Patient Lateral Transfer Devices Market Opportunity Assessment, By Device Type, 2021 & 2031F |
9.2 Japan Patient Lateral Transfer Devices Market Opportunity Assessment, By Material, 2021 & 2031F |
9.3 Japan Patient Lateral Transfer Devices Market Opportunity Assessment, By Application, 2021 & 2031F |
9.4 Japan Patient Lateral Transfer Devices Market Opportunity Assessment, By End User, 2021 & 2031F |
9.5 Japan Patient Lateral Transfer Devices Market Opportunity Assessment, By Weight Capacity, 2021 & 2031F |
10 Japan Patient Lateral Transfer Devices Market - Competitive Landscape |
10.1 Japan Patient Lateral Transfer Devices Market Revenue Share, By Companies, 2024 |
10.2 Japan Patient Lateral Transfer Devices Market Competitive Benchmarking, By Operating and Technical Parameters |
11 Company Profiles |
12 Recommendations |
13 Disclaimer |
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