JAPAN PATIENT MECHANICAL LIFT HANDLING EQUIPMENT MARKET FORECAST 2023-2030

The Japan patient mechanical lift handling equipment market segmentation includes end-user and product. The product segment includes overhead lifts, floor-based lifts, bath patient lifters, powered sit-to-stand lifts, standup & raising lifts, and other products.

A powered sit-to-stand lift, also referred to as an electric sit-to-stand lift or electric standing hoist, is a specialized device designed to aid individuals who face difficulties transitioning from a seated to a standing position. These lifts find extensive application in healthcare facilities, nursing homes, and home care settings to facilitate the transfer of patients or individuals with limited mobility.

Powered sit-to-stand lifts typically consist of a sturdy frame equipped with a sling or seat attachment, ensuring adequate support during the transfer process. They are equipped with an electric motor that enables the lifting mechanism, eliminating the need for manual lifting or physical exertion. The motor can be operated through a handheld remote or control panel, allowing caregivers to safely and comfortably maneuver the lift.

Floor-based lifts, commonly known as mobile patient lifts or portable lifts, are a prevalent type of patient mechanical lift handling equipment utilized in nursing homes and healthcare facilities. These lifts are specifically designed to facilitate the movement and transfer of patients with limited mobility within the premises. Constructed with durable materials such as steel or aluminum, the robust structure of floor-based lifts provides essential support and stability during transfers. The lifting mechanism, often powered by hydraulics or electricity, enables caregivers to safely elevate and lower the patient. These lifts ensure secure and controlled transfers for enhanced patient care and comfort.

Furthermore, floor-based lifts are designed to be portable and user-friendly, providing convenience for caregivers. These lifts are often equipped with wheels or casters attached to the base, facilitating easy maneuverability across different surfaces within nursing homes. To accommodate a range of patient sizes and requirements, floor-based lifts are available in various weight capacities. For bariatric patients, weight capacities can extend from approximately 300 pounds (136 kg) to higher capacities.

Moreover, the lifting arm or boom of floor-based lifts features multiple attachment points, allowing for the secure fastening of various types of slings. This versatility enables the use of different sling configurations, such as full-body slings, divided-leg slings, or toileting slings, based on the specific needs of each patient.

Some of the prominent companies in the Japan patient mechanical lift handling equipment market are Stryker Corporation, Baxter International Inc (Hill Rom Holdings Inc), Medline Industries, etc.

Baxter International Inc manufactures different healthcare items. Its product & service offerings include surgical hemostat & sealant products, inhaled anesthetics, infusion systems & devices, parenteral nutrition therapy, generic injectable medications, and sterile intravenous solutions. The company distributes its products directly and through a network of specialty pharmacies, drug wholesalers, and independent distributors. It is headquartered in Deerfield, Illinois, the United States and operates in Asia-Pacific, Europe, Africa, the Middle East, and the Americas. 

One of its key products, Sabina II EE Sit-to-Stand Patient Lift, assists in moving patients from sitting to standing in between a rapid transfer. It can also be adjusted to accommodate patients with different statures.