Diabetic Footwear Market Outlook:
Diabetic Footwear Market size was valued at USD 8.76 billion in 2024 and is set to exceed USD 16.91 billion by 2034, registering over 6.8% CAGR during the forecast period i.e., between 2025-2034. In the year 2025, the industry size of diabetic footwear is estimated at USD 9.27 billion.
The market growth is attributed to worldwide increasing prevalence of diabetes. Moreover, these footwears are becoming popular among the people suffering from diabetes, as it reduces the risk of skin damage. According to the data released by the World Health Organization (WHO), approximately 422 million people are currently suffering from diabetes worldwide, and this disease is directly responsible for 1.5 million deaths each year.
Diabetic footwear (shoes) is specially crafted footwear that protects the feet of diabetic patients. The diabetic footwear demand is being fueled by the fact that this footwear offers support and protection while minimizing pressure points on the feet, lowers the risk of diabetic foot ulcers, and thereby reduces amputations, etc. It also helps to heal several diabetic conditions, such as poor blood circulation in the legs, and also addresses foot pain and ulcers. Moreover, people with diabetes have a higher risk of experiencing deep vein thrombosis (DVT). According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), in the United States, almost 900,000 people are directly affected by deep vein thrombosis (DVT) each year.
