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Orthopedic Navigation Systems Market Size, Share & Trend Analysis - Global - 2025-2031 - Includes: Capital Equipment, and 2 more

Published Feb 07, 2025
Length 86 Pages
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Global Orthopedic Navigation System Market Report, 2025 Edition

Executive Summary

The global orthopedic navigation system market was valued at approximately $190 million in 2024. It is projected to grow at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 9.8 percent, reaching nearly $365 million by 2031.

This report covers capital equipment, disposable and accessory components, and service and maintenance revenue. It quantifies unit sales, average selling prices (ASPs), market values, growth rates, and company shares, and analyzes market drivers and limiters, technology adoption, mergers and acquisitions, and product portfolios. Historical data is provided from 2021 to 2024, with forecasts extending to 2031.

In 2024, disposables and accessories represented the largest segment of the overall orthopedic navigation market, followed by capital equipment. Growth in the disposables segment is being driven by the expanding installed base of navigation systems worldwide and increasing use of disposable instruments per procedure.

By region, North America remained the largest market, followed by Western Europe and Asia-Pacific. While smaller in overall value, the African market is projected to exhibit the highest growth rate over the forecast period due to low initial penetration and early-stage development.

The global orthopedic navigation system market continues to evolve as hospitals, ambulatory surgery centers (ASCs), and specialized orthopedic centers adopt precision navigation solutions to improve clinical outcomes, support data-driven procedures, and reduce revision rates across hip and knee arthroplasty and spinal applications.

Market Overview

Orthopedic navigation systems provide real-time intraoperative guidance to enhance implant alignment, bone preparation, and surgical accuracy. The use of navigation in total knee, partial knee, and total hip arthroplasty has steadily increased as evidence shows improved precision and long-term implant survivorship.

These systems integrate with imaging and instrument-tracking technologies to help surgeons plan and execute procedures with greater confidence and reproducibility. The combination of preoperative planning tools, intraoperative sensors, and post-procedure analytics positions navigation systems as a core technology in orthopedic digital surgery.

Market growth is also supported by the shift toward data integration and the expanding use of computer-assisted surgical platforms. Many hospitals are adopting navigation as part of broader operating room digitalization efforts, pairing it with robotic systems and intraoperative imaging for more comprehensive surgical solutions.

Over the next decade, sustained adoption is expected across all major regions, driven by rising procedure volumes, increased surgeon training, and cost efficiency compared to robotic platforms.

Market Drivers

Clinical Benefits

Navigation systems have demonstrated clear clinical advantages in terms of implant accuracy and reproducibility. Studies across total hip and total knee arthroplasty show that navigation reduces malalignment, lowers revision rates, and minimizes complications such as dislocation or unequal limb length. Improved precision also contributes to faster recovery times and shorter hospital stays, producing cost savings for healthcare systems.

Younger and more active patients increasingly demand technologies that reduce the risk of revisions and enhance implant longevity. Hospitals adopting navigation systems can position themselves as offering high-precision orthopedic care, strengthening their reputation and attracting patients seeking advanced surgical options.

Increasing Number of Procedures

The number of total knee, partial knee, and total hip procedures continues to rise globally due to population aging and growing access to orthopedic care in developing regions. Navigation-assisted procedures represent a growing share of these volumes. As the technology becomes more familiar and cost-effective, an increasing percentage of surgeries are performed using image-guided or sensor-assisted navigation.

This expansion will continue to drive growth not only in capital equipment but also in consumables and maintenance services associated with ongoing procedure use.

Shift Toward Ambulatory Surgical Centers (ASCs)

In North America and select European countries, orthopedic surgeries are increasingly performed in ASCs to reduce cost and improve efficiency. ASCs typically prioritize technologies that support shorter recovery times and higher throughput. Navigation systems align with these goals by enabling faster, more precise surgeries with consistent results.

Although ASCs are primarily suited for lower-risk, younger patients, their growth is influencing the broader market. Manufacturers targeting this segment are developing compact, mobile, and cost-effective navigation platforms optimized for outpatient environments. This trend is expected to increase total market value and procedural penetration over the forecast period.

Market Limiters

Competing Technologies

Orthopedic navigation systems face direct competition from alternative technologies, including robotic-assisted surgery, patient-specific cutting guides, and sensor-based alignment systems. Robotic platforms, while substantially more expensive, offer integrated preoperative planning and haptic feedback, which appeal to some surgeons. As a result, large implant manufacturers are investing heavily in robotics, which may divert some purchasing budgets away from navigation.

Conversely, low-cost options such as cutting blocks or standalone sensor systems provide improved accuracy without requiring major capital investment. These alternatives can be attractive to cost-sensitive hospitals or emerging markets, limiting the growth potential for navigation system adoption in certain regions.

Training and Learning Curve

Navigation systems require specific training to operate effectively. The length and complexity of training vary by application, with total knee and total hip procedures typically demanding longer learning periods. Facilities must allocate resources for surgeon certification and staff familiarity, which can slow adoption.

In hospitals where navigation is not yet standard of care, resistance to workflow changes and lack of familiarity can delay implementation. However, new surgeons entering the workforce increasingly receive exposure to navigation technology during training, which may gradually offset this limitation.

Increased Procedure Time

For many surgeries, integrating navigation can extend operative time compared to traditional methods. This can reduce the number of cases that can be scheduled in a day, particularly in high-volume facilities. Longer procedures may also increase anesthesia duration and perioperative resource use, limiting enthusiasm among surgeons prioritizing speed and throughput.

Manufacturers are responding by simplifying workflows and automating registration steps, but procedural time remains a factor influencing adoption, particularly in markets where reimbursement is not adjusted for the use of navigation technology.

Market Coverage and Data Scope

Quantitative Coverage

Market size, market shares, forecasts, growth rates, units sold, and average selling prices.

Qualitative Coverage

Market growth trends, limiters, competitive analysis and SWOT for top competitors, mergers and acquisitions, company profiles, product portfolios, FDA approvals and recalls, and disruptive technology insights.

Time Frame

Historical data: 2021–2024

Base year: 2024

Forecast period: 2025–2031

Data Sources

Primary interviews with orthopedic surgeons, regulatory databases, hospital purchasing data, import and export records, and iData Research’s internal MedTech database.

Markets Covered and Segmentation

Global Orthopedic Navigation System Market – Further Segmented Into:

Revenue Type:

Capital equipment

Disposables and other accessories

Service and maintenance revenue

System Placement:

Outright purchase

Leased or under financial arrangement

Competitive Analysis

Stryker led the global orthopedic navigation system market in 2024. Its platforms, Stryker NAV3i® and NavSuite®3, provide navigation solutions for multiple orthopedic applications. The company also markets the Mako™ robotic system, positioning Stryker across both competing technologies—navigation and robotics. This dual presence enhances its brand strength and enables integrated sales strategies across different surgical approaches.

Smith & Nephew held the second-largest global share in 2024, following its acquisition of Brainlab’s orthopedic joint reconstruction business in 2019. Its NAVIO™ and CORI™ robotic-assisted systems extend the company’s reach beyond navigation into robotic orthopedics. This crossover allows Smith & Nephew to target hospitals seeking flexible solutions for both robotic and non-robotic workflows.

OrthAlign ranked third globally. The company’s product line includes KneeAlign®, UniAlign®, HipAlign®, and Lantern®, providing handheld, single-use navigation systems for partial and total knee and total hip arthroplasties. OrthAlign’s disposable-based business model allows hospitals to access navigation technology without significant capital expenditure, giving it a unique advantage in price-sensitive markets.

Other notable participants include Brainlab, which remains active in navigation systems beyond the joint reconstruction segment, and Zimmer Biomet, which integrates navigation functions into its orthopedic robotics portfolio.

Technology and Practice Trends

Miniaturized and handheld navigation systems are expanding access in outpatient and smaller hospital settings.

Integration between navigation and robotic systems is increasing, allowing surgeons to transition between modalities within a unified digital ecosystem.

The use of intraoperative imaging and 3D mapping is enhancing accuracy and providing real-time data visualization.

Navigation software is being refined for implant-specific and procedure-specific applications, enabling more personalized surgery.

Cloud connectivity and data analytics are improving system performance tracking, facilitating better maintenance and evidence-based outcomes analysis.

Geography

This report provides global coverage across North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Latin America, the Middle East, and Africa.

Why This Report

Where are the largest and fastest-growing opportunities in the orthopedic navigation market?

How does the adoption of navigation compare with robotic-assisted and sensor-assisted orthopedic technologies?

What factors influence hospital purchasing decisions for navigation systems versus competing technologies?

How will ASC expansion affect the demand for portable and cost-efficient navigation platforms?

What is the impact of procedure volume growth, surgeon training, and reimbursement on long-term adoption?

Which product features and software integrations are shaping next-generation navigation systems?

How will global economic conditions and healthcare digitalization influence capital equipment investments through 2031?

The Global Orthopedic Navigation System Market Report from iData Research answers these questions with detailed device-level data, company share analysis, and region-specific forecasts. Use it to evaluate growth potential, plan product development, and align commercial strategies with evolving market demand.

About iData Research

iData Research is a premium market intelligence firm headquartered in Canada with offices across North America and Europe.

Over the last 20 years, the company has specialized in device-level sizing, procedure models, pricing trends, and competitive share across MedTech.

Since 2005, iData has supported global OEMs, mid-market innovators, and investors with triangulated data based on units and ASPs, with country-level forecasts and analyst access across Europe, North America, Latin America, the Middle East, Africa, and APAC.

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Table of Contents

86 Pages
Research Methodology
Step 1: Project Initiation & Team Selection
Step 2: Prepare Data Systems And Perform Secondary Research
Step 3: Preparation For Interviews & Questionnaire Design
Step 4: Performing Primary Research
Step 5: Research Analysis: Establishing Baseline Estimates
Step 6: Market Forecast And Analysis
Step 7: Identify Strategic Opportunities
Step 8: Final Review And Market Release
Step 9: Customer Feedback And Market Monitoring
Disease Overview
2.1 Medical Conditions
2.1.1 Cardiac Conditions
2.1.1.1 Coronary Artery Disease
2.1.1.2 Mitral Valve Prolapse
2.1.2 Colorectal Conditions
2.1.2.1 Colorectal Cancer
2.1.2.2 Diverticulitis
2.1.2.3 Inflammatory Bowel Disease
2.1.3 Digestive Tract Conditions
2.1.3.1 Achalasia
2.1.3.2 Gallbladder Attack
2.1.3.3 Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease
2.1.3.4 Hernia
2.1.3.5 Stomach Cancer
2.1.4 Ear, Nose And Throat (Ent) Conditions
2.1.4.1 Cholesteatomas
2.1.4.2 Chronic Sinusitis
2.1.4.3 Otitis Media
2.1.4.4 Otosclerosis
2.1.4.5 Tonsillitis
2.1.5 Gynecological Conditions
2.1.5.1 Endometriosis
2.1.5.2 Gynecological Cancers
2.1.5.3 Menorrhagia
2.1.5.4 Pelvic Prolapse
2.1.5.5 Uterine Fibroids
2.1.6 Neurosurgical Conditions
2.1.6.1 Brain Tumor
2.1.6.2 Communicating Hydrocephalus
2.1.6.3 Hydrocephalus
2.1.6.4 Intracranial Aneurysm
2.1.6.5 Intracranial Atherosclerosis Disease
2.1.6.6 Intracranial Pressure
2.1.6.7 Non-Communicating Hydrocephalus
2.1.6.8 Normal Pressure Hydrocephalus
2.1.7 Orthopedic Conditions
2.1.7.1 Arthritis
2.1.7.2 Fractures
2.1.7.3 Osteoporosis
2.1.8 Spinal Conditions
2.1.8.1 Herniated Disc
2.1.8.2 Kyphosis
2.1.8.3 Scoliosis
2.1.8.4 Spinal Stenosis
2.1.8.5 Spondylosis
2.1.9 Urological Conditions
2.1.9.1 Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia (Bph)
2.1.9.2 Bladder Cancer
2.1.9.3 Kidney Cancer
2.1.9.4 Prostate Cancer
Orthopedic Navigation System Market
5.1 Executive Summary
5.1.1 Global Orthopedic Navigation System Market Overview
5.1.2 Competitive Analysis
5.1.3 Market Segmentation
5.1.4 Regions Included
5.2 Introduction
5.3 Procedure Numbers
5.4 Market Overview
5.4.1 By Segment
5.4.2 By Region
5.5 Market Analysis And Forecast
5.5.1 System Placement
5.5.2 Orthopedic Navigation Capital Equipment Market
5.5.3 Orthopedic Navigation Disposables And Other Accessories Market
5.5.4 Orthopedic Navigation Service And Maintenance Revenue Market
5.6 Drivers And Limiters
5.6.1 Market Drivers
5.6.2 Market Limiters
5.7 Competitive Market Share Analysis
Abbreviations
Chart 5-1: Orthopedic Navigation System Market, Global, 2024 & 2031
Chart 5-2: Orthopedic Navigation System Procedures, Global, 2024
Chart 5-3: Orthopedic Navigation Procedures by Region, Global, 2021 – 2031
Chart 5-4: Orthopedic Navigation System Market by Segment, Global, 2021 – 2031
Chart 5-5: Orthopedic Navigation System Market by Region, Global, 2021 – 2031
Chart 5-6: Leading Competitors, Orthopedic Navigation System Market, Global, 2024
Figure 5-1: Orthopedic Navigation System Market Segmentation
Figure 5-2: Orthopedic Navigation System Regions Covered, Global (1 of 2)
Figure 5-3: Orthopedic Navigation System Regions Covered, Global (2 of 2)
Figure 5-4: Orthopedic Navigation Procedures by Region, Global, 2024 – 2031
Figure 5-5: Orthopedic Navigation Procedures by Country, North America, 2021 – 2031
Figure 5-6: Orthopedic Navigation Procedures by Country, Latin America, 2021 – 2031 (1 of 2)
Figure 5-7: Orthopedic Navigation Procedures by Country, Latin America, 2021 – 2031 (2 of 2)
Figure 5-8: Orthopedic Navigation Procedures by Country, Western Europe, 2021 – 2031
Figure 5-9: Orthopedic Navigation Procedures by Country, Central & Eastern Europe, 2021 – 2031 (1 of 2)
Figure 5-10: Orthopedic Navigation Procedures by Country, Central & Eastern Europe, 2021 – 2031 (2 of 2)
Figure 5-11: Orthopedic Navigation Procedures by Country, Middle East, 2021 – 2031
Figure 5-12: Orthopedic Navigation Procedures by Country, Asia-Pacific, 2021 – 2031 (1 of 3)
Figure 5-13: Orthopedic Navigation Procedures by Country, Asia-Pacific, 2021 – 2031 (2 of 3)
Figure 5-14: Orthopedic Navigation Procedures by Country, Asia-Pacific, 2021 – 2031 (3 of 3)
Figure 5-15: Orthopedic Navigation Procedures by Country, Africa, 2021 – 2031
Figure 5-16: Orthopedic Navigation System Market by Segment, Global, 2021 – 2024 (US$M)
Figure 5-17: Orthopedic Navigation System Market by Region, Global, 2021 – 2031 (US$M)
Figure 5-18: Systems Placement by Financial Arrangement, Orthopedic Navigation Market, Global, 2021 – 2031
Figure 5-19: Total Systems Placed by Region, Orthopedic Navigation Market, Global, 2021 – 2031
Figure 5-20: Systems Leased or Placed under Financial Arrangement by Region, Orthopedic Navigation Capital Equipment Market, Global, 2021 – 2031
Figure 5-21: Orthopedic Navigation Capital Equipment Market, Global, 2021 – 2031
Figure 5-22: Systems Sold by Region, Orthopedic Navigation Capital Equipment Market, Global, 2021 – 2031
Figure 5-23: Installed Base Systems by Region, Orthopedic Navigation Capital Equipment Market, Global, 2021 – 2031
Figure 5-24: Average Selling Price by Region, Orthopedic Navigation Capital Equipment Market, Global, 2021 – 2031 (US$)
Figure 5-25: Market Value by Region, Orthopedic Navigation Capital Equipment Market, Global, 2021 – 2031 (US$M)
Figure 5-26: Orthopedic Navigation Disposables and Other Accessories Market, Global, 2021 – 2031
Figure 5-27: Procedures by Region, Orthopedic Navigation Disposables and Other Accessories Market, Global, 2021 - 2031
Figure 5-28: Average Selling Price per Procedure by Region, Orthopedic Navigation Disposables and Other Accessories Market, Global, 2021 - 2031 (US$)
Figure 5-29: Market Value by Region, Orthopedic Navigation Disposables and Other Accessories Market, Global, 2021 - 2031 (US$M)
Figure 5-30: Orthopedic Navigation Service and Maintenance Revenue Market, Global, 2021– 2031
Figure 5-31: Installed Base Serviced by Region, Orthopedic Navigation Service and Maintenance Revenue Market, Global, 2021– 2031 (US$M)
Figure 5-32: Average Selling Price per Procedure by Region, Orthopedic Navigation Service and Maintenance Revenue Market, Global, 2021 - 2031 (US$)
Figure 5-33: Market Value by Region, Orthopedic Navigation Service and Maintenance Revenue Market, Global, 2021 - 2031 (US$M)
Figure 5-34: Leading Competitors, Orthopedic Navigation System Market, Global, 2024
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