PEEK Interbody Devices Set to Lead Spinal Fusion Market

Technological advancements in navigation and imaging are driving innovation in the worldwide spinal fusion market. These developments have helped physicians more accurately identify the source of back pain and visualize the surgical area, thereby improving the spinal fusion procedural precision.

Pedicle screw systems currently hold the largest spinal fusion market share but interbody devices— particularly those made from PEEK (polyether ether ketone)—are quickly catching up and set to dominate the spinal fusion sector, according to GlobalData.

Interbody devices have shown steady growth in recent years, with products using PEEK technology showing the strongest growth, GlobalData statistics indicate. This trend is expected to continue, with the global PEEK interbody market swelling 5.9% annually through 2033.

“In comparison, the overall global spinal fusion market is predicted to experience a [compound annual growth rate] CAGR of 2.3% over the same period, indicating relatively strong growth for PEEK interbody devices,” GlobalData Medical Analyst Thomas Fleming said. “These projections suggest that while traditional devices maintain their impact on the market, interbody devices will play an increasingly significant role in shaping the future of spinal fusion.”

Spinal fusion is primarily used to decompress and stabilize the spine in the lumbar, cervical, and thoracic regions. Indications for spinal fusion include conditions such as degenerative disc disease, spondylolisthesis, spinal stenosis, scoliosis, trauma, and spinal tumors. Lumbar fusions dominate the market, with more than half patients older than 50.

“The growth in the global spinal fusion market is driven by the increase in the elderly population, particularly in North America,” Fleming concluded. “In the U.S., around 35% of the population is over the age of 50, and spinal fusion procedures are most prevalent among this demographic. With evolving demographics driving the spinal fusion market, developing technologies will define the leading devices in the market.”