INTRODUCTION
STUDY GOALS AND OBJECTIVES
This BCC Research report, Pain Management Markets, provides an overview of products included in this market, and detailed analyses of markets and competitive environments. The study includes information about significant products, players, issues and trends, regulatory issues, and other information affecting the pain management industry.
REASONS FOR DOING THE STUDY
This study will provide the reader with the knowledge to adequately view and assess pain management and the problems that the healthcare industry faces as well as provide insights into the market potentials. This covers a wide variety of treatments and products that many people worldwide rely on.
SCOPE OF REPORT
This BCC Research report is designed to be a helpful business tool that will provide a thorough evaluation of the market for pain management. The geographical scope of this study is U.S. based. This study will address acute versus chronic pain, treatments, and regulatory issues facing healthcare workers. Also provided will is detailed information based on product categories, use of products, forecasts, and competitive analyses. Several significant trends continue to influence these markets. This report covers the following market trends:
- Undertreatment issues
- Professional issues
- Managed care pain issues
- Trends in new therapies and product pipelines
- Generic participation
- Pain research
- Drug delivery
- Patent expirations
- Developments in breakthrough pain
- New regulatory requirements
- Demographic trends
- Incidence and prevalence trends
METHODOLOGY
The information for this BCC report was obtained through primary and secondary data-collection methods. Primary methods included interviews with approximately 20 key executives, physicians, nurses, product managers, and other professionals involved in the pain treatment industry. Secondary methods included published literature in the area of pain management, investment reports, company literature, and various related journals.
Market data for this report pertains to the U.S. market and uses U.S. dollars at the manufacturers’ level. The base year of the report is 2008, with historical data provided for 2006 and 2007, and forecast data provided through 2013. Historical, base year and forecast data are provided for each market segment of the report. Growth rates are determined through a compilation of data, including past trends, future trends, demographics, incidence, mortality, products in research and development, and current product growth, etc. Competitor market share estimates are provided for each market segment for the 2008 base year.
ANALYST CREDENTIALS
Melissa Elder is an experienced healthcare market analyst, specializing in prescription and over-the-counter pharmaceuticals, medical devices, animal health products, and emerging healthcare technologies. Ms. Elder has more than 13 years of experience in the healthcare industry, specializing in market research for the past 10 years. This experience has given her substantial insight into pharmaceutical market analysis. Her work in the medical community, including emergency room medical training and healthcare information systems coordination, has enhanced her ability to provide insight into many healthcare markets.
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DISCLAIMER
This publication provides informative material of a professional nature. It does not constitute managerial, legal, or accounting advice, nor should it serve as a corporate policy guide or an endorsement of any given product or company. This information is intended to be as accurate as possible at the time it was written and was undertaken on a best-effort basis.
The views expressed are those of the author and do not make any warranty, express or implied, for the accuracy, completeness, or usefulness of the information, or for the interpretation of data or its use by others. Projections involve risks and uncertainties that include but are not limited to technical risks associated with technology development, government regulatory approvals, and access to capital. The author assumes no responsibility for any losses or damages that may result from one’s reliance on this material.
Report Code: HLC026C, Published: August 2009, Analyst: Melissa Elder
