Market Overview:

Global Spinal Muscular Atrophy Treatment Market was valued at approximately USD 4.71 Billion in 2023. Over the course of the forecast period (2024–2031), the market is expected to develop at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 6.8%, reaching a value of USD 7.99 Billion by 2031.

The growing prevalence of spinal muscular atrophy (SMA) is the main factor driving the market. Spinal muscular atrophy (SMA) affects around 1 in 10,000 persons worldwide, based according to the National Organization for Rare Disorders (NORD). The approval of gene therapy as a treatment for SMA and the increasing prevalence of the disease are hence two of the key factors driving market revenue. For patients with SMA, a comprehensive standard therapy strategy is employed, comprising disease-modifying therapies as well as symptomatic therapy such as physical, professional, and respiratory function monitoring. Spinraza, the first disease-modifying treatment in history, was approved by the Food and Drug Administration, or FDA, of the United States. With higher patient survival rates, it has shown encouraging and favorable results. Therefore, it is expected that the approval of novel disease-modifying treatments will propel market expansion.

Moreover, a major driver of the market's expansion is the growing public awareness of innovative treatments. For example, Cure SMA convened the 2022 Annual SMA Conference in Anaheim in May 2021 to bring together the SMA community, which consists of clinicians, researchers, and patients and their caretakers. Numerous activities, such as educational seminars, researcher keynote addresses, and social events, were held during this conference. These conferences give manufacturers the chance to meet and talk with SMA individuals in order to learn about their unmet treatment needs.

The low success rate in clinical trials makes it difficult for new players to launch new goods. The National Library of Medicine reports that while creating novel SMA medications, the clinical trial success rate is 10%. For example, F. Hoffmann-La Roche Ltd. discontinued the Olesoxim clinical trial program in December 2020 because the medication did not improve the quality of life for patients with type 2 and type 3 SMA. As a result, a low clinical trial success rate discourages new competitors from funding the development of novel drugs, which limits market expansion.

Market Drivers-

Advancements in Gene Therapy

• The market for treatments for spinal muscular atrophy is driven by the impressive developments in gene therapy methods for SMA. In order to increase motor neuron function and restore SMN protein levels, gene therapy entails delivering functional variants of the SMN1 a gene, which is defective or lacking in SMA patients. Advancements in gene therapy, specifically in relation to medications such as risdiplam (Evrysdi) and onasemnogene abeparvovec (Zolgensma), have shown encouraging therapeutic results, such as increased motor function, extended survival, and postponed disease progression in individuals with SMA. Because they target the underlying genetic etiology of SMA, these gene therapy treatments provide a possibly curative method for the condition. The availability and efficacy of gene therapy alternatives for SMA are anticipated to increase, spurring market growth and creativity in the spinal muscle atrophy treatment market, as long as research and development activities persist in advancing gene therapy technology and optimizing treatment regimens.

Increasing Awareness and Early Diagnosis Efforts

• The market for treatments for spinal muscular atrophy is being driven by attempts to increase early diagnosis and raise awareness of SMA. For prompt intervention and the best possible treatment results, an early diagnosis is essential for SMA, a rare genetic condition marked by increasing muscular weakness and degeneration. Increased screening programs for SMA in newborns and at-risk populations, as well as better early symptom recognition, are results of efforts to boost public, healthcare professional, and parent knowledge of SMA. Early discovery of SMA has been made possible by newborn screening programs, improvements in genetic testing, and educational efforts. This has allowed for early intervention as well as access to new medications. Early diagnosis enables the commencement of supportive care, proactive management techniques, and disease-modifying treatments to maximize results and enhance the quality of life for SMA patients. In the market for spinal muscular atrophy treatment, demand for cutting-edge treatment options is driven by the increasing emphasis on earlier identification and treatment in SMA.

Market Trends-

Development of Innovative Gene Therapies

• the quick growth of novel gene treatments that aim to treat SMA's underlying genetic etiology. By providing functional copies of the SMN1 gene to replace the mutant or defective gene causing the disease, gene therapy has great potential to treat spinal muscular atrophy (SMA). Innovative therapies like risdiplam (Evrysdi) and onasemnogene abeparvovec (Zolgensma) have shown amazing efficacy in clinical studies, enhancing motor function and extending survival in SMA patients. These cutting-edge gene therapies offer patients and their family potentially curative treatments as well as life-changing advantages, marking a paradigm change in the field of SMA therapy. The SMA Treatment Market is experiencing unusual innovation and optimism about the prospects of enhancing results and standard of life for SMA patients as development and research efforts continue to advance. Ongoing trials are looking into novel gene therapy approaches as well as combination treatments.

Expansion of Access to Treatment Options

• The increase in therapy choices available to SMA patients is known as the SMA therapy Market. Historically, access to cutting-edge treatments like gene therapies or disease-modifying medications has been restricted because of things like exorbitant pricing, lengthy regulatory approval processes, and difficult reimbursement. However, collaborations among pharmaceutical companies, medical practitioners, patient advocacy groups, and lawmakers are spearheading initiatives to broaden the reach of SMA therapies. Concerns about affordability are being addressed, regulatory processes are being streamlined, and the eligibility requirements for obtaining SMA medicines are being widened through expanded access applications, patient support initiatives, and advocacy campaigns. Furthermore, early diagnosis and intervention are made easier by the adoption of newborn screening programs for SMA in different locations, providing prompt access to novel therapies and supportive care measures. The market is expanding due to the increased availability of treatment alternatives, which also improves the possibilities for better results and a higher standard of living for SMA patients globally.

Market Restraining Factors-

High Treatment Costs

• The market for treatments for spinal muscular atrophy is dominated by expensive products. Novel approaches to treating SMA, like gene therapies and medications that alter the illness, are frequently expensive because of the intricate processes involved in their development, production, and approval by regulatory bodies. Gene therapy therapies, such as onasemnogene abeparvovec (Zolgensma) & risdiplam (Evrysdi), incur substantial expenses due to the substantial expenditure required in research and development, clinical trials, and the production infrastructure. Patients, families, & healthcare systems face financial difficulties due to the high cost of SMA therapies, especially in areas with poor insurance coverage or restricted access to healthcare services. Concerns about cost may prevent patients from receiving life-saving therapies and lead to differences in SMA patients' access to and results from therapy. The development of sustainable pricing structures, reimbursement strategies, and assistance programs that guarantee fair access to treatment for all SMA patients is necessary to address the affordability of SMA therapies.

Report Coverage:

The report will cover the qualitative and quantitative data on the global Spinal Muscular Atrophy Treatment Market. The qualitative data includes latest trends, market players analysis, market drivers, market opportunity, and many others. Also, the report quantitative data includes market size for every region, country, and segments according to your requirements. We can also provide customize report in every industry vertical.

Report Scope and Segmentations:

Market Players Analysis:

• Biogen
• Novartis AG
• Ionis Pharmaceuticals Inc.
• Biohaven Pharmaceuticals
• Hoffmann-La Roche Ltd
• Cytokinetics
• Scholar Rock, Inc.
• PTC Therapeutics
• NMD PHARMA A/S 

Key Industry Developments:

• In August 2021, Novartis planned to start a new, pivotal Phase 3 investigation of intrathecal OAV-101 in elderly individuals with spinal muscular atrophy and announced the lifting of a partial clinical trial hold.
• In July 2021, In order to treat muscle atrophy of the spine in adults as well as kids two months of age and older, Roche introduced the prescription drug Evrysdi in India.

Market Segmentation Insights:

The market is divided into segments based on By Type, By Treatment, By Drug, By Route of Administration.

By Type

• Type I
• Type II
• Type III
• Type IV

The type 1 category held a share of revenue of 63.1% in 2021 and dominated the market, largely because of its high prevalence rate. This type of SMA accounts for about 60.0% of all new-borns with the disorder, making it one of the most common. It is expected that companies' increasing focus on developing innovative drugs for the treatment of SMA patients will drive market expansion. The FDA has approved many therapies for type-1 patients, including onasemnogene abeparvovec-xioi, or Zolgensma, in 2019.

Furthermore, it is anticipated that the type-1 segment will increase profitably over the projected time. A robust product pipeline and a rise in research activity are credited with this growth. For example, Novartis AG released the findings of the SPRINT research in March 2022, which evaluated the impact of giving patients Zolgensma before they experience any symptoms. Additionally, the business released post-hoc data from three studies on SMA type 1 patients, STR1VE-EU, START, and STR1VE-US, showing that the patients were still able to speak, swallow, and retain airway function. This outcome is expected to drive the segment growth by incentivizing doctors to give this medication to type-1 patients, which will raise the prescription rate for this treatment.

By Drug

• Spinraza
• Zolgensma (AVXS-101)
• Evrysdi
• Others

In 2021, the Spinraza segment held the highest revenue share of 50.0% and dominated the market. A prescription drug called spinraza is used to treat both adult and pediatric patients. It is administered by skilled medical personnel via intrathecal injection. Some nations, like Italy, Norway, the Netherlands, Romania, Croatia, and Poland, fully reimburse Spinraza globally. Therefore, the segment is growing as a result of the existence of favorable reimbursement rules.

The evrysdi medicine category is expected to witness substantial growth during the estimated timeframe. Patients with SMA who are at least two months old should have a higher survival rate thanks to this medicine. In 2019, the FDA designated it as an orphan medicine. Many public and private insurance companies, such as Medicare's Highmark, Aetna, Anthem, BCBS the state of Alabama, Cigna, Florida Blue (BCBS FL), Health Partners, United Healthcare, among others, Colorado, Connecticut, and HCSC, presently cover Evrysdi for the treatment of individuals with SMA. Physician recommendations for this medication are more frequent when insurance coverage is present, which leads to a rise in the use of Evrysdi.

Regional Snapshots

• North America (U.S., Canada, Mexico)
• Europe (Germany, France, UK, Italy, Spain, Russia, Rest of Europe)
• Asia-Pacific (China, India, Japan, ASEAN, Rest of Asia-Pacific)
• LAMEA (Latin America, Middle East, Africa)

By region, Insights into the markets in North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, and the rest of the world are provided by the study.  North America held the biggest portion of the market in 2021 with a 73.6% revenue share. The rising incidence of SMA problems and the rising costs of treatment products are the main reasons for the region's dominance. For instance, between 10,000 and 25,000 adults and children in the US suffer from SMA. Additionally, as of July 2022, 30 people were on Spinraza, and SMA Canada believed that roughly 700 Canadians suffered from this illness.

The market in Asia Pacific is anticipated to grow at a CAGR of 35.9% over the course of the projected period. The arrival of new players in the area is responsible for its growth. For example, in March 2020, Novartis AG's gene therapy candidate Zolgensma (onasemnogene abeparvovec) was licensed by the Japanese Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare (MHLW) for use in treating pediatric patients in Japan. It is anticipated that this clearance will boost the region's market expansion.

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North America

• U.S
• Canada

Europe

• Switzerland
• Belgium
• Germany
• France
• U.K
• Italy
• Spain
• Sweden
• Netherland
• Turkey
• Rest of Europe

Asia-Pacific

• India
• Australia
• Philippines
• Singapore
• South Korea
• Japan
• China
• Malaysia
• Thailand
• Indonesia
• Rest Of APAC

Latin America

• Mexico
• Argentina
• Peru
• Colombia
• Brazil
• Rest of South America

Middle East and Africa

• Saudi Arabia
• UAE
• Egypt
• South Africa
• Rest Of MEA

Points Covered in the Report:

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• What are the major players in the market?

Research Scope of the Market:

• Historic year: 2019-2022
• Base year: 2023
• Forecast: 2024 to 2031
• Representation of Market revenue in USD Million