World Market for the Sale of TENS Devices - 2005 Edition

This publication has been discontinued on July 19, 2011.

Introduction

Description

The market for the sale of TENS devices is in a state of upheaval. Many of the worlds health-care systems are struggling to meet insurance claims and hence private insurance companies are continuously reducing reimbursement for TENS devices. There is also an ongoing technology battle between the newer digital TENS devices and the traditional analogue units. Moreover, with the quality of low-end products from Asia improving, it is an increasing challenge for suppliers to remain competitive and profitable. InMedicas aim in writing this report is to provide an up-to-date and comprehensive assessment of the market and to forecast the impact of significant trends over the next five years.

Market size estimates are provided for 2003 and 2004 in terms of revenues and unit shipments, with growth rate forecasts for the period 2005 to 2009. The report analyses the market in great detail with dedicated sections for Digital and Analogue types of TENS device.

The world market for the sale of TENS devices is also analysed by major region (EMEA, Americas and Asia) and is segmented into 22 individual countries, as follows: Austria, Belgium, France, Germany, Italy, Netherlands, Nordic, Spain & Portugal, Switzerland, UK & Eire, East Europe, Middle East & Africa, USA, Canada, Latin America, China & Hong Kong, India & Pakistan, Japan, Oceania, South Korea, Taiwan and Rest of Asia.

Market share estimates are provided for the largest suppliers of TENS devices in each major geographic region.

Table of Contents

Executive Summary

Chapter 1 Introduction, Scope & Methodology

1.0 Introduction1.1 Scope

1.1.1 Definitions

1.2 Methodology

1.2.1 Information Sources

1.2.2 Forecasting Methodology

1.3 Exchange Rates

Chapter 2 Market Statistics & Trends

2.0 Introduction

2.1 Factors Affecting Growth for TENS Devices

2.1.1 The Economic Outlook

2.1.2 Declining Reimbursement

2.1.3 The Ageing Population

2.1.4 The Cost and Rise of Alternatives

2.1.5 The Efficacy of TENS

2.1.6 Increasing Awareness and Correct Practice

2.1.7 Technology Trends

2.2 World Market for TENS Devices

2.3 Regional Analysis

2.4 EMEA Market by Country

2.5 Americas Market by Country

2.6 Asian Market by Country

Chapter 3 Competitive Environment

3.0 Introduction

3.1 Industry Structure

3.1.1 Prospects for New Entrants

3.2 Market Share Estimates

3.2.1 Overall Market Shares

3.2.2 Market Shares by Product Type

3.2.3 EMEA Market Shares

3.2.4 Americas Market Shares

3.2.5 Asian Market Shares

Appendix 1 Company Directory

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