| Product Code: ETC6191754 | Publication Date: Sep 2024 | Updated Date: Aug 2025 | Product Type: Market Research Report | |
| Publisher: 6Wresearch | Author: Shubham Deep | No. of Pages: 75 | No. of Figures: 35 | No. of Tables: 20 |
The spinal muscular atrophy (SMA) treatment market in Australia is shaped by advances in gene therapy and increased screening for rare neuromuscular disorders. With drugs like Spinraza and Zolgensma gaining traction, market dynamics are driven by early diagnosis, government funding support, and the inclusion of SMA treatment in newborn screening programs.
The treatment market for spinal muscular atrophy (SMA) in Australia is evolving with the integration of advanced gene therapies and disease-modifying drugs such as Spinraza and Zolgensma. Government support for rare disease treatment and newborn screening programs is improving early diagnosis and access to treatments, which is a major positive trend. Increased clinical research activities are expected to drive further innovation in this space.
Despite advances in gene therapies, the Australia spinal muscular atrophy (SMA) treatment market is challenged by the extremely high cost of innovative drugs such as onasemnogene abeparvovec. Limited access to these treatments in rural and underserved areas, along with delayed diagnosis, contributes to treatment initiation gaps. Moreover, public funding constraints and reimbursement complexities restrict patient access.
The spinal muscular atrophy (SMA) treatment market in Australia offers compelling opportunities due to the increasing availability of novel gene therapies and orphan drugs. The governments supportive stance on rare disease treatments and reimbursement policies paves the way for pharmaceutical and biotech firms to expand clinical trials and commercial availability. Investment in awareness programs and early screening technologies can also generate returns while fulfilling unmet medical needs.
The Australian Government supports the spinal muscular atrophy (SMA) treatment market through the Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme (PBS), which subsidizes high-cost therapies such as Spinraza and Zolgensma. The National Strategic Action Plan for Rare Diseases also provides a policy framework to enhance access to care and foster research. Furthermore, government funding for genetic screening programs and newborn testing initiatives has been expanding, positively impacting early diagnosis and treatment.
1 Executive Summary |
2 Introduction |
2.1 Key Highlights of the Report |
2.2 Report Description |
2.3 Market Scope & Segmentation |
2.4 Research Methodology |
2.5 Assumptions |
3 Australia Spinal Muscular Atrophy Treatment Market Overview |
3.1 Australia Country Macro Economic Indicators |
3.2 Australia Spinal Muscular Atrophy Treatment Market Revenues & Volume, 2021 & 2031F |
3.3 Australia Spinal Muscular Atrophy Treatment Market - Industry Life Cycle |
3.4 Australia Spinal Muscular Atrophy Treatment Market - Porter's Five Forces |
3.5 Australia Spinal Muscular Atrophy Treatment Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Treatment Type, 2021 & 2031F |
3.6 Australia Spinal Muscular Atrophy Treatment Market Revenues & Volume Share, By TreatmentTreatment, 2021 & 2031F |
3.7 Australia Spinal Muscular Atrophy Treatment Market Revenues & Volume Share, By TreatmentDrug, 2021 & 2031F |
3.8 Australia Spinal Muscular Atrophy Treatment Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Route of Administration, 2021 & 2031F |
4 Australia Spinal Muscular Atrophy Treatment Market Dynamics |
4.1 Impact Analysis |
4.2 Market Drivers |
4.2.1 Increasing awareness about spinal muscular atrophy (SMA) and its treatment options |
4.2.2 Advancements in medical technology and research leading to innovative treatments |
4.2.3 Growing prevalence of SMA cases in Australia |
4.3 Market Restraints |
4.3.1 High treatment costs and limited insurance coverage |
4.3.2 Regulatory hurdles and delays in drug approvals |
4.3.3 Lack of healthcare infrastructure and specialized facilities for SMA treatment |
5 Australia Spinal Muscular Atrophy Treatment Market Trends |
6 Australia Spinal Muscular Atrophy Treatment Market, By Types |
6.1 Australia Spinal Muscular Atrophy Treatment Market, By Treatment Type |
6.1.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.1.2 Australia Spinal Muscular Atrophy Treatment Market Revenues & Volume, By Treatment Type, 2021- 2031F |
6.1.3 Australia Spinal Muscular Atrophy Treatment Market Revenues & Volume, By Type 1, 2021- 2031F |
6.1.4 Australia Spinal Muscular Atrophy Treatment Market Revenues & Volume, By Type 2, 2021- 2031F |
6.1.5 Australia Spinal Muscular Atrophy Treatment Market Revenues & Volume, By Type 3, 2021- 2031F |
6.1.6 Australia Spinal Muscular Atrophy Treatment Market Revenues & Volume, By Type 4, 2021- 2031F |
6.2 Australia Spinal Muscular Atrophy Treatment Market, By TreatmentTreatment |
6.2.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.2.2 Australia Spinal Muscular Atrophy Treatment Market Revenues & Volume, By Gene Therapy, 2021- 2031F |
6.2.3 Australia Spinal Muscular Atrophy Treatment Market Revenues & Volume, By Drug, 2021- 2031F |
6.3 Australia Spinal Muscular Atrophy Treatment Market, By TreatmentDrug |
6.3.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.3.2 Australia Spinal Muscular Atrophy Treatment Market Revenues & Volume, By Spinraza, 2021- 2031F |
6.3.3 Australia Spinal Muscular Atrophy Treatment Market Revenues & Volume, By Zolgensma (AVXS-101), 2021- 2031F |
6.3.4 Australia Spinal Muscular Atrophy Treatment Market Revenues & Volume, By Evrysdi, 2021- 2031F |
6.3.5 Australia Spinal Muscular Atrophy Treatment Market Revenues & Volume, By Others, 2021- 2031F |
6.4 Australia Spinal Muscular Atrophy Treatment Market, By Route of Administration |
6.4.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.4.2 Australia Spinal Muscular Atrophy Treatment Market Revenues & Volume, By Oral, 2021- 2031F |
6.4.3 Australia Spinal Muscular Atrophy Treatment Market Revenues & Volume, By Injection, 2021- 2031F |
7 Australia Spinal Muscular Atrophy Treatment Market Import-Export Trade Statistics |
7.1 Australia Spinal Muscular Atrophy Treatment Market Export to Major Countries |
7.2 Australia Spinal Muscular Atrophy Treatment Market Imports from Major Countries |
8 Australia Spinal Muscular Atrophy Treatment Market Key Performance Indicators |
8.1 Number of clinical trials and research studies focused on SMA treatments |
8.2 Adoption rate of new SMA treatments in Australia |
8.3 Patient satisfaction and quality of life improvements post-treatment |
9 Australia Spinal Muscular Atrophy Treatment Market - Opportunity Assessment |
9.1 Australia Spinal Muscular Atrophy Treatment Market Opportunity Assessment, By Treatment Type, 2021 & 2031F |
9.2 Australia Spinal Muscular Atrophy Treatment Market Opportunity Assessment, By TreatmentTreatment, 2021 & 2031F |
9.3 Australia Spinal Muscular Atrophy Treatment Market Opportunity Assessment, By TreatmentDrug, 2021 & 2031F |
9.4 Australia Spinal Muscular Atrophy Treatment Market Opportunity Assessment, By Route of Administration, 2021 & 2031F |
10 Australia Spinal Muscular Atrophy Treatment Market - Competitive Landscape |
10.1 Australia Spinal Muscular Atrophy Treatment Market Revenue Share, By Companies, 2024 |
10.2 Australia Spinal Muscular Atrophy Treatment Market Competitive Benchmarking, By Operating and Technical Parameters |
11 Company Profiles |
12 Recommendations |
13 Disclaimer |