세계의 신경 다양성 통증 시장 예측(-2032년) : 통증 유형, 치료 접근, 딜리버리 모드, 최종사용자, 지역별 세계 분석

According to Stratistics MRC, the Global Neurodiverse Pain Market is accounted for $8.7 billion in 2025 and is expected to reach $16.7 billion by 2032 growing at a CAGR of 9.7% during the forecast period. Neurodiverse pain refers to the unique ways individuals with neurodivergent conditions-such as autism, ADHD, or sensory processing differences-experience, perceive, and communicate physical or emotional pain. Unlike typical pain responses, neurodiverse individuals may have heightened sensitivity, reduced sensitivity, or atypical reactions, making recognition and assessment challenging. This concept emphasizes that standard pain indicators may not apply, requiring personalized approaches for diagnosis, management, and care. Understanding neurodiverse pain promotes empathy, tailored treatment, and inclusive healthcare practices, ensuring that these individuals' experiences are accurately acknowledged and effectively addressed.

Market Dynamics:

Driver:

Rising awareness of neurodivergent health needs

Rising awareness of neurodivergent health needs is accelerating demand for personalized pain management in autism spectrum disorder, ADHD, and fibromyalgia. Providers are integrating neurobehavioral assessments with pain diagnostics to improve care outcomes. Research into central sensitization and atypical pain pathways is expanding therapeutic relevance. Advocacy and patient-led initiatives are fostering visibility and funding. These shifts are redefining how chronic pain is understood and addressed in neurodiverse individuals.

Restraint:

Diagnostic ambiguity and underreporting

Diagnostic ambiguity and underreporting are degrading clinical data quality and delaying intervention. Overlap with psychiatric and developmental symptoms is constraining differential diagnosis. Limited training among providers and fragmented coding systems are impeding reimbursement and research. Underrepresentation in clinical trials is slowing innovation in targeted therapies. These gaps are weakening the evidence base for neurodiverse pain management.

Opportunity:

Digital biomarkers and wearables

Digital biomarkers and wearables are accelerating real-time monitoring of pain episodes, triggers, and neurological responses. Integration with mobile apps, EEG headbands, and haptic feedback tools is improving self-reporting and clinical validation. AI-driven pattern recognition is enhancing early detection and treatment customization. Partnerships between medtech firms and neurodiversity advocacy groups are expanding access and usability. These innovations are reshaping how pain is quantified and managed in neurodivergent populations.

Threat:

Competition from alternative therapies

Competition from alternative therapies is degrading demand for injectable and prescription-based interventions. Modalities such as neurofeedback, acupuncture, and sensory integration are being preferred for their perceived safety and personalization. Lack of comparative efficacy data is complicating clinical decision-making. Regulatory ambiguity around integrative approaches is slowing reimbursement and institutional adoption. These dynamics are fragmenting the therapeutic landscape.

Covid-19 Impact:

The Covid-19 pandemic accelerated demand for immunity-supporting and low-sugar products, boosting interest in plant-based sweeteners. Lockdowns and health concerns shifted consumption toward functional beverages and home-prepared meals. Supply chain disruptions temporarily degraded availability and sourcing of key botanical inputs. Post-pandemic recovery is fostering investment in localized production and clean-label innovation. Digital retail and wellness platforms are expanding consumer access and education. The crisis elevated natural sweeteners from niche to mainstream relevance.

The neuropathic pain segment is expected to be the largest during the forecast period

The neuropathic pain segment is expected to account for the largest market share during the forecast period due to its prevalence across neurodivergent conditions and responsiveness to targeted therapies. Conditions such as diabetic neuropathy, postherpetic neuralgia, and central sensitization syndromes are driving clinical demand. Integration with EEG diagnostics and sensory profiling is improving treatment precision. Pharmaceutical advancements in sodium-channel blockers and nerve-growth-factor antagonists are expanding therapeutic options. Providers are prioritizing mechanism-based approaches to reduce trial-and-error prescribing. This segment anchors the clinical foundation of neurodiverse pain management.

The injectable segment is expected to have the highest CAGR during the forecast period

Over the forecast period, the injectable segment is predicted to witness the highest growth rate as demand for rapid and localized pain relief intensifies. Use of biologics, nerve blocks, and long-acting formulations is expanding across outpatient and specialty care settings. Integration with guided imaging and wearable monitoring is improving administration accuracy. Regulatory approvals for novel delivery systems and targeted molecules are accelerating market entry. Providers are adopting injectables for refractory cases and multimodal regimens.

Region with largest share:

During the forecast period, the North America region is expected to hold the largest market share due to strong clinical infrastructure, high diagnostic awareness, and active patient advocacy. United States and Canada are scaling neurodiverse pain management across hospitals, research centers, and home care platforms. Investment in digital therapeutics and personalized medicine is enhancing service delivery. Presence of leading pharmaceutical and medtech firms is driving innovation and access. Regulatory clarity and insurance coverage for chronic pain are reinforcing market dominance. The region remains the benchmark for neurodiverse healthcare integration.

Region with highest CAGR:

Over the forecast period, the Asia Pacific region is anticipated to exhibit the highest CAGR as healthcare systems expand and neurodiversity awareness rises. China, India, Japan, and Southeast Asia are scaling pain diagnostics and therapies through public health initiatives and private investment. Increased healthcare investments in emerging economies are accelerating access to wearable EEGs, injectables, and digital platforms. Local innovation in mobile diagnostics and culturally adapted care models is improving affordability and reach. Demand for inclusive and scalable pain management is driving rapid deployment.

Key players in the market

Some of the key players in Neurodiverse Pain Market include Pfizer Inc., Grunenthal GmbH, Teva Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd., Eli Lilly and Company, Johnson & Johnson, Novartis AG, GlaxoSmithKline plc (GSK), Sanofi S.A., AbbVie Inc., Astellas Pharma Inc., Biogen Inc., Vertex Pharmaceuticals Inc., Mallinckrodt Pharmaceuticals, Daiichi Sankyo Company, Limited and Ipsen S.A.

Key Developments:

In February 2025, Grunenthal entered a strategic licensing agreement with Apotex Inc., granting exclusive Canadian rights to Qutenza(R), a non-opioid topical patch for neuropathic pain. This partnership expands Grunenthal's reach in neurodiverse pain management and supports non-systemic treatment adoption in North America.

In August 2024, fizer launched PfizerForAll(TM), a digital platform aimed at simplifying access to healthcare. This initiative reflects Pfizer's efforts to enhance patient access to treatments, including those for pain management.

Pain Types Covered:

• Neuropathic Pain
• Central Sensitization
• Somatic Pain
• Psychogenic Pain
• Other Pain Types

Therapeutic Approachs Covered:

• Pharmacological
• Non-Pharmacological
• Device-Based

Delivery Modes Covered:

• Oral
• Topical
• Injectable
• Implantable

End Users Covered:

• Hospitals & Pain Clinics
• Neurodevelopmental Centers
• Homecare Settings
• Research Institutes
• Other End Users

Regions Covered:

• North America
  • US
  • Canada
  • Mexico
• Europe
  • Germany
  • UK
  • Italy
  • France
  • Spain
  • Rest of Europe
• Asia Pacific
  • Japan
  • China
  • India
  • Australia
  • New Zealand
  • South Korea
  • Rest of Asia Pacific
• South America
  • Argentina
  • Brazil
  • Chile
  • Rest of South America
• Middle East & Africa
  • Saudi Arabia
  • UAE
  • Qatar
  • South Africa
  • Rest of Middle East & Africa

What our report offers:

• Market share assessments for the regional and country-level segments
• Strategic recommendations for the new entrants
• Covers Market data for the years 2024, 2025, 2026, 2028, and 2032
• Market Trends (Drivers, Constraints, Opportunities, Threats, Challenges, Investment Opportunities, and recommendations)
• Strategic recommendations in key business segments based on the market estimations
• Competitive landscaping mapping the key common trends
• Company profiling with detailed strategies, financials, and recent developments
• Supply chain trends mapping the latest technological advancements

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Table of Contents

1 Executive Summary

2 Preface

• 2.1 Abstract
• 2.2 Stake Holders
• 2.3 Research Scope
• 2.4 Research Methodology
  • 2.4.1 Data Mining
  • 2.4.2 Data Analysis
  • 2.4.3 Data Validation
  • 2.4.4 Research Approach
• 2.5 Research Sources
  • 2.5.1 Primary Research Sources
  • 2.5.2 Secondary Research Sources
  • 2.5.3 Assumptions

3 Market Trend Analysis

• 3.1 Introduction
• 3.2 Drivers
• 3.3 Restraints
• 3.4 Opportunities
• 3.5 Threats
• 3.6 End User Analysis
• 3.7 Emerging Markets
• 3.8 Impact of Covid-19

4 Porters Five Force Analysis

• 4.1 Bargaining power of suppliers
• 4.2 Bargaining power of buyers
• 4.3 Threat of substitutes
• 4.4 Threat of new entrants
• 4.5 Competitive rivalry

5 Global Neurodiverse Pain Market, By Pain Type

• 5.1 Introduction
• 5.2 Neuropathic Pain
• 5.3 Central Sensitization
• 5.4 Somatic Pain
• 5.5 Psychogenic Pain
• 5.6 Other Pain Types

6 Global Neurodiverse Pain Market, By Therapeutic Approach

• 6.1 Introduction
• 6.2 Pharmacological
  • 6.2.1 Anticonvulsants
  • 6.2.2 Tricyclic Antidepressants
  • 6.2.3 Topical Agents
• 6.3 Non-Pharmacological
  • 6.3.1 Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
  • 6.3.2 Neurofeedback
  • 6.3.3 Mindfulness & Biofeedback
• 6.4 Device-Based
  • 6.4.1 TENS
  • 6.4.2 Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS)
  • 6.4.3 Wearable Pain Modulators

7 Global Neurodiverse Pain Market, By Delivery Mode

• 7.1 Introduction
• 7.2 Oral
• 7.3 Topical
• 7.4 Injectable
• 7.5 Implantable

8 Global Neurodiverse Pain Market, By End User

• 8.1 Introduction
• 8.2 Hospitals & Pain Clinics
• 8.3 Neurodevelopmental Centers
• 8.4 Homecare Settings
• 8.5 Research Institutes
• 8.6 Other End Users

9 Global Neurodiverse Pain Market, By Geography

• 9.1 Introduction
• 9.2 North America
  • 9.2.1 US
  • 9.2.2 Canada
  • 9.2.3 Mexico
• 9.3 Europe
  • 9.3.1 Germany
  • 9.3.2 UK
  • 9.3.3 Italy
  • 9.3.4 France
  • 9.3.5 Spain
  • 9.3.6 Rest of Europe
• 9.4 Asia Pacific
  • 9.4.1 Japan
  • 9.4.2 China
  • 9.4.3 India
  • 9.4.4 Australia
  • 9.4.5 New Zealand
  • 9.4.6 South Korea
  • 9.4.7 Rest of Asia Pacific
• 9.5 South America
  • 9.5.1 Argentina
  • 9.5.2 Brazil
  • 9.5.3 Chile
  • 9.5.4 Rest of South America
• 9.6 Middle East & Africa
  • 9.6.1 Saudi Arabia
  • 9.6.2 UAE
  • 9.6.3 Qatar
  • 9.6.4 South Africa
  • 9.6.5 Rest of Middle East & Africa

10 Key Developments

• 10.1 Agreements, Partnerships, Collaborations and Joint Ventures
• 10.2 Acquisitions & Mergers
• 10.3 New Product Launch
• 10.4 Expansions
• 10.5 Other Key Strategies

11 Company Profiling

• 11.1 Pfizer Inc.
• 11.2 Grunenthal GmbH
• 11.3 Teva Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd.
• 11.4 Eli Lilly and Company
• 11.5 Johnson & Johnson
• 11.6 Novartis AG
• 11.7 GlaxoSmithKline plc (GSK)
• 11.8 Sanofi S.A.
• 11.9 AbbVie Inc.
• 11.10 Astellas Pharma Inc.
• 11.11 Biogen Inc.
• 11.12 Vertex Pharmaceuticals Inc.
• 11.13 Mallinckrodt Pharmaceuticals
• 11.14 Daiichi Sankyo Company, Limited
• 11.15 Ipsen S.A.