Intraoperative Neuromonitoring Market Trends

Drivers 

Increasing Surgical Procedures Requiring Neuromonitoring 

• Global growth in complex surgical procedures, especially those involving musculoskeletal systems, is a major driver of the market. The need to reduce and improve the recovery outcomes has increased the demand for IONM services. Also, improved health care in countries in developing economies has led to an increase in the number of surgeries, increasing demand for IONM due to more prevalent lifestyle problems and an aging population.  
   

Technological Advances in IONM Equipment and Technology 

• Rapid technological advances have made the IONM machine extra accurate, reliable and easily integrated into the operating room. Innovations consisting of wireless tracking and real-time data analysis. The increased sensitivity of the monitoring structures has progressed the protection and accuracy of surgical strategies is compatible with devices, making it easier for healthcare professionals to conform in operations. 

Restraints 

High Cost of IONM Equipment and Services 

• The main barrier to the adoption of IONM is the high cost associated with the technology and expertise required to implement it. High initial cost of acquiring state-of-the-art IONM systems, maintenance and ongoing operating costs. IONM services provided by trained professionals are expensive, as they often require highly skilled applicants who seek competitive compensation.    

Lack of Trained IONM Personnel 

• Effective surgical neurologic examination requires skilled personnel who can accurately interpret neurologic signals in real time and respond to abrupt changes during surgery around. However, IONM specialists have trained and certified neurologists, surgeons, and physicians. This shortage is particularly prevalent in developing countries and rural areas, where access to highly skilled healthcare professionals is already limited. Without sufficiently qualified staff, healthcare providers are reluctant to provide IONM services.