Research Methodology – Digital Therapeutics (DTx) Market
At Straits Research, we adopt a rigorous 360° research approach that integrates both primary and secondary research methodologies. This ensures accuracy, reliability, and actionable insights for stakeholders. Our methodology for the Digital Therapeutics (DTx) Market comprises the following key stages:
Market Indicator & Macro-Factor Analysis
Our baseline thesis for the Digital Therapeutics (DTx) Market is developed by integrating key market indicators and macroeconomic variables. These include:
Factors considered while calculating market size and share
- Number of existing digital therapeutics solutions and their market penetration rates.
- Patient adoption rates and digital health literacy level.
- Size and growth trends of related fields such as telemedicine, and e-health.
- Investments in digital healthcare and partnerships between technology and healthcare companies.
- Regulatory policies and reimbursements for digital therapeutics interventions.
- Geographical market distribution: Developed versus developing markets.
Key Market Indicators
- The number of hospitals, clinics and patients using Digital Therapeutics (DTx) solutions.
- Return on Investment (ROI) for healthcare providers using these technologies.
- The level of technology integration in healthcare delivery.
- Growth of the mobile health (mHealth) app market.
- Trends in the healthcare IT and digital health funding.
- Number and success rates of collaborations and mergers between tech and healthcare companies.
Growth Trends
- Increase in smartphone use and internet penetration worldwide, leading to higher accessibility and adoption of digital therapeutics.
- Shift towards personalized medicine and preventative healthcare.
- Emergence of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Machine Learning (ML) in healthcare.
- Innovations in remote patient monitoring technologies.
- Increase in telemedicine due to COVID-19 pandemic.
- Growth in the aging population, leading to increased demand for digital therapeutics solutions.
Secondary Research
Our secondary research forms the foundation of market understanding and scope definition. We collect and analyze information from multiple reliable sources to map the overall ecosystem of the Digital Therapeutics (DTx) Market. Key inputs include:
Company-Level Information
- Annual reports, investor presentations, SEC filings
- Company press releases and product launch announcements
- Public executive interviews and earnings calls
- Strategy briefings and M&A updates
Industry and Government Sources
- Country-level industry associations and trade bodies
- Government dossiers, policy frameworks, and official releases
- Whitepapers, working papers, and public R&D initiatives
- Relevant Associations for the Digital Therapeutics (DTx) Market
Market Intelligence Sources
- Broker reports and financial analyst coverage
- Paid databases (Hoovers, Factiva, Refinitiv, Reuters, Statista, etc.)
- Import/export trade data and tariff databases
- Sector-specific journals, magazines, and news portals
Macro & Consumer Insights
- Global macroeconomic indicators and their cascading effect on the industry
- Demand–supply outlook and value chain analysis
- Consumer behaviour, adoption rates, and commercialization trends
Primary Research
To validate and enrich our secondary findings, we conduct extensive primary research with industry stakeholders across the value chain. This ensures we capture both qualitative insights and quantitative validation. Our primary research includes:
Expert Insights & KOL Engagements
- Key Opinion Leader (KOL) Engagements
- Structured interviews with executives, product managers, and domain experts
- Paid and barter-based interviews across manufacturers, distributors, and end-users
Focused Discussions & Panels
- Discussions with stakeholders to validate demand-supply gaps
- Group discussions on emerging technologies, regulatory shifts, and adoption barriers
Data Validation & Business POV
- Cross-verification of market sizing and forecasts with industry insiders
- Capturing business perspectives on growth opportunities and restraints
Data Triangulation & Forecasting
The final step of our research involves data triangulation ensuring accuracy through cross-verification of:
- Demand-side analysis (consumption patterns, adoption trends, customer spending)
- Supply-side analysis (production, capacity, distribution, and market availability)
- Macroeconomic & microeconomic impact factors
Forecasting is carried out using proprietary models that combine:
- Time-series analysis
- Regression and correlation studies
- Baseline modeling
- Expert validation at each stage
Outcome
The outcome is a comprehensive and validated market model that captures:
- Market sizing (historical, current, forecast)
- Growth drivers and restraints
- Opportunity mapping and investment hotspots
- Competitive positioning and strategic insights