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BrainsWay (BWAY) Strengthens South Korean Foothold With Deep TMS

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BrainsWay Ltd. (BWAY - Free Report) has announced the expanded availability of its Deep Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (Deep TMS) technology in South Korea. This latest development is expected to address the growing demand for advanced noninvasive neurostimulation treatments.

The company is encouraged by the sales growth momentum over the past few quarters. According to BrainsWay, the latest extended availability of this device is projected to elevate its installed base in the country to more than 20 Deep TMS systems, marking a significant milestone in the company's global expansion.

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According to BrainsWay, the expanded access to Deep TMS aligns with its goal to address mental health globally. Deep TMS, delivered through a patented coil design within a patient-friendly helmet, targets affected brain structures with a magnetic field, stimulating crucial neural networks.

The technology's success in positively impacting mental health patients in South Korea underscores its effectiveness in addressing major depressive disorders, the primary indication for which it is currently cleared in the country.

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In this regard, we note that BrainsWay's commitment to superior science is evidenced by its three FDA-cleared indications, including major depressive disorders, obsessive-compulsive disorders and smoking addiction.

Global Expansion in Noninvasive Neurostimulation

BrainsWay plays a prominent role in advanced noninvasive neurostimulation treatments globally. With offices in Burlington, MA, and Jerusalem, Israel, the company is dedicated to increasing global awareness and access to Deep TMS. As the technology continues to make strides in South Korea, BrainsWay solidifies its role as a transformative force in mental health, poised for continued progress and impact on a global scale.

Market Prospects

According to a Strategic Market Research report, the global neurostimulation device market is expected to witness a CAGR of 12.8%, reaching $5.41 billion in 2022 and is projected to soar to $50.7 billion by 2030.

The market is fueled by the rising awareness of mental diseases, a surge in neurological disorders and a growing aging population globally. Non-invasive treatments, the acknowledgment of neurostimulation therapies and the prevalence of chronic pain in the elderly contribute to the increasing demand for neurostimulation devices.

Share Price Performance

Shares of BWAY surged 206.2% in the past year against the industry’s 5.8% decline.

Zacks Rank and Other Key Picks

BrainsWay currently carries a Zacks Rank #2 (Buy).

Some other top-ranked stocks in the broader medical space are Haemonetics (HAE - Free Report) , Insulet (PODD - Free Report) and DexCom (DXCM - Free Report) . Haemonetics and DexCom each presently carry a Zacks Rank #2, and Insulet sports a Zacks Rank #1 (Strong Buy). You can see the complete list of today’s Zacks #1 Rank stocks here.

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