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Cala Health

FDA-approved wearable tremor therapy device

Overview

Cala Health develops a physician-prescribed wearable system, the Cala kIQ, to treat hand tremors caused by essential tremor and Parkinson’s disease. Its therapy uses Transcutaneous Afferent Patterned Stimulation (TAPS), a non-invasive skin-stimulation method delivered through a wearable during roughly 40-minute sessions, with tremor reduction observed after use. The device combines treatment with data-tracking, letting patients and doctors monitor progress over time. Unlike many tremor options that rely on drugs or invasive procedures, Cala Health provides a non-drug, FDA-approved, personalized therapy and data-driven care to help patients manage daily life while supporting clinical outcomes.

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About Cala Health

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Why Cala Health is rated
B-
Rated B on Competitive Edge
Rated B on Growth Potential
Rated C on Differentiation

Industries

Data & AnalyticsHealthcare

Company Size

51-200

Company Stage

Growth Equity (Venture Capital)

Total Funding

$298.3M

Headquarters

San Mateo, CA

Founded

2014

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What believers are saying

  • Trinity Capital committed $50 million on April 20, 2026, funding expansion.
  • Nationwide Cala kIQ Plus launch on October 6, 2026 expands addressable patients immediately.
  • November 11, 2026 VA distribution through Maclean Health opens federal veteran access.

What critics are saying

  • Commercial coverage remains limited; Cala still pursues Medicare Advantage and commercial plans in 2026.
  • Maclean Health concentrates VA distribution, creating channel dependence for veterans revenue.
  • A cheaper neurology drug, DBS, or competing neuromodulation device can compress adoption quickly.

What makes Cala Health unique

  • Cala kIQ Plus is the only FDA-cleared wearable with multiple waveform modes.
  • Cala TAPS therapy personalizes tremor treatment through adaptive calibration and patient-controlled sessions.
  • Cala’s prescription DME model fits neurologists, VA systems, and Medicare-covered patients.

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Total Funding

$298.3M

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Industry Average

Funded Over

7 Rounds

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Benefits

  • Hybrid Work Options

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6 month growth

3%

1 year growth

1%

2 year growth

5%
PR Newswire
Nov 11th, 2026
Cala and Maclean Health bring wearable hand tremor therapy to US veterans via VA

Cala, a bioelectronic medicine company, has made its Cala kIQ Plus System available to eligible US veterans through a partnership with Maclean Health, a service-disabled veteran-owned small business. Maclean will be the exclusive distributor to Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) medical centres, and the device is listed on the Federal Supply Schedule. The FDA cleared the wearable earlier this year to treat action hand tremor in essential tremor and Parkinson's disease. Cala says it is the first wearable for hand tremor with multiple stimulation waveform modes and adaptive calibration. Eligible veterans can get the device at no cost with a prescription from a VA healthcare provider. Cala says essential tremor affects an estimated 7 million Americans.

Longevity.Technology
Oct 7th, 2026
Cala launches nationwide kIQ Plus wearable for hand tremor.

Cala launches nationwide kIQ Plus wearable for hand tremor. San Mateo-based Cala has launched nationwide availability of the Cala kIQ Plus System, its next generation wearable neuromodulation device for action hand tremor in essential tremor and Parkinson's disease. The company claims the device was cleared by the FDA earlier this year and is the first and only wearable to offer multiple stimulation waveform modes along with adaptive calibration to personalize therapy. A study of the three waveform modes presented at the American Academy of Neurology annual meeting earlier this year found that patients using their preferred waveform achieved significantly greater improvement on the Bain and Findley Activities of Daily Living scale, and that 76% to 89% of participants had at least a 1 point reduction on the clinician rated TETRAS performance score. The device is available nationwide with a prescription, and the company says it is available at no cost to eligible Veterans Affairs beneficiaries and has Medicare coverage for those who meet local coverage criteria. Cala is showcasing the Cala kIQ Plus at the AAN Fall Conference in Las Vegas October 9 to 11 and continues to pursue broader coverage in Medicare Advantage and commercial plans.

Longevity.Technology
Sep 21st, 2026
Cala Health recognized among TIME's top healthtech companies of 2026.

Cala Health recognized among TIME's top healthtech companies of 2026. Cala Health has been named to TIME and Statista's World's Top HealthTech Companies 2026 list in the Medical Devices and Wearables category. The designation follows TIME and Statista research that recognizes 500 healthtech companies across six market segments and evaluates financial performance, reputation and online engagement. According to the company, its Cala TAPS therapy, delivered from a wrist-worn wearable, is the most researched wearable treatment for essential tremor. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration cleared the Cala kIQ Plus system earlier this year for action hand tremor in essential tremor and Parkinson's disease, and the company claims kIQ Plus introduces new therapy modes and adaptive calibration to personalize treatment. The Cala system is available through the Veterans Affairs health system at no cost to eligible beneficiaries and has Medicare coverage for those who meet local coverage criteria, and the company continues to seek expanded reimbursement.

Vertex Growth
May 14th, 2026
Cala Health wins 2026 MedTech Breakthrough award for Best New Neurology Technology Solution.

Cala Health wins 2026 MedTech Breakthrough award for Best New Neurology Technology Solution. Cala Health | 14 May 2026 SAN MATEO, Calif., May 8, 2026 /PRNewswire/ - Cala(R), the bioelectronic medicine leader, announced today the Cala kIQ(R) System has been named "Best New Neurology Technology Solution" as part of the 2026 MedTech Breakthrough Awards. The awards honor excellence and recognize innovation, hard work, and success in various health and medical technology categories. This year's program attracted more than 5,000 nominations from around the globe. Cala Health won the award in recognition of its groundbreaking neurology technology platform, which is transforming how patients struggling with essential tremor (ET) access and receive care. The company is part of an elite group of 2026 winners that includes Noom, Boston Scientific, Teladoc, Medtronic, DocGo, Zimmer Biomet, CVS Health, Lyra Health, Elsevier, Medidata, IQVIA, Thermo Fisher Scientific, PointClickCare, Canon Medical Systems, and Alcon/Novartis among others. "Being named the Best New Neurology Technology Solution by the MedTech Breakthrough Awards is a meaningful validation of the work our entire team has poured into making Cala TAPS(R) Therapy a reality for patients living with essential tremor," said Deanna Harshbarger, CEO of Cala Health. "For too long, people with ET have had limited options that fit into their daily lives. We set out to change that with a non-invasive, wearable therapy they can use at home. This recognition reflects not just our technology, but our commitment to expanding access. We're proud of how far we've come, and even more energized about what's ahead." The Cala kIQ system delivers TAPS Therapy through a noninvasive wrist-worn wearable neuromodulation device, which is physician-prescribed and aids in the temporary relief of hand tremors in adults with ET. The disease affects over 7 million Americans, causing uncontrollable hand and arm shaking that disrupts daily activities, and pre-existing treatment options are often insufficient or require invasive surgical options. The Cala kIQ System bridges this treatment gap and eases symptoms in the treated hand following stimulation. For more on how Cala Health is transforming neurology care, visit www.calahealth.com. About Cala*(R) Cala Health(R)* is a bioelectronic medicine company transforming the standard of care for chronic disease. The company's wearable neuromodulation therapies merge innovations in neuroscience and technology to deliver individualized peripheral nerve stimulation, and its direct-to-home digital durable medical equipment (DME) platform is reshaping the delivery of prescription therapies. The Cala kIQ(R) System is the only FDA-cleared wearable device that delivers effective therapy for action hand tremor in people with essential tremor and Parkinson's disease. The Cala kIQ device is indicated to aid in the temporary relief of hand tremors in the treated hand following stimulation in adults with essential tremor. The Cala kIQ device is indicated to aid in the temporary relief of postural and kinetic hand tremor symptoms that impact some activities of daily living in the treated hand following stimulation in adults with Parkinson's disease. The Cala kIQ device delivers TAPS(TM) therapy, which provides transcutaneous afferent patterned stimulation. Caution: Federal law restricts this device to sale by or on the order of a physician. Prior to use, refer to the product labeling for complete product instructions for use, contraindications, warnings, and precautions at https://calahealth.com. SOURCE Cala Health

International Essential Tremor Foundation
May 11th, 2026
Cala health wins 2026 MedTech Breakthrough award for best New Neurology Technology Solution.

Cala health wins 2026 MedTech Breakthrough award for best New Neurology Technology Solution. SAN MATEO, Calif., May 8, 2026 /PRNewswire/ - Cala(R), the bioelectronic medicine leader, announced today the Cala kIQ(R) System has been named "Best New Neurology Technology Solution" as part of the 2026 MedTech Breakthrough Awards. The awards honor excellence and recognize innovation, hard work, and success in various health and medical technology categories.

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