The San Mateo, California-based company develops the Cala Trio device for transcutaneous afferent patterned stimulation (TAPS) therapy. Cala designed the Trio device for treating tremor. Its kIQ system delivers therapy for action hand termor relief in those with essential tremor and Parkinson’s disease.
Cala kIQ also delivers TAPS therapy, validated by large clinical studies and real-world evidence. It enables on-demand, comfortable, at-home therapy for ease of use and management of action hand tremors. This type of tremor occurs when a patient undergoes intentional movement or posture, Cala said.
“At Cala, we’ve always been committed to expanding patient access and accelerating innovation in TAPS therapy for indications beyond essential tremor,” said Renee Ryan, CEO at Cala. “By expanding into Parkinson’s disease, we are now able to bring this powerful treatment to additional patients who suffer from action hand tremors.”
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According to the company, treatment for these conditions historically came through medications or even surgery. Cala kIQ offers a non-invasive, non-pharmacologic solution with minimal side effects.
The system measures each patient’s unique tremor physiology and individualizes a stimulation pattern for tremor relief. Cala said it designed the system for ease of use for patients, plus easy management for clinicians. On-demand therapy comes through a wrist-worn wearable. The system also offers online data insights through the MyCala.com patient portal. This enables patients to see therapy session results over time and choose to share with providers to adjust treatment plans.
“Current research shows that tremors can severely impact patients’ mental health and activities of daily living,1 which are essential tasks such as holding a cup, unlocking a door, or dialing a phone,” said Dr. Pravin Khemani. “There’s a real need for patient populations who suffer from action hand tremors to have an effective, safe option when it comes to managing their symptoms – which is exactly where TAPS therapy can come in and make a significant difference.”
