Calithera Biosciences, Inc. announced the commercial launch of its next generation system: the Cala kIQ System, the first and only FDA-cleared wearable device that delivers effective therapy for action hand tremor relief in people with essential tremor and Parkinson's disease. The Cala kIQ System delivers Cala TAPS (Transcutaneous Afferent Patterned Stimulation) therapy, which is validated by large clinical studies and real-world evidence demonstrating clinically meaningful tremor reduction and improvement in activities of daily living (ADLs). The Cala kIQ System empowers patients and physicians by providing an on-demand, comfortable, at-home therapy for ease of use and management of action hand tremors.

This type of tremor occurs when the patient undergoes intentional movement or posture. Millions of people across the US live with essential tremor or Parkinson's disease, and diagnoses continue to rise. Treatment options for these conditions have historically been medications or, in more severe cases – surgery.

The Cala kIQ System with TAPS therapy offers a non-invasive, non-pharmacologic solution with minimal side effects. The Cala kIQ System measures each patient's unique tremor physiology and individualizes a stimulation pattern for tremor relief. The system is designed to be easy to use for patients and easy to manage for clinicians.

Therapy is on-demand for patients and delivered via a wrist-worn wearable. Designed with patients in mind for comfort and usability, the system also offers online data insights through the MyCala.com patient portal. Patients can see their therapy session results over time and choose to share with their providers to adjust treatment plans.

Cala is committed to providing patients expanded access to Cala TAPS therapy. Cala is a contracted provider with major national and regional health plans for essential tremor including both commercial and Medical Advantage members. The Cala kIQ System is covered by the Veterans Affairs (VA) Health System at no cost to VA beneficiaries.

Cala is working to secure additional coverage and reimbursement for the new breakthrough designated Parkinson's disease indication for the Cala kIQ System.