Is PoNS FDA approved or cleared?
Yes. PoNS by Helius Medical (now marketed by Bioness) is named in the FDA register with a 510(k) clearance, first authorised in 2021, latest decision in 2026.
In the EU: no CE listing found in EUDAMED. Not every CE-marked device is registered there yet.
At a glance
| Product | PoNS |
|---|---|
| Maker | Helius Medical (now marketed by Bioness) |
| Care area | Brain & nerves |
| What it does | Portable tongue neurostimulation device used with physical therapy for gait and balance |
| FDA | 510(k), latest decision 2026 |
| Verification level | Exact product named in the FDA record (checked 18 October 2026) |
| EU (CE) | No CE listing found |
| Website | bionessmedical.com/pons |
| Status | FDA verified |
| Last checked | 7 October 2026 |
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