Healthtech Startup CURAPOD Raises Rs 20 Cr Led by V3 Ventures

Litemed-backed CURAPOD, a Made-in-India, non-invasive and personalised pain management device, has raised Rs 20 crore in its Pre-Series A funding round led by V3 Ventures.

The round also saw participation from 3i Partners, and Ideaspring Capital.

The startup will use the new funding to speed up product development and improve its app. It will also invest in branding and marketing, and expand direct-to-consumer sales by launching on new marketplaces. CURAPOD plans to build stronger partnerships with gyms, physiotherapy centres, and sports medicine networks, while increasing its manufacturing capacity and sales operations.

Part of the funding will also be used for international expansion, with plans to enter European markets. This will include meeting regulatory requirements, strengthening clinical validation, and building local market presence.

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Arjun Vaidya, Co-founder and Managing Partner, V3 Ventures, said, “Pain is a chronic problem across age groups and demographics that people don’t do much about. CURAPOD is building a differentiated solution in this massive category. What we liked best is that it’s world-class, evidence-based technology from india. The ability to deliver measurable pain relief with strong clinical validation positions the company well for scale in India and even across international markets. I see this as the Whoop/Ultrahuman for pain and that’s what excites me.”

Subodh Toprani, Partner at 3I Partners, said, “CURAPOD’s wearable device brings clinically proven photobiomodulation therapy to customers in a simple, accessible format. Its strong evidence base, regulatory readiness and measurable results set it apart and the recent funding provides the resources to expand clinical reach and deepen adoption.”

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Surya Maguluri, Founder & Chief Technology Officer, CURAPOD, backed by Litemed India Private Limited, said, “CURAPOD was developed to bridge the gap between conventional pain management and modern, non-invasive care. This funding supports the next phase of growth by enabling deeper clinical engagement, continued innovation, and broader access to personalised pain management solutions.”

Sri Velliyur, Co-founder & CEO, CURAPOD, backed by Litemed India Private Limited, said, “This funding marks a significant milestone in CURAPOD’s journey. Building on the strong momentum of the last 12 months, we are now focused on scaling pan-India and establishing CURAPOD as the go-to solution for everyday pain management. The capital will power expansion across manufacturing, supply chain, branding and marketing, key talent acquisition, and accelerated growth through D2C and marketplace channels.”

Naganand Doraswamy, Managing Partner, Ideaspring Capital, said, “CURAPOD is redefining how musculoskeletal pain is treated by bringing clinically proven photobiomodulation therapy into a wearable, user-friendly device. Ideaspring has been a proud backer of Litemed from its inception, and we believe the journey has just started as the company builds a wide portfolio of light-therapy–based pain relief devices for the future.”

About CURAPOD 

Founded in 2022 by Sri Velliyur and Surya Maguluri, CURAPOD makes wearable, non-invasive devices for managing pain related to muscles and joints.

Its device uses photobiomodulation therapy and is designed to help with back pain, neck pain, knee pain, joint problems, muscle stiffness, and sports injuries.

The device is FDA-registered and can support treatment for more than 30 musculoskeletal conditions, offering a drug-free pain relief option. The company follows a clinician-led adoption approach and is expanding its presence across India.

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