From acquisitions and brand expansions to category breakthroughs, this is where we share the progress of the Bridges platform. Each update reflects our focus on scaling what works, strengthening our portfolio, and building businesses with lasting value.
KT is moving beyond kinesiology tape with KT Pain Relief, its first-ever line of wearable pain relief patches and topical creams — pairing the brand’s elastic fabric technology with instant cooling menthol and maximum-strength lidocaine relief.
ThermaCare is entering the topical pain relief category with its new Heat + Max Strength Lidocaine line — a dual-action formula pairing the brand’s patented Heatwave Technology with maximum-strength 4% lidocaine, available in gel, roll-on, and spray formats.
AMERICAN FORK, Utah — As Team USA athletes prepare to compete on the world’s biggest winter stage, the physical toll of elite winter sport competition is unmistakable. From downhill courses that subject athletes to muscle-jarring vibration, ligament-pounding torque, and high-impact landings to the precise, repetitive movements demanded in skating and ice hockey, winter sports place […]
Philadelphia, PA — Bridges Consumer Healthcare is proud to announce that it received a Gold Award in the Best Digital Campaign (Budget < $5M) category at the 10th Annual Health In Hand Foundation Gala, held in Philadelphia by the Consumer Healthcare Products Association’s (CHPA) Health In Hand Foundation. The recognition was awarded for Bridges Consumer […]
AMERICAN FORK, Utah — KT®, the leader in kinesiology tape and sports recovery products, is proud to offer its new e-learning platform, the KT Continuing Education (CE) Course Series. This expansion highlights KT’s commitment to providing industry-leading products and educating medical professionals on the innovative uses of kinesiology tape in various situations and pain points. […]
Chattanooga, TN — Bridges Consumer Healthcare LLC (“Bridges”), a consumer healthcare platform made up of nine over-the-counter (“OTC”) and personal care brands, today announced the acquisition of KT® Tape (“KT”), the leading kinesiology tape brand designed to provide drug-free pain relief and support for muscles, tendons and ligaments.
Chattanooga, TN — Bridges Consumer Healthcare (“Bridges” or the “Company”), a consumer healthcare company focused on over-the-counter (“OTC”) and personal care products, today announced the appointment of John Speranza as CEO. Mr. Speranza succeeds Robert Long, who has led the company since its formation in 2020. With deep industry experience in scaling and marketing consumer […]
Chattanooga, TN — Bridges Consumer Healthcare LLC (“Bridges”) has announced the acquisition of Clarion Brands, LLC, (“Clarion” or the “Company”) from Swander Pace Capital, adding to its platform of North American over-the-counter (“OTC”) consumer healthcare brands.
BOSTON, MA – Funds affiliated with Charlesbank Capital Partners have announced the formation of Bridges Consumer Healthcare (“Bridges”) in partnership with industry executives Robert Long and Blair Ramey. Bridges will focus on acquiring companies and assets as part of a strategy to build a market-leading consumer healthcare platform.
