Kinesio Holding Corporation

Kinesio Holding Corporation is the originator and market leader in elastic therapeutic taping, founded in 1979 by Dr. Kenzo Kase. The company develops, manufactures, and distributes Kinesio® Tex Tape—a premium elastic therapeutic tape designed to reduce pain and inflammation across diverse medical conditions. The tape features a proprietary elastic composition that microscopically lifts the skin and facilitates natural healing without restricting range of motion. Kinesio's business model centers on two pillars: physical tape products and comprehensive education. The company manufactures multiple tape product lines, including Kinesio Tex Classic, Kinesio Tex Gold FP, Kinesio Tex Gold Light Touch, and specialized variants (e.g., Limited Edition Purple Tape). All products undergo a rigorous 12-step quality control process and are made with premium materials. Beyond product sales, Kinesio University® delivers accredited continuing education through live seminars, on-demand online courses, and specialized certifications in the Kinesio Taping Method. Course offerings include Fundamentals, Medical Taping, and Animal Taping applications. The educational portfolio is evidence-based, drawing on over 40 years of research, and provides variable continuing education units (CEUs) by state and profession. The company serves physical therapists, occupational therapists, athletic trainers, veterinarians, and consumer/patient markets. Kinesio operates as a corporate group including Kinesio University, Kinesio Taping Association International (KTAI), and Kinesio Holding Corporation (KHC). Additional resources include a Kinesio Mobile App, published research database, and comprehensive Taping Application Database for clinical reference.