AKRON, Ohio (June 16, 2014)—Performance Health announced the acquisition of Maryland-based TheraPearl, creator of hot and cold therapy products using its proprietary pearl technology. “TheraPearl brings proven strength and additional scale to our emerging retail business,” stated Marshall Dahneke, president and CEO, Performance Health. “The alignment for us is both natural and exciting as Performance Health is well-positioned to introduce and promote TheraPearl’s unique portfolio more broadly while TheraPearl’s emphasis on resolving pain and promoting wellness is entirely aligned with our other key brands. Combining their strengths and momentum with the rest of our business will lead to better and more comprehensive solutions for all of the customers we serve.” “TheraPearl is excited to join Performance Health and its portfolio of brands that share the common goal of offering innovative wellness products,” said Daniel Baumwald, president, TheraPearl. “In just six years, TheraPearl has experienced substantial growth by developing a successful product pipeline that appeals to both retailers and consumers. As part of Performance Health, we hope to continue that growth by gaining greater access to channels that reach the healthcare practitioner community.”