Kinas Medical Technologies

What Kinas Medical Technologies does

Kinas Medical Technologies is a family-owned, Marietta, Georgia-based distributor of STORZ MEDICAL shockwave therapy equipment, serving more than 1,000 practitioners across 48 US states. Founded in 2000 by Gerhard Kinas (a former STORZ MEDICAL AG employee who supported the German National athletes' medical team at the 1996 Olympic Games), the company was rebranded to Kinas Medical Technologies in January 2021 after the merger of FOCUS-IT and Advanced Musculoskeletal Therapies (AMT). It is the #1 US distributor of STORZ MEDICAL devices and the exclusive channel for that manufacturer's focused shockwave (DUOLITH ULTRA), radial pressure wave (MASTERPULS, D-ACTOR, Miracle Wave HP50), and extracorporeal magnetotransduction therapy (MAGNETOLITH) systems, plus veterinary-specific variants and the CanidGait Zebris instrumented treadmill for canine gait analysis.

The company sells into two primary verticals: human health (medical doctors, chiropractors, physical therapists, athletic trainers, aestheticians, sports medicine practitioners) and animal health (veterinarians, equine specialists, and animal rehabilitation professionals). Kinas augments device sales with flexible acquisition pathways (outright purchase, leasing, payment plans, rent-to-own, pre-owned units, trade-ins, and 30-day trials), a full accessories catalog (transmitter tips, cases, trolleys, revision kits, and educational materials), and a service operation that maintains equipment regardless of original point of purchase.

Its go-to-market is B2B enterprise field sales: free on-site demonstrations in the continental US, virtual demos elsewhere, comprehensive training with every sale, and ongoing technical and clinical support. The firm is private with no external funding rounds or institutional investors; ownership is concentrated in the founding Kinas family, with key operating roles held by family members including Product & Technology Manager Gustav Kinas. Recent product launches (MAGNETOLITH ultra+ in 2025 and the MASTERPULS R-SW100 in March 2026) indicate continued refresh of the core portfolio, while a small leadership team of about eight people keeps the operation lean.

Name

Kinas Medical Technologies

Legal name

Kinas Medical Technologies

Website

https://kinasmedical.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2000

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

Kinas Medical Technologies is a family-owned US distributor, based in Marietta, Georgia, that sells and services STORZ MEDICAL shockwave therapy equipment to more than 1,000 healthcare and veterinary practitioners across 48 states. It offers focused shockwave, radial pressure wave, and EMTT systems plus financing, training, and accessories.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Headquarters

HQ city

Marietta

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Supply Chain, Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Shockwave Therapy Equipment Sales: Sale of STORZ MEDICAL shockwave therapy devices including focused shockwave units, radial pressure wave systems, and EMTT equipment. Includes new units, pre-owned units at discounts, and trade-in options.
2. Equipment Leasing and Financing: Flexible financing options including leasing arrangements and payment plans. Some companies offer deferred monthly payment plans requiring no money upfront per approved credit. Also includes rent-to-own shockwave therapy machines.
3. Accessories and Parts: Sale of accessories including transmitter tips (standard, spine-actor, fascia/peri-actor sets), carrying cases, trolleys, revision kits, and educational books (Level 10 shockwave therapy literature).
4. Service and Support: After-sale client care including technical support, repairs, preventive maintenance, and upgrades. Service available even for equipment not purchased from Kinas Medical.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

Kinas Medical Technologies distributes STORZ MEDICAL shockwave therapy equipment, including focused shockwave (DUOLITH ULTRA), radial pressure wave (MASTERPULS, D-ACTOR, The Miracle Wave lines), and EMTT (MAGNETOLITH) systems, for human health, aesthetics, and veterinary applications. The company sells new and pre-owned units complemented by accessories, training, leasing/financing options, and ongoing technical service and repair support.

Product overview

Kinas Medical Technologies offers a comprehensive portfolio of STORZ MEDICAL shockwave therapy equipment for human health and animal health applications. The product lineup centers on three main technology categories: focused shockwave (DUOLITH ULTRA), radial pressure wave (MIRACLE WAVE, MASTERPULS, D-ACTOR series), and electromagnetic transduction therapy (MAGNETOLITH EMTT). For animal health, the company provides veterinary-specific versions of these systems plus the CanidGait Zebris gait analysis treadmill. All products are complemented by accessories including transmitter tips, carrying cases, trolleys, and revision kits. The company serves over 1,000 practitioners across 48 states, distributing STORZ MEDICAL equipment as the leading U.S. distributor with 30+ years of shockwave technology experience.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• The Miracle Wave: Kinas Medical's signature brand for human health shockwave therapy. Features products including Miracle Wave HP50. Triggers natural healing processes to repair, restore and rejuvenate affected soft tissue.

Products and services

• STORZ DUOLITH ULTRA Focused Shockwave FDA-approved focused shockwave system using STORZ MEDICAL's patented Cylindrical Source technology for deep tissue penetration and precise energy delivery. Indicated for heel pain due to chronic proximal plantar fasciitis, with clinical studies showing greater than 90% success rates. Targeted at healthcare practitioners treating musculoskeletal conditions.
• MAGNETOLITH ultra+ EMTT Extracorporeal Magnetotransduction Therapy (EMTT) system using high-energy magnetic pulses for non-invasive musculoskeletal treatment. Features 100-300 kHz oscillation frequency, up to 18 cm tissue penetration, water-cooled applicator, integrated touch display, and flexible holding arm for hands-free treatment. Designed for healthcare practitioners treating musculoskeletal disorders.
• The Miracle Wave HP50 Kinas Medical's signature radial pressure wave system for human health, featuring a sleek clinic model with custom-fitted Slim Cart combining design, power, function, and mobility. Powered by STORZ MEDICAL technology and branded as the company's signature product line. Targeted at healthcare practitioners seeking a brand-recognized shockwave solution.
• The Miracle Wave HP50 Radial Pressure Wave System Compact radial pressure wave system designed for portability, with dimensions of 17.3 x 15.7 x 6.5 inches and weight of 20 lbs. Features 1-21 Hz pulse frequency, 1-3 bar energy density, and 0-60mm penetration depth. Targeted at healthcare practitioners needing a portable radial pressure wave solution.
• STORZ D-ACTOR 200 Ultra Multi-modality system combining radial shockwave, acoustic wave therapy (AWT), and vibration therapy (V-ACTOR) in one unit. Features active-tip control display for extracorporeal pulse activation treatment (EPAT). Designed for healthcare practitioners with aesthetic and musculoskeletal applications.
• STORZ D-ACTOR 100 ULTRA Dual-modality system with integrated hand piece featuring treatment controls and display. Combines radial and acoustic wave therapy functionality for clinics wanting treatment control at their fingertips. Targeted at healthcare practitioners.
• STORZ MASTERPULS MP ONE Compact radial pressure wave system developed for convenience, usability, efficiency, and portability. Features the SPARROW lightweight radial hand piece and 6 preset treatment settings. Ideal for smaller practices or space-constrained offices. Targeted at healthcare practitioners.
• MASTERPULS R-SW100 Ultra-portable radial shockwave system with integrated Silent-Air compressor, FALCON Stay-Focused control on handpiece display, zero-drop energy stability across 1-21 Hz frequency range, and optional V-ACTOR vibration therapy for dual-modality treatment. Targeted at healthcare practitioners needing maximum portability.
• STORZ MASTERPULS MP100 VET Veterinary-specific radial pressure wave system with signature clinic model support for acoustic pressure wave therapy and vibration therapy. Ideal for acute musculoskeletal conditions in animals. Targeted at veterinary practitioners and equine specialists.
• STORZ DUOLITH Vet Ultra Veterinary-focused shockwave system capable of treating near-surface and deep-sited areas of the body with quick and simple setup. Targeted at veterinary practitioners needing flexible depth treatment.
• STORZ MAGNETOLITH VET EMTT technology for veterinary use, accelerating treatment outcomes in bone, joint, tendon, muscle, nerve, and ligament injuries or disorders in animals. Targeted at veterinarians and animal rehabilitation professionals.
• CanidGait Zebris Treadmill System Instrumented Zebris treadmill and platform system for canine gait analysis. Features pressure plates capturing pressure distribution and movement dynamics, adjustable speed 0.4-20 km/h, 9,216 capacitive pressure sensors, and optional SYNCcam video synchronization. Targeted at veterinary practitioners performing animal gait analysis.
• Shockwave Therapy Accessories and Parts Accessories for radial pressure wave systems, including Transmitter Tip Sets (Standard, Spine-Actor, Fascia/Peri-Actor, ATLAS tips), soft and hard carrying cases for transport or air travel, clinic trolleys for all system configurations, revision kits for radial handpiece maintenance, and Level 10 shockwave therapy educational literature. Targeted at existing equipment owners.
• Shockwave Equipment Service and Support After-sale client care including technical support, repairs, preventive maintenance, and upgrades. Service is available even for equipment not purchased from Kinas Medical. Targeted at practitioners needing post-sale equipment service.
• Shockwave Therapy Training and Demos Comprehensive training provided with every equipment purchase, plus free on-site demonstrations within the continental US and virtual demos nationwide. Targeted at practitioners evaluating or implementing shockwave therapy.

Quantifiable outcome

• 100% healing rate in eight weeks for athletes with stress fractures (2015 study)
• +4 more outcomes

Named customers5 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

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Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature4 records

Partnerships

One partnership is on record.

• STORZ MEDICAL AGcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ Distributor · 1 January 1990Kinas Medical Technologies is the #1 STORZ MEDICAL shockwave therapy distributor in the United States. Founder Gerhard Kinas began his career at STORZ MEDICAL AG in Switzerland, the birthplace of shockwave technology. The company distributes STORZ MEDICAL's full range of shockwave equipment including DUOLITH, MASTERPULS, D-ACTOR, and MAGNETOLITH systems. Kinas holds a degree in medical technology and was involved in the research, development and distribution of extracorporeal shock wave therapy.

Scale indicators8 records

Recent moves8 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Broad incumbents

• DJO Global (Chattanooga): DJO Global's Chattanooga division sells Intelect RPW radial pressure wave and other physiotherapy systems to physical therapists, chiropractors, and sports medicine clinics. Broad incumbent in physical medicine modalities that competes for the same clinical customers as Kinas.
• BTL Group: BTL is a large medical and aesthetic device manufacturer producing its own shockwave and EMTT systems (e.g., BTL-6000 series) sold globally to clinics and aesthetic practices. Competes head-to-head with STORZ/Kinas in radial and EMTT categories but is a manufacturer with a much broader portfolio.
• Zimmer MedizinSystems: Zimmer MedizinSystems manufactures enPuls radial shockwave and other electrotherapy devices sold in the US and Europe. Offers competing shockwave systems to the same practitioner customers (orthopedics, sports medicine, aesthetics) served by Kinas.
• Richard Wolf Medical Instruments: Richard Wolf is a German medical technology company producing shockwave and other minimally invasive therapy systems. Sells into similar clinical specialties (urology, orthopedics) through independent distribution channels in North America.

Emerging players

• Enraf-Nonius: Enraf-Nonius is a Dutch manufacturer of physiotherapy and rehabilitation equipment including radial shockwave devices, sold globally through distributor networks. Comparable as a shockwave equipment vendor whose products compete with STORZ in the same practitioner segment.
• Medispec: Medispec develops and manufactures shockwave (electrohydraulic) and other medical devices used in urology, orthopedics, and aesthetics. Comparable product category (shockwave therapy) but typically targets larger hospital systems rather than the SMB practitioner base Kinas serves.
• Pain Management Solutions / OrthoPetrone: Independent US distributors and clinical consultants focused on shockwave, PRP, and regenerative therapy devices for the same chiropractic and pain-medicine practitioner segment as Kinas. Adjacent competitor in the SMB practitioner channel.

Direct peers

• CuraMedix: CuraMedix is a US distributor of focused and radial shockwave therapy devices (also aligned with STORZ MEDICAL technologies) targeting chiropractors, PTs, and medical practices. Most directly comparable peer to Kinas Medical in product line, customer base, and go-to-market motion within the US shockwave distribution market.
• LiteCure Medical: LiteCure manufactures and distributes Class IV laser therapy devices and complementary modalities to veterinary and human rehab markets. Closely comparable in serving the equine and small-animal rehab segment alongside human physiotherapy practices that Kinas targets.

Others

• STORZ MEDICAL AG: STORZ MEDICAL is the Swiss manufacturer of all the focused, radial, and EMTT systems that Kinas distributes in the US. Included as a strategic upstream principal — Kinas's competitive position is contingent on this supplier relationship.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat4 records

Customer concentration

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Number of profiles

Profiles7 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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