February 23, 2026
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:
Tails of Valor® Partners with Gladiator Therapeutics to Launch “The Restorative Path” Wellness Program
February 23, 2026
Allentown, PA
Tails of Valor® (Paws of Honor, Inc.), a nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting Veterans and First Responders through canine-assisted rehabilitation, announced a new strategic partnership with Gladiator Therapeutics. Together, the organizations are launching “The Restorative Path,” a holistic wellness program designed to support physical recovery and emotional resilience through a non-medicinal, non-invasive approach.
The Restorative Path integrates Tails of Valor’s established canine-assisted therapy programs with Gladiator Therapeutics’ advanced therapeutic recovery beds, creating a comprehensive recovery environment for individuals experiencing the long-term effects of Post-Traumatic Stress Injury (PTSI) and Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI).
As part of the partnership, Gladiator Therapeutics has donated its proprietary therapeutic recovery beds to the Tails of Valor campus in Coopersburg, Pennsylvania. The beds utilize patented ceramic far-infrared technology designed to improve circulation and support the body’s natural recovery processes without chemicals, pharmaceuticals, or external power sources.
“Our mission has always been to treat the whole person — physically, emotionally, and socially,” said Heather Lloyd, Founder and Executive Director of Tails of Valor. “By partnering with Gladiator Therapeutics, we are expanding the depth of care we can provide. The Restorative Path enhances physical comfort and recovery while our participants build trust, confidence, and connection through their service canines.”
Veterans and First Responders often carry trauma that manifests not only emotionally but also physically. This includes chronic pain, inflammation, sleep disruption, and fatigue. The Restorative Path is designed to reduce these physical barriers to healing, allowing participants to more fully engage in therapeutic programming and community reintegration.
Gladiator Therapeutics’ patented SemiCera® technology is engineered to promote blood flow and cellular support, offering a drug-free option for individuals seeking complementary recovery solutions.
“We are honored to support Tails of Valor and the men and women they serve,” said a spokesperson for Gladiator Therapeutics. “Our technology is designed to work with the body’s own healing mechanisms. Partnering with an organization that prioritizes dignity, purpose, and long-term support made this collaboration a natural fit.”
The Restorative Path focuses on three core pillars:
- Enhanced Physical Recovery
Supporting circulation, tissue recovery, and reduced inflammation through Gladiator Therapeutics’ recovery bed technology. - Holistic Healing
Integrating physical recovery with Tails of Valor’s goal-oriented Animal-Assisted Therapy (AAT) programs. - Post-Traumatic Growth
Reducing physical stressors associated with trauma to support improved focus, communication, and social engagement.
This partnership underscores Tails of Valor’s commitment to providing innovative, non-medicinal solutions at no cost to participants. As a privately funded nonprofit, the organization relies on mission-aligned partners to ensure lifetime access to services for Veterans and First Responders.
About Tails of Valor®, Paws of Honor, Inc.
Founded in 2014, Tails of Valor® provides rehabilitation through non-medicinal canine-assisted service programs. Its signature program, Journey With A Purpose®, supports Veterans, law enforcement officers, and emergency personnel managing symptoms associated with PTSI and TBI. Each service canine is named in honor of a fallen soldier and provided at no cost to the participant. Learn more at TailsOfValor.org.
About Gladiator Therapeutics
Based in Whitehall, Pennsylvania, Gladiator Therapeutics is a medical technology company specializing in patented ceramic far-infrared therapy solutions. Its products are designed to support circulation and the body’s natural recovery processes, offering a drug-free option for physical restoration and wellness support. Learn more at GladiatorTherapeutics.com.