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QC Kinetix is dedicated to helping patients recover from injuries and avoid surgery by offering regenerative orthopedic therapies that can help heal bones, joints, ligaments, and tendons.
Rather than masking pain with medication or cortisone shots, our alternative pain management approach works with your body’s own healing mechanisms to address damaged tissue directly. For patients who have been told surgery is their only option, regenerative medicine offers a meaningful path forward with minimal downtime and no general anesthesia. Learn more about PRP treatments offered in our Highlands Ranch clinic.
Highlands Ranch residents are known for staying active, whether that’s skiing Breckenridge on weekends, running the Highline Canal Trail, or keeping up with youth sports. Knee pain treatment is among our most common requests, particularly for conditions like osteoarthritis, meniscus injuries, and ligament damage. We also treat shoulder, hip, and back pain that hasn’t responded to physical therapy or traditional care. For active adults in Highlands Ranch and the surrounding Douglas County area, our clinic has become a go-to first step before pursuing surgery.
Regenerative medicine is a category of non-surgical, drug-free treatments that use materials from your own body to target the source of joint and soft-tissue pain rather than simply masking symptoms. It’s become a common option for patients researching treatments for joint pain and looking for alternatives before considering surgery.
For a full breakdown of how regenerative medicine works, visit our guide: What Is Regenerative Medicine?
Many patients throughout Highlands Ranch and Douglas County explore PRP and BMAC as part of a non-surgical approach to joint and soft-tissue pain. Potential benefits include:
Patients report improved mobility and reduced discomfort after treatment, though individual results vary and depend on the condition being treated.
PRP and BMAC are generally considered minimally invasive options for patients exploring non-surgical alternatives to joint and soft-tissue pain. Because both treatments use materials collected from your own body, the risk of rejection or allergic reaction is lower than with many other medical procedures.
Most patients experience only mild, short-lived reactions at the injection site, such as soreness, swelling, or bruising, which typically resolve within a few days. Some patients also report temporary mild fatigue as the body adjusts.
Serious complications, such as infection or nerve irritation, are rare, particularly when treatments are performed by trained providers who follow proper screening and sterile protocols. Before beginning treatment, our Highlands Ranch team reviews your medical history and current health status to help determine whether PRP, BMAC, or a combination approach is appropriate for you.
For a closer look at potential side effects, rare risks, and how QC Kinetix approaches patient safety, visit our full guide: Is Regenerative Medicine Safe? Side Effects and Risks Explained.
Nicole Huntress, MD is a board-certified primary care sports medicine physician and QC Medical Director for Colorado. She specializes in musculoskeletal care, regenerative medicine, orthobiologics, ultrasound-guided treatments, joint injections, and bone marrow procedures. Huntress earned her medical degree from the Medical University of Ohio in 2008, completed her residency at Greenville Hospital System, and went on to complete a fellowship at Steadman Hawkins. With experience spanning hospital, emergency, and outpatient settings, she has been practicing as a primary sports medicine physician since 2012. Huntress is passionate about helping patients stay active and healthy, believes surgery should be a last resort, and prioritizes improving each patient’s overall quality of life. Outside of work, she enjoys running, skiing, and spending time outdoors with her husband, sons, and their dog.
Alisha Walker, M.M.Sc., PA-C, is a Physician Assistant at QC Kinetix with a diverse clinical background in functional medicine, family medicine, urgent care, pain management, rheumatology, and emergency medicine. She graduated with a Master of Medical Science degree from Nova Southeastern University in 2008.
Alisha specializes in treating conditions such as osteoarthritis, degenerative joint disease, bursitis, and tendonitis, with a focus on regenerative, non-surgical treatment options designed to support the body’s natural healing process. Her broad experience allows her to take a comprehensive, patient-centered approach to care.
She is passionate about helping patients better understand their conditions and treatment options, empowering them to take an active role in their healing journey. Alisha’s goal is to reduce pain, restore function, and help each patient return to the activities they enjoy—without surgery.
Kelly Phillips, M.Sc.PAS, brings more than 20 years of experience in orthopedics and trauma care to the QC Kinetix Colorado medical team. She earned her master’s degree in Physician Assistant Studies from Beckley University and completed an orthopedic fellowship following graduation. Before recently relocating to Colorado, Kelly spent her first 10 years practicing in NE Tennessee and Raleigh, NC. She has spent the last 10 years practicing in Atlanta, where she also worked with the QC Kinetix team.
Kelly is passionate about helping people find relief from pain so they can return to the activities they enjoy and live fuller, more active lives. Outside of work, she enjoys spending time with her family, hiking, biking, traveling, exploring new places, and volunteering in her community.
If you have any of these symptoms, you may be a candidate for PRP, cellular therapy or other regenerative medicine options at QC Kinetix. Patients from Highlands Ranch, Lone Tree, Castle Rock, and Littleton choose our County Line Road location as a first step before pursuing surgery.
One in two Americans struggles with some form of musculoskeletal condition. If these symptoms sound familiar, consulting with a regenerative medicine provider in Highlands Ranch may help you explore non-surgical options before they worsen.
Any of these symptoms may make it difficult for you to complete everyday tasks or do the activities you love. You’re not alone. One in two Americans struggles with some form of musculoskeletal condition. If you identify with these symptoms, it might be time to seek assistance from a qualified pain treatment provider.
Our medical team at QC Kinetix Highlands Ranch is more than happy to answer your concerns.
Limited Joint Mobility
Limited due to degeneration of the joint, causing decreased movement.
Weakness
A lack of strength in an affected area. Difficulty moving or supporting weight.
Soreness & Discomfort
Symptoms vary from dull aches to soreness to severe discomfort and sharp pain.
Redness and Warmth
Symptoms vary based on the person and the injury but often include redness, warmth, and swelling caused by inflammation.
Noisy Joints
Grinding, clicking, or popping sensations during movement, potentially accompanied by pain or stiffness.
Swelling and Stiffness
Overexertion of joints can cause microtears and inflammation which leads to joints feeling stiff.
FAQs About Our Clinic
Your price is set by your plan, not a flat rate. It reflects the area being treated, the treatments recommended, and how many visits you will need. Your provider walks you through it after your consultation and exam. Treatments are typically paid out of pocket, and payment plans are available. Individual results vary.
Yes. Highlands Ranch patients can apply for payment plans with approved credit, including financing through Cherry, and can prequalify online before their first visit. Whether you can use a health savings account (HSA) or flexible spending account (FSA) depends on your plan, so check with your administrator. Approval, rates, and terms are set by the lender and vary by applicant. We can review everything at your consultation.
Typically not. These treatments are usually paid out of pocket because insurers, including Medicare, generally do not cover them. Policies differ, so it helps to check with your plan. We are glad to talk through costs and payment options at your consultation.
The length of a plan depends on the area treated, your pain, your goals, and your health history, so your provider sets it with you. Results differ from person to person, and we cannot promise a timeline or outcome. Your provider will tell you what to expect at your consultation. Individual results vary.
Plenty of people look into non-surgical options before deciding on surgery. Cortisone, hyaluronic acid injections, medications, and surgery are standard choices, while PRP and BMAC use components from your own body, are non-surgical, and do not require general anesthesia. They are designed to target the source of pain and support the body’s natural healing processes. Each patient is evaluated individually, and your provider will discuss what may fit. Individual results vary.
Age alone does not decide it. You must be 18 or older, and beyond that, candidacy comes down to your overall health and the source of your pain. Treatment may not be appropriate if you are pregnant or nursing, have active cancer or a compromised immune system, are receiving chemotherapy or radiation, have kidney failure requiring dialysis, or have pain associated with a total joint replacement. Not sure where you fall? Call the clinic before booking.
Treatment involves an injection, and some patients feel temporary soreness, swelling, or bruising at the site. Reactions are usually mild and short-lived, and serious complications are rare with trained providers. Your provider reviews your medical history first and explains what to expect afterward, including activity, for your plan. Individual results vary.
Our clinic is at 200 W County Line Rd., Highlands Ranch, CO 80129, and we see patients from Highlands Ranch, Lone Tree, Castle Rock, Littleton, and across Douglas County. Call or request an appointment online to book.
A one-on-one conversation with one of our highly trained doctors about your pain, medical history, and goals, whether that is running the Highline Canal Trail, skiing, or golf. Bring your imaging and records from other providers so we can avoid repeating tests, and ask about a second opinion on the options you are weighing. Your provider reviews your treatment options, and you learn the cost of your plan before deciding. Call us or request an appointment online.
Individual results may vary. The statements made by the endorsers reflect their personal experience and are not a guarantee of specific outcomes.
Individual results may vary. The statements made by the endorsers reflect their personal experience and are not a guarantee of specific outcomes.
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