What is the Regenerative Clinic?

Our Regenerative Therapy injections can help reduce discomfort, improve function, and aid in the repair of tissues and joints. We offer a range of treatments, including prolotherapy, platelet-rich plasma (PRP), autologous protein solution (nStride), and Sportvis (Soft-Tissue Adapted Hyaluronic Acid).

 

If you’re dealing with sports injuries or musculoskeletal conditions like tendon or ligament injuries, plantar fasciitis, arthritis, or meniscal injuries, our Regenerative Therapy injections could be the solution you need. Access to the regenerative clinic is typically granted to existing Group23 patients or upon referral from a qualified healthcare provider.

Prolotherapy

Prolotherapy is an effective injection-based treatment that uses a sugar solution (Dextrose) mixed with a local anesthetic (Lidocaine) to repair injured tendons, ligaments, or joints. When injected into damaged tissue, this solution stimulates a natural inflammatory response, promoting the growth of new cells. This leads to increased ligament and tendon tension and improved joint stability.

 

The number of treatments varies depending on how your body responds to the treatment. In general, most men require 4-6 injections, and women 6-9 injections, spaced 2-3 weeks apart for best results.

Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP)

Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP) is a regenerative therapy that uses a component of your own blood to stimulate healing in injured tendons, ligaments, muscles, or joints. Unlike Prolotherapy, which uses sugar to attract the body’s immune cells, PRP directly injects a high concentration of platelets into the injury site. These platelets contain growth factors and bioactive proteins crucial for tissue repair and regeneration.

 

During your PRP appointment, a sample of your blood is drawn and spun in a centrifuge to separate the platelets from other blood components. The concentrated platelets are then injected into the affected area to promote healing.

 

The number of treatments varies from patient to patient, depending on a multitude of factors. In general, most patients will require 2 injections roughly 4 weeks apart.

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Accessing the Clinic

Contact

Contact us to book your initial consult to determine which treatment is best for you. If you believe you are a candidate for the regenerative clinic, contact us today!

Assessment

During your initial appointment, you will meet with a Sports Medicine physician to determine what pathway is best. If we determine that your condition is unlikely to respond well to prolotherapy or PRP, we will offer other treatment options.

Treatment

If we determine that your condition is likely to respond well to prolotherapy or PRP treatment, the Group23 regenerative clinic team will guide you each step of the way, including treatment timing and prices.
Shea Quilichini

Physiotherapist
BSc, MScPT, CGIMS

Born and raised in Calgary, Shea’s interest in physiotherapy began after completing his undergraduate degree in Kinesiology at the University of Calgary. After working for several years as a kinesiologist, he went on to earn his Master’s in Physiotherapy from McMaster University.
 
Since graduating, Shea has gained clinical experience in sport medicine and orthopaedic settings, including the McMaster Sport Medicine Clinic, the University of Calgary, and a specialized hip and hockey clinic in Oakville. He has completed his Certificate in Gunn Intramuscular Stimulation (GunnIMS) through the University of British Columbia and his Intermediate Diploma in Manual and Manipulative Therapy through the Orthopaedic Division of the Canadian Physiotherapy Association. Shea is registered with the College of Physical Therapists of Alberta and is on both the spinal manipulation and dry needling rosters.
 
Shea treats a wide range of musculoskeletal conditions, with a special focus on low back, hip, knee, neck and nerve pain.  His approach combines hands-on therapy, targeted exercise, and practical education to help patients recover and build lasting resilience. Each treatment plan is individualized, whether the goal is managing a new injury or working through persistent pain.  As a musician himself, Shea also enjoys working with musicians, as well as recreational and competitive athletes, helping them return to their highest level of function with confidence.
 
Outside the clinic, Shea enjoys exploring the Rockies and spending time in the backcountry, staying active year-round. He values time with friends and family,  trying new restaurants around the city, and almost always has a creative project underway – feel free to ask him what he’s building next!
Claire Froese

Physiotherapist
MScPT

Claire graduated with a Masters of Science in Physical Therapy from the University of Alberta in Edmonton in 2020. 

 

Much of Claire’s passion for, and interest in, the field of physiotherapy and rehabilitation came from her own personal journey as an athlete in sport. She played soccer at a high level throughout her junior high and high school years and then went on to play CIS university level soccer as well. During those years she was inspired by the difference that a number of physiotherapists and athletic therapists made in her own life, both personally and from a rehabilitation perspective, and this encouraged her to ultimately pursue her own career in Physiotherapy.  

 

Claire is passionate about partnering with and motivating people to reach their highest potential, regardless of age, current activity level or ability. She wants to empower you to move better and feel stronger in your every day life and help you achieve your goals; whether that be returning to play as an athlete or someone looking to get back to their activities of daily living. Claire likes to incorporate education, manual therapy techniques and strength and conditioning principles into her practice in order to treat a variety of different injuries and conditions. 

 

In her free time, Claire can be found spending time with her family and friends. She loves the outdoors and specifically enjoys road biking, running and walking her dog. 

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