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We help you stay active and engaged in the life you love while using body's own healing properties

We help you stay active and engaged in the life you love while using body's own healing properties

We help you stay active and engaged in the life
you love while using body's own healing
properties

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We are experts in non-surgical orthopedic and sports medicine treatment using regenerative techniques.

At Full Circle, you’re more than just another patient-you’re a person with a story, and we’re here to listen.

We provide care that goes beyond your presenting symptom. While walking alongside you with compassion, respect, and genuine connection, we take time to listen and get to the root your issue.

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We work WITH your body, not ON your body

For over 25 years, we’ve helped thousands of athletes and active adults recover from injury. In our experience, most patients are capable of healing without the need for surgery.

We use a variety of Regenerative Orthopedic methods to heal your issue naturally, using your body’s own healing properties.

Our approach begins with listening and carefully assessing your symptoms to identify the root cause of the issue. We then apply our clinical expertise to create a successful customized treatment plan.

Whether you’re managing a recent injury or stubborn ongoing pain, we offer a range of non-surgical treatments including platelet rich plasma (PRP), shockwave therapy, gel shots, and other restorative options.

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gaye ferrara
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On July 2, I was suddenly struck with plantar fasciitis. I am an avid hiker and have climbed.Piestewa peak nearly every day for years, so you can imagine my despair when I found that I could walk for only 15 minutes and even then it caused severe foot pain. I tried everything imaginable and went down the rabbit hole researching every possible treatment and form of pain relief. Then about three weeks ago, my husband suggested that I contact Full Circle Orthopedic to see if they could help. After researching shockwave therapy and speaking with Courtney at Full Circle, I decided to try a series of five treatments, scheduled once a week. After only one treatment, I could hardly believe the improvement. Following my second treatment, I traveled to Lake Tahoe, walked miles every day and finally-even climbed a mountain! I am absolutely thrilled with my progress and incredibly grateful to Courtney and Full Circle Orthopedic. For the first time since July I feel hopeful that I can return to the active life and hiking that I love. If you are struggling with plantar fasciitis, I highly recommend speaking with Full Circle Orthopedic about shockwave therapy. My experience has been remarkable!
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Hunter Herb
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Courtney and the team were outstanding with my recovery process over the last year. Being a healthcare provider myself, I would recommend them to family and friends. She has done a great job with the PRP, A2M, shockwave, and EMTT treatment for my shoulder labral/RTC tears and has me back to seeing patients, lifting in the gym, and enjoying life!
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Megan Huff
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My husband has been treated here every week for the last month and the results are more than we could have hoped for! In addition, the entire staff is very welcoming, knowledgeable, and easy to work with. Do yourself a favor and go see them today!
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Ben Day
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⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ As a physician myself, I approached my own treatment with a critical eye — and Full Circle Orthopedics exceeded every expectation. Earlier this year I developed significant right hip pain that was initially concerning for avascular necrosis (AVN) on MRI. After careful evaluation, the diagnosis was refined to bone marrow edema syndrome — a condition caused by mechanical overload that, without proper treatment, can progress to serious structural damage. Courtney Kelm PA-C designed and personally managed my entire treatment course using a combination of focused shockwave therapy (ESWT) and EMTT — Electromagnetic Transduction Therapy. What impressed me most was the clinical intelligence behind the protocol: a carefully escalating energy and pulse schedule, thoughtful spacing between sessions to allow the biological cascade to mature, and real-time adjustments when my body signaled it needed more recovery time between treatments. That is not cookbook medicine — that is sophisticated, individualized care. The results speak for themselves. Over approximately six weeks of treatment concluding in early May, I went from significant morning hip pain, difficulty with basic transfers, inability to put on my own right sock, and a noticeable limp — to near-normal ambulation, comfortable sit-to-stand, normalized daily transfers, and independent sock application. I traveled by air, walked through shopping centers, and managed real-world demands — all within weeks of completing treatment. I am now approaching 70-75% functional recovery at seven weeks post-treatment, with my follow-up MRI scheduled for mid-July to objectively document what the biology has already demonstrated clinically. Courtney is the rare clinician who combines genuine expertise in regenerative orthopedic modalities with the communication skills to help a physician-patient truly understand what is happening in his own body at every stage of recovery. Michelle and the entire Full Circle team were warm, professional, and consistently supportive throughout. If you are dealing with hip pain, bone marrow edema, early joint changes, or any condition where regenerative treatment might apply — I would not hesitate to recommend Full Circle Orthopedics and Courtney Kelm PA-C without reservation. Benedict Dayrit, MD
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Emma Dodd
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After three knee surgeries in three years that left me underwhelmed by the results and overwhelmed by my new, but still very limited, condition, I had truly lost hope of ever being active again, as even just walking or standing up from a chair was painful. But finding Full Circle Orthopedics and trying their shockwave treatment was a complete and total game-changer from the first ten minute test treatment. For the first time in years, and in just four months versus a full year of physical therapy, I was finally able to move without pain and stiffness and get back to the activities I love. I don't know if I will ever be free of the stiffness after intense activity, but being able to DO intense activity again is a blessing, and using Dr. Teal's in a nice, long, hot soak after exercise is the perfect analgesic. The personalized care at Full Circle is unlike any other medical office I've been to. Courtney and her team genuinely listen and take the time to understand your unique situation. The shockwave technology was incredibly effective, and the results have been unbelievable. If you're dealing with stubborn, long-term orthopedic pain, caused by inflammation, tight muscles or scar tissue, and feel like you've run out of options, I can't recommend Full Circle Orthopedics enough. They gave me my active life back, and I will be forever grateful.
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Jason Mitchell
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Visited Full Circle Sports Medicine for treating a painful tendon issue in the arch of my foot that had been chronic for over one year (medically diagnosed as PTTD). Previously, a Podietrist put me in a walking boot for six weeks, prescribed a high dosage anti-inflammatory, fitted me for new custom orthotics and six months of physical therapy; all of which provided no sustained relief. As a avid tennis player, other players highly recommended Dr Courtney. The treatment plan Courtney recommended was a series of magnetic pulse and high-energy sound wave treatments for the inflamed tendon. I continued to play golf and tennis throughout the treatment which undoubtedly extended my recovery time. After a couple months of weekly treatments, I'm completely pain-free but continue treatments every couple of weeks for maintenance. Courtney and her team are excellent and take a genuine personal interest in their patient's health. Beyond that, Dr. Courtney's commitment to develop young women in her practice for future professional careers of their own is highly admirable. I highly recommend Full Circle for any sports medicine needs.
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Tiffany Barr
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The A2M therapy is just short of miraculous. Coupled with Durolane injections, I have had such improvements in my pain and functionality. Highly recommended for those struggling with knee pain!
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Ryan
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Excellent Care and Expertise Courtney does excellent work and has helped me tremendously with my conditions. She is very knowledgeable, highly intuitive, and clearly has a great deal of experience and expertise in her field. I also appreciate that she is focused on addressing the root cause and is very well connected with strong resources and knowledge.
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Ronnie Perkins
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As a current professional athlete and five-year NFL veteran, I recently went to see Courtney and her team for significant swelling in both my knee and ankle. After undergoing a few sessions of EMTT and PRP A2M injections for both injuries, I’ve seen great improvement in just two weeks post injection. I would definitely recommend her and her staff.
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Joshua Cates
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I Had The Pleasure Of Moving Them Into Their New Office Today! They Were Excited! Their New Office Was Double The Size Of Their Old Office, They Gave Us A Little Back Story About How They Got Where They Are! And Let Me Tell You!, I Was Happy For Them! They Will Make You Feel Very Comfortable! I’m Grateful I Got To Experience And Be Apart Of Their New Chapter! Go Check Them Out, You Won’t Regret It! Thank You Full Circle!

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