Sports Medicine of the Rockies: Matthew Close, DO
About Sports Medicine of the Rockies: Matthew Close, DO
Located in Littleton, Colorado, Sports Medicine of the Rockies is a specialized orthopedic and sports‑medicine center dedicated to helping active individuals return to the activities they love. Founded by Dr. Matthew Close, the practice blends cutting‑edge diagnostic tools with a patient‑centered, non‑surgical approach to musculoskeletal care. The team emphasizes regenerative orthobiologics, offering ultrasound‑guided PRP injections, hyaluronic acid therapy, and other biologic treatments that stimulate tissue repair without the need for surgery. Advanced procedures such as the TendoNova tenotomy, MLS laser therapy, and precise nerve block injections are integrated into personalized care plans that also include physical therapy and comprehensive injury assessment. Dr. Close brings over 14 years of emergency‑medicine and sports‑medicine experience, complemented by a skilled staff that includes Director of Operations Kelly Meigel, Director of Patient Relations Aerial Schultz, and Director of Marketing/EMT Rikelle Simpson. Together, they uphold a philosophy of early detection, medication‑free healing, and evidence‑based interventions that position the practice as a leader in regenerative orthopedics and non‑surgical joint pain relief. From treating shoulder osteoarthritis and jumper’s knee to managing chronic neuropathic pain and degenerative joint disease, Sports Medicine of the Rockies delivers comprehensive, non‑invasive orthopedic care that empowers patients to achieve lasting relief and optimal performance.