What Vivo Cura Health does

Vivo Cura Health is a Calgary-based, privately held healthcare clinic founded in 2019 that delivers specialized care for muscle, bone, and joint pain through an integrated multidisciplinary model. The clinic combines physical medicine and rehabilitation, sports medicine, and physiotherapy with advanced interventional pain procedures and orthobiologic treatments, organized into specialty clinics covering acute injuries, peripheral joint conditions, spine disorders, motor vehicle collision injuries, and orthobiologics. It operates two facilities in Calgary (Central at 325 Manning Rd NE and Northwest at Rocky Ridge) and treats individual patients referred by family physicians, physiotherapists, chiropractors, and other specialists, as well as patients who self-refer.

The clinic's clinical technology is centered on image-guided interventional pain management, using fluoroscopy, ultrasound, and CT navigation to precisely place injections and perform radiofrequency ablation of spinal, hip, and knee nerves. It also offers orthobiologic therapies (platelet-rich plasma and bone marrow aspirate concentrate) and a portfolio of diagnostic procedures (medial/lateral branch blocks, selective nerve root blocks, EMG). The clinic runs an active research program with over 20 peer-reviewed publications documenting patient outcomes in RFA, PRP, BMAC, and whiplash-associated disorders, and it hosts the first Canadian NASS-recognized Interventional Spine and Musculoskeletal Medicine fellowship program, training subspecialty physicians and generating professional referrals.

Vivo Cura generates revenue through a dual payor model: publicly funded medical services billed to Alberta Health Care (multidisciplinary assessments, image-guided interventional procedures, EMG) and private-pay services paid out-of-pocket by patients (PRP, BMAC, radiofrequency ablation of hip and knee, psychology, and multidisciplinary pain programs). Patient acquisition is referral-led through a network of family physicians and allied health practitioners, supplemented by self-referral and thought-leadership channels including a clinical blog, peer-reviewed publications, and presentations at NASS, Spine Intervention Society, and Canadian Pain Society meetings. The clinic is headquartered in Calgary, Alberta, Canada, with 11-50 employees.

Name

Vivo Cura Health

Legal name

Vivo Cura Health

Website

https://vivocura.ca

Company type

Private

Founded year

2019

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Vivo Cura Health is a Calgary-based private clinic delivering image-guided interventional pain management, orthobiologics (PRP, BMAC), physiotherapy, and rehabilitation for patients with chronic musculoskeletal conditions, and hosts the first Canadian NASS-recognized interventional spine fellowship.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Interventional Pain Management

NAICS

Offices of Physical, Occupational and Speech Therapists, and Audiologists (621340), Offices of Physicians (6211)

SIC

Services-Specialty Outpatient Facilities, Nec (8093), Services-Offices & Clinics Of Doctors Of Medicine (8011)

akta.pro primary industry

Multidisciplinary Outpatient Rehab Centers (PT/OT/SLP) (HLADAJAG)

akta.pro secondary industry

Orthopedic & Post-Surgical Rehabilitation Centers (HLADAJAI)

Keywords

• Interventional pain management
• Musculoskeletal rehabilitation
• Orthobiologic therapy
• Spine medicine clinic
• Physical medicine services

Headquarters

HQ city

Calgary

HQ country

Canada

HQ region

North America

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Technology or R&D, Infrastructure, Marketing or Sales

Revenue model

1. Publicly Funded Medical Services: Core medical services covered by Alberta Health Care including multidisciplinary pain assessments, image-guided interventional pain procedures (facet injections, medial branch blocks, radiofrequency ablation, epidural injections, selective nerve root blocks), and EMG. These constitute the primary insured revenue stream.
2. Private Pay Services: Services not insured by Alberta Health Care, paid out-of-pocket by patients. Includes PRP therapy (Platelet Rich Plasma), radiofrequency ablation of hip/knee, multidisciplinary pain programs for complex MSK conditions, and psychology services. These represent a growing private-pay revenue stream.

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels2 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

Vivo Cura Health operates an integrated healthcare clinic in Calgary, Alberta providing comprehensive assessment, image-guided interventional pain management, and physical rehabilitation for muscle, bone, and joint conditions. The clinic delivers multidisciplinary care through a hub-and-spokes model combining physicians, physiotherapists, interventional procedures (radiofrequency ablation, facet and epidural injections, nerve blocks), orthobiologic treatments (PRP, BMAC), and diagnostic services (EMG). It also hosts the first Canadian NASS-recognized Interventional Spine and Musculoskeletal Medicine fellowship program.

Product overview

Vivo Cura Health operates as an integrated healthcare clinic specializing in muscle, bone, and joint pain management. The company offers a unified platform of medical services centered around a hub-and-spokes care model with the patient at the center. The core clinical offerings include Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation, Sports Medicine, and Physiotherapy as foundational services. Specialized clinics provide targeted care for Acute Injury, Peripheral Joint, Spine, MVC (Motor Vehicle Collision), and Orthobiologics conditions. Interventional pain management procedures include Radiofrequency Ablation (RFA) of spine/hip/knee, Facet Injections, Epidural Injections, Medial/Lateral Branch Blocks, Interventional Disc Injections, Selective Nerve Root Blocks, and SI Joint Injections. Diagnostic services include Multidisciplinary Assessments, EMG testing, and various nerve blocks. Orthobiologic treatments include Platelet Rich Plasma (PRP) injections. The company also operates a NASS-recognized fellowship program for medical education. All services emphasize evidence-based practices, image-guided interventions, and a multidisciplinary team approach combining physicians, allied health professionals, and support staff.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation
• Sports Medicine
• Physiotherapy
• Acute Injury Clinic
• Peripheral Joint Clinic
• Spine Clinic
• MVC (Motor Vehicle Collision) Clinic
• Orthobiologics Clinic
• Multidisciplinary Assessment
• Radiofrequency Ablation (RFA)
• Facet Injections
• Epidural Injections
• Medial/Lateral Branch Blocks
• Interventional Disc Injections
• Selective Nerve Root Block
• Electromyography (EMG)
• SI Joint Injection
• Platelet Rich Plasma Injections (PRP)
• NASS Fellowship Program

Quantifiable outcome

• 70% of chronic WAD patients reported approximately 50%+ pain reduction following PRP injections; 80% reported 45% disability reduction (prospective case series, n=44)
• +5 more outcomes

Named customers1 record

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

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Has API

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Feature4 records

Partnerships

Three partnerships are on record, tiered minor and core.

• Lifemark Clinic (Rocky Ridge/YMCALocation)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerVivo Cura's Northwest facility is co-located within the Lifemark Clinic at the YMCA in Rocky Ridge, Calgary. Physical rehabilitation services at the Northwest location are provided via Lifemark. This co-location arrangement allows Vivo Cura to offer integrated multidisciplinary care including MSK consults, ultrasound-guided injections, and physical rehabilitation at a single site.
• North American Spine Society (NASS)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerVivo Cura Health hosts the first Canadian NASS-recognized fellowship program in Interventional Spine and Musculoskeletal Medicine. The clinic participates in the NASS Match for fellowship selection and uses NASS-recognized curriculum and standards. The clinic's fellowship director and faculty are involved in NASS activities and its physicians attend NASS conferences.
• Spine Intervention SocietyminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerFellows at Vivo Cura have the opportunity to attend the Spine Intervention Society Annual Scientific Meeting as part of their conference exposure. The clinic's procedures and research align with SIS standards for interventional spine care.

Scale indicators5 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Altum Health: Canadian outpatient rehabilitation and pain management provider with multidisciplinary MSK services across Ontario. Directly comparable as a multidisciplinary outpatient rehab and pain clinic serving patients with chronic musculoskeletal conditions, though geographically focused on Ontario rather than Calgary.
• The Steadman Clinic: U.S.-based orthopedic and sports medicine specialty clinic offering image-guided interventions and rehabilitation for elite and complex MSK patients. Directly comparable in specialty MSK focus, multidisciplinary physician-led care, and integration of orthobiologic and interventional procedures.
• Lifemark Health Group: Canada's largest physiotherapy and rehabilitation network and a Vivo Cura operating partner at the Northwest Calgary facility. Directly comparable in outpatient MSK rehabilitation service delivery and is an actual commercial partner rather than a distant competitor.
• TRIA Orthopaedic Center: U.S. orthopedic specialty center combining physician care, physical therapy, and sports medicine under one roof. Comparable in the hub-and-spokes integration of specialty physicians, rehabilitation, and sports medicine for musculoskeletal patients.
• Andrews Sports Medicine & Orthopaedic Center: Specialty orthopedic and sports medicine clinic in the U.S. offering physician consultations, interventional procedures, and physical therapy. Comparable as a multidisciplinary MSK and sports medicine specialty practice with integrated rehabilitation.

Others

• Spine Intervention Society (SIS): Professional society setting standards for interventional spine care that Vivo Cura's clinicians and fellows engage with. Adjacent ecosystem participant rather than a competitor — relevant because SIS standards and meetings shape the clinical approach Vivo Cura teaches and practices.

Broad incumbents

• ATI Physical Therapy: Large U.S. outpatient physical therapy provider with multidisciplinary MSK services. Comparable in offering physical therapy and rehabilitation for MSK conditions but with broader geographic footprint and less specialization in interventional procedures.
• CBI Health Group: National Canadian healthcare network offering physiotherapy, rehabilitation, and pain management across multiple provinces. Comparable as a large-scale outpatient rehabilitation provider with broader geographic reach and service portfolio than Vivo Cura's Calgary-focused model.
• Hospital for Special Surgery (HSS): U.S. specialty hospital focused on orthopedics, rheumatology, and sports medicine with strong rehabilitation and research programs. Comparable as an MSK-focused specialty institution that combines clinical care, research publication, and fellowship training — the same triad Vivo Cura aspires to.
• Cleveland Clinic: Large U.S. health system with extensive orthopedic, pain management, and rehabilitation service lines. Comparable as a broad incumbent in the same clinical space, though offering far wider service breadth and not specializing solely in MSK.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

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Number of profiles

Profiles4 records

Funding overview

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Investors

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M&A

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