Oregon City’s Sport Chiropractic experts — elite credentials, athlete-first care

Specialized training - Comprehensive approach | Evaluating, Diagnosing and Treating sports injuries | Not your traditional Chiropractic care

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Treating sports injuries with a modern blend of manual therapy, and rehab techniques in Oregon City.

If you’ve ever been told to the story to “rest, ice and stop participating in your sport due to pain,” you already know that advice doesn’t work for athletes. At Function Performance Sport Chiropractic in Oregon City, we’re not a traditional chiropractic office — we’re a team of sports medicine specialists who happen to be chiropractors. Dr. Ben Hokenson and Dr. Kyle Bangs bring diplomate-level and master’s-level sports medicine credentials to every appointment, which means you get, injury expertise, and return-to-play strategy that most clinics simply can’t offer. We evaluate and treat muscle, joints, and nerves throughout your body for every type of athlete, and every stage of your recovery — We tell you a different story, you don’t have to stop, you just need the right strategy to stay in the game

To be a Sports Chiropractor more than just calling ourselves Sport Chiropractors, “We treat Athletes”.

We hold distinguished credentials requiring hundreds of hours of post doctorate training in sports medicine and continuing strive to be on the top of our game. Our approach is a different way of evaluating and treating a conditions compared to what most people think of as “Chiropractic”. Athletes follow a different set of guidelines than many other patients based on their age and the level of sport they play.

At Function Performance Sport Chiropractic, our doctors don’t just adjust spines- we assess movement patterns, diagnose sports injuries, design rehabilitation programs, and guide athletes of every age and level back to sport as soon as possible.

We work with all kinds of athletes and sports:

Avid weightlifters
Baseball
Basketball
Football
Volleyball
Track and field
Cyclists
Gymnasts
Dancers
Golfers
Swimmers
and more

Our athletes visit our Oregon City chiropractic office because they are experiencing various symptoms, including:

Pulled hamstrings and hip flexors
Shoulder pain/Impingements/Rotator cuff strains and tears
Weight Lifting injuries
Loss of mobility, flexibility, and/or strength
Sore or stiff muscles or joints
Shin splints
Golfer’s and Tennis elbows
Hamstring and hip flexors strains
Concussions
Sciatica or hip pain
Knee pain: Jumpers knee, Patellar tendonitis, Sprains
Golfer’s elbow/Medial epicondylitis also seen in throwers
Tennis elbow/Lateral epicondylitis also common in throwers
Lumbar pain (low back pain) commonly seen in gymnasts and weightlifting
Achilles tendonitis and Severs commonly scene in gymnasts
Tendonitis
IT Band Syndrome often seen in runners
CrossFit injury’s
Plantar fasciitis
And more

The reasons for these sports-related pains include:

Poor movement patterns with high repetition
Muscle and body fatigue
Muscle overuse
Repetitive muscle and joint use
Forceful impacts or blows (hits and tackles)
Over or under-training
Improper warm-ups and cool-downs
Insufficient time to allow the body to heal
Dehydration
And more

We are happy to help those who lead a more active lifestyle and to advise them throughout their event preparation and after. We work with people at every fitness level, and offer treatments that encourage the body’s natural healing process and allow for strengthening that maximize performance and minimizes downtime.

Call us to learn more about how we can help enhance your performance and get your body fully functioning.

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Sports Chiropractic Is Not Traditional Chiropractic

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Sports Chiropractic Is Not Traditional Chiropractic

Traditional chiropractic focuses primarily on spinal manipulation. Sports chiropractic is an entirely different discipline. At Function Performance Sport Chiropractic, we approach every injury through an athlete’s lens — considering your sport, your position, your training load, your age, and your competitive timeline.

We have advanced training in sports injury diagnostics and evidence-based treatment strategies that general practitioners simply don’t offer. And we treat the full body — shoulders, elbows, wrists, hips, knees, ankles, feet — because athletes don’t just hurt their backs.

“Traditional chiropractic asks: ‘Where does it hurt?’ Sports chiropractic asks: ‘What does your body need to perform — and how do we get you there as safely and quickly as possible?'”

Every Athlete Is Different — We Treat Them That Way

A 13-year-old high school cross country runner and a 40-year-old competitive weightlifter have fundamentally different needs. Youth athletes have developing musculoskeletal systems requiring age-appropriate protocols. Elite competitors have narrow windows — missing a competition has real consequences. We factor in age, maturity, sport demands, competition level, and your personal goals to build a care plan that makes sense for you.

Youth & Developing Athletes
Growth plate awareness, sport-specific injury prevention, and age-appropriate recovery.

Recreational Athletes
Balancing recovery with life demands — because weekends and rec leagues matter too.

Competitive & Elite Athletes
High-performance care with strategic return-to-play planning and minimal downtime.

Return to Play — Smarter, Faster, Safer

One of the most critical questions in sports medicine is: when can this athlete play again? We guide every step of the return-to-play process with clinical precision. We know when it’s safe to push through discomfort, when pain is a warning sign to stop, and when playing through symptoms is strategically worth it — and when it’s not. We work with athletes, coaches, and parents to make confident, informed decisions about sport participation.

Our goal isn’t just to get you out of pain. It’s to get you back competing at full capacity — as quickly and safely as possible, with a clear plan every step of the way.

CONCUSSION MANAGEMENT

Concussion Management & Return to Play

Concussion is one of the most misunderstood and mismanaged injuries in sport. Our doctors have advanced training in concussion evaluation, management, and graduated return-to-play protocols. We use validated assessment tools and individualized progression criteria — we don’t clear athletes just because their headache resolved. Whether it’s a first concussion or a complex history, we provide expert oversight that protects long-term brain health and competitive futures.

SPORTS PHYSICALS

Sports Physicals in Oregon City

Need a pre-participation sports physical for the upcoming season? Our sports-focused physical examinations go well beyond the standard checklist. We identify musculoskeletal risk factors, movement limitations, and injury history that standard school physicals miss — giving athletes and parents a clearer picture of readiness and risk heading into the season.

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INJURY RISK SCREENING & ACL PREVENTION

Injury Risk Screening & ACL Tear Prevention

We use the Selective Functional Movement Screen (SFMS) and targeted biomechanical assessments to evaluate your risk for common sports injuries — including ACL tears, one of the most devastating injuries in sport. Identifying high-risk movement patterns before injury occurs gives athletes, parents, and coaches the opportunity to intervene with targeted training, reducing the chance of a season-ending injury.

We’re here to tell you that you don’t have to quit, you don’t have to suffer, and you don’t have to lose. Our chiropractic and rehabilitation solutions will optimize you from the inside out. Your program will be engineered with your personal goals in mind. Let us work with you to get your body exactly where you want it.

Are you in need of a sports physical? Give us a call. We’re able to help.

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Our Doctors

Kyle Bangs DC, MS, CCSP, CSCS
Chiropractor
Dr. Kyle Bangs is a native to the Pacific Northwest — growing up hiking, fishing and staying active with various sports and recreation in SW Washington.

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Ben Hokenson DC, DACBSP
Chiropractor
Dr. Ben is a 2008 graduate of University of Western states earning his doctorate of chiropractic degree with many years of clinical practice and continual training.

Meet Dr. Hokenson →

Our Chiropractic Care and Rehabilitation Services

Sports chiropractic and strength and mobility rehabilitation go hand-in-hand at our Oregon City chiropractic clinic. We focus on sports medicine using a modern blend of functional movement assessments, strength and conditioning rehab, manual therapy techniques, along with massage therapy.

When you visit with us, you’re not just receiving an adjustment but getting a comprehensive review of your movement patterns, a dialogue about your personal goals and needs, and a breakdown of how we intend to optimize your body.

We use safe, non-invasive chiropractic solutions that aid the body in recovery for less downtime as it builds strength and supports you naturally and proactively.

Personalized modern treatment plans
Non-invasive chiropractic solutions
Build strength naturally
Laser therapy
Normatec compression therapy
Strength and mobility exercises
Chiropractic manipulation
Advanced and specific soft tissue treatment

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ACTIVE RELEASE TECHNIQUE (ART)
This treatment works on the muscles, tendons, ligaments, and nerves and quickly targets scar tissue, restoring function in the affected areas and minimizing pain. We use this safe solution on many of our muscle- and joint-overuse athletes.
DIVERSIFIED CHIROPRACTIC TECHNIQUE (DCT)
A targeted low-amplitude, high-velocity, manually-provided thrust to the restricted joint. Often, the DCT will immediately restore range of motion and offer comfort to the patient.
Instrument assisted soft tissue manipulation (IASTM)
These soft tissue manipulations utilize chiropractic instruments that deliver targeted pulses to specific joints, restoring range of motion to the affected vertebra or joint. We use this solution on patients in training and after an athletic event.
Laser Therapy
Laser therapy is a painless, non-invasive procedure that increases oxygen circulation and blood flow in the body, which helps the body to relax and heal. Our doctors use a class IV laser therapy that is the highest, most advanced level for ultimate results.
Kinesiotaping
Covering injured areas of the body with this specially designed tape, pain and inflammation are reduced, the muscles can relax, and mobility will be restored.
Rehabilitation
Athletes see us for preventative support, enhanced performance and endurance, and to remedy pain and discomfort. Using rehabilitative therapies, our team can effectively maximize the body’s healing process and get it highly functioning.
Corrective exercises and stretches
We offer our patients in-office and at-home corrective exercises that promote higher function and health, offering preventative care through strength and endurance. These exercises are designed for the individual athlete to aid in performance, longevity, and overall movement.
Functional movement assessment
This movement assessment uses seven full-body movement tests that relay irregular or improper patterns so we can determine the best, fastest course of action for treatment.
Massage Therapy
Massage therapy allows the body to relax, stabilize, and rejuvenate. Our bodies take a beating, especially when we put them through tireless training and activity; we’ll help support yours through massage, which provides healing time and prepares it for its next endeavor.

Certifications and Therapy

Our team has several certifications including:

Active Release Technique (ART)

Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS)

Diplomate of the American Chiropractic Board of Sports Physicians (DACBSP)

Doctor of Chiropractic (DC)

Functional Movement Screen Certified

Graston certification

Lightforce Therapy

Masters of Science in Sports Medicine

Normatec

Physical Rehabilitation

Common Questions About Oregon City’s Sport Chiropractic experts — elite credentials, athlete-first care

iWhat is the difference between a sports chiropractor and a regular chiropractor?on

Sports chiropractors have advanced post-doctoral training in sports injury diagnosis, treatment planning, and rehabilitation — far beyond what’s covered in a standard chiropractic degree. At Function Performance Sport Chiropractic, Dr. Hokenson holds a diplomate in sports medicine (DACBSP) and Dr. Bangs holds a master’s degree in sports medicine with CSCS certification. We treat the entire musculoskeletal system, not just the spine, and we understand the specific demands of athletic performance at every level.

Do you treat injuries other than back and neck pain/

Absolutely. We treat the full body — shoulders, elbows, wrists, hips, knees, ankles, feet, and more. If it’s a musculoskeletal or sports injury anywhere in the body, we’re trained to assess and treat it.

How soon can I return to play after an injury?

Every injury and every athlete is different. We use evidence-based return-to-play criteria — not arbitrary timelines — to determine when it’s safe and appropriate to return to sport. We’ll be honest with you about what’s realistic, guide you through each stage, and help you understand the difference between productive discomfort and pain that signals risk. Other factors are also considered such as level of play, time of the season, athlete/parent risk tolerances.

Do you treat concussions?

Yes. Our doctors have advanced training in concussion evaluation and management, including graduated return-to-play and return-to-learn protocols. We use validated assessment tools to track recovery and ensure athletes are truly ready before returning to contact or full competition — not just symptom-free. We also know when to refer to other specialists when an athlete needs further evaluation and treatment beyond what we provide.

Can you help prevent injuries before they happen?

Yes — this is one of our specialties. Using the Selective Functional Movement Screen (SFMS) and biomechanical assessments, we can identify dysfunctional movement patterns and elevated injury risk, including ACL tear risk, before an injury occurs. We then address those patterns with targeted rehab, movement training, and corrective exercise.

Do you work with youth and high school athletes?

Yes, and we love it. Youth athletes require a different approach — growing bodies have different injury patterns and risk profiles than adults. We factor in age, maturity, and sport demands to deliver safe, age-appropriate care that supports long-term athletic development.

What is shockwave therapy and who is it good for?

Shockwave therapy delivers targeted acoustic energy to injured tissue, stimulating the body’s natural healing response. It’s particularly effective for chronic tendon injuries like Achilles tendinopathy, plantar fasciitis, and patellar tendinitis that haven’t responded well to other treatments. Many athletes see significant improvement after just a few sessions.

Get the perfomance results you are looking for today.

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Oregon City’s Sport Chiropractic experts — elite credentials, athlete-first care

Treating sports injuries with a modern blend of manual therapy, and rehab techniques in Oregon City.

Sports Chiropractic Is Not Traditional Chiropractic

CONCUSSION MANAGEMENT

SPORTS PHYSICALS

INJURY RISK SCREENING & ACL PREVENTION

Our Doctors

Kyle Bangs DC, MS, CCSP, CSCS

Ben Hokenson DC, DACBSP

Our Chiropractic Care and Rehabilitation Services

ACTIVE RELEASE TECHNIQUE (ART)

DIVERSIFIED CHIROPRACTIC TECHNIQUE (DCT)

Instrument assisted soft tissue manipulation (IASTM)

Laser Therapy

Kinesiotaping

Rehabilitation

Corrective exercises and stretches

Functional movement assessment

Massage Therapy

Certifications and Therapy

Common Questions About Oregon City’s Sport Chiropractic experts — elite credentials, athlete-first care

iWhat is the difference between a sports chiropractor and a regular chiropractor?on

Do you treat injuries other than back and neck pain/

How soon can I return to play after an injury?

Do you treat concussions?

Can you help prevent injuries before they happen?

Do you work with youth and high school athletes?

What is shockwave therapy and who is it good for?