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Welcome to Functional Restoration Institute, where we’re leading the way in revolutionizing healthcare with our comprehensive approach. We combine three essential pillars — Chiropractic Sports Medicine, Neuromuscular Rehabilitation, and Functional Medicine — to provide personalized care that addresses the underlying causes of your conditions.

3 Pillars of Care25+ Techniques & ModalitiesMission Viejo, CA
A New Era of Healthcare

Beyond Band-Aid Fixes

Our expertise in Chiropractic Sports Medicine guides us in assessing and treating neuromusculoskeletal pain and dysfunction. Through Neuromuscular Rehabilitation, we restore and optimize your function for lasting relief. Additionally, with Functional Medicine, we take a holistic approach, considering every aspect of your health.

Say goodbye to the band-aid fixes of traditional medicine and welcome a new era of healthcare. At Functional Restoration Institute, we empower you to take control of your health with personalized corrective exercises and first-aid techniques. We not only provide treatment but also teach you how to monitor and manage your symptoms on your own.

Invest in your health and choose Functional Restoration Institute, where we’re revolutionizing healthcare. Join us at the forefront of this transformative approach and embark on your journey towards achieving optimal health and wellbeing.

The Three Pillars

Integrated, Multi-Disciplinary Care

Chiropractic Sports Medicine

Chiropractic Sports Medicine focuses on assessing and treating injuries and dysfunctions involving muscles, joints, and nerves. At Functional Restoration Institute, we combine chiropractic care with sports medicine principles to reduce pain, restore movement, and improve performance.

Our evaluation process includes detailed motion assessment to identify joint restrictions and movement limitations contributing to your symptoms. Treatment may include precise chiropractic adjustments to improve joint mobility and reduce irritation, along with manual therapies such as soft tissue work and instrument-assisted techniques.

Care plans often include targeted corrective exercises and, when indicated, methods such as McKenzie-based movements or joint mobilization techniques to support recovery and long-term function.

At Functional Restoration Institute, our goal is not just temporary relief. We focus on identifying the root cause of your symptoms, improving resilience, and equipping you with the tools to manage and prevent recurrence.

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Neuromuscular Rehabilitation

Neuromuscular rehabilitation focuses on identifying and correcting movement imbalances that contribute to pain and recurrent injury. At Functional Restoration Institute, we emphasize restoring proper neuromuscular control and breathing mechanics, which serve as the foundation for stable, efficient movement.

One of the methods we incorporate is Dynamic Neuromuscular Stabilization (DNS), based on principles of developmental kinesiology. This approach uses specific positions and targeted exercises to activate stabilizing muscle systems and reestablish natural movement patterns.

Our goal is not just symptom relief. We teach you how to build better movement strategies, improve stability, and reduce the likelihood of future injury by addressing the root neuromuscular dysfunction.

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Functional Medicine

Functional Medicine is a holistic approach to healthcare that considers the interconnections between the body’s systems and their impact on overall health and well-being. At Functional Restoration Institute, we value the uniqueness of each patient and tailor their treatment plans accordingly.

To achieve this, we adopt a comprehensive care approach that involves thorough screening of the body’s systems to uncover systemic factors that may contribute to pain and dysfunction. This investigative process may involve laboratory tests, patient history, and other diagnostic tools.

Based on this information, we create personalized treatment plans that target the root causes of pain or dysfunction. These plans may involve modifications to diet and lifestyle choices, incorporation of nutraceuticals, and implementation of behavioral protocols to support patient outcomes.

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Tools We Use to Restore Function

Our Method

Built for Lasting Recovery

Comprehensive Assessment

We perform thorough evaluations including motion testing, postural analysis, and advanced imaging or labs to pinpoint the true root cause.

Targeted Treatment

Combining Chiropractic Sports Medicine, Neuromuscular Rehabilitation, and Functional Medicine for a true multi-disciplinary approach.

Long-Term Results

We focus on restoration, not band-aids — empowering you with corrective exercise and self-management tools that last.

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Schedule Your 20-Minute Complimentary Consultation

At Functional Restoration Institute, we recognize the uniqueness of each patient and provide personalized care. Schedule a free 20-minute consultation with Drs. Sani and Tara Kohen to discuss your needs and discover how we can help you achieve lasting relief.