“Chiropractic helped me with an injury during my college football days. I tried the traditional medicine approach, but really didn’t see any relief until after I saw a Chiropractor. The value in the relief I saw from Chiropractic is how I found this profession. I believe Chiropractic is an effective tool for pain relief and when paired with proper exercise it is by far the best protocol for neuromusculoskeletal problems.”
– Dr. Clete Linebarger
Dr. Clete Linebarger, Specializing in Chiropractic Care and Sports Medicine
Dr. Clete Linebarger attended Montana State University on an athletic scholarship and graduated with a Bachelor of Science degree in Sports Medicine. He was an All-Conference member of the 1984 National Championship Football team. He graduated from Northwestern Chiropractic College in 1990 and has been practicing in Bozeman, Montana, since then. Dr. Linebarger has been an adjunct faculty member at Montana State University and has completed a 120 hour course in Chiropractic Sports Medicine. He also completed the USA Weightlifting Club Coach program.
Dr. Linebarger was the Chiropractic Sports Physician for the Bozeman Icedogs when located in Bozeman and currently teaches functional fitness classes at the Ridge Athletic Club. In addition, Dr. Linebarger has provided advanced training for the Group Fitness and Personal Trainers at the Ridge Athletic Club. His experience and expertise have taken him worldwide as a trainer and speaker, teaching athletes to use functional exercise for optimal performance. Dr. Linebarger is a devoted husband and father of two children and is proud to call Bozeman home.
Dr. Konnor May
Dr. Konnor May is a Doctor of Chiropractic based in Bozeman, Montana, specializing in rehabilitation-focused care, performance optimization, and injury prevention. He is certified in dry needling and serves as a DOT Licensed Medical Examiner, providing comprehensive care for both active individuals and working professionals.
Originally from Bozeman, Dr. May attended Heritage Christian School, where he developed a strong foundation in athletics. He grew up playing soccer, continued competing at the collegiate level, and later coached both basketball and soccer experiences that continue to shape his approach to patient care and performance.
He completed his undergraduate studies at Point Loma Nazarene University before going on to earn his Doctorate of Chiropractic and Master’s degree in Strength and Human Performance from Parker University.
During his time at Parker University, Dr. May completed an internship under Dr. Ford, where he developed a rehabilitation-based chiropractic approach that integrates movement assessment, corrective exercise, and hands-on care. Throughout this period, he gained experience working with high-level athletes, including exposure to professional athletes within the Dallas Cowboys organization, performance environments such as Banner House at T Bar M, and Division I volleyball athletes.
These experiences refined his ability to assess movement, manage injury, and guide patients through effective return-to-play and performance-based care strategies.
Today, Dr. May combines chiropractic adjustments, soft tissue techniques, and targeted rehabilitation to help patients move better, recover efficiently, and perform at their highest level.
Attend a Peak Alignment class with Dr. Linebarger
Clete created and teaches a functional exercise therapy class called Peak Alignment. The class is designed to decrease stress on your joints by applying alignment principles to every activity.
Class Location:
The Ridge Athletic Club
4181 Fallon Avenue
Bozeman, MT, 59718
Hours:
Tuesday 12:10PM – 1:00PM
Thursday 12:10PM – 1:00 PM
Come join us!
