Services & Techniques

At LifeForce Chiropractic, we take great pride in providing the finest chiropractic wellness care to our patients. Below is a sampling of the different chiropractic services we offer in our Minneapolis office.

Chiropractic Care at LifeForce Chiropractic in Minneapolis

 Drs. Kevin and Kari Wilhelmi perform advanced spinal correction in our Minneapolis practice utilizing the most up-to-date chiropractic techniques. Never in the history of chiropractic have we been able to provide the level of help and expertise that now exists. These newer correction methods are even safer, more comfortable and more effective than ever before. As a Doctors of Chiropractic, they have years of training and experience in spinal adjustment.

Acupuncture at LifeForce Chiropractic 

Acupuncture is based on Chinese Medicine.  The Chinese believe we have a vital energy in the body that allows our bodies to function, this energy is called Qi (chi).   When the Qi is imbalanced, blocked or in excess; the body falls out of harmony and we experience pain, dysfunction and disease.  Acupuncture treatments stimulate specific points to move the Qi and bring the body back in balance.  This ancient technique is very powerful when combined with chiropractic adjustments.  At LifeForce we utilize acupuncture not only for pain but also for imbalances such as anxiety, depresion, insomnia, hot flashes and infertility.

Spinal Decompression Therapy at LifeForce Chiropractic

The newest, most advanced technology for back and neck pain is now available in our office. We offer the DynaPro Spinal Health System which combines targeted decompression with laser light therapy, core stabilization exercises and nutritional support.  These offer a complete system to address all factors of spinal conditions, resulting in effective, lasting relief.  This is an FDA approved therapy for herniated discs, protruding discs, degenerative disc disease, facet syndrome and sciatic pain. 

Massage Therapy at LifeForce Chiropractic

We have three skilled massage therapists in our office.  They specialize in deep tissue massage, shiatsu, Sweidsh, hot stone massage, Thai yoga massage and myofascial work.  Session are scheduled as 30, 60 or 90 minutes sessions.  Rates are very reasonable.  If you are recovering from an injury, have a chronic condition, or your muscles just need a little extra attention, massage is a great theapy.  Our therapists have extensive training and experience in their field of expertise. 

Here are our therapists and their appointed days:

April Fleck: Monday and Tuesday, Shiatsu, Pre and Post-natal massage, Deep tissue, Swedish. Nationally Certified.  Learn more about April on her custom website:  thepracticalhealer.com

Colleen Dooley: Wednesday, Thursday and Friday, Deep Tissue, Hot Stone, Thai Yoga massage, Neuromuscular techniques, Craniosacral, Injury Recovery and Relaxation techniques. Colleen is also a certified Yoga instructor.  Learn more about Colleen at www.breathbybreathmassageandyoga.com

Jori Joslin: Saturday, Deep Tissue massage, Myofascial massage. Nationally Certified.

Corrective Exercises

We teach our patients special "blueprint" exercises designed just for them to help strengthen and correct their own unique problem. These exercises can be performed in the comfort of your own home and can improve the effectiveness of your spinal correction by as much as 30-40%. In addition to skeletal misalignment, muscles and connective tissues can be out of place or strained by improper alignment and use. Specific exercises and stretches can help your body stay in balance and in health.

Lifestyle Advice

We often find it helpful to "coach" our patients on certain activities they should avoid or do differently to avoid aggravating their particular health challenge. Our goal is to help every patient achieve a fulfilling and happy lifestyle full of the activities they enjoy most. We recognize that each our patient is a whole person, and help them reach true health and wellness is a collaborate effort between our professionals and our patients.

Nutritional Assessment

We provide specific recommendations on nutritional supplements and healthy food choices to enhance our patient´s return to optimal health. Do you know which supplements and vitamins are good for you? We work with products available only to health care practitioners, so you are guaranteed the highest quality supplements.  There are highly successful detoxification and anti-inflammatory programs available.

Simple changes can make big differences in your health.  The doctors can provide a structured nutritional program based on your individual needs.

Spinal & Postural Screenings

Posture and spinal screenings can reveal important health information and unlock the door to improved health and well-being. We provide screenings at area schools, community events, health fairs and places of employment. Contact us today to arrange a screening at your event or workplace.

We can also assess the need for spinal stabilization through the use of orthotics worn in your shoes.  A small investment in orthotics can pay off big in health and function. 

Physiotherapy

To compliment and enhance the healing effects of specific Chiropractic manipulative treatment, we at LifeForce Chiropractic are also able provide the following physiological therapeutic procedures:

• Ultrasound
• Interferential electrical muscle stimulation
• Infared Laser light therapy
• Mechanical traction
• Cryotherapy
• Moist heat therapy