Soft Tissue Laser Therapy is an FDA-cleared modality that reduces inflammation, promotes healing, and ultimately results in pain reduction. Laser Therapy is effective in treating acute pain, chronic conditions, and post-op pain. It works by flooding the tissue with light photons of a specific wavelength, which research shows to energize cells resulting in increased circulation to the injured area.
Laser therapy treatment is safe, painless, and fast. Deep Tissue Laser Therapy treatments are administered in 5 to 10 minutes with most patients seeing results within 3 to 5 treatments.
Deep Tissue Laser Therapy utilizes your body’s own recuperative abilities by stimulating increased cellular activity, inducing a series of healing responses in the injured tissues. During treatment you will feel a soothing warmth that identifies the beginning of an 18-24 hour process of modulated cellular activity leading to decreased pain and inflammation and increased range of motion.
LiteCure Medical
LiteCure Medical is the preferred brand and leader in scientific research and education for laser therapy treatments.
FDA Approved
Laser Therapy is cleared by the FDA and adheres to strict ISO standards in order to provide you with the safest treatment options.
Non Invasive
Laser therapy treatments provide you with a highly effective and safe alternative to using drugs or ungoing invasive surgery.
Despite fast treatment times, laser therapy treatments initiate a healing process that continues to actively reduce the inflammatory process for up 24 hours post-treatment.
Laser Therapy Treatment in the Shoreview Area
Depending on your health issue, our team may suggest using Laser Therapy Treatment to help treat affected areas on your body. This can be extremely valuable in your treatment and get you feeling better, quicker. During your appointments, we’ll discuss if Laser Therapy options and if it make sense for your care.
Laser therapy causes chemical reactions at the cellular level. The photon energy accelerates the healing process, increases metabolism and improves circulation at the site of injury. It has been shown to be effective in the treatment of acute pain and injury, inflammation, chronic pain and post-operative conditions. It has been shown to accelerate the healing of damaged nerves, tendons and muscle tissue. Check out the video for a more detailed explanation:
Who uses Deep Tissue Laser Therapy?
LightForce™ Therapy Lasers are the preferred therapy lasers of professional sports teams. They are used by team trainers and physical therapists. Over 50 professional and collegiate athletic teams use LightForce Therapy Lasers. LightForce is the exclusive laser therapy partner of the University of Florida Gators. It is also utilized by USA Track/Field, USA Basketball, MLB, NHL, NFL, NBA, WNBA and throughout collegiate sports to reduce recovery times and get their athletes back in action and performing at their optimal level.
What will you feel during laser therapy?
Laser therapy treatment is safe, painless and fast. Patients feel a soothing warmth as laser energy gently penetrates the tissue and boosts your body’s own regeneration powers to relieve your pain. Deep Tissue Laser Therapy treatments are usually administered for 5 to 10 minutes depending on the body location. Results can be immediate but the most observed results are after 4 to 6 treatment sessions. The body continues to benefit from the effects of the therapy for 18-24 hours after treatment. During this time, modulated cellular activity leads to decreased pain and inflammation. Our class IV laser has a power output of 9 Watts! This is in comparison to class III lasers which operate at .5 Watts. This means that our laser is almost 20 times more powerful. We can accomplish in 6 minutes what the class III laser accomplishes in 120 minutes or 2 hours.
How do we incorporate deep tissue therapy into your physical therapy?
Clinically, the greatest effect of laser in the practice setting occurs in combination with either hands-on or instrument Chiropractic adjustments and other manual modalities such as massage, electrical muscle stimulation and neuromuscular re-education. It works synergistically with these procedures to augment the body’s own healing ability. The combination of these therapies allow us to get our patients better quicker with less residual discomfort and less formation of scar tissue! Deep tissue laser has even been show to reduce scar tissue formations from past injuries and surgical procedures.
Is Deep Tissue Laser Therapy right for you?
Deep Tissue Laser Therapy has become preferred by patients who have not responded to other interventions. Its ability to impact pain on a cellular level provides pain relief for not only simple conditions but chronic and complex conditions as well.
Is Deep Tissue Laser Therapy the Same as Cold Laser?
No, cold laser is not even in the same ball park as DTLT. There are many different types of laser apparatuses being used in Chiropractic clinics, medical clinics, physical therapy clinics and other healthcare clinics that are toted as being deep tissue laser. DTLT comes from a Class IV Medical Laser and is the only therapeutic laser that has the technology and ability to penetrate to the deeper tissues. All the other lasers barely penetrate through your layers of skin, some may get down a quarter of an inch but the LCT-1000 can penetrate up to three-quarters of an inch which is considerably deeper than other devices.
Thank God for Andrew and his team.
Before NorthStar I spent over 2 years in disabling pain & drowning in persistent concussion following a head-on crash.
Saw ~ 30 providers.
Now after ~ 3 months with NorthStar, everything has steadily improved, and I have hope.
Thanks so much. I can’t even say
I started going there about 1 week ago for migraines/lower back pain. So far No headaches and I can sleep on my back again. I recommend Dr. Andrew. They do different types of therapy that is recommended for you. I go twice a week and I feel much better each time I go.
I’ve been seeing Dr. Andy for 8+ years now, and I truly can’t recommend him enough. He is knowledgeable, professional, and genuinely cares about his patients’ long-term health—not just quick fixes.<br>Whether it’s routine adjustments, working through an injury, or helping with preventative care, he always takes the time to listen and explain what’s going on. I consistently leave feeling better and more aligned (literally and figuratively!).<br>If you’re looking for a chiropractor you can trust for the long haul, Dr. Andy is the best.
Dr Andy and his assistant Brendan are always helpful and committed to helping their clients. This place saved me from debilitating shoulder neck and arm pain. Highest recommendation possible!!!!
I started coming to Northstar over a year ago when I was having back spasms that caused such pain that I had tough time sitting. After a few months of weekly treatments, I have been feeling great and haven't had a spasm since. Strongly recommend.
I originally started with Dr Andy after a car accident and have continued for 2 more years for maintenance and it's been so good for my spinal health. Also everyone is so kind and welcoming:)
Dr. Andy is phenomenal, listens to the individual need and goes the extra mile. His support staff Emma and Brenden are great to work with and make billing a breeze!
Dr Andy gets it right every time. His adjustments keep me active and aligned every time. The staff is also so welcoming and wonderful. Love the variety of support Northstar Spine provides
Dr. Andy and Brendan are the best in the area! They are through and will develop a treatment plan that really works. Dont hesitate to make an appointment, you wont regret it and will be feeling better in no time!
I’ve been seeing Dr. Andy at NorthStar Spine for about 10 years, and I truly can’t say enough good things about him and his team. Over the years, he has consistently provided thoughtful, thorough, and personalized care. He takes the time to listen, explains everything clearly, and genuinely cares about long-term health; not just quick fixes.<br><br>What I appreciate most is his consistency and trustworthiness. After a decade as a patient, I can confidently say he is knowledgeable, professional, and deeply committed to his patients’ well-being. The office is welcoming, well-run, and always makes scheduling easy.<br><br>If you’re looking for someone you can trust for the long haul, Dr. Andy is the best. Highly recommend!
Dr Andy & staff have kept my 70+ year old body moving through years of computer work that was not kind to my neck & shoulders. Now in retirement he keeps me moving through many hours of enjoyable sewing! Thank you!!
I have been coming here for almost 10 years and Northstar Spine has a reputation for having some of the friendliest, most caring staff members of any chiropractic care in the area. Doctor Andy really gets to know you and makes sure you get the treatment that is right for you!
My lower back was negatively affecting my quality of life. It feels amazing since I’ve started seeing Dr. Andy and I’m able to do everything I want to do without chronic lower back pain. Getting regular adjustments also helps me keep illness away.
Love Dr. Andy and all his staff. Super flexible and easy to get in. I always feel better after getting adjusted. Check your them out if you’re new to chiropractic or looking for someone new to see. Highest recommendation!
I saw an ad for this place pop-up while I was on Facebook ironically, I was in need of getting adjusted and saw that they had a promotion running for $18 which I thought was totally fake. It was only 15 minutes from home so I took a chance on it and a boy am I happy that I did. Andrew and his team were very welcoming and the establishment was very clean. He was quick to help me narrow down some of my issues with my neck and back and got me adjusted and x-rayed right away. You cannot beat the service that they can provide especially on initial contact versus price. I would recommend it to anybody needing to be adjusted, especially if you do not have insurance.
Dr. Andy is friendly, knowledgeable, professional, and compassionate. He listens to his client’s needs and responds accordingly. The online system is easy to navigate and convenient for scheduling. Highly recommend!
Great place to go! I am a former college athlete who decides to stop taking care of himself after retirement. Dealing with back pain ever since but Brenden and Andy have done a phenomenal job helping me. 10/5 stars!
Great team & great care! They have helped me recover very well from the issues I’d been having. They’re friendly, patient, and you can tell they care about the health of every single one of their patients! They really take the time to explain what’s going on, how they’re going to help, and how to take care of yourself as well. I’m thankful for this team and their work! Highly recommend!!!
Professional, attentive, and very in tune with what your body needs. Experiencing great relief in my neck/shoulders which is what I came in for. Highly recommend.
Always kind and attentive to my needs. I have especially appreciated their flexibility with my schedule. Great location for me. They get my recommendation<br><br>They have added a sort of warmup station to loosen up your spine before adjustments. I have come look forward to the warmth in preparation for my appointment.
Andrew & Brenden deliver excellent care at North Star Spine. I was in need of relief from lower back pain and burning pain down my legs into my feet following an Auto accident! The extensive program they have me on has been incredibly helpful! Thank You so Much Dr. Krueger & Brenden!! 👍
Dr. Andy has helped this 68 year old woman stay on the healthy track for over five years now. His knowledge is amazing and I would recommend every one to stay in tune and alignment no matter the age. He is the key to my healthy journey!!
I had a great experience at NorthStar Spine! The staff was friendly, welcoming, and professional from the moment I walked in. Dr. Andy took the time to listen, explain everything clearly, and made me feel very comfortable. After my visit, I felt noticeable relief and improvement. I highly recommend NorthStar Spine to anyone looking for quality chiropractic care!
I have been going to Dr. Andy and Brenden for over a year now and they have been amazing the whole time. They take their time explaining the reasons behind treatments. They always do a great job and have great customer service!
I have the best chiropractic experience of my life with Dr. Andy<br>It was extremely knowledgeable. He explained everything Thoroughly<br>He was able to adjust me very smoothly<br>I am finally feeling some pain relief in my back that I’ve had for a long time!<br>I highly recommend this place!!!!
