Golden Valley, Minnesota

Forward Spine Center is a husband-and-wife chiropractic clinic at 701 Decatur Ave N in Golden Valley, Minnesota (Hennepin County, just west of Minneapolis), serving Golden Valley, Plymouth, St. Louis Park and the greater Minneapolis area. Care is drug-free and noninvasive: no medication, no injections and no surgery.

Quick answer Forward Spine Center helps with chronic tendon and soft-tissue pain using shockwave therapy (plantar fasciitis, tennis elbow, Achilles, rotator cuff and hip tendon pain), provides prenatal and pregnancy chiropractic care with a Webster Technique certified chiropractor, and treats everyday musculoskeletal problems like low back pain, neck pain, sciatica, headaches, whiplash and sports injuries. Every new patient starts with a full exam, and care can combine chiropractic adjustments, shockwave, acupuncture, cupping and rehab exercises.
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Why patients choose us

  • Dr. Timothy Klesk, DC is certified through The Academy of Shockwave Excellence
  • Dr. Madeline Klesk, DC is Webster Technique certified through the ICPA
  • Care for newborns, kids, teens, parents and pregnancy
  • No referral needed: book online or by phone

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701 Decatur Ave N, Ste 102
Golden Valley, MN 55427

Open Monday through Friday
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Specialty care

Shockwave Therapy and Prenatal Chiropractic in Golden Valley

Two of the most requested services at Forward Spine Center, each led by a doctor with specific certification.

Shockwave therapy applicator used on the heel and plantar fascia for chronic heel pain at Forward Spine Center in Golden Valley, MN Certified provider
Featured treatment

Shockwave Therapy for Chronic Tendon and Soft-Tissue Pain

Shockwave therapy is a noninvasive treatment that delivers targeted acoustic waves through the skin to stimulate the body's healing response in stubborn tendon and soft-tissue injuries. It is often used when pain has lingered for months and hasn't improved with rest, stretching or other care.

Dr. Timothy Klesk, DC is certified in shockwave therapy through The Academy of Shockwave Excellence. At Forward Spine Center, shockwave is part of a full plan that can include chiropractic care, rehab exercises and acupuncture, not a stand-alone gadget treatment.

Conditions shockwave is commonly used for

  • Plantar fasciitis & heel pain
  • Tennis elbow
  • Achilles tendinopathy
  • Rotator cuff & shoulder tendon pain
  • High hamstring & outer hip (gluteal) tendon pain
  • Shin splints
  • Other chronic tendon & soft-tissue injuries

What a shockwave session is like

Sessions take about 5 to 10 minutes with a handheld device. Most people feel a tapping or pulsing sensation, and mild soreness afterward is normal. There's no surgery, no injection and no downtime, so most patients go back to their normal day right away. Shockwave is usually given as a series of sessions, and the number depends on the condition and how long you've had it.

Learn more about shockwave therapy in Golden Valley
Webster certified · ICPA
Featured care

Prenatal and Pregnancy Chiropractic Care in Golden Valley

Prenatal chiropractic care at Forward Spine Center is provided by Dr. Madeline Klesk, DC, who is Webster Technique certified through the International Chiropractic Pediatric Association (ICPA). She has post-doctorate training in women's health, pregnancy and perinatal care, and sees patients through all three trimesters and into postpartum recovery.

The Webster Technique is a specific chiropractic analysis and adjustment for pregnancy that focuses on pelvic and sacral balance. Dr. Madeline uses pregnancy-specific tables and pillows, gentle adjustments and soft-tissue work on areas like the round ligament, adapted to your stage of pregnancy.

Pregnancy and postpartum concerns we help with

  • Low back pain during pregnancy
  • Sciatica during pregnancy
  • Pelvic & pubic symphysis pain
  • Round ligament pain
  • Sacroiliac (SI) joint pain
  • Upper back, neck pain & headaches
  • Postpartum back & pelvic recovery

Working alongside your OB or midwife

Prenatal chiropractic care works alongside your OB or midwife, not in place of them. Talk with your prenatal provider about your plan, and call them right away about bleeding, fluid leakage, severe pain, or a change in your baby's movement.

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Chiropractic Care for Kids and Families

Dr. Madeline has additional pediatric training through the ICPA, and Forward Spine Center sees newborns, kids, teens and parents. Adjustments for children are gentle and adapted to each age and stage, and every child gets an exam first. Many families come in together, from pregnancy through the early years and beyond.

Pediatric & family chiropractor in Golden Valley · Read: Family chiropractic care for kids and parents

What we help with

Conditions We Treat

These are the problems patients most often come to Forward Spine Center for. Your exam determines which treatments fit your situation.

  • Low back pain

    Chiropractic adjustments, soft-tissue work, rehab exercises, acupuncture

    Chiropractic

  • Neck pain & desk-work posture pain

    Adjustments, soft-tissue work, posture and ergonomic guidance, exercises

    Chiropractic

  • Sciatica

    Exam to find the source, adjustments, nerve-mobility and core exercises, acupuncture

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  • Herniated & bulging discs

    Exam to tell a disc problem from stenosis, mechanical traction, gentle flexion-extension adjustments, exercise

    Chiropractic

  • Mid-back pain

    Adjustments, mobility work, cupping, exercises

    Chiropractic

  • Headaches & migraines

    Neck and upper-back care, soft-tissue work, acupuncture

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  • Whiplash & auto accident injuries

    Exam, gentle adjustments, soft-tissue work, progressive rehab

    Chiropractic

  • Shoulder pain & rotator cuff tendon pain

    Shockwave therapy, adjustments, rehab exercises

    Shockwave

  • Plantar fasciitis & heel pain

    Shockwave therapy, foot and ankle mobility, exercises

    Shockwave

  • Tennis elbow

    Shockwave therapy, soft-tissue work, loading exercises

    Shockwave

  • Achilles & hamstring tendon pain

    Shockwave therapy, progressive loading, running guidance

    Shockwave

  • Tendinitis & chronic tendon pain

    Shockwave therapy, rehab exercises

    Shockwave

  • Hip pain

    Adjustments, shockwave for gluteal tendon pain, exercises

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  • Carpal tunnel syndrome

    Wrist and upper-body mobility, soft-tissue work, ergonomic guidance

    Chiropractic

  • Sports injuries & shin splints

    Exam, adjustments, shockwave, return-to-sport exercises

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  • Pregnancy back, pelvic & sciatic pain

    Webster Technique and prenatal chiropractic care

    Prenatal

Treatments available at Forward Spine Center

Chiropractic care

Adjustments to restore motion to restricted joints, for adults, kids and pregnancy.

Shockwave therapy

Noninvasive acoustic-wave treatment for chronic tendon and soft-tissue pain.

Prenatal care

Webster Technique care through all three trimesters and postpartum.

Acupuncture

Fine, sterile needles for pain relief, often combined with chiropractic care. Read more

Cupping

Suction-based soft-tissue technique for muscle tension.

Craniosacral technique

A gentle, light-touch technique often used for tension headaches and neck tension.

Getting started

What Happens at Your First Visit

Every new patient gets a full history and physical exam so we can find what's actually causing the pain before recommending anything.

  1. Health history & exam

    We go over your symptoms and history, then do a hands-on physical exam. Bring a photo ID and any imaging or notes from other providers.

  2. Clear explanation

    Your doctor will explain what they found, whether chiropractic care, shockwave or another option fits, and what a realistic plan looks like.

  3. Coordinated care

    If something needs a medical doctor or imaging first, we'll tell you and help coordinate.

When to see a medical doctor first

Get medical care before starting chiropractic treatment if you have back pain with fever, unexplained weight loss, a recent major fall or accident, numbness in the groin or inner thighs, or new trouble controlling your bladder or bowels. For chest pain, sudden weakness, or any medical emergency, call 911.

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FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

What conditions does Forward Spine Center treat?

Forward Spine Center in Golden Valley, MN treats musculoskeletal conditions including low back pain, neck pain, sciatica, headaches, whiplash, shoulder pain, hip pain, carpal tunnel syndrome and sports injuries. It also offers shockwave therapy for chronic tendon pain such as plantar fasciitis, tennis elbow and Achilles pain, plus prenatal chiropractic care with a Webster Technique certified chiropractor.

Where can I get shockwave therapy near Golden Valley or Minneapolis?

Forward Spine Center at 701 Decatur Ave N, Ste 102, Golden Valley, MN 55427 offers shockwave therapy. Dr. Timothy Klesk, DC is certified through The Academy of Shockwave Excellence. Sessions take about 5 to 10 minutes with no downtime.

Is there a Webster certified chiropractor in Golden Valley?

Yes. Dr. Madeline Klesk, DC at Forward Spine Center is Webster Technique certified through the International Chiropractic Pediatric Association (ICPA) and provides prenatal chiropractic care through all three trimesters and postpartum, alongside your OB or midwife.

Is chiropractic care safe during pregnancy?

Chiropractic care is generally considered safe during pregnancy when it's provided by a chiropractor trained in prenatal care using pregnancy-specific tables and techniques. Always discuss it with your OB or midwife, and contact them right away about any warning signs such as bleeding or severe pain.

How many shockwave therapy sessions will I need?

It depends on the condition and how long you've had it. Shockwave is usually given as a series of short sessions, and your doctor will recommend a plan after your exam. Each session takes about 5 to 10 minutes, with no downtime.

Can a chiropractor help sciatica without medication?

Often, yes. At Forward Spine Center, sciatica care starts with an exam to find where the nerve irritation is coming from, then uses chiropractic adjustments, nerve-mobility and core exercises, and acupuncture when it fits, with no medication or injections. If you have numbness in the groin, loss of bladder or bowel control, or rapidly worsening leg weakness, get emergency medical care right away.

Do you treat children?

Yes. Dr. Madeline has additional pediatric training through the ICPA, and the clinic sees newborns, children, teens and parents. Adjustments for kids are gentle and adapted to age, and every child is examined first.

Do I need a referral to be seen?

No referral is needed. You can book directly online or by calling 763-332-2680. Bring any imaging or notes from other providers to your first visit.

Ready to Get Moving Again?

Forward Spine Center, 701 Decatur Ave N, Ste 102, Golden Valley, MN 55427. Serving Golden Valley, Plymouth, St. Louis Park and the greater Minneapolis area.

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This page is general information, not medical advice or a diagnosis. Last updated: October 2, 2026.