Forward Spine Center is a two-doctor chiropractic and acupuncture clinic at 701 Decatur Ave N in Golden Valley, Minnesota. Many of our headache patients sit at a computer all day, and their headaches start in the neck and upper back.
Why patients choose us
- Chiropractic and acupuncture in one clinic
- We look for your triggers, not just the pain
- In network with most major insurance plans
- No referral needed: book online or by phone
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701 Decatur Ave N, Ste 102
Golden Valley, MN 55427
Serving Golden Valley, Minneapolis, St. Louis Park, New Hope, Plymouth, Robbinsdale, Crystal and Wayzata
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Headaches We Help With
The key to managing headaches is understanding what is behind them. We ask about tension, posture, jaw clenching, sleep and the repetitive things you do every day.
Tension headaches
The most common type: a dull pressure around the head, like a tight band, often spreading into the neck and shoulders. Stress, computer work and long periods on a device are common triggers.
Neck-related (cervicogenic) headaches
Pain that starts in a stiff, tight neck and radiates into the head, on one or both sides. It can make you not want to turn or bend your neck.
Migraines
Intense, often one-sided, throbbing headaches with sensitivity to light, sound and smell. We work alongside your medical care.
Jaw & TMJ-related headaches
Clenching and jaw tension can feed headaches. We check the jaw as part of your exam.
Posture & desk headaches
Leaning toward a screen with rounded shoulders tightens the chest and the muscles at the base of the skull.
Sinus pressure
In dry weather and around the holidays, acupuncture can help release pressure in the face.
How We Care for Headaches in Golden Valley
Adjustments can bring quick relief, but our goal is long-term management. We help you find your triggers and give you tools to use at home.
Chiropractic adjustments
To reduce tension and restore movement in the neck joints, taking load off overworked muscles.
Soft-tissue work
Muscle work before adjustments so tightness doesn't pull the adjustment back. Sessions may start with heat or electrical muscle stimulation.
Acupuncture
Needling the head, neck or shoulders depending on where you hold tension. Treatment usually takes about 30 minutes; plan for 30 to 40.
Craniosacral technique
A gentle, light-touch technique often used for tension headaches and neck tension. Learn more
Exercises & nerve glides
Strengthening for weak deep neck muscles, stretches for tight ones, and occipital nerve flossing when that nerve is irritated.
Trigger & posture coaching
We look at posture, hobbies, exercise, sleep and how you carry your head, and help you change what feeds your headaches.
Meet Your Golden Valley Headache Chiropractors
Dr. Timothy Klesk, DC earned his Doctorate of Chiropractic from Northwestern Health Sciences University in 2014 and completed the Primary Spine Practitioner program at the University of Pittsburgh, which emphasizes front-line diagnosis, management and care coordination for people with spine problems. His focus is conservative care that helps patients reach their goals without medication or surgery.
Dr. Madeline Klesk, DC also earned her Doctorate of Chiropractic from Northwestern Health Sciences University in 2014. She is a certified acupuncturist and yoga instructor with an extensive education in sports injuries, so chiropractic care and acupuncture can be combined in one visit. Read both doctors' bios
What Patients Say About Headache Care
Forward Spine Center is rated 5.0 on Google. In patients' own words:
My neck pain and headaches have been relieved and my posture is on its way to perfect!
Jackson E., Google reviewBoth acu and chiro have helped me with my migraines and overall wellbeing.
Mara Z., Google reviewDr. Klesk has helped provide support, exercises and education through a routine adjustment, TMJ inducing migraines and even sciatic nerve pain.
Allison C., Google review... acupuncture which helped my migraines ...
Jennifer R., Google review
Excerpts from public Google reviews. Individual experiences vary.
Your First Visit
Nothing happens before you understand it. Ask questions at every step.
History & exam
After you book a New Patient Appointment, you'll get an email to set up your account and fill out intake forms. Your first visit starts with a full history and a hands-on exam of how you move.
Find the pain generator
Dr. Tim breaks spine pain into four structures that can cause symptoms: the joints, the discs, the nerve roots and the muscles. Testing each one tells us what is driving your pain, and what is not.
A plan you understand
We explain what we found and what we recommend before any treatment. Your plan includes in-office care plus exercises and habits to use at home, with a defined goal.
Call 911 or get emergency care if
You have a sudden, severe "worst ever" headache; a headache after a head injury; a headache with fever and a stiff neck; or a headache with confusion, weakness, numbness, vision changes or trouble speaking. A new pattern of headaches should also be checked by your medical doctor. For a medical emergency, call 911.
Does Insurance Cover Headache Care?
Most health insurance plans cover chiropractic care, and we are in network with most major plans. No referral is needed to book.
- In network with most major plans
- Medicare
- Most Medicaid plans
- Workers' compensation
- Personal injury / auto accident
- HSA & FSA cards
- Self-pay with a Good Faith Estimate
Bring your insurance card and photo ID to your first visit. Questions about your plan? Call the front desk at 763-332-2680 or see our FAQ.
Headache Guides
Written by our Golden Valley doctors.
3 tips for cervicogenic headaches
Neck-related headaches and how we manage them.
Acupuncture for chronic headaches
What an acupuncture visit for headaches looks like.
Headache relief: chiropractic in action
A typical headache treatment, step by step.
Headache & Migraine Questions
Is there a chiropractor for headaches in Golden Valley, MN?
Yes. Dr. Timothy Klesk, DC and Dr. Madeline Klesk, DC at Forward Spine Center, 701 Decatur Ave N, Ste 102, Golden Valley, MN 55427, help people manage tension headaches, neck-related headaches and migraines with chiropractic care and acupuncture. The clinic serves Golden Valley, Minneapolis, St. Louis Park, New Hope, Plymouth, Robbinsdale, Crystal and Wayzata.
Can a chiropractor help with tension headaches?
Tension headaches often come with tight neck and shoulder muscles and stiff neck joints. Care usually combines adjustments and soft-tissue work with posture and workstation changes and stretches you can do at home.
What is a cervicogenic headache?
A headache that starts in the neck. It often comes with neck stiffness and pain that radiates from the neck into the head, on one or both sides, and can last a few hours or a few days.
Do you offer acupuncture for migraines?
Yes. Dr. Madeline is a certified acupuncturist, and acupuncture can be combined with an adjustment in the same visit. Treatment usually takes about 30 minutes. We work alongside your medical doctor's migraine care, not in place of it.
Does insurance cover chiropractic care for headaches?
Yes. Most health insurance plans cover chiropractic care, and Forward Spine Center is in network with most major plans. We also accept Medicare, most Medicaid plans, workers' compensation and personal injury claims, and HSA/FSA cards. Bring your insurance card and photo ID to your first visit. If you don't have insurance, ask us for a Good Faith Estimate before your visit.
How many visits will I need?
It depends on what is driving your headaches. After your exam, we explain what we recommend. Our goal is to give you the tools to manage headaches yourself, not an open-ended schedule.
When is a headache an emergency?
Call 911 or get emergency care for a sudden, severe "worst ever" headache, a headache after a head injury, a headache with fever and a stiff neck, or a headache with confusion, weakness, numbness, vision changes or trouble speaking.
Fewer Headaches Start With the Right Plan
Forward Spine Center, 701 Decatur Ave N, Ste 102, Golden Valley, MN 55427. Chiropractic care, acupuncture and rehab with Dr. Timothy Klesk, DC and Dr. Madeline Klesk, DC.
This page is general information, not medical advice or a diagnosis. Last updated: October 21, 2026.
