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Chiropractic Care at Life Medical

Available at Our St. Louis Park Office

Expert Chiropractic Care in St. Louis Park

At Life Medical, our chiropractors are experts in the health of your nerves, joints, and muscles. They provide skilled diagnosis and hands-on treatments to address a wide range of conditions — from sprains and nerve entrapments to arthritis — helping you find relief and restore mobility. Our chiropractors are portal of entry providers, meaning you can see them directly without a referral from another doctor.

Chiropractor performing a back adjustment on a patient

Our Chiropractic Services

Chiropractic care at Life Medical goes beyond simple adjustments. Our team offers a comprehensive range of evidence-based treatments tailored to your specific condition and goals.

  • Diversified joint manipulation for the spine and extremities
  • Gentle adjustments using Activator, ArthroStim, or Thompson Drop techniques
  • Manual therapy to relieve tension and improve mobility
  • Functional movement assessments (FMS, SFMA) with personalized rehabilitative programming
  • On-site X-ray imaging to support accurate diagnosis and treatment planning

No Referral Needed to See a Chiropractor

As portal of entry providers, our chiropractors can see patients without a referral. This means you can access expert chiropractic care quickly and easily.

  • Coordinate care with other medical specialists when needed
  • Refer patients for diagnostic imaging (such as X-rays or MRIs)
  • Help streamline access to additional medical services

Please see the insurance notice below for important information regarding coverage.

Doctor consulting with a patient about chiropractic treatment options

Meet Our Chiropractic Specialist

Dr. Taran Barrett, DC — Head of Rehabilitation at Life Medical

Taran Barrett, DC, IFMCP, FMS/SFMA

Head of Rehabilitation

Dr. Barrett is a chiropractor and certified functional medicine practitioner who provides evidence-based, patient-centered care at Life Medical. With a background in biochemistry and functional medicine certification, he focuses on treating the root causes of chronic pain and musculoskeletal conditions. He graduated Summa Cum Laude and as Valedictorian from Northwestern Health Sciences University.

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Institute for Functional Medicine
FMS Move Often
ETCA Certified

Important Notice of Insurance Coverage on Chiropractic Care

Effective 01/01/2026 due to a change in Minnesota state law, chiropractic services are no longer a covered benefit for members aged 21 and over enrolled in Minnesota Health Care Programs (MHCP). Please contact your insurance provider if you are not sure if chiropractic services will still be covered under your plan.

Please contact your insurance specialist if you are not sure if chiropractic services will still be covered under your plan, or if out-of-pocket pricing listed below.

Out-of-Pocket Pricing for Chiropractic Care at Life Medical

ServicePrice
Initial Examination (30 min)$75
Follow up Adjustment (20 min)$40
Additional time (per 10-minute interval)$20 per 10-minute interval

*This pricing is for self-pay patients only and does not include commercial insurance plans or applicable cases. Please speak with our billing professionals to discuss your coverage.

Stay up to get adjusted and see how much better you can feel. Whether you are managing a chronic condition or recovering from an injury, our chiropractors are here to help you regain function and improve your quality of life.

Support for Work and Auto Injuries

We provide comprehensive chiropractic care for injuries related to workplace accidents and automobile collisions. Our goal is to support your recovery while helping you manage the legal and insurance aspects of your claim.

Our fully equipped facility includes on-site X-ray, diagnostic ultrasound, physical therapy, chiropractic care, massage therapy, laser treatment, TENS/e-stim, and braces.

We also work with:

  • Work restrictions: documentation to support your safe return to activity
  • Diagnostic coordination: working with on-site and outside diagnostic services
  • Direct billing for insurance providers: to both auto and workman's comp chiropractic claims

We adjudicate friendly with:

  • Legal teams: to help provide excellent medical reports
  • Medicare and physical therapists: ensure coordinated, high-quality care for those involved

Frequently Asked Questions

Experience Relief with Expert Chiropractic Care

Take the first step toward improved mobility, reduced pain, and better overall health. Call Life Medical today to schedule your chiropractic appointment — no referral needed.

Call (952) 933-8900
Patient connecting with Life Medical chiropractic care team