Compassionate Care for Back, Hip, and Chronic Pain in Minneapolis
🌿 Relief for pain that keeps coming back—and care that looks at the whole picture.
At Stockheart Whole Health, we understand pain patterns that linger and return, with gentle, trauma-informed care that supports both your body and your nervous system.
Pain is Not “Normal Aging”—and You Can Feel Better.
Living with back or hip pain can feel overwhelming. Some days it’s a dull ache that wears you down, other days it flares so sharply you can’t move the way you want to, or need to. And when pain lingers for months—or even years—it starts to affect every part of life: work, sleep, relationships, and even your sense of self.
💬 Back pain that flares with stress or small movements?
💬 Hip pain that makes walking, sitting, or sleeping uncomfortable?
💬 Chronic pain that shifts from day to day, leaving you exhausted and frustrated?
💬 Tired of quick fixes that only last a week or two?
💬 Wondering why your body feels “stuck” in pain patterns no one can explain?
You deserve care that looks deeper than posture or pain pills. At Stockheart, we believe you—and we know how to help.
Free Guide: 5 Gentle Strategies for Back & Hip Relief
Living with back or hip pain can feel overwhelming — especially when you’re not sure what will help without making things worse. That’s why we created this gentle, step-by-step guide. Inside you’ll find safe, practical strategies to ease pain and support your body’s healing.
What You’ll Get:
✅ 5 simple, evidence-based ways to reduce pain at home
✅ Nervous system–friendly movement tips that don’t flare symptoms
✅ Guidance for better sleep and recovery
✅ Support for both short-term relief and long-term healing
✅ Written with compassion for sensitive, complex bodies
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Why Back, Hip & Chronic Pain Are So Complex
Pain isn’t just about what shows up on an X-ray. For many people, chronic back or hip pain involves multiple layers working together:
🧠 Nervous System Stress – When the body gets stuck in fight-or-flight, muscles hold tension protectively
🔄 Structural Imbalances – Misalignments in spine or pelvis change how nerves and muscles communicate
🔥 Inflammation – From diet, hormones, or hidden triggers that amplify pain signals
💔 Emotional Holding – Stress, trauma, and grief often live in the tissues
⚡ Sensitization – Over time, pain pathways can become overactive and harder to quiet
Some patients come to us with a diagnosis—like arthritis, disc herniation, degenerative joint disease, or degenerative disc disease—and are told to “wait until it’s bad enough for surgery.” Others live with conditions like fibromyalgia, where pain is widespread but invisible on tests. Either way, you deserve support that goes beyond short-term fixes.
Instead of chasing symptoms, we address all of these layers with a gentle, integrative approach that helps your body reset.
Healing Pathways for Pain
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Precise, low-force adjustments to realign the spine and pelvis without cracking or force. Especially helpful for degenerative disc disease or hip misalignment.
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Reduces inflammation, calms pain pathways, and helps regulate your nervous system. Research supports its benefits for arthritis, back pain, and fibromyalgia.
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Supports natural unwinding of deep tension patterns, often linked with trauma or chronic holding.
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Improves circulation, eases tight muscles, and restores mobility. Can reduce stiffness in arthritis and help fibro patients release muscle guarding.
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Looks for underlying drivers—like systemic inflammation, nutrient depletion, or hidden triggers—that keep pain cycles going.
Our team works together to create a personalized plan that respects your body’s pace and supports healing from the inside out.
Ready for Relief that Lasts?
You don’t have to live with pain as your “new normal.” Whether it’s back pain, hip pain, arthritis, fibromyalgia, or disc disease, we’re here to help you find a path forward.
Serving patients across Minneapolis, including Uptown, Whittier, LynLake, Powderhorn, and beyond.
Frequently Asked Questions
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A: If back, hip, or chronic pain is interfering with your daily life — affecting sleep, movement, work, or your ability to enjoy activities — it’s worth getting support. You don’t have to wait until things are “bad enough.” Gentle, conservative care at our Minneapolis clinic can often prevent pain from worsening and help you feel better sooner.
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A: Yes. We don’t replace your primary care or orthopedic provider — we complement them. There is a time and place for injections, prescriptions, or even surgery. At Stockheart Whole Health in Minneapolis, we focus on holistic, conservative pain relief that expands your options and supports your body’s healing alongside mainstream medicine.
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A: Many of our patients come to us after other treatments haven’t provided lasting relief. Our approach is different because it looks at the whole person — including nervous system stress, inflammation, and lifestyle patterns — not just the painful area. We adapt care for sensitive bodies and complex conditions like arthritis, degenerative disc disease, and fibromyalgia. This whole-person approach makes us a trusted option for chronic pain treatment in Minneapolis.
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A: Yes. We often work with patients who are healing from spinal surgery, joint replacement, or other orthopedic procedures. Our gentle chiropractic and integrative therapies support recovery, reduce compensatory pain patterns, and help you regain strength and mobility.
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A: Every healing journey is unique. Some people feel relief right away, while others notice gradual improvements over time. Our goal is to help you move toward more comfort, stability, and quality of life at a pace that works for your body.
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A: Your first appointment is 90 minutes. We take time to understand your full story, explain what your diagnosis means, and outline a plan that feels doable for you. You’ll leave with clarity, next steps, and a sense that your pain is finally being taken seriously.
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A: Not necessarily. If you already have imaging, bring it with you — it can be helpful context. But we don’t require imaging before beginning care. If we believe imaging would change your treatment plan or reveal important details, we’ll guide you to the right provider to get it done.
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A: Absolutely. All our providers are well educated in providing safe and effective care for every body, We specialize in gentle, low-force chiropractic techniques that are safe for fragile bones and sensitive bodies. You’ll never experience high-pressure or forceful adjustments here — instead, we use precise, conservative methods to keep you safe while helping ease pain and improve function.
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A: Your auto insurance will cover some care if your issue is related to an accident. Otherwise, we have made the decision to remain out of insurance networks so we have the freedom to provide the level of care we feel you deserve. You can inquire with your health insurance plan to learn about out-of-network coverage. We accept HSA/FSA cards, offer memberships and bundles, and provide sliding scale options when appropriate. Holistic pain care shouldn’t be out of reach, and we work to make our services accessible.
Taking Time to Explain, Guide & Support
At Stockheart, we don’t rush through your visit or leave you alone with a confusing diagnosis. We take the time to:
Identify the root causes and patterns contributing to your pain
Explain what your diagnosis means in plain language—whether it’s arthritis, degenerative disc disease, or fibromyalgia
Offer practical strategies for improving quality of life while living with ongoing conditions
Partner with you to set realistic, compassionate goals for movement, energy, and daily activities
Our goal is for you to leave every appointment feeling understood, empowered, and clear about your next steps.
Identify the Patterns.
We look beyond symptoms to uncover root causes—whether structural, inflammatory, or nervous system related.
Explain the Diagnosis.
We translate medical words into clear, practical language so you understand what your diagnosis means.
Support Daily Living.
Together, we design strategies to improve mobility, energy, and comfort for daily life.
Trauma-informed, whole-person care—designed for sensitive bodies.
What Our Clients Share
Living with chronic pain can feel isolating—but you’re not alone. Many of our patients came to Stockheart after years of being told their pain was “just aging” or “all in their head.” Here’s what they’ve shared about finally feeling understood, supported, and cared for in a new way.
Real Relief. Real Stories.
Free Guide: 5 Gentle Strategies for Back & Hip Relief
Living with back or hip pain can feel overwhelming — especially when you’re not sure what will help without making things worse. That’s why we created this gentle, step-by-step guide. Inside you’ll find safe, practical strategies to ease pain and support your body’s healing.
What You’ll Get:
✅ 5 simple, evidence-based ways to reduce pain at home
✅ Nervous system–friendly movement tips that don’t flare symptoms
✅ Guidance for better sleep and recovery
✅ Support for both short-term relief and long-term healing
✅ Written with compassion for sensitive, complex bodies
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The Missing Pieces in Traditional Treatment
Your mainstream medical providers are brilliant. They have the best of intentions. But the system isn’t designed to support complex conditions like yours and not all medical providers are aware of options like the ones offered at Stockheart.
And most importantly, conventional approaches often focus on symptom suppression rather than root cause healing:
❌ Band-aid medications that may help temporarily but don't address underlying dysfunction
❌ "It's all in your head" dismissal when tests come back "normal"
❌ One-size-fits-all protocols that don't account for your unique case
❌ Rushed appointments that don't allow time to understand your full experience
At Stockheart, we take a different approach. We spend time understanding your unique symptom pattern, your health history, and what special combination of care will facilitate your body’s ability to heal.
🌿 Healthcare Navigation:
You Don’t Have to Do This Alone
Trying to find your way through today’s healthcare system can feel overwhelming. Specialists don’t always talk to each other, options feel scattered, and the burden of coordinating care too often falls on you.
At Stockheart, we believe healing shouldn’t be another full-time job. We help you:
🧭 Understand and prioritize your options — which treatments make the most sense right now, and what can wait.
🌐 Incorporate the full spectrum of healing tools — from chiropractic, acupuncture, and functional medicine to specialists, imaging, or lab testing when needed.
💸 Consider financial realities — we know resources aren’t unlimited, so we help you focus on the options that bring the most value and impact.
🤝 Bridge communication gaps — translating medical jargon, clarifying next steps, and coordinating with other providers when possible.
The result? A clearer path forward. Less stress. And the confidence that you’re making the right decisions for your body, your life, and your resources.
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Your Journey to Feeling Better
We know you may have tried many things before—physical therapy, medications, injections, or even surgery consults. Our approach is different because it’s whole-person, conservative, and trauma-informed:
🤝 Thorough Initial Assessment (90 minutes)
We take the time to listen. You’ll share your full story, health history, and what has (or hasn’t) worked before.
🔍 Root Cause + Pain Pattern Investigation
Through careful physical evaluation and functional medicine testing when needed, we identify the deeper drivers—whether arthritis, disc changes, inflammation, or nervous system overload.
🎯 Personalized, Gentle Care Plan
No one-size-fits-all. Your plan may include chiropractic, acupuncture, massage, or nutritional support—always adapted to your body’s sensitivities.
📖 Education & Empowerment
We explain what your diagnosis means in plain language, so you feel clear, not confused. Our goal is to help you manage pain and improve quality of life—even with ongoing conditions like degenerative joint disease or fibromyalgia.
📈 Ongoing Support & Adjustment
Your body changes over time, and so does your care. We regularly check in, adapt treatments, and celebrate progress with you.
Your healing path is unique, and it doesn’t have to be rushed. We’re here to support you, every step of the way.
Take the Next Step
You don’t have to live at the mercy of unpredictable symptoms.
At Stockheart Whole Health, we offer comprehensive 90-minute assessments where we take time to hear your full story and create a plan that works for your body.
“Chronic pain isn’t just mechanical—it’s often a nervous system signal. That’s why we treat the whole body, not just where it hurts.”
We specialize in treating complex, sensitive, often-overlooked bodies. And we know healing happens best at your own pace.
“The team’s kindness made all the difference in my migraine recovery. They saw the whole me.”
Trauma-informed, whole-person care—designed with your comfort, safety, and sensitivity in mind.
Stockheart Whole Health
Minneapolis' leading clinic for complex chronic conditions
Gentle Chiropractic • Acupuncture • Therapeutic Massage • Anti-inflammatory Lifestyle Recommendations
Specialized treatment for: Back pain • Hip pain • Sciatica • Fibromyalgia Syndrome • Degenerative Disc Disease • Piriformis Syndrome • Spinal Stenosis • Arthritis
Stockheart Whole Health
Located inside Odigo Wellness
3115 Hennepin Avenue
Minneapolis MN | 55408
612.448.4434 | hello@stockheart.com
Hours:
By appointment
Seven days a week morning, afternoon and evening options available.
Located in the beautiful East Bde Maka Ska neighborhood of uptown Minneapolis.
Parking: Free off-street parking available. Enter from Hennepin Avenue just north of our building.
Serving Uptown, Whittier, Powderhorn, Lyn-Lake, Kingfield, Linden Hills, South Minneapolis, St. Louis Park, and surrounding Minneapolis and St. Paul neighborhoods
Trusted by patients from Mayo Clinic, Abbott Northwestern, and beyond.