Cold laser therapy in Burnsville, MN — painless low-level light that calms inflammation and supports healing in joints, muscles, and stubborn soft-tissue injuries.
Eagle Trace Spine & Sport
Cold Laser Therapy in Burnsville
Some aches and injuries are driven by inflammation that just won't settle. Cold laser therapy at Eagle Trace Spine & Sport is a painless, drug-free way to calm that inflammation and support healing — using low-level light to work at the cellular level in irritated joints, muscles, and soft tissue. No heat, no needles, no downtime.
We evaluate your injury and confirm cold laser is a good fit — it's most useful where inflammation and irritated soft tissue are driving the pain.
Step 2
Targeted light sessions
A handheld device delivers the laser light directly over the affected area. Sessions are short, completely painless, and require no recovery time.
Step 3
Combine with care and rehab
We pair cold laser with adjustments and targeted exercises so the calmed tissue heals under healthy mechanics — and the relief holds.
Why patients choose it
Benefits of cold laser therapy
Painless and drug-free — no heat, needles, or downtime
Calms inflammation at the source
Supports the body's natural tissue repair
Helpful for stubborn joint and soft-tissue pain
Pairs naturally with chiropractic care and rehab
Quick sessions that fit into your day
The basics
About cold laser therapy
Cold laser therapy (also called low-level laser therapy, or photobiomodulation) uses specific wavelengths of low-intensity light. Unlike surgical lasers, it produces no heat — the light passes into the tissue and is absorbed by the cells, where it helps boost the cell's energy production (ATP).
That extra cellular energy supports the body's own anti-inflammatory and repair processes: less swelling, less pain, and better conditions for irritated tissue to recover. Because it's gentle and non-invasive, cold laser pairs naturally with chiropractic care and rehab — easing the inflammation while we address the mechanics behind it.
What is cold laser therapy?
Cold laser therapy is a painless, non-invasive treatment that uses low-level light to calm inflammation and support healing. Because the light produces no heat (that’s the “cold” part), it’s completely comfortable — the energy is absorbed by your cells, where it helps fuel the body’s own repair and anti-inflammatory processes.
At Eagle Trace Spine & Sport in Burnsville, Dr. Jeff Plaster uses cold laser for the aches and injuries where inflammation is the real driver — irritated joints, soft-tissue injuries, and pain that’s been slow to settle.
What to expect
After confirming cold laser is a good fit, your clinician moves a small handheld device over the affected area. You won’t feel heat or discomfort — most patients feel nothing at all. Sessions are short, and there’s no downtime, so you can return to your day right away.
Because the therapy supports your body’s own healing, results build over a series of sessions. We pair it with chiropractic care and rehab so the calmed tissue recovers under healthy mechanics.
Who it helps
Cold laser therapy is a strong fit for patients dealing with:
Cold laser works best as part of a complete plan. Dr. Jeff Plaster combines it with chiropractic care, SoftWave therapy, and targeted corrective care so you’re not just easing symptoms — you’re resolving what’s behind them. Visit our new patients page or contact us to see if cold laser therapy can help.
Still have questions? Contact us — we're happy to help.
Does cold laser therapy hurt?+
No. Cold laser produces no heat and no sensation to speak of — most patients feel nothing more than the device resting against the skin. There's no downtime afterward.
How many sessions will I need?+
It depends on the condition. Many patients do a short series over a few weeks; more stubborn or chronic problems often respond best to a consistent course. Dr. Plaster will recommend a plan after evaluating you.
What conditions respond best to cold laser?+
Inflammation-driven and soft-tissue pain tends to respond best — irritated joints, tendon and muscle injuries, sprains and strains, arthritis flare-ups, and lingering neck or back pain.
Is cold laser therapy safe?+
Yes — it's non-invasive and well tolerated. We screen for the few contraindications during your exam, and your clinician confirms it's appropriate before starting.
“After being in a car accident in December, I received a mailer from Dr. Plaster at Eagle Trace Chiropractic. I’d never sought chiropractic care after an accident before, but something told me to schedule an evaluation—and I’m so glad I did.
One of the things that immediately stood out was how thorough the initial appointment was. They took X-rays, and Dr. Plaster reviewed them with me right then and there. He explained exactly what he was seeing, where the problem areas were, and how they were contributing to the pain I had been living with—all in a way that was easy to understand without ever feeling overwhelming. His knowledge is incredibly impressive, but what really sets him apart is his ability to connect with people. You can tell he genuinely cares about every patient, and the fact that he’s learned multiple languages to better serve his community speaks volumes about the kind of person he is.
Since starting care at Eagle Trace, my body has done a complete 180. The chronic pain and tension in my neck and shoulders have improved more than I ever thought possible. I move better, I hurt less, and I honestly feel like I have a much better quality of life. It’s opened a door I didn’t even know existed.
My treatment plan was thoughtfully designed around my specific injuries and included adjustments, the rolling table, neck and lower back decompression, massage therapy, and SoftWave therapy. Every part of my care felt intentional, and every member of the team played an important role in my recovery.
The massage therapists are phenomenal, and the front desk staff are truly the heart of the office. They’re the same wonderful people who help with decompression treatments, and they’re always kind, welcoming, attentive, and encouraging. Every visit feels personal because they genuinely care about how you’re doing. They also went above and beyond to help me navigate my auto insurance claim, making sure I understood my coverage and handling so much of the process. They even offered to connect me with an attorney if I ran into issues with insurance. Knowing they were advocating for me took so much stress off my shoulders. They also have very reasonable self-pay rates, making exceptional care accessible.
I walked into Eagle Trace unsure whether chiropractic care would really make a difference for me. Today, I’m a firm believer because of the life-changing care I’ve received from Dr. Plaster and his incredible team. If you’ve been in a car accident—or you’re simply living with chronic pain—I cannot recommend Eagle Trace Chiropractic highly enough.”
ABAnna BatzVerified review · Google”
“Very nice facilities, the girls in front excellent, they really are. Dr Jeff Plaster, great guy, polite, and very professional and very thorough, he will explain every thing to you. then he will crack your back and neck , he has a good touch. and you will start to feel good. then you go to the rollers. Love them . the rollers really complete the experience. love them. All in all , its a good experience to get your adjustment for the back . I would say
it's a 5 star experience. Thank you All.”
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“It was a wonderful experience! Highly recommend, I will definitely be back…”
