James T Barr

Dr. James Barr of Barr Chiropractic and Sports Clinic bought his business at 4719 Banning in White Bear Lake, MN in the summer of 2009. Originally from Minneapolis, he spent 23 years in northern Wisconsin in a community with a small town atmosphere. He wondered what it would be like practicing in the big city. He shares that White Bear Lake is the best of both worlds with that small town feel that’s beautifully warm and friendly. People love to come in and see Dr. Barr; they come in hurting and walk out smiling. Dr. Barr is friendly and loves to share a few good laughs with his patients as well as provide expert care. 

As a marathoner and triathlete, Dr. Barr understands very well the type of care the athletes who make up a large part of the sports side of his practice need. Patients at Barr Chiropractic range from colicky babies to the elderly in nursing homes to the very fit triathlete.

He is the Team Chiropractor for the MN Swarm professional lacrosse team. As a tri-athlete, Iron Man finisher, and marathon runner he enjoys working with athletes and patients of all ages. He is a Certified Chiropractic Sport Physician, certified in Active Release Technique (a non invasive relaxation for muscles), and nutrition wellness. Barr Chiropractic and Sports Clinic offers state of the art procedures including spinal decompression, laser, electrical muscle stimulation, and ultrasound therapy. He offers plantar fascitis treatment, Sure Fit Orthotics System and in-office rehab.

“A lot of people think of chiropractic as merely neck and back pain issues. I don’t believe there is another profession that gets to the heart of what health is about from not only neurological and spinal care, but also nutrition. Helping the body maintain its mobility and immune system function are the strength of good chiropractic care today.”

“Don’t wait until neck and back pain are bothering you, but take care of your spine because it is a lifeline to your health – especially as you get into your later years.”

Dr. Barr graduated from Northwestern College of Chiropractic in 1987. He is a member of the American Chiropractic Association and the Chiropractic Physicians Association. Dr. Barr, father of five, lives in the Hugo area with his family and beautiful wife Diane, a cat named Sawyer and a Golden Retriever called Summer. He enjoys hockey, running, hunting, singing and playing guitar. “Dr Jim” loves his family, friends, and patients. He believes in the healing art of chiropractic and finds reward in helping his patients live full and healthy lives.

Staff

Diane Barr 

Diane Barr is a highly skilled medical RN who helps out at the clinic from time to time. She primarily work as a nurse consultant for the long term care industry. We always enjoy the opportunity to have her with us when she is available.

Kathy Gustafson

I started working at Barr Chiropractic last Fall after receiving my Associate Degree to become a Medical Administrative Assistant. Dr Barr has taught me how to become a healthier person by taking better care of myself, in health and Chiropractic care. Now it is my turn to help others learn how Chiropractic care, diet, and overall wellness can improve their lives. 

I live in Linwood, Minnesota with my husband and two Labs. I love to walk in the woods, gardening, and enjoying time with my family. 

Andrea Woodruff

I grew up in Scandia and Lindstrom, MN.  I moved to Coon Rapids with my husband in 2008. I graduated from Minnesota School of Business in 2006 with a degree in Health and Exercise Science, and I completed my internship at the Courage Center in Stillwater, MN. I worked as a Nursing Assistant in long term care and transitional care for 10 years before beginning my new adventure here at Barr Chiropractic. 

I have always been a big believer in natural wellness and in staying active. Having worked in long term and transitional care for so long, I have seen how people benefit from staying active, and how detrimental it is to a person’s health and recovery from an injury, illness or surgery. Chiropractic care helps people to be able to enjoy their lives to the fullest, whether it’s keeping a patient running, biking, gardening, or just doing whatever makes them happy. 

My husband and I have 2 Labrador Retrievers, Rocco and Vixen. We love staying active along with them, whether it is hiking through the woods or swimming in the lake. I enjoy many activities, such as tennis, waterskiing, golfing, gardening, fishing, softball, camping and canoeing, and our yearly family trip to Ely for the big walleye bite. 

Grace Zuiker

I grew up in Rhinelander Wisconsin.  I moved to Minneapolis in the fall of '08 to start Chiropractic school at Northwestern.  When I am finished with school I plan on moving back to Wisconsin and practicing near my home town. 

 While growing up visiting the Chiropractor was being active in many different activities, Chiropractic has been one of the main things to keep me going in life.  Chiropractic for me has been a cure for aches and pains, as well as a regular maintenance tool. This is what ultimately drove me to want to become a Chiropractor myself.

In my free time I love to downhill ski and would like to become one of the assistant coaches for my home-town ski teams.  In the summer, hiking, biking and going to my cabin in the Upper Peninsula of Michigan are some of my favorite things to do.