Chiropractic Care for Low Back Pain in Arlington, WA
Low back pain interrupts everything — work, sleep, time with your kids, weekend projects around the house. At our Arlington, WA office we see patients of every age and activity level for back pain, from desk workers and farmers to nurses, contractors, and weekend athletes. The goal is the same for everyone: figure out what's driving the pain and address it conservatively.
Common Symptoms
- A deep ache across the lower back that worsens with sitting or standing
- Sharp, catching pain when bending forward or twisting
- Stiffness in the morning that loosens after movement
- Pain that radiates into the hip, buttock, or down the leg
- Difficulty getting up from a chair or out of bed
Common Causes
- Lifting injuries — moving furniture, hay bales, kayaks, kids
- Long hours of sitting with poor lumbar support
- Disc bulges, facet joint irritation, or sacroiliac dysfunction
- Pregnancy-related changes in the pelvis and core
- Old injuries that never fully resolved
How We Evaluate the Issue
We start with a thorough history, postural and gait analysis, range of motion testing, orthopedic and neurological exams, and palpation of the lumbar spine and pelvis. This tells us whether the pain looks more like a joint, muscle, disc, or nerve issue — and shapes the care plan accordingly.
How Chiropractic Care May Help
Lumbar adjustments aim to restore proper joint motion in the low back and pelvis, reduce nerve irritation, and let surrounding muscles relax. Flexion-distraction therapy is often added for disc-related back pain.
How Massage Therapy May Help
Therapeutic massage of the QL, glutes, and lumbar paraspinals can ease the protective muscle spasm that keeps the back locked up between adjustments.
How Red Light Laser Therapy May Help
Red light laser therapy may help reduce inflammation around irritated joints, discs, and soft tissue — useful for acute flare-ups and stubborn chronic cases alike.
When Referral or Imaging May Be Needed
Bowel or bladder changes, progressive leg weakness, or unexplained weight loss are red flags that call for medical workup. We'll refer or co-manage when those signs are present.
What to Expect at Your First Visit
Plan on 45–60 minutes. We'll examine, explain, and — in most cases — start care that same visit.
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