Chiropractic Care in Lynnwood
At Alderwood Back and Neck Pain in Lynnwood, chiropractic care is a personalized, natural way to keep your spine, joints, and nervous system working at their best.
When spinal joints stop moving well, they can irritate nearby nerves, strain discs, and speed up joint wear. That’s when stiffness, pain, and those “I feel old” vibes start creeping in.
Dr. Darcy Szigety, DC focuses on restoring healthy motion with gentle chiropractic adjustments, soft tissue work, and simple corrective exercises or movement coaching. The goal isn’t just to chase pain — it’s to help your body move better and stay more resilient over time.
In the office, the vibe is calm, clear, and conversational. You’re listened to, not rushed, and you always know what the plan is and why.
Call (425) 775-6767 to schedule your complimentary consultation.
What is Chiropractic?
If you are new to chiropractic, think of it as focused care for your spine and joints that also supports your nervous system. Your spine is like the main highway for your nerves. When the individual joints in that highway get stuck, irritated, or misaligned, they can put extra stress on nerves, muscles, and discs.
Dr. Szigety often explains chiropractic adjustments as a way to “remind” joints how they are supposed to move. A chiropractic adjustment is a precise, gentle input into a joint that is not moving the way it should. Sometimes that makes a small popping sound, sometimes it is a quiet, low force instrument tap, depending on the technique used and what you are comfortable with.
When motion improves, the pressure on surrounding tissues can ease. That can mean less pain, less muscle guarding, and better overall function. Chiropractic does not force your body to heal. It takes away some of the mechanical roadblocks so your body has a better shot at doing what it already knows how to do.
Is Chiropractic Care Safe?
Safety is a huge priority at Alderwood Back and Neck Pain. Chiropractic care is delivered by a licensed doctor who has spent years studying the spine, joints, and nervous system. Before any adjustment happens, Dr. Szigety takes a detailed history and performs an exam so you are not getting “random cracking.”
There is more than one way to adjust. Techniques can range from hands on manual adjustments to very light, instrument assisted corrections.
At Alderwood Back and Neck Pain clinic, care may include:
- Manual adjustments for specific spinal or extremity joints
- Instrument assisted adjustments that use handheld tools for low force corrections
- Drop table methods that let gravity assist the adjustment so less force is needed
- Gentle, modified techniques for kids, seniors, and pregnant patients
Techniques and force are chosen based on your age, comfort level, exam findings, and goals. Chiropractic care is generally considered safe when it is provided by a trained chiropractor who screens for red flags and adapts care to the individual. If something is not appropriate for you, it will not be done. Period.
Our Chiropractic Treatment Approach
Your plan at Alderwood Back and Neck Pain is built around your story, not a one size fits all schedule.
First visit
Things start with a sit down conversation about your health history, current symptoms, past injuries, work, and lifestyle. Then Dr. Szigety performs a physical exam that can include:
- Posture and movement assessment
- Range of motion testing
- Orthopedic and neurological checks
- Hands on palpation of the spine, joints, and muscles
- X rays when needed to evaluate alignment or rule out certain issues
From there, you get a clear explanation of what looks irritated or restricted and how that ties into your pain or stiffness.
Plan of care
A typical plan may include:
- Chiropractic adjustments to restore motion in specific spinal or extremity joints
- Soft tissue and myofascial work for tight or overworked muscles
- Simple corrective exercises, stretches, or “movement snacks” you can do at home or at work
- Coaching on ergonomics, sleep positions, lifting, and daily habits that keep irritating the area
Many people feel some relief in the first phase of care, especially when joints have been stuck for a while. Deeper change in posture, strength, and stability usually takes more time and consistency. Dr. Szigety often talks about phases like initial relief, correction, then maintenance or wellness care, and will be honest with you about where you are and what makes sense next.
Specialized Tools for Chiropractic Care
The tools in the office are there to make care more comfortable and precise, not more intimidating. Common equipment and methods include:
- Chiropractic adjusting tables, including drop sections, so your body is supported and adjustments can be delivered with less force
- Manual adjusting techniques, where Dr. Szigety uses her hands for specific corrections
- Handheld adjusting instruments, similar to Activator or ArthroStim style tools, for gentle, low force adjustments when a lighter touch is better
- Soft tissue tools and hands on myofascial techniques to release tight muscles and fascia
- Therapeutic modalities such as heat, cold, and laser type therapy when appropriate to calm irritated tissues and support healing
- Basic rehab and mobility tools, like bands, wedges, or simple home props, to help you continue the work between visits
You are always told what is being used, what it does, and you can opt out of any technique you do not vibe with.
Chiropractic Care for All Ages and Stages of Life
Chiropractic is not just for people who “threw their back out.” At Alderwood Back and Neck Pain, care is adapted to a wide range of ages and life stages.
- Older adults: support for mobility, balance, and joint comfort so daily tasks feel less sketchy
- Adults and athletes: help with work stress, lifting strain, and sports or gym injuries
- Teens: support for posture, sports, and heavy screen time
- Kids and babies: very gentle, age appropriate care to address tension, falls, or postural changes as they grow
- Pregnant patients: modified techniques to ease back and pelvic discomfort and support alignment as the body changes
- Post surgical patients: careful work around related regions when appropriate, always respecting surgical sites and coordinating with other providers when needed
Long term, keeping joints moving well can help slow down wear and tear, keep your nervous system less irritated, and make it easier to stay active without feeling like everything hurts all the time.
Real Patient Wins — Case Study
A mid thirties parent who worked at a computer all day came in with constant neck and upper back pain, tension headaches several times a week, and a low level ache in the low back. They had tried pain meds and stretching apps, but nothing stuck.
On exam, Dr. Szigety found forward head posture, restricted motion in the mid and lower neck, tight shoulder and chest muscles, and some stiffness in the low back joints. The care plan started with focused cervical and thoracic adjustments, soft tissue work for the upper back and chest, and easy posture drills they could do in sixty second breaks.
Within a few weeks, headaches were less frequent and workdays felt less exhausting. Over the next couple of months, they noticed better posture in photos and more energy for playing with their kids. Home care included daily mobility work, micro breaks from the screen, and better sleep habits.
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FAQs - Chiropractic Care
Does chiropractic care hurt?
Most people are surprised by how gentle chiropractic care feels. You might notice mild soreness after the first few visits, similar to starting a new workout, as your body adapts to moving differently. Techniques and force can always be adjusted if something feels like too much.
Do I have to keep coming forever?
No one is locked into endless visits. Some patients choose to come only until their main complaint improves. Others like periodic check ins to maintain function and prevent flare ups. Dr. Szigety will lay out options so you can decide what level of ongoing care fits your goals and budget.
Do you see patients after car accidents or injuries?
Yes. Many patients come in after car accidents, falls, or sports injuries. The exam will include specific orthopedic and neurological checks, and imaging may be recommended if needed. Care is tailored to your injury and comfort level, and Dr. Szigety can coordinate with other providers on your team.
Can kids and teens see a chiropractor?
Yes. Techniques are modified for smaller bodies and growing spines. Adjustments for babies and kids use much lighter pressure than adult care. Many parents bring kids in for posture issues, sports strain, or after falls, and visits are kept relaxed and age appropriate.
Will chiropractic fix everything without medical care?
Chiropractic is a powerful tool, but it is not a magic wand. It works best as part of a full health strategy. If something is outside the chiropractic lane, you will be referred to the right medical provider or encouraged to loop in your primary care doctor.
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