Prenatal · Postpartum · Pediatric · Family
Thoughtful chiropractic care through pregnancy, postpartum and beyond
Dr. Lindsay McDonald provides individualized chiropractic and soft-tissue care with a particular focus on prenatal, postpartum, and pediatric patients.
15 years of experience · Webster Certified · Arlington, VA
Practicing at ChiroGroup in Arlington, VA · Serving the Northern VA and DC areas
Care for your season of life
Care designed around where you are
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Pregnancy
Chiropractic care throughout pregnancy, with attention to comfort, function, and your goals for birth preparation.
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Postpartum
Care that considers recovery and the physical demands of feeding, holding, carrying, and caring for a new baby.
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Babies & children
Individualized pediatric chiropractic care from infancy through childhood.
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Everyday life
Comprehensive chiropractic and soft-tissue care, including dry needling, for adults, active patients, and everyday musculoskeletal concerns.
The whole picture
More than an adjustment
Good care starts with thoroughly understanding you: your health history, your current concerns, your stage of life, your job, your activity level, and your goals. Dr. Lindsay takes a comprehensive approach to your care, beginning with a thorough examination of the musculoskeletal system to identify areas of joint dysfunction as well as the associated soft tissue restrictions and imbalances. Treatment is then tailored to address both the immediate issue and the factors that may be contributing to it, with the goal of not only helping you feel better, but also improving how your body functions and reducing the likelihood of the same problem recurring.
Patient perspectives
What patients say about working with Dr. Lindsay
I started seeing Dr. Lindsay during my second trimester and she helped address so many issues that I had during pregnancy like carpal tunnel and sciatica. I always felt relaxed during my appointments because she walked me through every step with ease and expertise. I have continued seeing her postpartum and it’s even more of a game changer. She is able to adjust areas that have been bothersome from holding a baby in certain positions for too long to relieving shoulder and neck pressure from bad sleep positions. Seeing Dr. Lindsay has been pivotal in my prenatal and postpartum journey and I’ve been so thankful being under her care!
Iris, June 2026 · Google review
Dr. Lindsay is such a breath of fresh air for this momma. She has helped me in so many ways, helping with pains and aches I’ve had for a while. The office always gets me in a timely manner. And Dr. Lindsay has adjusted my children as well. I don’t feel like I’m rushed out of the office, and can describe exactly what’s been going on and feel like my physical concerns are heard and addressed.
Ashley, May 2026 · Google review
Dr Lindsay McDonald is amazing. She was recommended to me by my high-risk pregnancy Doc when I injured my back in 3rd trimester. The whole staff was so kind getting me in quickly and Dr Lindsay was thorough, kind, and effective. I’ve continued to see her leading up to delivery and will be back post-partum.
Mallory, May 2026 · Google review
A thoughtful first step
What you can expect
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Start with a real conversation
Share your concerns, goals, and what daily life feels like for you.
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Understanding the treatment
Understand the origin of your issue and what the treatment entails before beginning care.
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Individualized care
After a thorough assessment, your treatment will target your specific issues, including a chiropractic adjustment as well as associated soft tissue release.
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Know what comes next
Leave with an understanding of the plan and your next steps.
A connected approach
Care works better when your providers work together
Dr. Lindsay values collaboration with providers involved in your care. That network includes pelvic-floor and pediatric physical therapists, OB/GYNs, midwives, doulas, lactation consultants, pediatric dentists, and acupuncturists.
A personal approach to care
Meet Dr. Lindsay McDonald
Dr. Lindsay McDonald knew from a young age that she wanted to help people lead active and healthy lives. While in high school, she worked at a chiropractic office, where she witnessed firsthand the transformative benefits of chiropractic treatments. This experience solidified her desire to become a chiropractor, dedicated to enhancing the well-being of her patients.
Originally from upstate New York, Dr. Lindsay pursued her undergraduate studies at Syracuse University before earning her Doctorate degree from New York Chiropractic College in 2011. She has been taking care of the DC area ever since.
Dr Lindsay is trained and proficient in a number of techniques to maximize her impact on patients. These include: Diversified, Activator, Webster, The Prenatal Method, Active Release, Cox, Thompson Drop, Dry Needling, Graston and Kinesiotaping.
Though she has treated a wide variety of patients, Dr. Lindsay brings 15 years of experience and expertise in prenatal and pediatric chiropractic care to the practice. She is Webster certified and is passionate about helping pregnant women feel their best throughout their pregnancy, and the postpartum period. She has been trained by Dr. Andrino Flevotomos and utilizes his proprietary technique, The Prenatal Chiropractic Method™. She is a member of the International Chiropractic Pediatrics Association and treats children of all ages.
Dr. Lindsay is dedicated to offering personalized, compassionate care to each of her patients, helping them achieve a better quality of life through effective chiropractic and soft tissue techniques.
Before your first visit
A few common questions
How many treatments will I need?
This is different for each issue and patient. You will likely need more frequent visits in the beginning stages of care to effectively address muscular tension and memory. However, once symptoms decrease, our visit frequency will also change.
Do you accept insurance?
Dr. Lindsay is an out-of-network provider, and payment is due at the time of service. We believe your care should be guided by you and your healthcare provider—not by insurance limitations. This allows us to provide truly individualized care based on your needs, goals, and stage of life. After each visit, we will provide a Superbill that you may submit directly to your insurance company for possible out-of-network reimbursement.
Is chiropractic care safe during pregnancy?
Yes. Chiropractic care is safe during pregnancy when provided by a chiropractor trained in prenatal care. Techniques are gentle and specifically adapted to accommodate your changing body throughout pregnancy, with care focused on maintaining mobility, comfort, and function as your body prepares for birth.
Will treatment hurt?
Treatment should not be painful. Dr. Lindsay uses gentle, controlled techniques and adapts treatment to your comfort level, your body, and your specific needs. You may experience mild soreness after certain treatments, similar to what you might feel after exercise, but your care should never feel unnecessarily painful or forceful.
How does pediatric treatment differ from adult treatment?
Pediatric chiropractic care is much gentler and more specific than adult care. Treatment is tailored to a child’s age, size, development, and individual needs, using very light, age-appropriate techniques rather than the same methods used with adults. The goal is to support healthy movement and function as your child grows.
Care with Dr. Lindsay
Ready to take the next step?
Request an appointment with Dr. Lindsay. Prefer to call? Contact ChiroGroup at 703-933-8686 and ask to schedule with Dr. Lindsay.
ChiroGroup
4910B 31st Street South Arlington, VA 22206