Family Owned · 20+ Years in Sterling, Virginia
Chiropractor in
Sterling, VA.
Root-cause care across chiropractic, physical therapy, and functional medicine, so you can move, feel, and live better.
Why Active Lifestyle Medical
Care You Can Verify.
Every Discipline, One Roof
Chiropractic incl. Chiropractic BioPhysics, spinal decompression, shockwave therapy, physical therapy, nutrition, and medical weight loss work as one plan.
Certified Functional Medicine
Root causes get tested, not guessed.
Family Owned, 20+ Years
"You are part of the ALM family."
Patient Reviews
Proof, Tagged by What Hurt
Real Google reviews, word for word, labeled with the problem each one proves we can help.
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What Happens Next.
1
Reach out
Call or send the form. Our front desk gets back to you the same business day.
2
Get a real evaluation
A thorough consultation and exam that looks for the root cause before any treatment starts.
3
Follow your plan
A clear, personalized roadmap across every discipline we practice. You always know the next step.
Most insurance accepted, verified for you
Same-week appointments
Family owned & operated
4.9 from 116 Google reviews
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How We Help
One Clinic.
One Clinic.
Every Answer.
Six ways we practice, one connected plan. Your care never happens in silos.
01
Physical Therapy Clinic in Sterling, VA
→Guided movement and strengthening that rebuilds function after injury, surgery, or years of compensating.
02Pain Control Clinic in Sterling, VA
→Spinal decompression and shockwave therapy calm disc, nerve, and joint pain without medication or surgery.
03Weight Loss Service in Sterling, VA
→Physician-guided medical weight loss that takes strain off your joints and holds up in real life.
04Nutritionist in Sterling, VA
→Functional nutrition counseling and targeted testing for gut trouble, fatigue, and blood sugar swings.
05Sports Medicine Clinic in Sterling, VA
→From weekend warriors to triathletes: injury care that gets you back to your sport, and keeps you there.
06Wellness Center in Sterling, VA
→Whole-person care that connects your spine, movement, nutrition, and metabolism into one plan.
Spinal Decompression
Gentle, non-surgical traction that eases pressure off herniated discs and pinched nerves.
Shockwave Therapy
Focused acoustic waves that jump-start healing in stubborn tendon and joint pain.
Chiropractic BioPhysics
Structural correction that measures and rebuilds your spinal alignment over time.
Start With the Symptom
Where Does It Hurt?
Pick what sounds like you. We will take it from there.
My back aches or spasmsBack pain →
My neck is stiff or soreNeck pain →
Pain shoots down my legSciatica →
My feet burn or tingleNeuropathy →
My head poundsHeadaches & migraines →
My shoulder will not liftShoulder pain →
My hands go numbCarpal tunnel →
I was in a car accidentAuto injury →
My joints are stiffArthritis →
My blood sugar runs highType 2 diabetes →
My back aches or spasms
My feet burn or tingle
Your Provider
Dr. Charles Arndt, DC
Far different than most practitioners, Dr. Arndt's focus has always been on wellness: correcting the underlying cause of illness and painful conditions rather than simply managing symptoms.
- B.S. Kinesiology, UCLA
- Los Angeles Chiropractic College, Summa Cum Laude
- Certified Functional Medicine Practitioner
- Serving Sterling for 20+ years, with Londa at the front desk named in review after review
"I am committed to better health and wellness for each patient."
Coverage
The Cost Question, Answered First.
We work with most major insurance plans and verify your coverage before your first visit. Uninsured? We keep flexible options for every patient.
Coverage verified for you
Flexible self-pay options
No referral needed
Easy to Find in Sterling
- 20 Pidgeon Hill Dr #102, Sterling, VA 20165
- (703) 444-4141
- Get directions →
| Monday | 2pm–6:30pm |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 10am–6:30pm |
| Wednesday | 10am–6:30pm |
| Thursday | 9am–6pm |
| Friday | By appointment |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | Closed |
Serving the greater Loudoun County area: Ashburn, Herndon, Reston, Leesburg, Great Falls, Chantilly, and the Cascades.
Good to Know
Questions Patients Ask Us
Yes. We welcome new patients and can usually see you the same week. Call (703) 444-4141 or use the form above and our front desk will reach out.
We start with a thorough consultation and exam to understand the root cause of your pain. From there, your provider designs a treatment plan tailored to your body, goals, and lifestyle.
Yes. Alongside chiropractic care we provide physical therapy, spinal decompression, shockwave therapy, functional medicine, nutrition counseling, and physician-guided weight loss.
We provide gentle pediatric and prenatal chiropractic care designed for kids and expecting moms, as part of our whole-family approach.
We work with most major insurance plans and offer flexible options for uninsured patients. Contact our team and we will happily verify your coverage before your visit.
Your Recovery Starts Today
Ready When You Are.
Book a same-week visit with Dr. Arndt and take the first step back to strong, pain-free living.