We know how chiropractic care can benefit our everyday lives, injury recovery, and pain management as adults. But do children need it, and how can it benefit them? At Petett Chiropractic, we ensure that our patients are well educated on the fact that the 24 mobile spinal bones, or the vertebrae, protect an important part… Read more »
Headaches are so common that we consider them a normal side effect of life. But they’re just like any other form of pain: a signal that something is off and should be investigated. Common headache causes or triggers include food and environmental sensitivities, light, noise, lack of sleep, caffeine withdrawal, extreme exercise, nutrition and stress…. Read more »
We are lucky to live in Washington, surrounded by mountain ranges and beautiful greenery. Did you know that Seattle has ranked third for hiking among 75 metro areas in the United States? In the last five years, the annual sales of the Discover Pass has increased 55 percent. June was Great Outdoors Month, and at… Read more »
June is National Hernia Awareness Month. At Petett Chiropractic, we understand that hernias can be uncomfortable and debilitating to your everyday life. In addition, hernias can be potentially harmful to your overall health and wellbeing. According to the National Center for Health Statistics, nearly five million Americans suffer from some type of hernia, but only… Read more »
Being in a car accident can be an extremely stressful experience, even if it’s a small parking lot fender bender. Car accidents can lead to both physical injuries and mental trauma. Many times, the signs and symptoms of injuries don’t appear for weeks or months following the accident. According to the latest 2015 WSDOT Annual Collision… Read more »
May is Motorcycle Safety Awareness Month. Here at Petett Chiropractic, we know the thrill of riding a motorcycle is like nothing else. However, it’s important to understand the dangers that can come with it, especially without the proper safety precautions. Due to the size and nature of motorcycles, there’s little protecting you from the impact… Read more »
We’re incredibly lucky as Washingtonians. We live in a state that is full of beautiful hikes and scenic views. Seattle has ranked third for hiking among 75 metro areas in the United States. In the last five years, the annual sales of the Discover Pass has increased 55 percent. With Seattle’s ever growing population, it… Read more »
March is National Nutrition Month. Here at Petett Chiropractic, we know that nutrition is a critical component in our overall health and wellbeing. What we put into our bodies directly affects our health status, and how our body is able to function. However, many of us do not maintain proper nutrition habits, simply because we… Read more »
Here in the Puget Sound, many of us commute to work by car—as evident in the amount of traffic congestion on our roadways. According to CNBC, the average commuter spends 42 hours a year stuck in traffic. Although the modern car design has come a long way the past 20 years, it has yet to prevent… Read more »
Car accidents happen, even for the safest drivers. According to the 2015 Annual Collision report by WSDOT, a crash occurs every 4.5 minutes. Furthermore, a person is injured from a crash every 11 minutes. After a car crash, there’s a lot that you have to deal with, including but not limited to insurance companies, law… Read more »