Each year in the United States, somewhere around 50,000 people are injured in bike accidents. There are many causes behind bike accidents, and all of them can lead to serious injury, due to the vulnerable nature of bike riders. Whether you have been in an accident with an intoxicated driver or suffered a solo crash… Read more »
September marks Pain Awareness Month, the annual awareness event for issues regarding pain and pain management. Pain Awareness Month began in 2001, and is designed to help the over 100 million Americans who experience chronic pain confront the problem head on, by understanding the roots of their pain, and how treatment can stop their suffering…. Read more »
The spinal column is literally the backbone of your body. It is involved in almost every way that you move your body, and works tirelessly to protect your spinal cord from devastating injury. While everybody is familiar with the spine, most people aren’t really aware of what it’s made up of, or how the different… Read more »
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 »