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 »
It’s that time of the year again! The New Year is almost here, and with it comes planning your resolutions. Many of us have the resolution to get healthy and fit. However, if not done correctly, working out can cause more harm on the body than good. Our team at Petett Chiropractic recommend some low-impact… Read more »
As we age, we often notice unwelcome changes in our body that affect our ability to enjoy daily activities. Back pain and decreased range of motion is a common problem among older adults. The good news is that chiropractic care offers several benefits to seniors. Our doctors at Petett Chiropractic provide a range of services… Read more »
Winter is coming to the Pacific Northwest, with the temperature getting colder and ice starting to form. In fact, many people have started to break out the skiing and snowboarding equipment for trips up to the slopes. Unfortunately, winter is a common time for injuries that may require chiropractic care. At Petett Chiropractic, we would… Read more »
Chronic pain, defined as any pain that lasts longer than three months, is currently the leading cause of long-term disability. One of the most common treatments for chronic pain is opioid prescriptions. However, opioids can do more harm than good. As evident in the increasing opioid epidemic in United States, opioid prescriptions can lead to… Read more »
October brings upon fall colors, the smell of cider and pumpkin all around and everyone begins to feel the swing of the holidays coming right around the corner. However, what most people don’t know is that October is also National Chiropractic Health Month. This year’s theme is Back to Basics. Here at Petett Chiropractic, we… Read more »