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 »
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 »
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 »
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 »
People in the Pacific Northwest are known for getting out of the house in the summer time to enjoy the beautiful weather and scenery. They indulge in many fun activities such as kayaking, water skiing, biking, hiking and even 18 holes of golf. While most of these outings go off without a hit, many people… Read more »
We often hear misconceptions about chiropractic care and what chiropractors do. While there’s a lot information floating around, our team at Petett Chiropractic hear to set the record straight. For example, did you know that in order to become a medical doctor you’re required to have 2,756 class hours in education whereas a chiropractor is… Read more »
Having poor posture is a common yet negative habit that can affect a person’s health and wellbeing. It usually develops at any early age and follow us through adulthood. While many of us recognize that poor posture is an issue, few people truly understand the importance and necessity of having good posture. First off, what… Read more »
Sometimes when you’re experiencing physical discomfort, cracking your own back or neck can provide instant relief, albeit for a few seconds. However, are self-adjustments bad for you? This is a common question we receive at Petett Chiropractic. The short answer is … it depends. Self-Adjustments vs. Proper Chiropractic Adjustments While the occasional self-adjustment is not harmful, repeatedly… Read more »