February in Everett and Snohomish County is peak “hunched season.” Cold mornings, rainy commutes, more time indoors, and long hours at a desk can quietly stack up—until you realize you’re dealing with nagging neck tightness, upper back stiffness, tension headaches, or even tingling into the shoulders and arms. The good news: posture-related pain is often very treatable. At an Everett…
New Year’s resolutions don’t have to be dramatic to be life-changing. In fact, the easiest health habits tend to be the ones you’ll still be doing when February rolls around—especially when they reduce daily aches, stiffness, and stress on your spine. If you’re in Everett, WA (or nearby Mukilteo, Lynnwood, Mill Creek, Marysville, Lake Stevens, Bothell, or Edmonds), this time…
How common is holiday stress? You’re not imagining it if the holidays feel “extra.” One recent survey cited by the American Library Association–APA partnership reported that 89% of Americans feel stressed during the holidays, and 41% say their stress actually increases compared with the rest of the year. ala-apa.org The American Psychological Association also notes that the holiday season can…
When one mentions or describes chiropractic health, the spine will always be mentioned. But what exactly is the spine and what is its purpose? The spine (also referred to as the “backbone”) is our body’s support structure, which allows us to stand upright and move freely and be flexible. It is made up of 33 vertebrae (small bones) stacked on…
According to the Washington State Department of Transportation 2015 Annual Collision report, a crash occurred every 4.5 minutes; a person was injured in a crash every 11 minutes; a motorcyclist was in a crash every 4 hours. These statistics are eye-opening. It’s no wonder we often see patients who have suffered from car accident injuries and are who are seeking pain…
