Northwest Wellness

🌿 Condition of the Week: Summer Heel Pain (Plantar Fasciitis) 👣

Noticing stabbing heel pain when you take your first steps in the morning, or tenderness along the bottom of your heel or arch after a long day on your feet? These are classic signs of Plantar Fasciitis, a condition where the thick band of tissue along the bottom of the foot becomes inflamed, leading to that sharp, unmistakable heel pain.

During summer, this pain often flares up thanks to long days of walking, travel, wearing flip-flops with no support, and uneven outdoor terrain. Even fun activities like beach days, festivals, and hikes can overload the plantar fascia.

A few simple at-home tips can help:
-Start your morning with gentle calf and plantar fascia stretches before getting out of bed
-Roll your foot over a frozen water bottle after activity
-Choose supportive footwear, especially if you've been living in sandals all season

If symptoms persist, don't hesitate to visit your chiropractor. Northwest Wellness offers cold laser therapy, myofascial release, and orthotic support to help reduce inflammation and restore comfort. We can help by correcting foot and ankle biomechanics, improving mobility, and addressing the soft-tissue tension that contributes to heel pain so that you can finish summer feeling your best. Call (253) 927-0660 to schedule your appointment today!

It's August which means Northwest Wellness' Backpack Drive has officially begun! 🎒

This marks our 25th year hosting a backpack drive to support students in our community. Drop off backpacks and school supplies at our office and receive $20 off your next visit as a thank you for giving back.

Need ideas on what school supplies are needed? Pencils, glue stick, Kleenex, Clorox wipes, highlighters, composition and spiral notebooks are always appreciated. All donations directly benefit students in Federal Way Public Schools.

Thank you for helping us support our community!

📣 It's almost August which means our annual Backpack Drive is right around the corner! Help us support students in our community by dropping off a backpack and school supplies at our office throughout the month of August.

Weekly yoga reminder for today at 6:30pm! Call our office at (253) 927-0660 to reserve your spot. See you on the mat!

🌿 Condition of the Week: Gut & Immune Balance

As routines shift, the immune system can get stressed and digestive health plays a major role in how the body responds. With recent reports of gastrointestinal illnesses circulating nationally, it's a good reminder that supporting gut health is one of the best ways to support overall immunity.

A large portion of the immune system lives in the gut. When digestion is disrupted from stress, poor sleep, dehydration, or exposure to seasonal bugs, the immune system becomes less efficient. Eating whole, nutrient-dense foods is one of the simplest ways to support gut function and strengthen the immune system during seasonal transitions.

Northwest Wellness helps with the following:
-Naturopathic care supports gut balance through nutrition, hydration, and targeted supplements
-Acupuncture helps regulate digestion, reduce inflammation, and support immune resilience
-Massage therapy can calm the nervous system, which directly impacts gut function
-Chiropractic care supports the nervous system which plays a role in immune signaling

Call (253) 927-0660 to schedule your appointment today!

Our fabulous LMT Eudora celebrated her birthday this past Saturday! Help us wish her a very happy birthday-- we're so grateful to have her on our Northwest Wellness team. 🥳

🦝 Jimothy's spine is short. Your mobility shouldn't be. 🦝

Call (253) 927-0660 to schedule an adjustment with one of our chiropractors today!

Reminder: yoga today at 6:30! Call our office at (253) 927-0660 to reserve your spot. See you on the mat! 🧘‍♀️🧘‍♂️