YourSeattleChiropractor.com — Wednesday, September 8, 2010

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Former Mariners Pitcher

My name is Mike Stanton, I’ am a former major league pitcher for the Seattle Mariners and have played thirteen years in professional baseball. In 1999 I suffered a severe torn rotator cuff and torn biceps tendon requiring over four hours of surgery. Throughout the years my shoulder became very stiff and painful, with over 60% loss of range of motion. After several failed attempts at clinical and home rehabilitation I met Dr. Craig Tuttle. Dr. Tuttle performed a thorough examination and took several x-rays, pointing out the screws which were still embedded in my shoulder, and the scar tissue buildup. Dr. Tuttle then began chiropractic adjustments and manipulation approximately two to three times per week. Within the first two weeks my shoulder began to loosen, and my range of motion began to improve dramatically. Within two months I had 85 to 90% range of motion with no pain and was back working out better than before. I have been a patient and a friend of Dr. Tuttle’s for over four years and to this day continue to treat with Dr. Tuttle on a monthly basis in order to maintain my shoulder stability. Thanks Doc for all your help.

- Michael Stanton


Preventive Maintenance

We, along with our two boys (ages 21 and 17) have been getting chiropractic adjustments from Craig Tuttle every couple of weeks for at least 5 years now. Prior to that like many others, we thought that folks only went to a chiropractor if they had a major problem (car accident, back issues, etc.).

Making these routine visits to Dr. Tuttle for preventive maintenance and “tune-ups“ along with balancing a healthy life with exercise and proper eating habits and supplements has really enhanced the quality of our lives as a family. We have not only stayed healthier with experiencing less sickness but have been able to juggle and handle the extreme stress and pressures associated with our jobs and schedules.

Thanks Craig for educating us and making a difference !

- Jack and Stephanie Lee


Whiplash, Car Accident, Sports Injury…

Hi Dr. Tuttle

Thank you so much for your help. After a whiplash in a car accident and then a sports injury, I had pain that started in my neck and shoulder blade and became gradually worse, shooting down my arm to my elbow and then eventually into my fingers. At its worst stage, my thumb and finger became numb and I nearly walked off the job one day because I was so agitated from pain that I couldn’t sit still. With chiropractic help almost daily for weeks combined with biweekly massage, that pain and numbness subsided and I could focus on my normal activities again . My various workouts require me to be healthy and pain-free–running, acrobatics, capoeira, and flying trapeze. I rely on the excellent work of Dr. Tuttle and his staff to keep me at my best. Dr. Tuttle’s zealous enthusiasm and positive manner always inspire conversations about health and fitness and encourage me to continue living life to the fullest.”

- Jodi Andrews


I couldn’t live without it

“Dear Dr. Tuttle,

I wanted to take a minute to express my experience as your patient and gratitude for your contribution to my health.

I first visited you in 2002 after seeing several chiropractors for neck and back pain. You took time to educate me about how the work I did and my posture affected my spine and more importantly the active role I could take in undoing some of the stress put on my body through everyday use.

Being your patient has allowed me to understand and appreciate just how resilient are bodies are, working well without being perfect. I have always had one leg slighter longer than the other, people have tried to compensate for that by having me wear a lift. I know now that the pain from this lift (although small and unnoticeable to anyone) was the pain from trying to have perfect form. I have found that my body functions best with consistent exercise-especially yoga, good sleep, healthy food, regular chiropractic adjustments, lots of laughter and one leg a little longer than the other.

My pregnancy was quite wonderful due to regular chiropractic treatments and my son has always enjoyed his adjustments and I have seen the benefits from the first one at 2 weeks old.

Thank you for your education and chiropractic care, I couldn’t live well without it!”

Many blessings – Sara


I am a massage therapist

“I have been a massage therapist in the greater Seattle area for over 16 years, specializing in rehabilitation and treatment work. I have spent my career helping people resolve their physical aches and pains while creating aches and pains of my own. A couple of years ago I had an onset of vertigo, a condition that causes random dizziness and sometime nausea. After talking with Dr. Tuttle, he suggested I try getting some adjustments. I saw Dr. Tuttle on a weekly basis for a while with minor results. When I was unable to get my adjustments on a regular basis I realized that the treatments were doing more good then I realized. Even though my vertigo was still present it was not nearly as frequent or intense. Going back to Dr. Tuttle regularly kept my vertigo under control. Over time our discussions would turn toward my aches in other areas due to my lengthy career as a massage therapist. I had the onset of arthritis in both my hands, especially my thumbs. I also was having trouble with my feet from standing so much. Dr. Tuttle started adjusting my hands and my feet, along with other body parts.. Along with the adjustments he recommended different exercises for my hands and stretches for my shoulders that aided in my relief. He has always been very informative and accommodating. My positive experience with him gave me the confidence to refer many of my own patients and family members to him for a number of different ailments from migraines, fibromyalgia, torticollis to the common neck & back aches. All of my patients have had positive results with Dr. Tuttle and continue to see him as needed.

I can confidently say that if you are looking for a comfortable, experienced chiropractor, you should consider treatment with Dr. Tuttle, you won’t be disappointed!”

Stacy Pel, LMP
First Hand Massage – Owner


Always hits the spot

“Dear Dr. Tuttle:

Finally, an opportunity arrives where I can tell you and others how outstanding you are as a chiropractor. Those who know me will tell you I am a skeptic and the fact that I have been going to you for regular maintenance adjustments for the past 14 years speaks loudly. Your adjustments always “hits the spot”. Throughout the years, I believe your adjustments and advice helped me avert chronic ailments, boost my immune system, and gain an overall healthier lifestyle. I have and will continue to highly recommend you to anyone in need of a gifted chiropractor.”

Sincerely – Susanne Tsoming


Not been sick in 4 years

“I was always leary of going to a chiropractor. But then my agility dog, Polly, started having trouble with disks in her spine and my friends told me to take her to a chiropractor. Who would have known that my dog would help introduce me to Dr. Tuttle! He adjusted her back and then felt mine and told me my back felt like a cement wall and that I too could benefit from adjustments.

It’s been years now and my dogs and I don’t go a week without getting regular adjustments from Dr. Tuttle. Polly is almost 15 years old and still competing in top form in agility….thanks to Dr. Tuttle. And I rely on Dr. Tuttle to help me keep up with Polly! Not only have my posture and flexibility improved, I am now aware of how my body is functioning. And, truly amazingly, I have not been sick in the 4+ years that I have been seeing Dr. Tuttle due to my improved immune system, whereas before I used to come down with bronchitis and the flu every fall and winter and sinus infections all year round.

Best of all, Dr. Tuttle always inspires me to be a better person with his positive attitude, caring, and commitment to his patients.”

- Nancy G. Stephenson


Patient since early 80′s

“I have been coming to Dr. Tuttle’s ever since he started working here (early 80s). I was having daily migraines, and muscle pain. Due to constant chiropractic adjustments and massage I have become much more stable. The headaches have mostly disappeared. I am convinced that without chiropractic adjustments I would have become totally bedridden and probably even died.”

- Stella E.


I avoided having arthroscopic surgery

“I have been seeing Dr Craig Tuttle for several years now, and have been very satisfied with his adjustments. In the last year, I have had some very severe joint problems. First, last year I developed a ‘frozen shoulder’ on my right side. With Dr Tuttle’s work and advice on heat and ice treatments, the shoulder healed and I avoided having arthroscopic surgery.

Currently, within the last three months, I have had to overcome the pain and dysfunction of a spinal fracture. With Dr Tuttle’s and other health providers’ attention, I feel that I am on the way to a normal life again. The manipulations and treatment suggestions have made the healing much easier. I recommend Dr Tuttle to my family and friends and will keep doing so.”

- Tomiko Okano


I feel like the Tin Man

“I started coming to Dr. Tuttle years ago for headaches associated with neck and upper back tension. The headaches were so severe that prescription pain relievers wouldn’t even touch the pain. I was referred to Dr. Tuttle by a co-worker who said he’d be able to help me. When I first came to Dr. Tuttle I had appointments 3-4 days a week. As I progressed, the appointments decreased. Now I’m so in-tune with my body that I can tell when it’s necessary to get an adjustment. I rarely get headache s now – in fact, I can’t remember the last one I had. When my body gets tense and I go to see Dr. Tuttle I feel like the “Tin Man” in the Wizard of Oz after Dorothy oils him up with the oil can!

Thanks Dr. Tuttle !”

- Barbara Bratton


Numb Arms didn’t let me sleep

“For the past four years I have woken up multiple times a night with painfully numb arms. As time progressed, the numbness became increasingly worse and in order to get any relief, I would sleep in a sitting position. Growing up, I had gone to the chiropractor, and so I decided to visit Dr Tuttle. After my first visit, I started feeling relief. By my second visit, I could sleep through the night pain free. I am so grateful that I found Dr. Tuttle, and I have been recommending him to all of my friends and family. He has not only helped me feel better, but has taught me so much in the process.

Thanks.”

- Sara


No more drugs for pain

“I have been a flight attendant for 25 years and over those years I had developed a constant pain in my neck and in my lower back. In my work I am standing on my feet for hours, lifting objects and pulling and pushing heavy carts on the job. As a result of these pains I missed a lot of days and sometimes weeks of work and was unable to keep up with my exercise program, especially running which has always been a great passion of mine.

I didn’t want to live out the rest of my life covering up the pain by taking ibuprofen, muscle relaxers or any other drug. I went to see Dr. Tuttle 7 years ago. I could hardly believe the difference I felt after just a few visits. I’m back to enjoying my work and running again pain free.

I see Dr. Tuttle twice a month to keep my spine aligned and free from pain. Dr. Tuttle is not only a great chiropractor but he is a genuine and nurturing person that cares about me and my health.

Thanks Dr. Tuttle for keeping my body strong and allowing me to enjoy life to its fullest!”

- Laurie Halverson, Seattle Washington


I cannot say enough

“I cannot say enough great things about Dr. Tuttle. I first went to see him when I couldn’t turn my head. He was able to unlock my neck, but I didn’t realize at the time all the other benefits I would get from regular adjustments, including less headaches. He has helped my boys with their sports injuries, and my husband with old football injuries and after his car accident. Dr. Tuttle is great at explaining why so nothing he does is a mystery. We love him!”

- Linda Thomas