Are you tired of the endless cycle of back pain? You feel a twinge, you stretch, maybe you get an adjustment, and you feel better for a little while. But then, the dull ache, the stiffness, and the poor posture creep back in. It’s a frustrating loop because most solutions only address the symptom, not the source of the problem.

What if you could do more than just temporarily relieve the pain? What if you could actively rehabilitate your spine and train it to hold a healthier posture for good? That was the exact question that drove Dr. Burl Pettibon to create The Pettibon System more than three decades ago.

The Missing Piece of the Spinal Health Puzzle

As a chiropractor, Dr. Pettibon saw firsthand that true, lasting spinal correction couldn’t happen only within the walls of his clinic. He realized the spine’s supporting soft tissues—its muscles and ligaments—were the missing piece of the puzzle. If those tissues weren’t strengthened and retrained, the spine would inevitably slip back into its old, painful patterns.

He envisioned a system that would empower you, the patient, to become an active partner in your own health. The result is The Pettibon System: a comprehensive program that combines in-clinic care with effective at-home tools to create lasting structural change. It’s a holistic approach that recognizes your spine works as a single, interconnected unit.

Your Toolkit for Taking Control

The foundation of this at-home rehabilitation are the Homecare Kits. It’s not just a collection of products; it’s a strategic set of tools designed to work together to restore your spine’s health.

  • Warm-Up and Hydrate with the Wobble Chair: Your journey starts here. The Wobble Chair’s unique motion acts like a warm-up for your spine, hydrating the discs between your vertebrae and improving flexibility. This prepares your back for the corrective work ahead.
  • Restore Your Neck’s Curve with Cervical Traction: “Tech neck” from staring at screens all day? The Cervical Traction device gently encourages your neck to return to its natural, healthy curve, which is the foundation of good posture.
  • Reshape Your Spine with the Fulcrum Rehab Kit: These simple but effective fulcrums allow you to use your own body weight to perform passive stretches. Lying over them helps gently guide your spine and ligaments toward their proper alignment over time.

A Flexible System Designed for You

One of the best parts of The Pettibon System is its adaptability. It’s not a rigid, one-size-fits-all program.

  • It’s customizable to your unique needs, whether you’re just starting your journey out of pain or are looking to maintain optimal spinal health.
  • It easily integrates with your current wellness or exercise routines.
  • You can use the entire system for a complete overhaul or use individual pieces to target specific goals.

This flexibility ensures you can build a stronger, healthier spine on your own terms.

A Company with Heart

Behind this innovative system is a company built on a foundation of care. The Pettibon System is a small, family-owned, and woman-owned business. They take immense pride in providing exceptional customer service and ensuring product quality, which is why their Wobble Chairs and Traction Devices are assembled by hand with care right in Washington state.

Ultimately, The Pettibon System is about giving you the tools and the knowledge to break free from the cycle of chronic pain. It’s a commitment to helping you not only improve your posture but truly enhance your entire quality of life.

Written in partnership with Tom White