by Todd Hartwig | Nov 13, 2014 | Health/Prevention
Balance is controlled by structures in the body’s inner ear. However, as with many types of headaches, dizziness and balance problems can often be caused by problems in the neck. Most often, the dizziness is due to tension and joint dysfunction in the neck joints,...
by Todd Hartwig | Oct 9, 2014 | Health/Prevention
Chiropractic physicians in Oregon are licensed to be anyone’s primary care physician. Marcum Chiropractic’s Dr. Todd J. Hartwig has years of experience managing patients’ healthcare. To learn more, call 503-235-7130 to schedule an appointment with him.
by Todd Hartwig | Sep 10, 2014 | Health/Prevention
Stretching is likely the most undervalued aspect of human health. We are bombarded daily with ads and information on what to eat, how much cardio to do and what supplements we “need.” However, as we age and injuries accumulate, flexibility decreases dramatically. As...
by Todd Hartwig | Aug 27, 2014 | Health/Prevention
As Labor Day approaches so does the first day of school. Children will likely be using backpacks to carry their belongings to and from school. Make sure that your child uses BOTH shoulder straps on the backpack to evenly distribute the weight. Also, a good...
by Todd Hartwig | Aug 7, 2014 | Health/Prevention
The temperomandibular joints (TMJ) are the joints where your mandible (jaw bone) meets your skull. One or both of the joints can be injured with any head/neck trauma. The most obvious and common source of injury is from direct trauma. However, direct trauma to the...
by Todd Hartwig | Jul 30, 2014 | Health/Prevention
Sit up straight! Don’t slouch! Your mother and those pesky teachers were right. Proper posture is more important to your overall health than many people realize. In fact, many diseases (e.g., respiratory problems, compression fractures, arthritis, etc.) are highly...
