by Todd Hartwig | Sep 27, 2022 | Auto Accidents
Car accident numbers are on the rise in Portland and we still have beautiful weather! Knowing that it’ll be getting darker and wetter very soon, please be careful Portland. Remember, when the roads are wet it takes longer to stop. Therefore, leave more...
by Todd Hartwig | Sep 21, 2022 | Treatment
Aches and pains sometimes pop up out of seemingly nowhere. While many people go straight to Google and assume the worst, a more practical way of getting answers is to see your doctor. Doctor Hartwig at Marcum Chiropractic has been practicing for over fourteen years...
by Todd Hartwig | Sep 15, 2022 | Mild Traumatic Brain Injury (MTBI)
Many people report seeing stars after being injured in a car accident. This is especially common when the airbag deploys. Seeing stars or any other type of visual disturbance is suggestive of a concussion or what is often referred to now as a mild traumatic brain...
by Todd Hartwig | Sep 1, 2022 | Treatment
Football season is upon us! Offense sells tickets, but defense wins championships. The whole goal of the defense is to prevent the other team from scoring. Prevention is key! Prevention is also key when it comes to our body. While it’s impossible to prevent...
by Todd Hartwig | Aug 28, 2022 | News/Local/Current Events
Parents rejoice as kids go back to school! One thing to remind your children of is how to properly use a backpack. Every backpack comes with TWO straps for a reason. They are to be used! Using both straps distributes the weight of the backpack over both...
by Todd Hartwig | Aug 21, 2022 | Chiropractic
Proprioception is our body’s sense of self-movement, force, and body position. It’s mediated by special nerves known as proprioceptors. These specialized neurons are located in the muscles, tendons, and joints. Proprioceptive feedback is present in...
by Todd Hartwig | Aug 14, 2022 | Posture
Stand up straight. Put down your phone. Now, feel better. You’re welcome. 🙂
by Todd Hartwig | Aug 7, 2022 | Neck Pain / Headaches
The most common complaint after a whiplash injury is neck pain with headaches. If you have even slight discomfort, it can be a good indicator that something more and possibly permanent is going on with your musculoskeletal system. A thorough history and examination...
by Todd Hartwig | Aug 2, 2022 | Headaches
People often assume that all headaches are migraine headaches. While migraines are fairly common, they’re not the most common type of headache. The most common type of headache is a muscle-tension headache. These are caused by tight muscles in the neck, most...
by Todd Hartwig | Jul 25, 2022 | Sports Injuries
Chiropractic treatment has helped millions with sports injuries recover better and faster. Want to know a secret? Chiropractic care can also make you faster, stronger, and better at practically everything you do! The best athletes in the world regularly get adjusted...
