by Todd Hartwig | Jul 28, 2021 | Numbness / Tingling
Tingling in your hands or feet isn’t due to a radioactive spider bite – sorry, Marvel fans. Instead, it’s usually a sign something is wrong with one or more nerves in your body. It can be caused by a systemic issue such as diabetes. It can also be...
by Todd Hartwig | Jul 23, 2021 | Posture
Working from home (WFH) is great in many ways; more family time, less commuting, less pollution, etc. However, one of the biggest challenges that’s come out of the whole WFH culture shift is making sure your workstation is set up properly. Poor ergonomics or...
by Todd Hartwig | Jul 17, 2021 | Uncategorized
“The doctor of the future will give no medication but will interest his patients in the care of the human frame, diet and in the cause and prevention of disease”—Thomas A. Edison This quote, by one of the world’s greatest minds, is exactly what Marcum...
by Todd Hartwig | Jul 9, 2021 | Shoulder / Mid back
Sitting too much and excessive computer use often leads to mid-back pain between the shoulder blades. Three simple things to avoid this include: Change your position- don’t stay in the same position for more than 20 minutes. Get adjusted regularly- frequency...
by Todd Hartwig | Jul 7, 2021 | Auto Accidents
Concussions, also known as mild traumatic brain injuries, are very common due to an auto accident. Not as common, but quite serious, are injuries to the cranial nerves. These are the nerves that innervate our eyes, ears, nose, face, etc. If you have problems with...
by Todd Hartwig | Jun 28, 2021 | Current Events
Perhaps you’ve noticed that it’s a little warm today… One word: Hydrate! Water consumption is always a key component of a healthy lifestyle, but it becomes a critical need when temperatures are 110+! Stay in the shade if you must be outdoors and...
by Todd Hartwig | Jun 22, 2021 | Health/Prevention
It is HOT! Please be sure to drink a lot of water, use sunscreen, and be extra careful with everything that could start a fire. The PNW is already in a major drought and after last summer, the last we need is another fire season like that. For the sake of all of us,...
by Todd Hartwig | Jun 15, 2021 | Treatment
Everyone wants to know how long it will take to fix their problem. Unlike a vehicle or home, a problem part with our body can’t be swapped out for a new one. Thus, the timeframe for resolution varies from person to person. Many factors can affect the length of...
by Todd Hartwig | Jun 13, 2021 | Auto Accidents
A properly adjusted head restraint in your car is the most important thing that will significantly reduce whiplash injury if you’re involved in an auto accident. Many people don’t realize how their head restraint should be positioned, so check out the...
by Todd Hartwig | Jun 9, 2021 | Auto Accidents
Here’s another great review from a patient that came to us after experiencing a traumatic auto accident. “The Team at Marcum has been great!! Easy to make or change appointments and they answered all my questions. I see them two times a week for...
