by Todd Hartwig | Feb 4, 2021 | Safety
One simple tip to help prevent serious injury or even death is the following; no matter how much of a rush you’re in, do NOT put anything hard that weighs more than a pound or two (e.g., a laptop, full water bottle, groceries, etc.) on the car seat next to you. In a...
by Todd Hartwig | Jan 31, 2021 | Low Back Pain
One of the best things we can all do to prevent mid-back pain is to use a standing desk while using a computer. Sitting excessively leads to slouching, which will put strain on the muscles and ligaments of the thoracic and lumbar spine. This strain causes pain and...
by Todd Hartwig | Jan 27, 2021 | Elbow / Wrist
People are spending more and more time on devices due to the pandemic. As a result, elbow and wrist overuse injuries are on the uptick. It’s often assumed wrist pain or hand numbness is carpal tunnel syndrome (CTS). While it can be due to CTS, the wrist/hand...
by Todd Hartwig | Jan 21, 2021 | Sports Injuries
Following a sports injury it’s paramount to complete the physical rehab for two key reasons: A complete rehab program will allow for the injured region to achieve maximum range of motion and strength. This will minimize the long-term effects of the injury....
by Todd Hartwig | Jan 13, 2021 | Health/Prevention
The following are some helpful tips that almost everyone can incorporate into their daily routine to make things easier on their body. Never sit with your wallet or phone in your back pocket. If you do, it’ll tilt your pelvis causing it to be uneven leading to...
