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...
by Todd Hartwig | Jul 25, 2014 | Health/Prevention
A person’s diet, especially here in the United States, is often the worst factor affecting their health. Temptations abound. But, if you can avoid many of the common American pitfalls, most notably fast-food, refined carbohydrates and sugar-laden beverages, you will...
by Todd Hartwig | Jul 17, 2014 | Health/Prevention
Delayed onset muscle soreness (DOMS), also known as “muscle fever,” is the pain experienced in muscles hours to days after unaccustomed or strenuous exercise/activity. The soreness is usually strongest 24 to 72 hours after the exercise/activity. DOMS is caused by...
