by Todd Hartwig | Nov 28, 2022 | Safety
Many people carry extremely heavy purses or bags seemingly everywhere. Below are four simple tips to help prevent injury when carrying these types of things. Step 1) Lighten the load! The less stuff in there, the lighter it is. Step 2) Use multiple shoulder straps...
by Todd Hartwig | Mar 21, 2022 | Safety
When lifting anything, regardless of the object’s weight, be sure to keep it as close to your body as possible. The further the object is from your body, the more likely you are to injure your back. Also, be sure to bend your knees and lift with your legs, not...
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 | Jul 19, 2019 | Safety
Sometimes the most dangerous aspect of a car accident is what is inside the vehicle. Specifically, items on the front passenger seat can become projectiles that can cause significant injury during a collision. These items often include laptop computers, groceries,...
by Todd Hartwig | Nov 15, 2018 | Safety
Marcum Chiropractic’s Dr. Hartwig is obsessed with helping his patients get better and STAY that way. This often entails making changes to your daily activities at home, work, in the car, etc. Many times the most important thing you do is eliminate actions,...
by Todd Hartwig | Aug 30, 2018 | Safety
It is much easier to prevent problems than it is to deal with them after the fact. This is especially true when it comes to injuries to our bodies. Preventative treatment, proper nutrition, exercise, stretching, and taking necessary precautions can help you avoid...
