by Todd Hartwig | Oct 16, 2019 | Sports Injuries
What’s a simple thing you can do to get faster, stronger, and better at practically everything you do?  Get regular chiropractic adjustments! The best athletes regularly get adjusted because it helps their bodies stay flexible and heal faster from injuries.  The...				
					
			
					
				
															
					
					 by Todd Hartwig | Oct 10, 2019 | Posture
Most visits to the chiropractor happen because someone is in pain or wants to prevent pain from occurring.  While this is understandable, there are many other reasons and benefits to get regular chiropractic treatment.  Maybe the most obvious benefit is the improved...				
					
			
					
				
															
					
					 by Todd Hartwig | Sep 24, 2019 | Chiropractic
One of the most common questions asked by patients new to chiropractic medicine is “what is the cracking sound?”  The sound is produced during an adjustment when a joint is stretched slightly more than its usual movement thereby creating a pressure release...				
					
			
					
				
															
					
					 by Todd Hartwig | Sep 18, 2019 | Treatment
Hairdressers and barbers do a great job of helping us look our best but they need some help, too!  The physical demands on hairdressers and barbers is very tough on their neck, shoulders, and upper back.  Holding up your arms and using scissors, combs, brushes, etc....				
					
			
					
				
															
					
					 by Todd Hartwig | Sep 5, 2019 | Chiropractic
Women who have recently given birth is one subsection of the population that can arguably benefit from chiropractic more so than any other, especially if the mother is breastfeeding her child(ren).  The periods of prolonged sitting and holding the baby put tremendous...				
					
			
					
				
															
					
					 by Todd Hartwig | Aug 28, 2019 | Sports Injuries
Certified Chiropractic Sports Physicians (CCSP) are able to diagnose and treat virtually all sports injuries.  While there are many chiropractors, less than 7% of all chiropractors have this level of training/credentialing.  Marcum Chiropractic’s Dr. Todd J....				
					
			
					
				
															
					
					 by Todd Hartwig | Aug 23, 2019 | Acupuncture
Does acupuncture really work?  What if I don’t believe in it?  I’m scared of needles! Marcum Chiropractic is proud to have Sierra Abate, LAc as their acupuncturist extraordinaire!  She has treated MANY nervous patients and will explain everything about acupuncture and...				
					
			
					
				
															
					
					 by Todd Hartwig | Aug 1, 2019 | News/Local/Current Events
The year is flying by…  Kids go back to school soon and parents rejoice!  Many people are trying to get in their last vacation of the summer before the school year schedule dictates their lives once again.  Get your fun in the sun while you can!  Remember to...				
					
			
					
				
															
					
					 by Todd Hartwig | Jul 25, 2019 | Low Back Pain
Severe low back pain will affect approximately 80% of Americans at some point during their life.  If/when you experience low back pain you have two options: 1) take some pain-killers and hope it goes away or 2) take charge of your health and get better.  Option 2...				
					
			
					
				
															
					
					 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,...