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,...
by Todd Hartwig | Jul 11, 2019 | Numbness / Tingling
Does your hand “fall asleep” while using the computer? How about your foot while driving? The most common cause of this is due to tight muscles and joints in your neck or low back. The neck and low back house the nerve roots that are the base of the...
by Todd Hartwig | Jul 3, 2019 | News/Local/Current Events
All of us at Marcum Chiropractic wish everyone a happy Fourth of July! Please be safe on the roads, when enjoying fireworks, and when (hopefully!) celebrating Team USA’s victory in the World Cup! Please call 503-235-7130 today to get scheduled for next week as...
