5 Steps to Lifting Weights Safely
You want to build muscle, gain strength, enhance your appearance, and increase your self-esteem. Lifting weights is an excellent way to achieve any or all of these goals, but in…
Car Seat and Booster Seat Safety
Did you know that car crashes are the number one killer of children aged 1 to 12 years old in the United States? Many of these deaths can be avoided…
Automobile Accidents Part III
So you have been injured in an automobile accident. Now what? Did you know that one American is treated in an emergency room every ten seconds for crash-related accidents http://www.rmiia.org/auto/traffic_safety/Cost_of_crashes.asp)…
Automobile Accidents Part I
Ever been involved in a car accident? Or heard someone describe the damage to their automobile or to their own body following a crash? This is the first part in…
Treating Insomnia, Part 2: Acupuncture
In previous blogs, I've talked about how Acupuncture can help with back pain, migraines and food cravings. Today, I'll add insomnia to that list. When you receive an acupuncture…
Relief for Hip Pain, Part 2
In last week’s blog, I talked a little bit about the hip joint, causes of hip pain, and possible treatments for hip pain. This week, I’ll be discussing another…
Relief for Hip Pain, Part 1
Dr. Bart, I’ve noticed that when I cross and uncross my legs, I get a sharp pain in my left hip. I also sense some discomfort in this area…
Herniated Discs and Core Exercises
It may sound surprising, but when you herniate a disc, your body can actually forget how to engage the deep core muscles that help to support your spine. With…
Herniated Discs and Spinal Decompression, Part 1
Dear Dr. Bart, About 6 months ago I was at a family gathering when I tripped and fell. I immediately knew something was wrong. It felt like something in my…
Holiday Weight Gain and Back Pain, Part 1
Holiday Weight Gain and Back Pain, Part 1 Dr. Bart, I’ve been experiencing minor lower back pain, and it doesn’t seem to be going away. I’m currently about 10 pounds…