Massage therapy utilizes the manipulation of the muscles, tendons, and ligaments to promote health and wellness. Typically, massage is used as a complementary treatment and should not replace standard medical treatment. Research has shown that massage therapy is effective in treating: Low-back pain Delayed onset muscle soreness (DOMS) Anxiety and stress Soft tissue injuries High …
If you were at-fault for an auto accident, you may be limited in your options for getting your vehicle repaired, especially if you have minimal insurance coverage. In the state of Utah, if you only carry liability insurance, you’ll have to finance your auto repairs out of pocket. However, before you scrap or part-out your …
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Utah Seat Belt Laws require all vehicle occupants to wear a seat belt. Additionally, children under the age of 8 must ride in a booster/car seat appropriate for their age, weight, and height. By Utah law, the driver of the vehicle is responsible to ensure all occupants in their vehicle are properly restrained by a …
If an auto accident results from an unforeseen medical issue; resulting in a loss of consciousness or loss of vehicular control; the at-fault party can claim a sudden medical emergency as a defense. This defense will protect the at-fault driver from any personal liability associated with accident damages. Most states recognize a sudden medical emergency …
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When an accident occurs, many bystanders hesitate to provide emergency assistance in case a lawsuit comes against them. To encourage bystanders to help injured parties, most states have created Good Samaritan Laws. These laws protect the individuals that assist other parties in an emergency. The state of Utah does not require you to provide emergency …
Whiplash is one of the most common injuries sustained from a car accident. Oftentimes, whiplash is viewed as a minor injury that is associated with fender-benders. However, whiplash can be more severe and serious than most people believe. What is Whiplash? Whiplash is a soft tissue injury that results from your head rapidly being forced …
After an auto accident or any traumatic event, your body will activate its fight or flight response mechanisms. By doing this, your body produces and releases its own form of opioids called endogenous opioids. These opioids bind to the opiate receptors located in the brain and spinal cord, reducing and delaying your perception of pain. …
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As summer comes to a peak, it is important to be aware of the danger that heat can pose to children, especially when it comes to hot vehicles. The inside of your vehicle may be anywhere from 40-50℉ hotter than the external temperature. For example, when the outside temperature is around 80℉, the temperature inside …
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Motorcycles offer their drivers a sense of freedom and adventure, however, motorcycles are not safer than passenger vehicles. According to the National Highway Traffic and Safety Administration (NHTSA), motorcycle accidents have a higher rate of injury and fatality compared to passenger vehicles. The size of a motorcycle, and it’s lack of safety features like seatbelts …
Auto insurance protects you against any damage that you might cause to another driver or that you may sustain. Typically insurance required by the state includes bodily injury and property damage liability insurance. These mandated coverages provide financial relief for potential victims of any damages that may result from an auto accident. You must carry …
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