Jennifer Heimlich is a freelance writer who covers health, fitness, and all kinds of wellness. She is a UESCA-certified running coach and received her bachelor's degree in journalism and dance ...

If this fails, she recommended preparing to perform the self-Heimlich manoeuvre. This follows the same principals as a normal Heimlich manoeuvre: A person stands behind someone who is choking ...

Here's how to do the Heimlich maneuver on yourself, per Dr. Ng: If the self-Heimlich maneuver isn't practical or effective, use a firm surface for extra force, Dr. Ng says. Lean over a sturdy ...

GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. — East Kentwood High School senior Natalie May saved a man’s life this past Tuesday by performing the Heimlich maneuver at Brann’s Steakhouse and Grille in Grand Rapids.