Rain generally comes with a drop in barometric pressure. A low-pressure system you may have heard from the local weather forecast. Lower pressure outside can cause tissues inside the body to swell and irritate sensitive nerves. For those who have sciatic nerve pain, rainy, hot, humid weather can cause the nerve tissues to expand causing increased compression, inflammation, and pain.… Read More
The link between the nociceptive muscular pain and weakness with mitochondrial function is tied with its capacity to produce energy in the form of ATP or converting substrate to other metabolites. Nevertheless, the metabolic pathways to achieve the formation of ATP are enzyme-dependent, and in turn, the enzymatic potential of these molecules depends on micronutrients derived from our diet. Therefore,… Read More
Bowling is a fun physical activity that is enjoyable for all ages. Today, there are college bowlers, recreational bowlers, amateur, semiprofessional, professional leagues, and tournaments worldwide. Although it might not be the first sport that comes to mind when thinking of injuries and chronic pain conditions, it can place significant stress on the muscles and tendons of the upper and… Read More
The hands are a magnificent piece of work. Its intricate design and functional form follow the hand. However, any injury to the underlying structures of the hand can overlap with other injuries/conditions. Even the smallest hand injuries require a proper medical examination. The objective is a quick and accurate initial evaluation along with treatment. Early treatment is done quickly to… Read More
The textual definition of pain describes it as the physical suffering caused by an illness injury. Nevertheless, pain can also be inflicted or felt if a social or emotional burden enables this discomfort. Pain is physically felt by a mechanism called nociception which results from the activation of sensory neurons; this mechanism has a protective effect as it detects pain… Read More
Anyone from young children, adults, and the elderly can get a spinal infection. Individuals can have an infection: In vertebral bone tissue An intervertebral disc The spinal canal - space where the spinal cord runs through The spinal cord’s protective lining These types of infections can happen anywhere along the spine, from the atlas at the base of the neck… Read More
The latissimus dorsi or lats are the large flat muscles on each side covering the width of the middle and lower back. They connect the bone of the upper arm to the spine and the hip. When pain presents in these muscles, it is typically caused by: Repetitive overuse in a job or doing a task/chore that requires constant Bending… Read More
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QELBPEVLYgk In this Functional Medicine podcast Dr. Alex Jimenez invites Master Hypnotist Eric Richmond CRNA, BCH, CI, RM and Connie Pemberton - retired RN to talk to us and take us a little deeper into what Hypnosis is and the benefits it can bring into our lives. Enjoy our newest podcast and stay tuned for more content during the week.… Read More
Muscle cramp and muscle spasm: Three types of muscles make up the body. Cardiac muscle makes up the heart. Smooth muscle cells line the blood vessels, gastrointestinal tract, and organs. Skeletal muscles attach to the bones and are used for voluntary movements. A muscle spasm happens when skeletal muscle contracts and does not go back to its relaxed state. Spasms… Read More
Getting dizzy can happen, usually after standing up too fast or staring at an optical illusion then looking away. The unsteadiness can be troubling but is minimal when compared to vertigo symptoms. Vertigo is a symptom rather than a condition that causes dizziness combined with a spinning sensation, even when an individual stands completely still. Vertigo can make everyday life… Read More
Tinnitus is defined as the perception of sound without an external acoustic stimulus. It is a prevalent complaint in ENT offices, but the etiology of this condition has not yet been elucidated fully. However, it is believed that the root cause of the sound is perceived without any external stimulation is due to abnormal neural activity along the hearing path… Read More
Chiropractors and spine specialists utilize spinal imaging through X-rays, MRIs, or CT scans to figure out what is causing back problems and pain. Imaging is common. Whether chiropractic or spinal surgery, they help immensely discover back issues and allow the individual to see what is happening. Types of cases include back pain that: Comes from trauma Has lingered for four… Read More
When back pain presents for a prolonged period, the back muscles reduce in mass but increase fat content, resulting in more stiffness. This leads to chronic muscle fatigue and results in chronic pain symptoms. Adding resistance to a workout routine in weight machines, free weights, and/or resistance bands helps reduce back pain. Studies have shown that specific therapeutic back muscle… Read More