The lumbosacral joint is the first place chiropractors start their investigation with individuals presenting with low back pain and possible sciatica. Because of the importance of the sciatic nerve, almost any lumbar condition has the potential to disturb the nerve that can lead to chronic nerve pain. For many low back conditions, the best way to start is from the… Read More
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=w5aOaTDbE5I In this episode (4 of 4) Dr. Alex Jimenez presents Evonne Britton, an unbelievable track star and Olympic athlete who is going to talk to young aspiring athletes a little bit about what it takes to be a successful and healthy athlete. She also will be talking about her preparation she will talk specifics and also will talk about… Read More
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pOqt3W37UW8 In this episode (3 of 4) Dr. Alex Jimenez presents Evonne Britton, and unbelievable track star and olympic athlete who is going to talk to young aspiring athletes a little bit about what it takes to be a successful and healthy athlete. She also will be talking about her preparation she will talk specifics and also will tell some… Read More
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xMozvbLA0Ck In this episode (2 of 4) Dr. Alex Jimenez presents Evonne Britton, and unbelievable track star and olympic athlete who is going to talk to young aspiring athletes a little bit about what it takes to be a successful and healthy athlete. She also will be talking about her preparation she will talk specifics and also will talk some… Read More
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kKFn2bZlQM8 In this episode (2 of 4) Dr. Alex Jimenez presents Evonne Britton, and unbelievable track star and olympic athlete who is going to talk to young aspiring athletes a little bit about what it takes to be a successful and healthy athlete. She also will be talking about her preparation she will talk specifics and also will talk some… Read More
Tight and sore hamstrings commonly occur during workout and exercise, but can just as easily result from a fall or other accident. Individuals usually experience pain located at the back of the thigh with associated weakness along with the feeling of the muscles becoming tighter and a consistent soreness. Consistent tightness in the back of the legs is not only… Read More
With intense automobile, work, and sporting/fitness accidents, and natural disasters, individuals can experience multiple traumas also known as polytrauma. Recovery and rehabilitation can be a difficult and challenging journey. Multiple traumas are serious medical emergencies only given to individuals going through a severe situation. Polytrauma references multiple severe traumas that occurred at the same time. An individual can experience a:… Read More
As individuals advance in age, the risk of falling starts to become a regular concern. An average of one in four adults over 65 suffers from a fall every year. Around twenty percent of falling accidents result in serious injury. However, experiencing one fall increases the risk of future falls significantly. The most common injuries sustained include: Hip fractureHead injury… Read More
Trying to understand what is causing back pain that comes out of nowhere, whether a spinal issue or a kidney issue, can be quite challenging. Doing a self-examination, retracing steps, and constantly thinking about it is exhausting. The right healthcare professional with experience in spinal issues, understanding various health conditions that can contribute to spine pain, and making the correct… Read More
Muscle strength can mean different things to different people. But in general, the body's muscles need to be strong and agile enough to endure work, sports, and regular physical daily activities. Exercise and chiropractic fitness complement each other with strong evidence supporting exercise as being as effective as other non-surgical treatments for low back pain. A chiropractic fitness treatment program… Read More
The body is made up of muscles and fascia that can be thought of as myofascial chains or linked muscular tissue systems. When the fascia is healthy it is smooth and flexible. The fascia is a thin layer of connective tissue that envelopes and holds each: OrganBlood vesselBoneNerve fiber Muscle The tissue provides and supports the body's internal structure. However,… Read More
Acid reflux is a common digestive problem. It happens when the stomach acid flows back into the esophagus or food pipe and irritates the lining. Sensations of burning discomfort in the abdomen and chest are also known as heartburn. Other digestive problems include: Heartburn that can be chronic or short-termConstipationDiarrheaIrritable Bowel Syndrome If there are two or more episodes a… Read More
Smoking negatively impacts an individual's health, as most know about its effect on the lungs. However, it can cause chronic back pain, and affect spinal health, as well. Research has discovered that having a history of smoking, hypertension/high blood pressure, and coronary artery disease are all risk factors for atherosclerosis and have a significant connection with low back pain development.… Read More
The heart never stops working. The efficiency of the heart and how it operates depends on various factors related to individual health. High blood pressure management can include chiropractic treatment for proper spinal alignment. This promotes improved nervous system function, regulation, and optimal blood flow throughout the body. High blood pressure is also known as hypertension, often it has no… Read More
Because sciatica is an inflammatory condition, with the sciatic nerve specifically being the target, sciatica fitness and exercise is one of the first recommendations from chiropractors. Sciatica is a series of symptoms from a variety of underlying medical causes and condition/s. This could be: Too much sitting, which most of us are doing these daysWork injuriesAutomobile accident injuriesSports injuriesAwkward movements/motions… Read More