Degenerative disc/s is a condition where the wearing down of the spinal discs causes pain and discomfort. All of our spines go through this, but not everybody feels pain. Chiropractic care is a treatment option for degenerative disc disease (DDD). The first step is to determine the disc-related problem. Chiropractic Diagnosis During an initial evaluation, your chiropractor will review… Read More
Everyday exercises that increase the strength of the abdomen/core along with the back muscles will optimize your body to resist spinal injuries. Your spine goes through a lot each day. It provides structural support and houses the central nervous system that carries impulses from the brain throughout the body. When it doesn't work as it is supposed to, the entire… Read More
https://youtu.be/K8quvajGRgc Metabolic syndrome is a collection of risk factors that can ultimately increase the risk of developing a variety of health issues, including heart disease, stroke, and diabetes, among other problems. Central obesity, high blood pressure, high blood sugar, high triglycerides, and low HDL are the 5 risk factors associated with metabolic syndrome. Having at least three of the… Read More
Lumbago is a term that means mild to extreme pain in the muscles and joints of the lower spine/back. The pain can be acute or chronic and affects both young and older individuals. The spine is a very intricate structure and when one component fails to function properly it can affect the entire body, causing pain and loss of mobility.… Read More
https://youtu.be/irPltd6o8wA Dr. Alex Jimenez and Dr. Mario Ruja discuss basal metabolic rate, BMI, and BIA. Body mass and body fat can be measured in a variety of ways, however, several measurement tools may ultimately be inaccurate for many athletes. According to Dr. Alex Jimenez and Dr. Mario Ruja, calculating an individual's body mass and body fat utilizing various tools… Read More
With many supplements and natural foods helping the body, there is a supplement that can help the body combat metabolic syndrome and can be combined with a specific diet to make anyone who is obese or overweight lose the extra pounds. One of the supplements that have been known to help combat metabolic syndrome is Coleus forskohlii. Read More
Sacroiliac joint dysfunction and its symptoms can also be a cause for low back pain conditions and disorders. This condition is also known as: Sacroiliitis SI joint inflammation SI joint syndrome Sacroiliac joint dysfunction SI joint strain It can make regular activities like sitting, standing, walking, and sleeping frustrating, difficult and unbearable. It has been found in around 30-35% of… Read More
[00:00:08] Welcome to the Dr. J. Hour with our crew here and our entire staff. We're gonna be talking today about basal metabolic rate, BMI, and BIA. What does BIA stand for? [00:00:33] BIA is a bioelectrical impedance analysis. Right. And we're gonna be talking about weight analysis and figuring things out. We got a couple of guests… Read More
Elderberry is an ancient plant that has been used for medicinal purposes for centuries. Read More
Neck pain prevention can go a long way as long as you take proper care of your body, exercise, and practice healthy habits. Here are a few tips to help prevent neck pain before it begins. Neck mobility is a marvelous thing. The neck can move the head in various directions: 90° of flexion forward motion 90° of extension backward… Read More
https://youtu.be/VR0DcY9xox0 [00:00:10] You know what keeps them moving and growing and living? Tell me. It's other catfish or that predator. So, if we never had predators in our lives. We'd stay stuck and we progress nothing. So every time we ask, "God, take away the stress, God, take away this issue," we're asking God to make us weaker, not… Read More
For the beneficial properties, berberine can help regulate the body’s glucose hormones and has the same effects as the pharmaceutical drug, metformin. When people consume berberine, their metabolic system will begin to function correctly and begun to live a healthier life. Read More
The sciatic nerve can be compressed, pinched, twisted, moved out of position by a variety of things, including injury/s and spinal conditions, diseases, and the most common a herniated disc. This could be time to try the chiropractic solution that can treat sciatica symptoms and bring relief quickly. If you are experiencing a shooting, electrical, tingling, numb pain down one… Read More
Nutraceuticals can help relieve several different types of chronic pain, including sciatica or sciatic nerve pain. Stephen DeFelice, MD, coined the term in 1989, which is a combination of the words nutrition and pharmaceutical. He defined nutraceuticals as food that offers a variety of health benefits as well as prevention and/or treatment of health issues. Although these foods are considered… Read More
As you teach healthy ergonomics, remember these neutral posture guidelines apply to children but can also benefit adults. The main focus is to always work in a neutral posture. Following these guidelines will ensure your child uses a computer in a comfortable and ergonomically correct fashion. Neutral Posture Healthy upper body posture means the shoulders are back, relaxed and not slumped/slumping… Read More