Excitotoxicity is a pathological mechanism seen in a variety of health issues where an excessive synaptic excitation causes neuronal death and is also believed to be caused by the extracellular accumulation of the excitatory neurotransmitter glutamate, which triggers and connects ionotropic N-methyl-D-aspartate glutamatergic receptors (NMDARs) in the brain. Generally, NMDARs regulate and maintain calcium in cells to help manage physiological… Read More
Sometimes low back pain comes out of nowhere, but that sudden twinge in the lower back does have a cause. With some cases, there’s a trigger, like picking up a heavy object/furniture from an awkward position. But sometimes it can be a mystery and a challenge to diagnose. It is important to know the cause of lower back pain to… Read More
Continuing on with the intestinal permeability, Dr. Alex Jimenez, of El Paso, Texas, understands functional medicine. Read More
Many healthcare professionals believe that peripheral neuropathy, which affects the peripheral nerves or the nerves which connect from the brain and spinal cord to the upper and lower extremities, can be permanent or irreversible. However, healthcare professionals like Dr. John Coppola and Dr. Valerie Monteiro have demonstrated that peripheral neuropathy can be treated through the utilization of a variety of… Read More
The most common causes of TBI which result in ER visits include slip-and-fall accidents, blows to the head, and automobile accidents. Abrupt forces which jolt the brain violently within the skull, such as shock waves from explosions, which can also cause TBI. Traumatic brain injury can also result from bullet wounds or other injuries which penetrate the skull and brain.… Read More
Traumatic brain injury (TBI) is one of the most common causes of disability and death among the general population, especially in young adults. Additionally, TBI is associated with a variety of neurodegenerative diseases, such as Alzheimer’s disease (AD) and Parkinson’s disease (PD). It is essential for patients and healthcare professionals to understand the pathophysiological mechanisms of traumatic brain injury and… Read More
Understanding the use of functional medicine, Dr Alex Jimenez of El Paso, Texas; talks about the intestinal permeability. Read More
During my first pregnancy, I was in great shape as a yoga instructor. I thought I was ready but juggling: Pregnancy Birth Early motherhood I realized how intense the weight gain was, especially on my: Back Neck Hips This turned into a cycle of: Gaining baby weight Losing baby weight Along with repetitive movements of: Lifting Swaying Hunching over to… Read More
Traumatic brain injury (TBI) is one of the most common causes of disability and death in people. About 1.6 million individuals suffer traumatic brain injuries in the United States every year. TBI can cause a process of injury which may ultimately cause a variety of neurodegenerative diseases and other health issues. Many of the neurodegenerative diseases following TBI include health… Read More
When we look at our patients, we try to figure out what is causing their ailments from living their best lives. Some practitioners would prescribe medications to alleviate pain. While other practitioners will start trying to figure out what is causing the patient to have these ailments. Here at Injury Medical Clinic, we talk to our patients about the importance… Read More
The Neural Zoomer Plus is a blood test that is designed to test 48 neurological antigens. When testing for these antigens, the results these markers find can help physicians determine if a patient is at risk for neurological conditions later on. Read More
Pain in the low back, hips, and other areas of the lower body, the source isn’t always easy to pinpoint. Pain may originate in the lumbar spine (low back) the hip or both. It’s important that a doctor identify the source of the problem, in order to create the correct treatment plan. Because the hips and lower spine are located… Read More
Traumatic brain injury (TBI) is one of the most common causes of disability and death in people. About 1.6 million individuals suffer traumatic brain injuries in the United States every year. TBI can cause a process of injury which may ultimately cause a variety of neurodegenerative diseases and other health issues. Many of the neurodegenerative diseases following TBI include health… Read More
In the last article, we talked about what the polyphenols do in the microbiome and in the previous section, we discussed about the microbiome functions in our bodies. However, today we will be concluding the three-part series of the microbiome functions in our bodies as well as presenting on the top 5 environmental toxins that can disrupt the gut microbiome,… Read More
The human nervous system is made up of two parts: the central nervous system, which includes the brain and the spinal cord, and the peripheral nervous system, which includes the connection nerves running from the brain and the spinal cord to the rest of the human body, including the hands and the feet. Many patients with neuropathy may experience a… Read More