Ah… the bathroom, nature’s thinking room. The one place where we create many thoughts that turn into ideas, a place to read, and the place where we want peace. Known as many different names, the bathroom is the one place where we flush out our systems after consuming quantities of food. However, did you know that the bile inside your… Read More
One of the most recognized running injuries is runner’s knee. However, runner’s knee is not an injury but a result of different injuries. Running can hurt when improper mechanics, inadequate shoes, and cheap over the counter insoles are being used. It can lead to: Plantar fasciitis Achilles tendonitis Medial tibial stress syndrome Metatarsalgia Runner’s knee Runner’s knee is not… Read More
According to research studies, transcranial infrared laser stimulation, as well as other types of transcranial lasers, utilized on frontal cortex functions can improve sustained attention and working memory, among other brain functions. Transcranial laser stimulation with low-power density (mW/cm2) and high-energy density (J/cm2) monochromatic light in the near-infrared wavelengths regulates and maintains brain functions and may promote neurotherapeutic effects in… Read More
Ever wondered why you feel sluggish from a long day? Or feel sick to the stomach when you ate something bad or overindulged on your favorite food? Could it be that your gut is showing signs of stress and discomfort due to certain habits that you may encounter and didn’t even know about it? In our previous article, we talked… Read More
Central nervous system, or CNS, infections can be life-threatening if they are not diagnosed and treated early. Because CNS infections are non-specific, determining an accurate diagnosis can be challenging. The nucleic acid in vitro amplification-based molecular methods are starting to be utilized for routine microbial diagnosis. These molecular methods have improved beyond conventional diagnostic techniques with increased sensitivity and specificity.… Read More
Do you have symptoms of back pain, headaches, or stress? Pain medications work for only so long and don't fix the problem. Visiting a chiropractor may help some or all of your symptoms. A chiropractic adjustment means that a chiropractor physically adjusts the vertebrae in the spine. This procedure creates positive effects without the stress or invasiveness of surgery. … Read More
The most important thing about summer is the food. Hotdogs and burgers on the grill and the seasonal fruits and vegetables that are ripe for the picking. As much as we love the summer sun, it is still dangerous and can be harmful to our skin. We still put on sun cream, wear hats, and wear sun-protective clothing, but, did… Read More
The central nervous system, or CNS, plays a fundamental role in the pathogenesis of infection. The CNS is regulated by the blood-brain barrier or BBB, however, it can still be exposed to a microbial invasion from a contiguous focus, hematogenous dissemination, or intraneural passage of organisms. A variety of environmental or commensal bacteria, viruses, fungi, protozoa, or parasites can enter… Read More
Everyone in the world wants healthy skin. We see it advertised on television with lotions and vitamin supplements. When we exercise and change our eating habits, we see our skin getting firmer with the foods we consume. However, whenever we are stressed, anxious, consuming junk food, or staying out in the sun too long, our skin takes a huge toll… Read More
Vibrant America is at the forefront of modern medicine and is a leader in autoimmune diagnostics. Vibrant America has the ability and technology to get high-quality, accurate test results down to the peptide level. One of the many tests we utilize from Vibrant America at Injury Medical & Chiropractic Clinic is Food Sensitivity. With this test, we are able to… Read More
After a long day of work, you tiredly march your way to your bedroom. You take off your work clothes, slip on your comfiest pajamas, your bed is inviting you to just go under the covers and get that full 8 hours of recommended sleep that the media tells you to. However, you realize that you have that project you… Read More
We often think of proteins are nutrients found in the food we eat and the main component of muscles, however, proteins are microscopic molecules located inside of cells which actually perform a variety of fundamental roles. The function of a protein depends on its shape, and when protein formation goes awry, the resulting misshapen proteins can cause numerous health issues,… Read More
Around 3 million individuals suffer from plantar fasciitis Heel pain Foot pain Spurs Tight tendons Stiffness Signs of a long day, wearing the wrong shoes, both or you may have a condition known as plantar fasciitis. We don't take our health seriously until we go through excruciating pain or some form of debilitation. Feet are the foundation… Read More
Mitochondria are the "energy factory" of the human body. Several thousand mitochondria can be found in nearly every cell. Mitochondria also play several fundamental roles in the body, such as converting chemicals from the foods we eat into energy as well as to process oxygen. Mitochondria produce 90 percent of the energy the human body requires to function accordingly. The… Read More
Stressed Out - L-Theanine Ever wondered why your job is so stressful? Or that you haven’t gotten enough sleep due to partying with your friends, even though you were supposed to finish that essay for that one class you signed up for and now you are typing away to meet the deadline and turning it in. Or even better… the… Read More