Acute Whiplash-Associated Disorders: Acute Whiplash Each year in America there are between 6.5 million and 7 million Motor Vehicle Accidents or (MVA's) that affect many. Of those accidents, about three million involve some form of bodily injury. About two thirds of these injuries, while not debilitating, are permanent. When you are rear-ended your body is driven out from under your head. Although… Read More
Neck Pain Treatment: Shane Scott was involved in a car accident and suffered injuries which manifested into debilitating headaches and lower back pain. As a recent father, Shane Scott must rely on his overall health and wellness to take care of his daughter. Shane Scott became a car accident treatment patient with Dr. Alex Jimenez and his symptoms improved dramatically… Read More
Everyone experiences pain from time to time. Pain is a physical feeling of discomfort caused by injury or illness. When you pull a muscle or cut your finger, for instance, a signal is sent through the nerve roots to the brain, signaling you that something is wrong in the body. Pain may be different for everyone and there are several… Read More
Wrestling Injury: Louie Martinez has had the pleasure of being a wrestling coach for approximately 15 years. Through his experience, Coach Martinez understands the importance of chiropractic care for the wrestler. Sports injuries can commonly occur in wrestling, however, Louie Martinez explains how with Dr. Alex Jimenez, it's only a matter of visiting his clinic to receive the proper treatment… Read More
Psychological therapy, also known as psychotherapy, refers to the use of psychological methods to help change an individual's way of thinking as well as improve their coping skills in order for them to learn how to best deal with stress. Psychological therapies have widely been utilized as a part of the multidisciplinary management of chronic pain. Common psychotherapies include, cognitive-behavioral… Read More
Have You Ever Considered Seeing A Chiropractor? Cost Effectiveness: There are tons of reasons why a person would answer "yes." From overall general health to specific aches and pains, to an injury, millions of folks turn to chiropractors for pain relief, increased movement and strength, and overall healing. For some individuals, the price tag seems to hinder their decision to… Read More
Back Pain Treatment: Louie Martinez is a business owner in El Paso, TX. After experiencing a variety of injuries which affected his ability to perform his everyday activities, Mr. Martinez chose Dr. Alex Jimenez to treat his pain. Dr. Alex Jimenez restored Louie Martinez back to his original state of health and wellness. After receiving care for over 10 years,… Read More
There was a time when Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, or ADHD, was laughed off as “kids being kids.” Research has shown, however, that ADHD is a neuro behavioral disorder that is often diagnosed in children. In fact, 1 in 10 children receives a diagnosis of ADHD and experts are taking notice of the condition’s impact in learning and even daily… Read More
If you've experienced a headache, you're not alone. Approximately 9 out of 10 individuals in the United States suffer from headaches. While some are intermittent, some frequent, some are dull and throbbing, and some cause debilitating pain and nausea, getting rid of the head pain is an immediate response for many. But, how can you most effectively relieve a headache?… Read More
Carpal Tunnel Pain: Ottis Hamlet depends largely on the use of his hands to carry out his important craftsmanship in the city of San Antonio, TX. However, Mr. Hamlet developed painful symptoms in both of his arms as a result of carpal tunnel syndrome, which tremendously affected his ability to engage in his job. Fortunately, Ottis Hamlet met Dr. Alex… Read More
Stress is a result of the human body's "fight or flight" response, a prehistoric defense mechanism triggered by the sympathetic nervous system (SNS). Stress is an essential component of survival. When stressors activate the fight or flight response, a mixture of chemicals and hormones are secreted into the blood flow, which prepare the body for perceived danger. Although short-term stress… Read More
Chiropractic Benefits: Curvature of the spine, even slight, can cause pain and postural problems. When the curve is more than 10 degrees, it is considered to be scoliosis. The primary symptom of scoliosis is a significant curvature of the spine and is the majority of cases the cause is not known. Even mild cases can cause pain and a decrease… Read More
Being involved in an automobile accident is an undesirable situation which can result in a variety of physical trauma or injury as well as lead to the development of a number of aggravating conditions. Auto accident injuries, such as whiplash, can be characterized by painful symptoms, including chronic neck pain, however, recent research studies have found that emotional distress resulting… Read More
Terry Peoples is a cosmetic beauty advisor in El Paso, TX, who relies on her independence to carry out her daily responsibilities.After suffering a car accident injury, she was left her having to rely on others to perform her everyday activities. That's when Terry Peoples received a recommendation to seek chiropractic care with Dr. Alex Jimenez. Terry Peoples leaves the… Read More
Auto Accident Injury: As a wife, mother and grandmother, Leticia must rely on her well-being to care for her family. But, after being involved in a car accident several years back, everyday activities, such as walking and even picking up her granddaughter, became difficult. That's when she received chiropractic treatment with Dr. Alex Jimenez, D.C., for her auto accident injuries.… Read More