Chronic Pain and Chronic Pain Syndrome
Chronic pain, depending on the cause, can last up to six months or even longer. Individuals with chronic pain can…
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Spinal Meningitis Can Affect the Spine: What to Know
Spinal meningitis does not just affect the brain. Most think of meningitis as a brain disease, but it can also…
Functional Neurology: Differences Between Dopamine and Serotonin
Dopamine and serotonin are known as the "happy chemicals" because they play a fundamental role in regulating our…
Functional Neurology: Causes and Symptoms of a Leaky Brain
Our brain is a complex organ that controls many essential functions in our body. Therefore, brain health is vital…
Functional Neurology: Gluten-Related Brain Health Issues
Many research studies have arguably analyzed how gluten can affect the nervous system. However, people with celiac…
Functional Neurology: Gluten Sensitivity and Brain Health
Do you feel like grain consumption makes it difficult to focus or concentrate? Or does grain consumption make you…
Functional Neurology: The Brain and the Gut Microbiome Connection
Approximately 100 trillion bacteria are found in the gastrointestinal (GI) tract or gut, including Bacteroides,…
Functional Neurology: Sugar and Brain Health
Do you often feel low brain endurance for focus and concentration? Do you often crave sugar and sweets in the…
Functional Neurology: Iron Deficiency Anemia and Brain Health
Do you often feel energy level drops in the afternoon? Do you often crave sugar and sweets in the afternoon? Do you…
Functional Neurology: Curcumin for Brain Inflammation
How often do you feel agitated, easily upset, and nervous between meals? How often do you depend on coffee to keep…
Functional Neurology: The Role of Glutamate in the Brain
L-glutamate is one of the main excitatory neurotransmitters in the human brain and it plays an essential role in…
Functional Medicine – Neurological Health
As a doctor who practices functional medicine, Dr. Jimenez utilizes the Neural Zoomer Plus. This is a blood test…
Brain Health Benefits of Low-Level Laser Therapy
Low-level laser therapy (LLLT), also known as photobiomodulation, is the use of low-power lasers or light-emitting…
Diagnosis of Central Nervous System Infections Part 2
Central nervous system, or CNS, infections can be life-threatening if they are not diagnosed and treated early.…
Diagnosis of Central Nervous System Infections Part 1
The central nervous system, or CNS, plays a fundamental role in the pathogenesis of infection. The CNS is regulated…
Protein Folding and Neurological Disease
We often think of proteins are nutrients found in the food we eat and the main component of muscles, however,…
What is Mitochondrial Disease?
Mitochondria are the "energy factory" of the human body. Several thousand mitochondria can be found in nearly every…
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A Healthy Mind
Our brain is one of our most important organs that controls everything that we do. From learning…
Dermatomes – Myotomes & Spinal Wellness | El Paso, Tx.
The spine and brain make up the central nervous system while the spinal nerves (branching out to the spinal cord)…
Chiropractic Helps Athletes With Mild Traumatic Brain Injuries
Every year an estimated 3.8 million people in the United States sustain mild traumatic brain injuries (MTBI) or…
Naturally Enhancing the Gut-Brain-Heart Connection
A majority of individuals today are aware about the gut-brain connection and how approximately 90 percent of their…
Cerebrovascular Disorders
Cerebrovascular disease is a designated group of conditions that can lead to cerebrovascular event/s, i.e. stroke.…
Is applying ice the best option for individuals who experience an acute back strain injury?
Temperature Treatment
Ice temperature treatment, also known as cryotherapy or cold therapy, is a treatment that uses freezing temperatures to reduce pain…
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Obesity Pressure and Herniated Discs
While some disc herniations don't cause symptoms, individuals who are overweight with a herniated disc may experience obesity…
How Yoga Can Improve Brain Function and Reduce Stress
Can individuals improve their brain function by incorporating yoga as part of their routine to reduce stress and improve mental…
L-theanine: Your Natural Solution for Stress Relief and Enhanced Brain…
Can individuals incorporate the beneficial properties of l-theanine into their routines to reduce stress and improve brain…
Isometric Exercise: Effective for Rehabilitation
For individuals going through post surgery, injury rehabilitation, illness and/or chronic condition management, can physical…
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Correcting Unhealthy Posture: How to Restore Alignment
Can correcting body misalignments and the elements of unhealthy posture help achieve a healthy posture?
Healthy Posture
Maintaining a healthy posture is more important than ever, as individuals from all walks of life…
The Significance of the Axillary Nerve in Arm Function
An axillary nerve injury can cause pain, weakness, and shoulder mobility loss. Can physical therapy help restore and maintain shoulder joint flexibility?
Axillary Nerve
The axillary nerve, or the circumflex nerve, is a peripheral nerve…
Vastus Lateralis: An Essential Muscle for Walking and Running
The vastus lateralis is a muscle on the outside part of the thigh. Injuries to the muscle include strains, tendinitis, femoral nerve compression, and others. Can rehabilitation like heat and ice, massage, and strength and mobility exercises…
Beginner Workouts: Easy Exercises for Weight Loss and Health
Can beginner workouts help individuals who want to improve their health by helping them lose weight and improve their quality of life?
Beginner Workouts
Individuals new to exercise do not need to go through intense workout sessions to…
Exploring the Benefits of Surgical Decompression
Individuals experiencing persistent pain, weakness, numbness, and tingling in the back could be suffering from nerve root encroachment. Could surgery ease nerve compression and improve symptoms for persistent and severe cases?
Surgical…
The Role of Hydration in Maintaining Optimal Health
Can individuals maintain proper hydration levels in their bodies to prevent spinal pain and other musculoskeletal conditions?
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When making small changes to better their health and wellness, many understand that eating…
Unlocking the Benefits of Daily Vegetable Consumption
Does an individual's ideal daily intake of vegetables depend on age, sex, and activity level?
Daily Serving of Vegetables
Vegetables are vital to a healthy diet. Every type offers various nutrients in a unique combination of vitamins,…
Understanding Peptic Ulcers: NSAID’s, Causes and Symptoms
For individuals with chronic pain conditions, what are the risks of developing peptic ulcers?
NSAIDs and Peptic Ulcers
A peptic ulcer is a sore in the lining of the stomach or duodenum, the first area of the small intestine. The most…
A Comprehensive Guide to Concussion Tests And Brain Health
What type of concussion tests are there to help establish the extent of head injuries and help assess improvement during recovery?
Concussion Tests
A concussion is a temporary change in brain function that occurs from a traumatic brain…
Dealing with Elbow Pain from Lifting: Effective Strategies
Elbow pain from lifting is a common symptom among individuals who lift weights, heavy objects, children, grocery bags, etc. Depending on the underlying cause, can conservative treatments relieve and heal elbow pain?
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