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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 practically… Read More

September 26, 2019

Spine Muscle Pain and Myofascial Syndrome El Paso, TX.

Myofascial syndrome, what is it? You're probably thinking I don't have that, but more than likely, you have. Myo means… Read More

September 25, 2019

Functional Neurology: Diet Drinks Associated with Stroke and Dementia

For people who love drinking diet sodas, recent research studies have found that diet drinks can increase the risk of… Read More

September 25, 2019

Cervical Radiculopathy/Radiating Neck Pain El Paso, TX.

Cervical radiculopathy happens when a pinched nerve in the neck (cervical spine) causes pain. Radicular pain can extend beyond the… Read More

September 24, 2019

NMDA Excitotoxicity in Functional Neurology

Excitotoxicity is a pathological mechanism seen in a variety of health issues where an excessive synaptic excitation causes neuronal death… Read More

September 24, 2019

Triggers and Acute Lower Back Pain El Paso, Texas

Sometimes low back pain comes out of nowhere, but that sudden twinge in the lower back does have a cause.… Read More

September 23, 2019

Intestinal Permeability and Functional Integrated Medicine Part: 2 El Paso, Texas

Continuing on with the intestinal permeability, Dr. Alex Jimenez, of El Paso, Texas, understands functional medicine. Read More

September 23, 2019

Peripheral Neuropathy Relief and Treatment

Many healthcare professionals believe that peripheral neuropathy, which affects the peripheral nerves or the nerves which connect from the brain… Read More

September 20, 2019

Integrative Neurology: Traumatic Brain Injury and Alzheimer’s Disease

The most common causes of TBI which result in ER visits include slip-and-fall accidents, blows to the head, and automobile… Read More

September 20, 2019

TBI and Neurodegenerative Diseases in Functional Neurology

Traumatic brain injury (TBI) is one of the most common causes of disability and death among the general population, especially… Read More

September 20, 2019

Tips For Reducing Back Pain During Pregnancy El Paso, TX.

During my first pregnancy, I was in great shape as a yoga instructor. I thought I was ready but juggling:… Read More

September 19, 2019

Functional Neurology: TBI and Neurodegenerative Diseases

Traumatic brain injury (TBI) is one of the most common causes of disability and death in people. About 1.6 million… Read More

September 19, 2019

A Deeper Look Into The Neural Zoomer

The Neural Zoomer Plus is a blood test that is designed to test 48 neurological antigens. When testing for these… Read More

September 19, 2019

Back Pain or Hip Pain? Getting to the Root of the Problem El Paso, TX.

Pain in the low back, hips, and other areas of the lower body, the source isn’t always easy to pinpoint.… Read More

September 18, 2019

Traumatic Brain Injury and Neurodegenerative Diseases Part 1

Traumatic brain injury (TBI) is one of the most common causes of disability and death in people. About 1.6 million… Read More

September 18, 2019

The Microbiome Functions and Functional Medicine Part: 3 El Paso, Texas

In the last article, we talked about what the polyphenols do in the microbiome and in the previous section, we… Read More

September 18, 2019

Peripheral Neuropathy Causes & Symptoms | El Paso, TX (2019)

The human nervous system is made up of two parts: the central nervous system, which includes the brain and the… Read More

September 17, 2019

The Microbiome Functions and Functional Medicine Part: 2 El Paso, Texas

In the last article, we talked about how the microbiomes in our body worked and functioned. As well as learning… Read More

September 17, 2019

Paget’s Disease and Spine Health El Paso, Texas

Paget’s disease, aka osteitis deformans, is the second most common bone disorder in the United States right behind osteoporosis. Paget’s… Read More

September 16, 2019

Lipopolysaccharides in Gram-negative Bacteria and Supporting the Immune System El Paso, Texas

To understand exactly how lipopolysaccharides and gram-negative bugs affect the immune system we must first investigate what lipopolysaccharides are and… Read More

September 16, 2019

The Microbiome Functions and Functional Medicine Part: 1 El Paso, Texas

The microbiomes in our bodies are fascinating. They help our various organs function correctly, helping out our immune systems battle… Read More

September 16, 2019

Failed Back Surgery Syndrome (FBSS) El Paso, TX.

Before and after spine surgery the surgeon and medical staff prepare you for recovery. The recovery process can take a… Read More

September 13, 2019