Healthy joints have obvious benefits, including aiding in movement, keeping you flexible and allowing you to stay active. The health of some of your joints is readily apparent—you only have to bend your knees, ankles, elbows or wrists to see how they are functioning at any given moment. But there are some joints in your body that are even more… Read More
People will often visit the doctor looking for hip pain relief while other people will often attempt to take care of it themselves. Hip pain can frequently occur due to an injury or underlying condition as well as a variety of health issues. However, not many people who visit the doctor or attempt to take care of their hip pain… Read More
Asking questions is the best way to learn, of course, and chiropractic patients often ask questions about some of the health issues they face. Some chiropractic patients are curious about back problems, for example, because chiropractors are well known for being extremely knowledgeable when it comes to spine health and the musculoskeletal system. A few chiropractic patients want to know… Read More
Sciatica is commonly associated with low back pain, however, sciatica may also generally occur due to a variety of other health issues. The sciatic nerve is the longest and largest nerve in the human body. The sciatic nerve extends from the lower back, or lumbar spine, down the buttocks, hips, and thighs, into the legs, knees, and feet. The sciatic… Read More
If you have never been to see a chiropractor before, you might be wondering what you should expect. You may have seen a video or heard someone talk about a chiropractic adjustment. Having your back, neck, and joints adjusted is part of the process—but what else do you need to know? Read on to discover the basics of chiropractic and… Read More
Most people know that chiropractors can help with musculoskeletal problems, such as backaches and slipped discs, but many people do not realize that chiropractic can do much more. In fact, chiropractic can even improve your sleep. Getting enough quality sleep each night is good for your health. According to Harvard Medical School, not getting enough sleep can increase your risk… Read More
Functional hallux limitus is a differential diagnosis from structural hallux limitus. Functional hallux limitus, or FnHL, is identified by the movement deficiency of the first metatarsophalangeal joint, found between the bones of the foot and of the toes, during gait. The first metatarsophalangeal, or MTP, joint reveals regular movements throughout an open kinetic chain evaluation. Radiographs may demonstrate a tiny… Read More
Back pain is no laughing matter. Even the slightest pinch that you feel and say is nothing should not be left unchecked! You have healthcare options and chiropractic care is one of them. Because back pain can occur due to a variety of health issues, diagnosis is essential to create the correct treatment plan. Doctor of chiropractic Alexander Jimenez specializes… Read More
When you visit a doctor office for a medical concern, the healthcare professional will perform a variety of diagnostic procedures to determine the source of your symptoms. The doctor will review the patient's current symptoms and medical history as well as the patient's results from a physical evaluation to diagnose an injury and/or an underlying condition. Â Once the… Read More
Chiropractic care is not just for back or neck pain, however, these are the most common reasons people visit a chiropractor, and for good reason, because it works. But chiropractic does a whole lot more. Chiropractic helps with all kinds of ailments, from headaches to digestive issues and addresses problems like personal injuries, work injuries, sports injuries, arthritis, and improved… Read More
When you visit a doctor office for a medical concern, the healthcare professional will perform a variety of diagnostic procedures to determine the source of your symptoms. The doctor will review the patient's current symptoms and medical history as well as the patient's results from a physical evaluation to diagnose an injury and/or underlying condition. Â Once the healthcare… Read More
Chiropractic care focuses not only on the skeletal system and joints but also on the treatment of muscle pain. The muscles are interwoven with fascia, a type of tissue that allows muscles to glide smoothly over one another. Both muscles and fascia can develop painful adhesions, often recognized by their hard or knot like texture under the skin. Muscle pain… Read More
As people grow and live their lives, maintaining normal flexibility gets to be much more challenging and losing flexibility can result in a lot of pain to the musculoskeletal system. Unfortunately, many of us do not retain flexibility throughout the day, even when attempting to be active. Many jobs are largely sedentary, and even leisure activities keep us stuck in… Read More
It's natural for people to wonder whether an underlying health issue may be due to a tumor or another serious health issue, especially when you've got severe pain and discomfort. Tumors in the spine can cause back pain when the growth weakens the bone, which can ultimately result in spinal fractures, compression or impingement of the nerves, and spinal distress.… Read More
If you are an active amateur or a competitive runner, using the services of a chiropractor can make a vast change in your overall health, reduce your pain from injuries and improve your alignment for a more effective run. Runners need chiropractic therapy and can help you keep your body in top condition as an athlete. All sports falls into… Read More