Sacroiliac joint dysfunction is characterized as a sharp, stabbing pain which radiates from the pelvis and hips, down into the lower back or lumbar spine and throughout the legs. Patients might experience tingling sensations or numbness. The sacroiliac joint is generally attributed to causing between 15 to 30 percent of chronic low back pain cases. Approximately 80 percent of adults… Read More
Athletes are involved in a variety of exercises and physical activities on a regular basis, however, this increases the risk of injury. Sports injury treatment depends on the correct diagnosis in order to be able to set up the correct treatment plan. Dr. Alex Jimenez has helped and continues to help athletes recover to their best through the use of… Read More
What is Facet Arthropathy? The facet joints are the joints which are found behind the spine to counterbalance the intervertebral discs found between the vertebrae of the spine. These are ultimately essential for restricting the movements of the spine for the vertebrae to maintain proper alignment. Over time, the natural aging process can cause the facet joints to deteriorate… Read More
Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) is a condition that causes considerable discomfort if diagnosed with this disease. When your immune system starts attacking your joints, instead of foreign invaders, that's what causes inflammation. The worse the RA, the more severe the symptoms become. If things get bad enough you can lose mobility altogether, which is why it is so important to get… Read More
You need to understand your feet! Flat feet, foot pronation, and foot imbalances can lead to all kinds of pain: Knee pain Hip pain Back pain Yes even Shoulder pain If you are considering custom orthotics, a health care professional such as Doctor Jimenez and Injury Medical Chiropractic Clinic can perform a foot scan to show you what imbalances in… Read More
Degenerative disc disease is a health issue which occurs when one or more of the discs found between the vertebrae of the spine break down, causing painful symptoms and other problems. Common symptoms may include pain, tingling sensations, weakness, and numbness. Despite its name, degenerative disc disease is actually not a disease, but rather, a natural process which occurs with… Read More
Automobile accidents are unfortunate circumstances which can tremendously affect an individual's quality of life, health and wellness. Car crash injuries, such as whiplash-associated disorders, neck pain, and back pain, can finally cause painful symptoms which can significantly restrict a person's capacity to take part in their everyday responsibilities. Patients describe how Dr. Alexander Jimenez, chiropractor or doctor of chiropractic in… Read More
What is Radiculopathy? The spine consists of 33 bones, best known as vertebrae, which shield the spinal cord from experiencing injury or trauma. Â The bones of the spine permit an individual to remain upright, bend, and twist. The vertebrae are held in place by a collection of muscles, tendons, and ligaments. Nerves also extend from the spine to… Read More
Anyone who overuses the elbow can find themselves with pain inside the forearm and elbow, pain that is unlikely to go away without treatment. Golfer’s elbow is a condition that affects far more than those that golf regularly. According to Dynamic Chiropractic, golfer’s elbow can affect violinists, construction workers, tennis players, bikers and more. It's more an expression similar to… Read More
Chronic back pain is a serious issue. Whether it's neck, shoulder, hip, back or fibromyalgia pain, these symptoms seriously affect health and disrupts lives. Dr. Alexander Jimenez is a chiropractor of 30+ years experience that focuses on diagnosing, treating, and preventing injuries, conditions and health issues. Various individuals talk about how Dr. Jimenez brought them back to their normal lives… Read More
What is an Adductor Muscle Strain? An adductor muscle strain is characterized as an acute injury to the muscles of the groin. Although a variety of muscles in the human body can be injured, the adductor longus, medius, magnus, and the gracilis are some of the most well-known muscle groups to be affected by an injury. Strains are muscle… Read More
Degenerative disc disease is a condition where the degradation of your spinal discs leads to pain and discomfort. Everyone’s discs wear down over time, but not every person experiences pain due to this process. 4 Stages of Degenerative Disc Disease Two of the main components of the spine are the vertebrae and the discs. The discs sit between vertebrae to… Read More
Doctors of chiropractic (DCs), are qualified and experienced to recommend therapeutic and rehabilitative exercises and physical activities, as well as, nutritional, dietary, and lifestyle counseling to help improve an individual's overall health. Chiropractors perform hands-on, drug-free treatment, which includes diagnosis, adjustments, and injury prevention. Patients describe how Dr. Jimenez helped them recover the natural integrity of their spine through chiropractic.… Read More
A chiropractor, or (DC), is a healthcare professional that focuses on the diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of a variety of health issues associated with the skeletal and nervous system. Dr. Jimenez is a back pain specialist who utilizes chiropractic care to safely and effectively correct any spinal misalignments, or subluxations, which may be causing painful symptoms. Individuals describe how Dr.… Read More
Hamstring injuries are several of the most common types of injuries among athletes. These makeup for the most days or even weeks missed each year amongst AFL football players. The majority of partial or complete tears include either the hamstring muscle belly or the distal musculotendinous junction. However, a proximal hamstring injury is ultimately uncommon. In the total hamstring injury… Read More