Complex Injuries

Science chiropractor, Dr. Alexander Jimenez investigates the methods described in treating a tight calf muscle. Assess The Calf Complex In the calf complex, the medial sural nerve descends between the two gastrocnemius heads and also at…

Chiropractic injury specialist, Dr. Alexander Jimenez examines a preventive injury approach based on the very best of what's known. In sports medicine, there's not any tougher challenge than hamstrings -- often our most commonly seen…

Running might appear the most natural thing in the world, but for many who try, it certainly does not come naturally, nor even easily. The awkward reality is that many people simply shouldn't be running at all if they would like to avoid…

Stretching & Sports Success Part II 6. Types Of Stretching The reason that flexibility and stretching are confusing issues is partially because there are so many diverse kinds of stretching and exercisers are just at a loss about what…

Stretching & Sports Success 1. Introduction Stretching is one of those topics in fitness and exercise that is shrouded in mystery and misunderstanding. Most people know that stretching is good for them but concerning exactly what type…

In the first of a two-part article, scientific injury chiropractor, Dr. Alexander Jimenez explains the anatomy and biomechanics of the medial knee ligaments, the consequences of injury, and how these injuries are identified and graded. The…

Science based chiropractor, Dr. Alexander Jimenez takes a look at the patho-anatomy of a side strain and outlines clinical tests to assess, treat and determine readiness for return to play for a cricket fast bowler. Side strains are…

Chiropractic injury expert, Dr. Alexander Jimenez looks at the human anatomy and biomechanics of the tibialis posterior, & outlines suitable examination protocols as well as the treatment and management alternatives for dysfunction. The…

El Paso, TX. Chiropractor, Dr. Alexander Jimenez looks at the role of the proximal tibiofibular joint in the etiology of lateral knee pain. Pain about the lateral aspect of the knee is usually attributed to ailments such as iliotibial band…

There's so much more to stretching than just extending. Chiropractic sports injury specialist, Dr. Alexander Jimenez compares, contrasts & debunks. Stretching is now a science. A developing understanding of the physiology of stretching…

A lady in her early 30s recently came to see me complaining of a stone in her shoe. At first I proceeded to check that the sign in the window hadn't changed to say cobbler, instead of physiotherapist! I returned, rather relieved to observe…

This case study has one of those treatment results that makes you believe you've made a massive difference to somebody's life. Scientific injury specialist, Dr. Alexander Jimenez investigates the case research. This patient, Mel, loves…

Fraser, a promising young Australian Rules football player who had sustained an inversion sprain of the ankle. I saw him soon after the episode and it seemed like the rehabilitation process would be short and straightforward. I was…

Legend has it that every year the body department staff at one of the United States' top universities lay down bets on how long it will take before the new medical students discover the "freshman's nervel" when the time comes to dissect the…

A 33-year old finance manager with severe knee pain and a knee injury that had already been examined by a surgical specialist. On the case notes, the surgeon had scribbled a differential diagnosis list. In the top was meniscal injury, and…

For the previous five years I have been treating Troy for the injuries he sustains playing soccer/football. Troy is more prone to injury. And unless he's very diligent with his rehab, the more injuries he endures, the more inclined he is to…

For many athletes following any major endurance event they will return to their houses, to recover, celebrate, reflect and rebuild to their next career step. Some, like the athlete in this case study will need to now focus attention on…

Aaron was a final-year high school student and keen soccer referee. Complaining of mid-back pain, especially after he had refereed three or even four matches in a single day (which he often did). He experienced this same pain when he was…

A 35-year-old man with what his sports physician described as "left periscapular pain of unknown origin." The sports doctor was hoping that a physiotherapy test and subsequent treatment would settle the symptoms. Chiropractic injury…

This case study focuses on the Australian over-105kg weight-lifter Damon Kelly, who injured his left shoulder, which he had jarred while performing a mis-timed snatch. Injury scientist, Dr. Alexander Jimenez takes a look at the case. In the…

Chiropractic back pain specialist, Dr. Alexander Jimenez looks at new study on muscle activation timing in the postural muscles and the implications for lower back pain in sportsmen and women. Lower back pain (LBP) is a common illness among…

Fatigue related to a diminished ability to make muscular effort as a result of impairment of the central nervous system and/or peripheral nervous system has commonly been referred to as 'neurological fatigue' (NF). El Paso, TX. Chiropractor…

Injury chiropractic specialist, Dr. Alexander Jimenez Looks in the best ways to monitor and reduce injury within this high pressure, high-stakes world... Introduction Football, otherwise known as soccer or association football, is the most…

In the last few years, there's been a steady growth in the popularity of minimalist running shoes, that claim to offer you the benefits of barefoot running without some of the drawbacks. Science based chiropractor, Dr. Alexander Jimenez…

When the northern hemisphere winter approaches, millions head for the slopes. With that in mind, El Paso, TX. Chiropractor, Dr. Alexander Jimenez looks at what recent research has to say regarding injury and injury prevention... Skiing and…