Diffuse idiopathic skeletal hyperostosis, also known as D.I.S.H is a misunderstood and often misdiagnosed source of back pain. Dr. Jimenez gives some insight into this condition and prevention. There are many health conditions that have back pain as a symptom. This is why it can be difficult to pinpoint the exact cause. Usually, this is not a problem because most… Read More
Motorcycle accidents are a lot different from automobile accidents. Specifically, how much the riders are exposed and unprotected during the collision compared to individuals in a motor vehicle. A recommendation from attorneys, doctors, and chiropractors is for all motorcyclists to learn about common causes of accidents to help prevent and reduce the level of risk. On a motorcycle, there is nothing… Read More
Anthropometric Assessment Anthropometric measurement plays a principal role in the patient’s health assessment. Anthropometric measures are an essential part of our clinical findings; body composition analysis provides vital information about our nutritional status. Our body is our vehicle, and as such, it serves as a storage for our energy in the form of fat deposits and muscle mass. Our body… Read More
Tendonitis can happen in any area of the body where a tendon is being overused. If left untreated it can lead to serious/chronic issues. Most individuals experience this injury near joints around the shoulder, knee, elbow, wrist, foot, and can be a painful problem. The muscles' have a regular blood supply of healing nutrients and fresh oxygen. But the tendons… Read More
A chiropractic sports massage will reduce the risk of injury, improve flexibility, and the circulatory system. A chiropractic sports massage is a focused treatment that is designed for biomechanical needs and physical demands of individuals that regularly engage in sports/physical athletic activities like: Running Gym workouts CrossFit Football Basketball Raquetball Skating Cycling Soccer Yoga Individuals that stress their body's… Read More
When neck pain and becoming dizzy present it is called cervical vertigo or cervicogenic dizziness. It can present from different causes. It could be a recent or previous automobile accident, or from slouching too much while looking down at the phone, or it could be an arthritic condition acting up. Whatever the reason/s the spinning, neck pain, and headaches, need… Read More
The world of medicine is continually advancing and growing. Research is being published every day on new ways to measure health. In recent years, the importance of Phase Angle has come to light. Phase angle When reviewing InBody scans, there is one number we pay exceptional attention to. This number is the phase angle. The phase angle can be summed… Read More
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After being involved in an auto accident, it could be weeks before the full effects of the trauma present. Visiting a chiropractor after an auto injury can help the body heal quicker and helps to prevent further injury. Benefits include: Inflammation is reduced It is non-Invasive It is highly effective for pain treatment Helps to lessen and avoid pain medications… Read More
The association between heart failure, cardiovascular disease, and fibrosis with a metabolic marker TMAO is key to preventing and reversing these chronic conditions. TMAO contributes to CVD development by inducing platelet aggregation, foam cell formation and promoting inflammatory responses by activating the NLRP3 inflammasome. Therefore, the close monitoring of this marker and posterior dietary approaches to reduce TMAO are needed… Read More
Age is the primary contributor to many spinal conditions. This is because of the strain that comes after decades of wear and tear. The most damaging age-related spinal condition is spondylosis/arthritis of the vertebrae. This can lead to everything from herniated discs, to vertebral fractures. Spondylosis increases the risk for cervical spondylotic myelopathy. This condition involves the compression of the… Read More
All disease starts in the gut, but how? Intestinal permeability is a great contributor to metabolic and chronic conditions, as it allows bacterial translocation. Furthermore, this triggers local and systemic inflammation. However, these two factors, combined with the presence of gut-derived metabolites, like trimethylamine N-oxide (TMAO), have recently been associated with heart failure. Nevertheless, discovering this new contributor of disease… Read More
The shoulder joint consists of different muscles that are for moving, protection, and provide a wide range of motion. When one or more of these muscles is pulled or strained it can affect the smallest movements. A pulled shoulder muscle can make simple activities difficult, painful, and impossible. Minor shoulder injuries can heal on their own with home remedies. A… Read More
One area to consider is driving. When it comes to carpal tunnel syndrome pain most individuals think about keyboard typing, as the source of arm, wrist, and hand pain. This is true, but carpal tunnel can develop from: Any repetitive motion Gripping Bending at the wrist Vibrations going through the wrist Long-distance truckers, those who drive for business or regular… Read More
A fibromyalgia diagnosis involves the process of eliminating other disorders and conditions with similar symptoms. It can be difficult to diagnose fibromyalgia. There is no common exam or test that a doctor can use to definitively diagnose fibromyalgia. The elimination process is utilized because of several other conditions with similar symptoms. These include: Rheumatoid arthritis Chronic fatigue syndrome Lupus … Read More
Fibromyalgia or FM is a condition that increases an individual's sensitivity to pain. It causes extensive body pain among other issues including: Anxiety Depression Fatigue Numbness Poor sleep Bladder issues Bowel problems Fibromyalgia includes multiple tender points at specific areas of the body and widespread musculoskeletal pain. Research suggests that the nervous system is the key factor in the pathology… Read More
It was first isolated from the Bovine Pineal gland in 1958. Nevertheless, in humans, it is the main hormone secreted by the pineal gland. Melatonin was considered a sleeping aid, and it was widely used to reduce jet-lag. Nevertheless, the chronobiological hormone has proven to have multiple health benefits, like antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and immunomodulatory effects. Extra pineal sources like: -Retina.… Read More
Car accidents even minor ones can cause musculoskeletal problems, especially in the neck and shoulder area. When whiplash symptoms do not present immediately, this is known as delayed whiplash. Depending on the severity, it can be dangerous. Delayed symptoms can show up anywhere from twenty-four hours to months after the accident. This is because the body is masking the symptoms… Read More