The health of the spine and optimal body performance go hand in hand. When thinking about chiropractic treatment thoughts of cracking, popping, or fixing spinal kinks are what usually come to mind. This is true, however, chiropractic goes much deeper than just adjustments. Regular chiropractic will help maintain overall/optimal health and prevent: Painful musculoskeletal conditions Disease Other health issues Learn… Read More
Injury prevention should be on everyone's mind. All jobs, sports, and activities have the potential to cause some form of injury/s. Sustaining an injury, no matter how big or small can take a toll on the body. It can force an individual to take a lengthy break from work, school, sports, etc, or stop completely. Some form of… Read More
Mexican traditional medicine has left empirical knowledge about herbs, plants, and barks to use in critical or chronic conditions. Nevertheless, all of this information passed through generations without scientific proof of such plants and herbs’ functional mechanisms. Nopal (Opuntia Ficus Indica), also known as the prickly pear plant, has been used in Mexican medicine to treat diabetes. The science behind… Read More
Spinal traction, both mechanical and manual are treatment options that are based on the application of force to the axis of the spinal column. A region of the spinal column is pulled in opposite directions to stabilize or change the position of herniated, slipped, bulging, discs, and/or nerve injury/damage to the spine. Traction treatment is crucial to spinal adjustments, especially… Read More
Methylcobalamin is an active form of vitamin B12 and has been used as a therapeutic adjuvant to treat multiple chronic conditions. In fact, methylcobalamin modulates the synthesis of methionine and S-adenosylmethionine. It has been a part of diabetic neuropathy treatment with positive results and can alleviate the pain sensation. Daily intake of methylcobalamin is necessary because the human body is… Read More
Heart health and proper function circulate millions of gallons of blood to the entire body. The circulation moves: Oxygen Fuel Hormones Essential cells Other compounds Removes metabolic waste products If the heart stops, vital functions can fail almost instantly. Family history and genetics play a role in the development of heart disease, but lifestyle choices also play a part.… Read More
Clinical studies between body composition and chronic conditions have been made, mainly focusing on adipose tissue content and metabolic derangement. Nevertheless, a new scope has been recently projected light upon the lean body mass composition and the repercussions it has on cardiometabolic conditions. The proper way to define lean body mass (LBM) is the total body weight minus the weight… Read More
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cGJR1hpjffk In this new functional medicine episode Dr. Alex Jimenez brings to you this part 2 of 3 of a presentation titled "Immune Dysfunction and Inflammation: A primary Mechanism of Illness" where we will recall the key physiologic steps by which the immune system defends the body and repairs it after injury and infection. He will also help us Identify… Read More
Participating in any sports or physical activities strengthens the mind and body. But working out and engaging in these types of activities too much or without rest periods wears down the body. There is the feeling of a good workout with some sore muscles and achiness that lets you know the activity is working positively. However, soreness can quickly lead… Read More
Body composition We are not just made of one component, we have a variety of components and compartments, each one different than the other and with its own functions. In fact, the study of body composition allows us to measure the body’s core components: adipose tissue, minerals, protein, and body water and to compare the changes between them. … Read More
The prevalence and effects that obesity can cause on the human body and health are a big concern in the health care system. It is currently estimated that 1.9 billion adults are overweight, and almost 600 million people of productive age suffer from obesity. The increased weight is often associated with high mortality risk. This condition is also linked to… Read More
Individuals are tired of feeling sick. Many doctors prescribe medications to just control the symptoms of the various ailments. Headaches Migraines Nausea Fatigue Acid reflux Asthma Allergies Chiropractic care combined with Health coaching will: Bring the body back into balance Restore optimal circulation Detox the body Increase immune system response Tired Nervous System Many of these problems are rooted… Read More
Hintonia Latiflora (family Rubiaceae) is a bark of a Central American plant. In Mexico, Hintonia Latiflora is commonly known as “copalchis†and is extensively applied by patients with non-insulin-dependent diabetes mellitus. The blood glucose-lowering effects of Hintonia Latiflora have recently gained the scientific community’s attention and applied in several research settings. In recent studies, the isolation of several cucurbitacins… Read More
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Otvu_n_GgZE Dr. Alex Jimenez brings to you this part three of a Functional Medicine Presentation where Medical Specialists will help you recognize the symptoms, signs, and conditions correlated with suboptimal thyroid function. He also explains how ATM’s and MLF’s represent root causes of suboptimal thyroid function based on their effects ion the Production, Transport/Conversion, Sensitivity, and Detoxification of thyroid hormones.… Read More
The production of inflammatory cytokines and oxidative stress are linked to metabolic derangements that ultimately lead to an elevated risk of developing chronic disease. The novel investigation that links inflammation and oxidative stress with type 2 Diabetes Mellitus dig deeply into the metabolic and cellular pathways. Recent studies focused on the therapeutic effect of berberine, and metabolic outcomes have shown… Read More
Identification of piriformis syndrome or sciatica requires proper testing and examination. The piriformis muscle begins at the sacrum near the sacroiliac joint and is attached to the femur/thigh bone at the outer area of the hip. The sciatic nerve passes typically under or through the muscle before going down the back of the thigh. The piriformis helps to… Read More
Monitoring and control of glucose levels are imperative to the treatment plan of metabolic diseases. Conditions like Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus and metabolic syndrome are distressing pathologies extended all around the world. Despite the in-depth recognition and research on these pathologies, new factors involving oxidative stress and inflammation are associated with the condition. However, new findings and new factors should… Read More
Chiropractic adjustments can eliminate headaches and migraines from the source. Many individuals visit medical doctors complaining of headaches and migraines. Most hope for immediate relief from these debilitating issues. However, most are sent home after a quick exam and are given a prescription for medication. Finding, treating, and eliminating the root cause should be the objective, instead of just taking… Read More
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XIBrKKXtxh8 This is the third episode Dr. Alex Jimenez brings to you where Medical Specialist Talk about the complex role hormones play in our overall physiology and shows us a model that can be used as a framework for evaluating and treating hormonal dysfunction. Evans describes how the HPATG axis can affect and be affected by all the clinical nodes… Read More