Overview of Shoulder Anatomy Acute Trauma Proximal humeral Fx account for 4-6% of all Fxs. Osteoporotic (OSP) Fx in >60 y.o associated with minimal trauma with F: M 2:1 ratio. In young patients, acute high energy trauma predominates.Complications: AVN humeral head, Axillary N paralysis.Neer Classification: considers fractures along 4-anatomical lines with or w/o displacement >1-cm & 45-degree angulationOne part Neer… Read More
The Texas Board of Chiropractic Examiners (Board) adopts new §78.14 concerning acupuncture.New §78.14 is adopted with changes to the proposed text as published in the July 20, 2018, issue of the Texas Register (43 TexReg 4817). This new rule with changes is adopted under Texas Occupations Code §201.152, which authorizes the Board to adopt rules necessary to perform the Board's duties and to… Read More
Oxidative stress is described as cell damage caused by free radicals, or unstable molecules, which can ultimately affect healthy function. The human body creates free radicals to neutralize bacteria and viruses, however, external factors, such as oxygen, pollution, and radiation, can often also produce free radicals. Oxidative stress has been associated with numerous health issues. Oxidative stress and other stressors… Read More
If you are like most people, at some point in your life you will experience back pain – if you haven’t already. The American Chiropractic Association estimates that around 80% of the population suffers from back pain, has suffered from back pain, or at some point in the future will suffer from back pain. That puts you in pretty good… Read More
Chiropractic care is an alternative treatment option which focuses on the diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of a variety of injuries and/or underlying conditions associated with the musculoskeletal and nervous system. Dr. Alex Jimenez, chiropractor, has helped many patients find relief from their symptoms of neck pain, back pain, and sciatica, among other health issues. Recommended for his outstanding services and… Read More
Influenced since a young age to pursue a career in massage therapy, Brittaney always wished to offer relief to people in pain. Along with Dr. Alex Jimenez, doctor of chiropractic, Brittaney cares deeply about the attention and care she provides to every single one of her patients. Brittaney is motivated to know that she can help people find pain relief… Read More
DNA supports approximately 20,000 genes, each holding a program for the creation of a protein or enzyme required for a healthy lifestyle. Every one of these patterns needs to be constantly regulated by a sort of "promoter" which manages exactly how much of each substance and/or chemical is generated and under which conditions these will also develop. By connecting to… Read More
Chiropractic is more than just spinal adjustments. It is a whole-body therapy that may include health supplements, dietary adjustments, and lifestyle changes that include exercise. By getting the patient to take certain steps, chiropractors make them a vital participant in their own healing. Exercise is outstanding for not only healing, but also for prevention of injury and certain health conditions.… Read More
About 1.5 million people in the United States have rheumatoid arthritis. Rheumatoid arthritis, or RA, is a chronic, autoimmune disease characterized by pain and inflammation of the joints. With RA, the immune system, which protects our well-being by attacking foreign substances like bacteria and viruses, mistakenly attacks the joints. Rheumatoid arthritis most commonly affects the joints of the hands, feet,… Read More
Lisfranc Fracture-Dislocation M/C dislocation of the foot at tarsal-metatarsal articulation (Lisfranc joint). Direct impact or landing and plantar or dorsal flexing the foot. Lisfranc ligament holding 2nd MT base and 1st Cu is torn. Manifests with or w/o fracture-avulsion.Imaging: 1st step: foot radiography in most cases sufficient to Dx. MSK US may help: show disrupted Cu1-Cu2. ligament and widened space… Read More
Arthritis is characterized as the inflammation of one or multiple joints. The most common symptoms of arthritis include pain and discomfort, swelling, inflammation, and stiffness, among others. Arthritis may affect any joint in the human body, however, it commonly develops in the knee. Knee arthritis can make everyday physical activities difficult. The most prevalent types of arthritis are osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis,… Read More
As we age there are certain changes that take place in the body. The spine gets a lot of wear and tear because it is the primary supportive structure that does everything from keeping the head upright, to providing a pathway for neural impulses, to providing mobility. It’s no wonder that there comes a point where the body simply does… Read More
The knee is one of the most complex joints in the human body, consisting of the thigh bone, or femur, the shin bone, or tibia, and the kneecap, or patella, among other soft tissues. Tendons connect the bones to the muscles while ligaments connect the bones of the knee joint. Two wedge-shaped pieces of cartilage, known as the meniscus, provide… Read More
Ankle Fractures 10% of all fractures. 2nd m/c following femoral neck Fx. Demographics: young active males and older osteoporotic femalesStable Fx: overall prognosis is goodUnstable Fx: require ORIF. 15%-20% chances of 2nd OA.Role of imaging is to determine the complexity, stability and care planning (i.e. operative vs. conservative)Weber classification considers tearing of distal tibial-fibular syndesmosis and potential instabilityWeber A -… Read More
When the weather warms, melting the snow and ice as it ushers in the newness of spring, people are drawn outdoors and increased activity soon follows. Runners top the list, training for upcoming marathons and races, or to just get faster and increase endurance. While there are some runners who won’t let anything stop them, be it rain, sleet, or… Read More
Louie Martinez has been a Wrestling coach for 15 years, coaching young athletes ranging from 8 to 15 years old. Louie Martinez shares how he met Dr. Alex Jimenez 10 years ago after he suffered an initial injury. Coach Martinez has suffered a variety of injuries throughout his coaching career, from shoulder injuries to back injuries, and every time, Dr.… Read More
The way a person walks, their gait, can be very telling. It can reveal problems in the feet, ankles, knees, and hips – even in spinal alignment. A problem with gait can indicate pain in a patient as well as serious conditions like diabetes and arthritis. It is a diagnostic tool for many conditions, injuries, and syndromes including autism. When… Read More
Truide Torres started having back pain throughout the progression of her pregnancy. After she started experiencing many limitations with her daily physical activities, Truide Torres visited Dr. Alex Jimenez, chiropractor, to receive chiropractic care for her back pain. Because of her pregnancy, Truide Torres had some doubts and she felt unsure about receiving chiropractic care, however, Dr. Alex Jimenez and… Read More
Sagittal Fluid Sensitivity Sagittal Fluid Sensitive MR slice showing large synovial popliteal (Baker's) cyst (above top image) and large synovial effusion (above bottom image)Note multiple patchy dark signal areas on both images, representing fibrinoid inflammatory depostits aka "rice bodies" a characteristic MRI feature of RA Management Rheumatological Referral & DMARM Conservative management followed by operative care in complicated cases of… Read More