Pain in the upper or mid back is less frequent than neck or lower back pain. The upper back is the region below the cervical spine, or the neck, and above the lower back, or the lumbar spine. The upper spine is known as the thoracic spine, and it's the most stable portion of the spine. The range of motion… Read More
Technology makes life more convenient, but it has also made our lifestyles more sedentary. Poor posture's stress places unnecessary amounts of pressure and tension in the neck and back. We know neck pain and back pain can be debilitating, especially after years of improper posture and a sedentary lifestyle. Chiropractic care can help reduce pain and discomfort from the spine… Read More
Sciatica Pain: Sandra Rubio discusses sciatica, its causes and its symptoms. Sciatica is the collection of symptoms caused by the compression of the sciatic nerve, the longest nerve in the human body which extends from the lower back to the feet. Sandra Rubio describes how she's witnessed many patients come into Dr. Alex Jimenez's office feeling painful and often severe… Read More
Low back pain is a common complaint reported among the general population. Once it begins, however, what do you do? Here are 5 ways to help manage those sudden bouts of back pain. This guide is for people who are experiencing mild low back pain. For instance, in the event that you woke up with back pain or you overdid… Read More
Fibromyalgia is one of the most common chronic pain conditions in the United States. It is believed to affect one in fifty people in the U.S. alone, according to the American College of Rheumatology. This condition is very problematic because it is extremely difficult to diagnose. It is also difficult to treat because it tends to be a chronic condition.… Read More
Many people think of chiropractic as a treatment for neck and back problems, but in truth it is a whole body wellness practice and the neck and back are just one aspect. One application that is garnering a great deal of attention is the treatment of carpal tunnel syndrome (CTS). Chiropractic is an effective, non-invasive treatment for CTS, relieving the… Read More
Low back pain is a common condition which occurs as a result of a lumbar sprain, spinal stenosis, disc herniation, and due to various other degenerative spinal disorders. The topic of discussion today, however, focuses on discogenic lower back pain; a degenerative condition. Discogenic low back pain refers to painful symptoms caused by the degeneration, damage or injury of one… Read More
New Patient Intake Form: Truide Torres, office manager at Injury Medical Clinic with Dr. Alex Jimenez, discusses some of the most common questions patients have when they come in for their first office visit. Patients can save time and fill most of the required forms online by visiting https://www.elpasobackclinic.com/patient-intake-form. If you've been involved in an automobile accident or a work-related… Read More
Allergy Sufferers! As winter gives way to spring, seasonal allergies can really get you down. Whether you get a few sniffles and some sneezing or you are down for the count with every terrible allergy symptom known to man, it can make spring pretty unbearable. There is no shortage of allergy medications on the market, but they come with their own… Read More
Back pain sometimes strikes without warning. One minute you're bending or lifting something heavy; the next minute you're unable to move. Sudden onset of muscle spasm from the back is common. Roughly 8 out of 10 adults will experience back pain at some point in their lives. Generally, the origin of back pain and muscle spasm can be credited to… Read More
About 50 to 80 percent of pregnant women experience some type of pain back during their pregnancy. Access to the right treatment can be challenging because the connection between pregnancy and back pain is not fully comprehended. Luckily, back pain is typically short-term where most cases will go away shortly after the birth of your baby, however, waiting for the… Read More
Chiropractic care is generally the first choice of treatment for back pain as well as for a variety of other injuries and/or aggravated conditions associated with the musculoskeletal and nervous system. Chiropractic care has numerous health benefits that can focus on helping patients of all ages. But, what many people don't realize is that chiropractic care was not designed for only… Read More
Sleeping: Lower back pain makes it hard to fall asleep, and the pain can awake anyone any hour of the night. To help reclaim your sleep schedule, here are some simple guidelines to sleeping with lower back pain: Sleeping With Lower Back Pain Guidelines Sleep On Your Side To Relieve Pain One of the most common causes of lower back… Read More
Whiplash Massage: Sandra Rubio describes how whiplash-associated disorders resulting from an automobile accident can cause symptoms of neck pain. An injury to the cervical spine can damage the complex structures of the neck, including vertebrae, intervertebral discs and soft tissues like tendons, ligaments and muscles. Dr. Alex Jimenez, doctor of chiropractic, is a non surgical choice which provides several treatment… Read More
Experiencing foot pain, there's no doubt you checked out your foot to make sure it's not injured or hurting from improper fitting shoes, corns, plantar fasciitis, etc. This may seem counterintuitive, but you may want to check the condition of the lumbar spine (lower back)? Most foot problems are caused from issues with the foot itself, but you might be surprised to… Read More
Back pain can affect 8 out of 10 people throughout their lifetime. Because it's become such a common complaint over many generations, it's not uncommon for the average person to turn to self-care remedies in order to find immediate relief for their symptoms without the need to seek medical attention. As a result, many myths about back pain and its… Read More
Sandra Rubio discusses the symptoms, causes and treatments of neck pain. Headaches, migraines, dizziness, confusion and weakness in the upper extremities are some of the most common symptoms associated with neck pain. Trauma from an injury, such as that from an automobile accident or a sports injury, or an aggravated condition due to improper posture can commonly cause neck pain… Read More
Are you experiencing back pain right now? The impact may seem identical, although it can be characterized as a dull throb or a sharp pain. Your life may have already been negatively affected as a result of your back pain. Some estimates show that 80 percent of people may experience the distress of back pain at any point in their… Read More
Chiropractic treatment is a nonsurgical option that can help reduce neck pain and related symptoms. Below are some of the different types of neck (cervical) conditions that Doctors of Chiropractic (DC's) treat: Chiropractors also use manual therapies to treat neck pain: Cervical intervertebral disc injuries that don’t require surgery Cervical sprain injuries Degenerative joint syndrome of the neck (eg, facet… Read More