Migraine headaches have been considered to be one of the most frustrating ailments when compared to other common health issues. Generally triggered by stress, the symptoms of migraines, including the debilitating head pain, sensitivity to light and sound as well as the nausea, can tremendously affect a migraineur's quality of life. However, research studies have found that chiropractic care can… Read More
Chiropractic Helps: Tendonitis is a condition that occurs when a tendon that connects bone to muscle is injured, overused, or used improperly. The result is inflammation, pain and sometimes swelling. In the case of an injury where the tendon is stressed to otherwise injured, soft tissue around the area may also become involved. Each year more than 4 million people… Read More
Migraine headache pain can be characterized as a throbbing pain or a pulsing sensation of varying intensity, which is generally accompanied by nausea as well as extreme sensitivity to light and sound. According to the American Migraine Association, migraines affect about 36 million Americans, or approximately 12 percent of the population in the United States. Because the symptoms can often… Read More
Volleyball Injury: James Hill is a school teacher and father of two older sons and his youngest daughter Madison Hill. As a part of an athletic family, Madison has been involved in sports since a young age, however, she experienced many injuries as a result. Fortunately, James Hill and his daughter Madison Hill met Dr. Alex Jimenez and he's helped… Read More
Chiropractic care is extremely beneficial for many different conditions; some obvious while others are more obscure. Structural issues that affect the knees are often very responsive to chiropractic treatment. In the case of chondromalacia patellae and other knee problems, it has proven to reduce pain and help improve the condition considerably, providing the patient with increased mobility and flexibility. Chondromalacia… Read More
Leg Length: One side of the human body doesn't necessarily match the other perfectly. In fact, there is almost always a tiny disparity of size and length in a person's hands, feet, arms, and legs. Think about it, a ring may fit on one hand but be tight on the other, a shoe may feel loose on one foot but… Read More
18 Wheeler Accident: Jesus Rabelo earns a living as a truck driver in El Paso, TX. After being involved in an accident, however, Mr. Rabelo sufferered from shoulder and back pain which affected his personal life and work, forcing him to have to start over again. In regards to a highly valued recommendation, Jesus Rabelo found Dr. Alex Jimenez, chiropractor… Read More
Araceli Norte used to teach physical therapy at the technician level before she suffered a slip and fall accident. When she was recommended to see an excellent doctor who genuinely cared about his patients, Mrs. Norte didn't hesitate to visit Dr. Alex Jimenez to receive slip and fall injury treatment. Before treatment, Araceli Norte experienced chronic pain on the left… Read More
Acute Whiplash-Associated Disorders: Acute Whiplash Each year in America there are between 6.5 million and 7 million Motor Vehicle Accidents or (MVA's) that affect many. Of those accidents, about three million involve some form of bodily injury. About two thirds of these injuries, while not debilitating, are permanent. When you are rear-ended your body is driven out from under your head. Although… Read More
Neck Pain Treatment: Shane Scott was involved in a car accident and suffered injuries which manifested into debilitating headaches and lower back pain. As a recent father, Shane Scott must rely on his overall health and wellness to take care of his daughter. Shane Scott became a car accident treatment patient with Dr. Alex Jimenez and his symptoms improved dramatically… Read More
Everyone experiences pain from time to time. Pain is a physical feeling of discomfort caused by injury or illness. When you pull a muscle or cut your finger, for instance, a signal is sent through the nerve roots to the brain, signaling you that something is wrong in the body. Pain may be different for everyone and there are several… Read More
Wrestling Injury: Louie Martinez has had the pleasure of being a wrestling coach for approximately 15 years. Through his experience, Coach Martinez understands the importance of chiropractic care for the wrestler. Sports injuries can commonly occur in wrestling, however, Louie Martinez explains how with Dr. Alex Jimenez, it's only a matter of visiting his clinic to receive the proper treatment… Read More
Psychological therapy, also known as psychotherapy, refers to the use of psychological methods to help change an individual's way of thinking as well as improve their coping skills in order for them to learn how to best deal with stress. Psychological therapies have widely been utilized as a part of the multidisciplinary management of chronic pain. Common psychotherapies include, cognitive-behavioral… Read More
Have You Ever Considered Seeing A Chiropractor? Cost Effectiveness: There are tons of reasons why a person would answer "yes." From overall general health to specific aches and pains, to an injury, millions of folks turn to chiropractors for pain relief, increased movement and strength, and overall healing. For some individuals, the price tag seems to hinder their decision to… Read More
Back Pain Treatment: Louie Martinez is a business owner in El Paso, TX. After experiencing a variety of injuries which affected his ability to perform his everyday activities, Mr. Martinez chose Dr. Alex Jimenez to treat his pain. Dr. Alex Jimenez restored Louie Martinez back to his original state of health and wellness. After receiving care for over 10 years,… Read More
There was a time when Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, or ADHD, was laughed off as “kids being kids.†Research has shown, however, that ADHD is a neuro behavioral disorder that is often diagnosed in children. In fact, 1 in 10 children receives a diagnosis of ADHD and experts are taking notice of the condition’s impact in learning and even daily… Read More
If you've experienced a headache, you're not alone. Approximately 9 out of 10 individuals in the United States suffer from headaches. While some are intermittent, some frequent, some are dull and throbbing, and some cause debilitating pain and nausea, getting rid of the head pain is an immediate response for many. But, how can you most effectively relieve a headache?… Read More
Carpal Tunnel Pain: Ottis Hamlet depends largely on the use of his hands to carry out his important craftsmanship in the city of San Antonio, TX. However, Mr. Hamlet developed painful symptoms in both of his arms as a result of carpal tunnel syndrome, which tremendously affected his ability to engage in his job. Fortunately, Ottis Hamlet met Dr. Alex… Read More
Stress is a result of the human body's "fight or flight" response, a prehistoric defense mechanism triggered by the sympathetic nervous system (SNS). Stress is an essential component of survival. When stressors activate the fight or flight response, a mixture of chemicals and hormones are secreted into the blood flow, which prepare the body for perceived danger. Although short-term stress… Read More