How your body changes your brain The way you move can change your brain, according to the latest in neuroplasticity. Here’s how. Sourced through Scoop.it from: www.theage.com.au Neuroplasticity, a term used to describe the way an individual’s brain functions to rewire themselves in response to a person’s experiences and actions. The brain is hardwired like a computer that works from the… Read More
See on Scoop.it - Lower Back Pain“Are you experiencing pain along one side of your body from your lower back down through your hip and the back of your leg? If so, you could be suffering from a condition called sciatica.”Dr. Alex Jimenez D.C.,C.C.S.T’s insight:Chiropractic treatment can help alleviate symptoms of back pain. For more information, please feel free to ask Dr. Jimenez… Read More
Morton’s NeuromaMorton’s Neuroma is a condition most commonly seen among athletes. Characterized by a thickening of the nerve tissues found in the ball of the foot, Morton’s neuroma mostly affects the nerve that travels between the third and fourth toes. (more…)View On WordPress Read More
See on Scoop.it - Joint MovementSpring greens like kale and spinach are good for more than just salads. Read on to learn five surprising ways to use spring greens.See on everydayhealth.com Read More
A burning sensation in the foot, followed by pain and discomfort is a common symptoms experienced by many. Morton's neuroma, among other conditions, is an underlying condition that could be causing these symptoms. For more information, please feel free to ask Dr. Jimenez or contact us at (915) 850-0900. http://bit.ly/24fS51G Read More
See on Scoop.it - Joint Movement#1 – Cobra Stretch Start with a pushup position on a comfortable floor. Extend and straighten your arms while you keep your hips planted on the floor. Go as far you comfortably can until you feel a nice stretch in your lower back.See on leadinginversiontablereviews.com Read More
See on Scoop.it - Lower Back PainWhether you woke up with a tight lower back, your desk job has you aching, or you overdid it at the gym, here is a relaxing yoga sequence designed specifically to stretch your lower back. See on popsugar.com Read More
Conditions such as Morton's neuroma, may cause toe numbness and other symptoms. Wearing proper footwear is a recommended treatment option for many foot conditions. For more information, please feel free to ask Dr. Jimenez or contact us at (915) 850-0900. http://bit.ly/1Tt8Stc Read More
Pain in the toes could be a symptoms indicating the presence of an undiagnozed condition. Morton's neuroma is a thickening of the nerve tissues located in the ball of the foot, which causes pain and discomfort at the forefoot and toes. For more information, please feel free to ask Dr. Jimenez or contact us at (915) 850-0900. http://bit.ly/1Qxgrue Read More
Subluxation correction is practiced by chiropractors to correct a misaligned spine. Chiropractic for children is a topic for debate but studies show if a child is affected by a serious illness, spinal manipulation may help. For more information, please feel free to ask Dr. Jimenez or contact us at 915-850-0900. http://bit.ly/21cNnQr Read More
5 Causes for Wrist and Hand Pain Many people report feeling symptoms of wrist or hand pain and discomfort. In modern day times, injuries and conditions are being constantly diagnosed due to more individuals overexerting their joints through everyday activities which require constant use of the wrists and hands. Certain sports, gardening, and even texting and gaming can cause complications in… Read More
Tendonitis is a medical term used to describe irritation, inflammation, and swelling of a tendon, mostly felt where these fibrous bands attach to the bone. There are many tendons housed within the body and when a frequently used tendon like those found on the wrist become inflamed, tendonitis may develop.(more…)View On WordPress Read More
The stretches and exercises practiced in yoga promote fitness and health, including relieving back symptoms. Certain postures in yoga may be beneficial towards improving the mobility and flexibility of the spine. For more information, please feel free to ask Dr. Jimenez or contact us at (915) 850-0900. http://bit.ly/248F3TB Read More
The wrist is prone to suffering injuries due to overuse. De Quervain’s tenosynovitis is the inflammation of the tendon sheaths and tendons in the thumb, which results in pain and swelling in the outer wrist, and reduces movement of the thumb. For more information, please feel free to ask Dr. Jimenez or contact us at (915) 850-0900. http://bit.ly/1TnnhHh Read More
Overusing the hands and wrists during every day activities is common, which can often times result in damage or injury of the joints. Conditions such as De Quervain's tenosynovitis, cause pain on the thumb and wrist to develop. For more information, please feel free to ask Dr. Jimenez or contact us at (915) 850-0900. http://bit.ly/1U8SccG Read More
De Quervain's tenosynovitis, or wrist tendonitis, is a condition resulting when the synovium and tendons located around the base of the thumb and wrist become inflamed, causing pain. For more information on the subject matter, please feel free to ask Dr. Jimenez or contact us at (915) 850-0900. http://bit.ly/1NFHBz4 Read More
Identifying a Wrist Fracture Wrist fractures are considered to be among the most common broken bones experienced by the greater majority of individuals under 65 years of age. A broken wrist is generally identified as damage or injury to the end of the radius bone in the forearm, resulting in a fracture. Occasionally, the ulna, another bone in the forearm, may… Read More
Many people experience symptoms of general back pain, throughout their lifetimes but the exact location of an individual's pain and discomfort could directly indicate the source of a person's back pain. For more information on the subject matter, please feel free to ask Dr. Jimenez or contact us at (915) 850-0900. http://bit.ly/244VlwF Read More
Healing takes time. After removing a cast from a fractured wrist, specific procedures should be followed, such as physical therapy and exercises. Occasionally, an individual could experience residual aches and stiffness on the wrist. For more information, please feel free to ask Dr. Jimenez or contact us at (915) 850-0900. http://bit.ly/1ML5VEU Read More