by Dr. Alex Jimenez D.C.,C.C.S.T | Mar 17, 2021 | Chiropractic Examination, Fibromyalgia
A fibromyalgia diagnosis involves the process of eliminating other disorders and conditions with similar symptoms. It can be difficult to diagnose fibromyalgia. There is no common exam or test that a doctor can use to definitively diagnose fibromyalgia. The...
by Dr. Alex Jimenez D.C.,C.C.S.T | Mar 15, 2021 | Auto Accident Injuries, Whiplash
Car accidents even minor ones can cause musculoskeletal problems, especially in the neck and shoulder area. When whiplash symptoms do not present immediately, this is known as delayed whiplash. Depending on the severity, it can be dangerous. Delayed symptoms can show...
by Dr. Alex Jimenez D.C.,C.C.S.T | Mar 12, 2021 | Conditions Treated, Injury Care
The body’s muscles function to produce force and motion. The trapezius muscle is one of the largest, which makes it highly susceptible to injury/s and spasms. A trapezius muscle spasm is when the muscle starts to contract. This muscle group is based around the...
by Dr. Alex Jimenez D.C.,C.C.S.T | Mar 11, 2021 | Auto Accident Injuries, Auto Accident Injuries, Whiplash
While bruising, soreness, and scrapes are common, whiplash and chronic whiplash injuries may not show for several days or weeks. While today’s vehicles are safer than ever, they can still only do so much when it comes to the body and musculoskeletal health....
by Dr. Alex Jimenez D.C.,C.C.S.T | Mar 10, 2021 | Chiropractic, Chronic Back Pain
Chiropractic manipulation under anesthesia also known as M.U.A is a non-invasive stretching and musculoskeletal manipulation technique. This type of chiropractic treatment can offer relief from chronic and constant back pain along with other types of pain that have...
by Dr. Alex Jimenez D.C.,C.C.S.T | Mar 9, 2021 | Sciatica, Sciatica Nerve Pain
Sciatica is a very common and painful issue. Keeping it in check can be difficult especially with various causes that can generate flare-ups. Individuals managing sciatica need to pay attention and be vigilant of the negative activities/movements that could cause...
by Dr. Alex Jimenez D.C.,C.C.S.T | Mar 5, 2021 | Health Coaching, Weight Loss
Understanding the difference between weight loss and fat loss will help promote a healthy change and an improvement in an individual’s wellbeing. Fat loss can be a part of losing weight however, individuals lose more than just fat. For most individuals, fat loss...
by Dr. Alex Jimenez D.C.,C.C.S.T | Mar 4, 2021 | Anti Aging
Keeping an individual’s spine in top form equals less pain and more mobility, flexibility, and freedom. The body wears down and is a natural effect of aging that happens to every single one of us. Spinal issues related to aging can become serious if not...
by Dr. Alex Jimenez D.C.,C.C.S.T | Mar 3, 2021 | Spine Care, Work Related Injuries
High-impact labor jobs can cause back pain, as well as jobs that require sitting all day. Nowadays, everyone is at risk of developing some form of back pain at their place of work. Here are a few tips for avoiding back injuries at work. It does not matter what an...
by Dr. Alex Jimenez D.C.,C.C.S.T | Mar 3, 2021 | Injury Care, Personal Injury, Work Related Injuries
When individuals stop working on their back pain therapy, the pain can come back. Don’t give up on the process and trust the therapists/providers. Many people experience their first episode of low back pain between the ages of 20 and 40. Often they are not sure...
by Dr. Alex Jimenez D.C.,C.C.S.T | Feb 26, 2021 | Chiropractic, Spine Care
Individuals that have undergone spine surgery or spinal fusion for extreme low back pain caused by degeneration, herniated disks, sciatica, and other injuries could benefit from gentle chiropractic therapy post-surgery. Spinal fusion surgery is one of the last options...
by Dr. Alex Jimenez D.C.,C.C.S.T | Feb 25, 2021 | Fitness, Weight Loss
The human body is a complex system, that requires consistent development in all areas. When it comes to weight loss being too strict can cause the body to rebel. Examples are individuals that have lost weight, then put it right back on, or get stuck in a plateau. The...
by Dr. Alex Jimenez D.C.,C.C.S.T | Feb 24, 2021 | Injury Care, Spine Care
Spinal decompression surgery could be a treatment option discussion with a doctor to relieve nerve pain brought on by a spinal condition or disorder. Everything to know about the procedures straight from the experts. Spinal Decompression Surgery Types:...
by Dr. Alex Jimenez D.C.,C.C.S.T | Feb 23, 2021 | Health Coaching, Weight Loss
The world of health and fitness has evolved with all kinds of technical jargon and terminology that can require a guide to get a handle on things. It can become confusing and terms like Lean Body Mass and Lean muscle can get mixed up. Body composition analysis allows...
by Dr. Alex Jimenez D.C.,C.C.S.T | Feb 22, 2021 | Mobility & Flexibility, Severe Back Pain
Individuals with ankylosing spondylitis have a new treatment option that was previously used for rheumatoid arthritis. It is a medication that belongs to a class known as JAK inhibitors. Ankylosing spondylitis combines joint pain with reduced mobility. Ankylosing...
