As people grow into adults, maintaining normal flexibility gets to be much more challenging and losing flexibility can result in a lot of pain to the musculoskeletal system. Unfortunately, many of us do not retain flexibility throughout the day, even when attempting to be active. Many jobs are largely sedentary, and even leisure activities keep us stuck in one place.… Read More
It's natural for people to wonder whether an underlying health issue may be due to a tumor or another serious health issue, especially when you've got severe pain and discomfort. Tumors in the spine can cause back pain when the growth weakens the bone, which can ultimately result in spinal fractures, compression or impingement of the nerves, and spinal distress.… Read More
If you are an active amateur or a competitive runner, using the services of a chiropractor can make a vast change in your overall health, reduce your pain from injuries and improve your alignment for a more effective run. Chiropractors are excellent when it comes to rehabilitation, and they can help you keep your body in top condition as an… Read More
Sacroiliac joint dysfunction is characterized as a sharp, stabbing pain which radiates from the pelvis and hips, down into the lower back or lumbar spine and throughout the legs. Patients might experience tingling sensations or numbness. The sacroiliac joint is generally attributed to causing between 15 to 30 percent of chronic low back pain cases. Approximately 80 percent of adults… Read More
Athletes participate in a variety of exercises and physical activities on a regular basis, however, this can increase the risk of injury. Proper sports injury therapy depends on the correct diagnosis in order for them to be able to return-to-play quickly. Dr. Alexander Jimenez, a chiropractor, helps many athletes recover to optimal performance through the use of chiropractic treatment. Chiropractic… Read More
What is Facet Arthropathy? The facet joints are the joints which are found behind the spine to counterbalance the intervertebral discs found between the vertebrae of the spine. These are ultimately essential for restricting the movements of the spine for the vertebrae to maintain proper alignment. Over time, the natural aging process can cause the facet joints to deteriorate… Read More
Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) is a condition that causes considerable discomfort if diagnosed with this autoimmune disease. This is when your immune system starts attacking your joints, instead of foreign invaders, which then causes inflammation. The worse the RA, the more severe the symptoms become. If things get bad enough you can lose mobility altogether, which is why it is so… Read More
You need to understand your feet! Flat feet, foot pronation, and foot imbalances can lead to all kinds of pain: Knee pain Hip pain Back pain Yes even Shoulder pain If you are considering custom orthotics, a health care professional such as Doctor Jimenez and Injury Medical Chiropractic Clinic can perform a foot scan to show you what imbalances in… Read More
Degenerative disc disease is a health issue which occurs when one or more of the discs found between the vertebrae of the spine break down, causing painful symptoms and other problems. Common symptoms may include pain, tingling sensations, weakness, and numbness. Despite its name, degenerative disc disease is actually not a disease, but rather, a natural process which occurs with… Read More
Automobile accidents are unfortunate conditions which can tremendously influence an individual's quality of life, health, and wellbeing. Car crash injuries, such as whiplash-associated ailments, neck pain, and back pain, can finally cause debilitating symptoms which can greatly limit an individual's capacity to take part in their regular responsibilities. Patients describe how Dr. Alex Jimenez, chiropractor or doctor of chiropractic in… Read More
What is Radiculopathy? The spine consists of 33 bones, best known as vertebrae, which shield the spinal cord from experiencing injury or trauma. The bones of the spine permit an individual to remain upright, bend, and twist. The vertebrae are held in place by a collection of muscles, tendons, and ligaments. Nerves also extend from the spine to the… Read More
Golfer�s elbow is a condition that affects far more than those that golf regularly. According to Dynamic Chiropractic, golfer�s elbow can affect violinists, construction workers, tennis players, bikers and more. It's more an expression similar to tennis elbow. Anyone who overuses the elbow can find themselves with pain inside the forearm and elbow, pain that is unlikely to go away… Read More
Chronic back pain affects many people. Whether it's chronic neck pain, shoulder, hip, back or fibromyalgia, these symptoms seriously affect an individual's health and disrupt their lives to the nth degree. Dr. Alexander Jimenez is a chiropractor of 30+ years experience that focuses on diagnosing, treating, and preventing injuries, conditions and health issues. Various individuals tell their stories and describe… Read More
What is an Adductor Muscle Strain? An adductor muscle strain is characterized as an acute injury to the muscles of the groin. Although a variety of muscles in the human body can be injured, the adductor longus, medius, magnus, and the gracilis are some of the most well-known muscle groups to be affected by an injury.� Strains are muscle… Read More
Degenerative disc disease is a condition where the degradation or wearing away of your spinal discs leads to pain and discomfort. Everyone�s discs wear down, but not every person experiences pain. That is the difference! What are the Four Stages of DDD Two of the main components of the spine are the vertebrae and the discs. The discs sit between… Read More