Headache pain is one of the most prevalent reasons for doctor office visits. The majority of people experience them at some point in their life and they can affect anyone, regardless of age, race and gender. The International Headache Society, or IHS, categorizes headaches as primary, when they are not caused by another injury and/or condition, or secondary, when there… Read More
Chronic fatigue syndrome (CFS) is a condition that is not as straightforward as other illnesses. The symptoms can often mimic other states, including some that are pretty serious, so they must all be ruled out before a diagnosis of CFS can be determined. This is usually not a quick process, so the patient is left dealing with troubling and often… Read More
George Lara, now retired, found relief with Dr. Alex Jimenez, back pain specialist and chiropractor, for his degenerative disk disease following two back injuries he experienced several years ago. After using drugs/medications and experiencing constant symptoms due to his DDD, Mr. Lara describes how Dr. Jimenez's chiropractic treatment greatly helped restore his quality of life as well as promote his… Read More
Hydration: There is no denying that a healthy diet is integral to overall wellness and staying hydrated is absolutely vital. Every organ, every cell in your body contains water. In fact, when you don�t drink enough water and keep your body properly hydrated, it does not function as it should. The health of your spine and back depends heavily on… Read More
George Lara, now a retired construction contractor, experienced a back injury 20 years ago which affected his original state of well-being. Although he was promptly treated at the time of the incident, Mr. Lara suffered another back injury which manifested into sciatic nerve pain. George Lara had been greatly affected by his back injury, fortunately, he found Dr. Alex Jimenez,… Read More
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
A migraine is a neurological condition commonly characterized by an intense, debilitating headache. Approximately 12 percent of the population in the United States suffers from migraines. Other symptoms may include: nausea, vomiting, difficulty speaking, numbness or tingling, and sensitivity to light and sound. Several factors can trigger a migraine. These include: stress, lack of food or sleep, exposure to light,… 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