Can incorporating tonic water benefit individuals who want to drink more water? Tonic Water Tonic water is more than just water. Its bitter taste comes from quinine, a natural substance found in the bark of the Peruvian cinchona tree. Most store-bought tonic water contains quinine, with natural or artificial flavors from fruits or herbs to temper the bitterness, varying from… Read More
For individuals wanting to try Pilates for back pain and exercise, can learning how to find their neutral spine help improve flexibility and increase the range of motion in the joints? Pilates Neutral Spine Pilates is a functional exercise modality emphasizing core stability, which is fundamental to developing a balanced body. The exercises strengthen the muscles, improve flexibility, and increase… Read More
Can increasing endurance help individuals who want to improve their physical abilities or extend the time they perform these activities? Endurance Individuals tend to think of endurance in terms of exercise and fitness, such as running, biking, swimming, and strength training. While this is true, endurance is involved in nearly every task we perform. For example, an individual has to… Read More
Can understanding the nucleus pulposus help in body positioning and prevention for individuals wanting to practice spinal hygiene and protect their discs from injury? Nucleus Pulposus The spinal discs are located between the spine's vertebrae and are the body's natural impact and shock absorbers. Within the disc is the nucleus pulposus, which plays a major role in providing the spine… Read More
How do healthcare professionals provide a clinical approach to recognizing HIV for individuals in pain and providing relief? Introduction The human body has dealt with various environmental factors, injuries, and pathogens that can cause issues to the body system. As many individuals are always on the go from one location to another, being healthy is extremely important. Making time to… Read More
Can physical therapies help relieve muscle contractures in individuals who have endured prolonged bed rest, inactivity, or lack of use of certain muscle groups? Muscle Contracture A muscle contracture, or contracture deformity, is caused when a muscle loses elasticity. This causes permanent shortening and tightening of muscle fibers, which reduces flexibility and makes movement difficult. Muscles that cannot move and… Read More
Can kimchi benefit individuals trying to incorporate more fermented foods into their diet? Kimchi Kimchi is a flavorful and nutritious food packed with nutritious vegetables. It is high in vitamin C, vitamin A, and iron. It is made of salted, fermented vegetables and typically served as a side dish that starts with cabbage as the base. Other varieties use different… Read More
Can the thoracolumbar fascia cause or contribute to lower back pain and inflammation? Thoracolumbar Fascia Tissue behind the spinal column, positioned at both the lower back and mid-back levels, is connected to the thoracolumbar fascia, also called the lumbodorsal fascia or LF. The fascia is a thick connective tissue that covers and supports all the body's muscles, bones, tendons, ligaments,… Read More
For wrestling athletes or those thinking about getting into the sport, can knowing about common injuries help in rehabilitation and prevention? Wrestling Injuries Wrestling is an intense and demanding sport. Studies have found that football and wrestling are the two high school sports with the highest risk of serious injury to athletes (Center for Injury Research and Policy, 2009). The… Read More
Can various stretches can help relieve individuals with plantar fasciitis to reduce foot pain and restore gait function? Introduction As human beings, we are constantly on the move, and our feet are the ones that take a toll after a long day. The feet have various muscles, ligaments, tendons, and soft tissues that help protect the joints and provide stability.… Read More
Can physical therapies help treat a high steppage gait from injury or medical conditions and restore normal gait patterns for individuals who have or are developing one? Neuropathic Gait Neuropathic gait, aka equine or high steppage gait, is a type of walking abnormality that causes individuals to raise their hips to lift their legs higher than normal. It occurs when… Read More
Can various stretches provide beneficial results for individuals experiencing TMJ pain by providing relief to the jaw? Introduction Many individuals use their jaws to communicate with one another, eat delicious food, and express themselves. The jaw is part of the upper extremities as it has five muscles that allow it to function when the mouth is opening or closing, chewing,… Read More
Can incorporating electrical muscle stimulation help control pain, strengthen muscles, increase physical function, retrain lost movements, and/or manage inflammation for individuals experiencing neck and back pain? Electric Muscle Stimulation Electrical muscle stimulation or E-stim is a physical therapy used to reactivate the muscles' ability to contract. E-stim uses devices that transmit electrical impulses through the skin to target nerves and/or… Read More
El Paso, TX. Chiropractor Dr. Alexander Jimenez reviews seizures, epilepsy, and treatment options. Seizures are abnormal movements or behavior caused by unusual electrical activity in the brain. Seizures are a symptom of epilepsy, but not all who have epileptic fits have epilepsy. There is a group of related disorders characterized by recurrent seizures. Epilepsy is a group of disorders that… Read More
Can individuals dealing with musculoskeletal trigger points seek non-surgical treatments to reduce pain in their extremities? Introduction The musculoskeletal system has various muscles, tendons, ligaments, and soft tissues that allow the lower and upper extremities to function in multiple tasks that the person is doing. From physical activities to relaxing or just doing errands, the musculoskeletal system has a wonderful… Read More