https://youtu.be/kmMICk6NjHo Introduction Dr. Jimenez, D.C., presents how chronic infections are associated with Lyme disease in this 3-part series. Many environmental factors often play a role in our health and wellness. In today's presentation, we look at genes and how to answer the right questions. Part 12 looked at what Lyme disease does to the body. Part 3 looks at treatment… Read More
Nerve irritation occurs when the nerves exiting the spine become irritated and sensitized. Also known as nerve gliding restriction, it is a condition whereby a nerve becomes irritated by inflamed swelling of structures close to the nerve, such as joints, ligaments, muscles, or discs, that have sustained an accumulative strain which results in swelling and inflammation. A thorough chiropractic assessment… Read More
https://youtu.be/KycSD7EzmpM?t=1042 Introduction Dr. Jimenez, D.C., presents how to find the right diet for cardiometabolic syndrome in this 2-part series. Many environmental factors often play a role in our health and wellness. In today's presentation, we continue discussing how genes play with the cardiometabolic diet. Part 1 looked at how every body type is different and how the cardiometabolic diet plays its role.… Read More
Sciatica can range from mild to severe. Most individuals are familiar with severe cases because of the intense shooting throbbing pain. On the other hand, mild cases can present with little to no discomfort or pain but involve tingling, pins and needles, electrical buzzing, and numbing sensations. This can make individuals think there is nothing wrong and their foot just… Read More
https://youtu.be/KycSD7EzmpM Introduction Dr. Jimenez, D.C., presents how to find the best diet approach to hypertension and cardiometabolic risk factors in this 2-part series. Many factors often play a role in our health and wellness. In today's presentation, we will look at how a cardiometabolic diet is personalized for every body type and how genes play with the cardiometabolic diet. Part… Read More
High Blood Pressure and Physical Activity: Blood pressure flows throughout the body to meet metabolic demands. During periods of physiological stress like physical activity, exercise, or feeling overwhelmed, blood pressure can increase for a short period but is not considered dangerous or unhealthy. However, when an individual's baseline resting blood pressure readings stay high, the risk of developing serious health… Read More
https://youtu.be/HUZnSwSeX1Q?t=1180 Introduction Dr. Jimenez, D.C., presents how chronic metabolic connections like inflammation and insulin resistance are causing a chain reaction in the body in this 2-part series. Many factors often play a role in our health and wellness. In today's presentation, we will continue on how these chronic metabolic diseases affect the vital organs and organ systems. It can lead… Read More
Getting healthy sleep can be difficult when dealing with back problems or recovering from surgery. It can be difficult, if not impossible, to get and stay comfortable long enough to sleep on a regular flat mattress. It is worth considering an adjustable bed as an alternative. Because of their lifestyle and health benefits, these beds are growing in popularity to meet… Read More
https://youtu.be/HUZnSwSeX1Q Introduction Dr. Alex Jimenez, D.C., presents how metabolic connections are causing a chain reaction to major chronic diseases in this 2-part series. Many factors often play a role in our health and wellness. It can lead to overlapping risk factors associated with pain-like symptoms in the muscles, joints, and vital organs. Part 2 will continue the presentation on metabolic… Read More
Bicycle riding is a form of transportation and a popular leisure and exercise activity. It helps with brain, heart, and whole body health. Whether recreational or pro cyclist, road or mountain biking, injuries are most often caused by overuse, repetitive strain, or a traumatic fall. If not treated properly by a medical professional, bicycle riding injuries can develop into long-term… Read More
https://www.youtube.com/shorts/SaZ1lVPXN_Q Introduction When everyday factors affect how many of us function, our back muscles begin to suffer. The back muscles in the cervical, thoracic, and lumbar section surround the spine and spinal cord, which helps the body stay upright and promotes good posture. The muscles allow the upper portions of the body to bend down and twist without pain while providing stability to… Read More
The NHTSA records show that rear-end collisions are the most common and make up 30% of all traffic accidents, crashes, and collisions. Rear-end collisions can come out of nowhere. One moment a driver is waiting at a stop or light, and suddenly they are catapulted forward by the intense force of another vehicle/s resulting in serious and sustaining injuries that… Read More
https://www.youtube.com/shorts/xQDvSioYJco Introduction The body is an amazingly complex machine as it allows the individual to move each section, like the back, arms, legs, torso, neck, and head, without feeling any pain. Each section has various muscles, ligaments, and tissues that surround the skeletal joint and allow mobility, stability, and range of motion when the host is active. However, when underlying conditions… Read More
Arteries carry blood from the heart to the rest of the body. The veins transport blood back to the heart, and the valves in the veins stop the blood from flowing backward. When the veins have difficulties sending blood from the limbs back to the heart, this is known as venous insufficiency. With this condition, the blood does not flow… Read More
https://www.youtube.com/shorts/V9vXZ-vswlI Introduction Nowadays, many individuals are incorporating various fruits, vegetables, lean portions of meat, and healthy fats and oils into their diet to get all the vitamins and minerals that their bodies need. The body needs these nutrients biotransformed into energy for the muscles, joints, and vital organs. When normal factors like eating unhealthy foods, not getting enough exercise, and underlying conditions affect… Read More