Studies have shown that IBD, Crohn�s disease, and ulcerative colitis, are autoimmune conditions that causes multiple triggers that will chronically stimulate the immune system over a long period in the body. Read More
Anterior cervical discectomy and fusion (ACDF)�is a procedure that treats chronic neck conditions and is the most common spinal surgery performed in the U.S.�30 percent of Americans a year experience neck pain, chronic neck pain and radiculopathy or pain that spreads out and radiates to other parts of the body, in this case down the arms. It�s a procedure that… Read More
Across the country, studies have found that beta-glucans have been ubiquitous in the health food stores due to their immunomodulatory properties and cancer-protective effects. Read More
A February 2020 study explored the relationship between low back pain and menopause. Hormones and vitamin D play a role. Vitamin D deficiency is related to increased lower back pain and degenerative disc disease in postmenopausal women. Decreasing estrogen levels can also drop levels of vitamin D, which can be downright painful if left unaddressed. Menopause: Hot flashes Mood swings… Read More
A doctor could recommend alternative treatments, as part of a plan for neck pain like acupuncture, herbal compounds, and yoga. You may want to try them out yourself. Many have reported that these have really helped. Please consult a doctor before trying any alternative therapies. These are safe but should be set-up by a professional to make sure they are… Read More
Health & Immunity LIVE WEBINAR with Dr. Jimenez and Dr. Ruja (915) 613-5303 Join from a PC, Mac, iPad, iPhone or Android device: Please click this URL to join. https://zoom.us/s/95950983232?pwd=UXJOdXpmazdldmJiNzBuMmpPM29idz09 Join us for a LIVE WEBINAR with Dr. Jimenez and Dr. Ruja as they discuss Health and Immunity from a functional medicine perspective as part of their Health and Immunity… Read More
Companies are doing what they can to keep operations moving and workers employed. Those that are able to work-from-home are doing so. But working from home is new to many and creates new challenges of converting an area in the house, apartment, etc, to become the workspace. Back pain is common whether at the office or at the house. Everyday… Read More
With so much at stake, our bodies have developed a complex self-defense system to protect the spinal cord and its critical two-way�sensory information flow. As the body�s nerve center the spinal cord controls almost all voluntary and involuntary movements throughout the torso, arms, and legs.�It also receives sensory input from the torso and limbs. The�spinal cord plays a critical role… Read More
Dr. Alexander Jimenez takes a look at how to keep your back healthy while doing yard work and gardening. We�re looking for ways to find mental and physical engagement without socializing. Many individuals are breaking up isolation and monotony by doing some home projects out in the yard and garden. Doctors may tell patients that yard work and gardening should… Read More
LIVE WEBINAR with The Functional Fitness Fellas (915) 613-5303 Join from a PC, Mac, iPad, iPhone, or Android device: Please click this URL to join.https://zoom.us/s/98987185284?pwd=ZkZJUmVOUjNPWDQyZkdSS0w4a3pjUT09 Join us for a LIVE WEBINAR with the Functional Fitness Fellas. We discuss the mechanics of functional movement and how it applies to working out and other body factors. Functional Medicine* and Integrative Wellness require… Read More