Back Clinic Chiropractic Spine Care Team. The spine is designed with three natural curves; the neck curvature or cervical spine, the upper back curvature or thoracic spine, and the lower back curvature or lumbar spine, all of which come together to form a slight shape when viewed from the side. The spine is an essential structure as it helps support the upright posture of humans, it provides the body with the flexibility to move and it plays the crucial role of protecting the spinal cord. Spinal health is important in order to ensure the body is functioning to its fullest capacity. Dr. Alex Jimenez strongly indicates across his collection of articles on spine care, how to properly support a healthy spine. For more information, please feel free to contact us at (915) 850-0900 or text to call Dr. Jimenez personally at (915) 540-8444.
Dr. Alex Jimenez and Dr. Mario Ruja discuss basal metabolic rate, BMI, and BIA. Body mass and body fat can be measured in a variety of ways, however, several measurement tools may ultimately be inaccurate for many athletes. According to Dr. Alex Jimenez and Dr. Mario Ruja, calculating an individual�s body mass and body fat utilizing various tools is essential to determine overall health and wellness. BMI uses a person�s height divided by twice their weight. The results may be inaccurate for athletes because their body mass and body fat is different, in terms of weight, compared to the average person. Dr. Alex Jimenez and Dr. Mario Ruja demonstrate that BIA, or bioelectrical impedance analysis, and various other tools, such as the DEXA test, the Tanita scale, and the InBody, among others, can help more accurately determine an athlete�s body mass and body fat. Basal metabolic rate, BMI, and BIA is essential for parents that have young athletes as well as for the general population. Healthcare professionals that have these tools available can ultimately help provide individuals with the results they may need to maintain overall health and wellness. – Podcast Insight
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Dr. Alex Jimenez, a chiropractor in El Paso, TX, and his staff, health coach Kenna Vaughn, and chief editor Astrid Ornelas, discuss the role of inflammation in metabolic syndrome. The following podcast offers a deeper look at understanding how inflammation can ultimately cause metabolic syndrome. Metabolic syndrome is a collection of risk factors that can increase the risk of developing a variety of health issues, including diabetes, stroke, and heart disease. The risk factors associated with metabolic syndrome can also include, waist fat, high blood pressure, high blood sugar or glucose, high triglycerides, and low HDL or good cholesterol levels. Inflammation is the immune system’s natural response against injury, infection, and environmental toxins. Although inflammation is necessary, too much of it can ultimately cause a variety of health issues, including metabolic syndrome. Dr. Alex Jimenez, Kenna Vaughn, and Astrid Ornelas discuss how nutrition, diet, and fitness, as well as getting good sleep, can help regulate inflammation to prevent further health issues. Smoothies are also a good way to add extra nutrients. Dr. Alex Jimenez, Kenna Vaughn, Astrid Ornelas, discuss what type of foods, nutraceuticals, and supplements, you can eat, drink, and take to regulate inflammation and promote overall health and wellness to prevent health issues like metabolic syndrome, among others. – Podcast Insight
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Dr. Alex Jimenez, a chiropractor in El Paso, TX, and Dr. Mario Ruja, a chiropractor in El Paso, TX, discuss chiropractic care and sciatica or sciatic nerve pain. Sciatica, or sciatic nerve pain, is a collection of symptoms, rather than a single type of injury or underlying condition, that includes several common symptoms, such as pain, discomfort, tingling and burning sensations, and numbness. Severe symptoms can also include muscle weakness. Sciatica, or sciatic nerve pain, can be caused by a variety of health issues, including a bulging or herniated disc, DDD, piriformis syndrome, spinal stenosis, and spondylolisthesis, among other health issues. Personal injuries like sports injuries, work-related injuries, automobile accident injuries, and slip-and-fall accidents can also cause low back pain and sciatica, or sciatic nerve pain. Dr. Alex Jimenez and Dr. Mario Ruja discuss the causes and symptoms of sciatica, or sciatic nerve pain, in further detail as well as the treatments. Chiropractic care is a safe and effective, alternative treatment option that utilizes spinal adjustments and manual manipulations to diagnose, treat, and prevent injuries and underlying conditions associated with the musculoskeletal and nervous system, including sciatica. Dr. Alex Jimenez, a chiropractor in El Paso, TX, and Dr. Mario Ruja, a chiropractor in El Paso, TX, demonstrate how chiropractic care can help relieve sciatica, or sciatic nerve pain, by carefully restoring any spinal misalignments, or subluxations, that may be affecting overall health and wellness. – Podcast Insight
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Today we�re dealing with various forms of stress, and viruses that can compromise our immune systems. Chiropractic medicine focuses on helping individuals overcome these stressors to maintain a healthy and balanced life. Besides chiropractic adjustments, healthy life choices, that include diet are essential to living at an optimal level. Here are three nutritional tips that will help boost the immune system. The immune systems run their best when spinal misalignments are realigned and kept healthy. A proper diet can go a long way. This makes the immune system better equipped to ward off any contaminants/bacteria/germs that try to invade the body during day-to-day activities.
Vitamin D
Vitamin D� strengthens bones and teeth by helping the body absorb calcium. Those that have too little vitamin D can develop soft, thin, and brittle bones, a condition known as rickets in children and osteomalacia in adults. Vitamin D offers protection against a wide range of illnesses and chronic diseases like cancer for instance. It improves the body’s natural response to bacterial infections and helps increase the production of antimicrobial peptides which are very important in strengthening the immune system.
Calcium is a primary building block for strong, healthy bones, especially the spine. Eating a diet rich in calcium can help prevent serious spinal problems, like spinal fractures and osteoporosis. Calcium supplements can fill the daily recommended amount but are not replacements for calcium-rich foods. If there is enough calcium in your diet, then supplements are not necessary. Everyone’s health situation is different, consult a doctor or chiropractor on how much vitamin D is needed for optimal health. Daily recommendations are different and can be measured by age and sex.
Veggies
Vegetables can be cooked, or eaten raw. Quickly find what foods are in a vegetable group. Vegetables such as cauliflower, cabbage, broccoli, and Brussels all produce chemicals that are known to inhibit the growth of cancer cells and boost the body’s immune system. One way to make sure you�re getting all of your vegetables is through juicing or smoothies. New to juicing/smoothies, check out this resource on juicing vegetables.
Alcohol
Maintaining a healthy diet is vital to maintaining a strong powerful immune system. One way to do this is to avoid/reduce alcohol. Research has proven that alcohol can cause immunodeficiencies that can make us more susceptible to tuberculosis, bacterial pneumonia, and other communicable diseases. Although many people consume alcohol for recreational purposes, however, it is important to realize that alcohol is a drug that can poison and deplete the body of essential vitamins and minerals. No alcohol consumption equals a super-strong immune system. Visit the National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholismfacts and statistics.
Chiropractic Wellness
Considering making chiropractic rehabilitation part of your lifestyle, well then you are definitely on the right track. What you can expect are many unbelievable health benefits that go beyond pain care.�Chiropractic isn�t just for injury/s, it helps those that are healthy as well by keeping their body’s balanced! Think of it as a medical enhancement that should be included in regular healthcare maintenance. Take a look at these benefits.
Sleep
Sleep is a huge problem, as people are not getting enough. According to the CDC, 1 in 3 adults do not get enough sleep. Chiropractic can help bring restful, restorative sleep. It is highly effective for insomnia. It helps relieve pain, relax, and improve overall wellness, thus allowing you to rest.
Energy
When your body is functioning at an optimal level, you feel better and have more energy. When the spine is misaligned, it impacts the entire body. When the body’s organs do not function properly, there can be soreness, stiffness and getting tired more easily. Regular chiropractic can turn it all around and increase the body’s energy levels.
Illness Resistance
Regular chiropractic can help you build a strong immune system. Those that get chiropractic regularly are more resistant to illnesses than people who don�t. One study shows regular chiropractic treatments help to build a strong immune system. Just one more reason to book an appointment and set up a treatment schedule with your chiropractor. To find out more about nutrition to help build a stronger immune system talk to your chiropractor. They can set up a custom treatment/health/exercise plan. If you�ve never been to one, give us a call. We will help guide you toward a healthy lifestyle through safe chiropractic wellness.
Degenerative disc/s is a condition where the wearing down of the spinal discs causes pain and discomfort. All of our spines go through this, but not everybody�feels pain. Chiropractic care is a treatment option for degenerative disc disease (DDD). The first step is to determine the disc-related problem.
Chiropractic Diagnosis
During an initial evaluation, your chiropractor will review your medical history, along with a discussion about current symptoms and the possible causes.
With degenerative disc/s��the main symptom is back pain. A chiropractor will examine potential causes:
How the mechanics of the spine are operating.
Thinning discs could bulge and place added pressure on the nerves of the spine.
Spinal stenosis can also cause back and leg pain.
A physical and neurological exam can pinpoint problem areas, like:
Where joint motion is restricted
Range of motion
Abnormal spinal curvature
Muscle spasms
Trigger points
An injury like a sprain or strain
There are different reasons why your neck or back may hurt, and your examination may include some basic tests. Observance of how you walk, and overall posture. This will help to observe body mechanics and how your spine moves. Imaging tests like x-rays or MRI are common to find the problem area and cause. The chiropractor will diagnose your condition and create a treatment plan for pain alleviation.�
Degenerative Disc/s
The disc/s can lose their integrity, and begin to thin and possibly tear. This increases unwanted pressure on nerves and creates friction between the vertebrae. Degenerative disc disease can go through various stages. With the progression, the negative symptoms become more pronounced.
Stages
1
The first stage of degenerative disc disease may go unnoticed by the individual but can be identified by a chiropractor or other medical professional. The loss of the natural curvature of the spine can indicate the beginning of degenerative disc disease. Pain may not be apparent, but extra pressure is being placed on the spine which can lead to more rapid aging of the spine, nerves, joints, etc.
2
The degradation of discs becomes more apparent in the second stage. They may look thinner, and it is common to see deformations in the bone, such as bone spurs. The curvature of the spine will become more unnatural and the spinal canal may become more narrow. Stage 2 is often where you will begin to notice some pain and discomfort.
3
Stage 3 is marked by a more extreme change in the posture and curvature of the spine, along with more pain and loss of mobility. Nerve damage is common and scar tissue typically begins to form. Discs are even thinner than before, which can sometimes cause even more deformation of the bones.
4
The final stage of degenerative disc disease is the most severe and is typically considered irreversible. Discs are at their thinnest or gone altogether. The flexibility of the spine is extremely limited and pain is often considerable. Nerve damage can be severe and the bones of the spine may even begin to fuse together.
Care
Chiropractic care is a preferred treatment for degenerative disc/s disease. Because it is gentle and non-invasive, chiropractic does not create undesirable side effects like prescription meds and surgery are more prone to do. The earlier the stage of the disease, the more successful the treatment. But chiropractic can help even in the most extreme cases. The goal of chiropractic is to improve joint mechanics with improved spinal motion and reduced inflammation. The chiropractor may also work on improving the function of the intervertebral discs.
Treatments can include:
Adjustment/s
One of the most effective treatments is to ensure the spine is in proper alignment. Loss of alignment, which can happen due to injury or just regular wear and tear, puts extra stress on the spine which can accelerate disc/s degradation. Adjustments bring the body back into proper alignment.
Spinal manipulation will identify the joints that are restricted or those that have abnormal motion. They will use a gentle thrusting technique.
Flexion-distraction technique uses a gentle, non-thrusting technique that is typically used to treat herniated discs and spinal stenosis.
Instrument-assisted manipulation uses a hand-held instrument. The chiropractor or therapist applies gentle force without thrusting directly into the spine.
Therapeutic massage
A physical therapist can perform different types of massage to reduce muscle tension. Manual joint stretching and resistance techniques can also relieve pain and other symptoms.
Trigger point therapy
Here tight painful points on a muscle/s are identified and places direct pressure on these points to relieve tension.
Decompression
Spinal decompression uses gentle but firm pressure to bring space back between the vertebrae. Space allows blood flow to return and healing to happen. Decompression is an important treatment to complement adjustments.
Electrical stimulation
A low-frequency electrical current stimulates your muscles and reduces inflammation.
Ultrasound
This type can help reduce muscle spasms, stiffness, and pain with sound waves that penetrate deep into your muscle tissues. This creates a gentle heat and enhances blood circulation.
With chiropractic, prevention is the key, and therapeutic exercises can prevent symptoms from getting worse. Seek treatment for your back and neck pain now. Our team can help you feel better and educate you on living a healthier life. Your chiropractor will work hard to treat you and address all your symptoms. Chiropractors treat the whole body and not just symptoms.�
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A disc can also�herniate and place pressure on the nerves that flow into the feet, and cause pain, tingling, and numbness. The wear and tear of the spine combined with a herniated disc�can pinch the nerves that go to the feet.
Foods we eat can help�prevent spinal fractures, osteoporosis, along with other bone issues.�Most of us struggle to get the proper amount�of calcium and vitamin D into our diets even though magnesium is found in a variety of foods like green vegetables, oatmeal, nuts and seeds, meat, poultry, seafood, and legumes.�
The spine is constantly in a state of change as your metabolism breaks down, replaces and rebuilds bone. The nutrition your bones need is always changing, as well as the body as it acquires stored bone minerals for other purposes and replaces them with a fresh supply from what you eat.
The best way to keep your bones strong and pain-free is by eating a healthy diet rich in calcium, vitamin D, and magnesium. That means going beyond the dairy aisle when looking for bone-boosting foods. There are plenty of healthy options scattered all throughout the grocery store.�Here are some tips on what you might want to consider buying the next time you’re at the market.
Here is a list of foods rich in calcium and vitamin D to start adding to your grocery list. Note: Always check nutrition labels. Fortified products, like plant-based:
Kinds of milk
Cereals
Juices with added calcium or vitamin D, are not included.
But they can be a great addition to your diet as an added assurance that you�re hitting the proper nutritional goals.
Produce/Plant-Based Protein
Fruits, veggies, and plant-based proteins are always a good choice but here are a few that pack more bone nutrients.
One cup of shredded�Bok Choy equals 74mg of calcium.
Two cups of raw� Broccoli equals 86mg of calcium.
One cup of cooked Collard greens equals 268mg of calcium.
A half-cup of raw Cress equals 188mg of calcium.
One cup of Edamame equals 98mg of calcium.
One cup of raw Kale equals 101mg of calcium.
One cup of Okra equals 82mg of calcium.
One good size Orange equals 74mg of calcium.
A half-cup of raw Rhubarb equals 103mg of calcium.
A half-cup of�Tofu equals 434mg of calcium.
Seafood
Fresh seafood offers some great options to get vitamin D.
Three ounces of cooked�Mackerel�equals 300-500�IU� of vitamin D.
Three ounces of cooked�Salmon equals 400-500 IU of vitamin D.
Packaged Foods
Foods like nuts, seeds, and canned goods, can help stretch your food dollar and be a nutritious option.
One ounce of�Almonds equals 75mg of calcium.
A half-cup or three ounces of�Canned salmon can equal 290mg of calcium or 400-475 IU’s of vitamin D.
Three ounces of�Canned sardines equals anywhere from�325-400mg of calcium or�150-250 IU’s of vitamin D.
One ounce of�Chia seeds equals 179mg of calcium.
A half-cup of dried Figs equals 121mg of calcium.
One tablespoon of�Poppy seeds equals 127mg of calcium.
One tablespoon of�Sesame seeds equals 88mg of calcium.
A half-cup of�White beans equals 63mg of calcium.
Dairy
Dairy sources have more calcium with each serving than any other food. Here are a few to help you reach your daily nutrient amount to keep your bones strong for years.
One slice or a half-ounce of�Cheese equals150-270mg of calcium.
One large�Egg equals 44 IU of vitamin D.
A half-cup of�Frozen yogurt equals 80-110mg of calcium.
A half-cup of�Ice cream equals�80-110mg of calcium.
One cup of�Low-fat yogurt equals 350-400mg of calcium.
One cup of�Milk equals 250-300mg of calcium.
A half-cup of�Pudding equals 55-140mg of calcium.
Vitamins/Supplements
Eating a well-balanced diet gives you all the nutrients your bones need. Sometimes you need a calcium supplement to fill in the gaps. Learn more about whether a supplement may be right for you by talking to your doctor, chiropractor, health coach, dietician.
Keep Your Spine Healthy
A healthy diet that’s rich in multiple nutrients will maintain your spinal bone health and overall health.
As part of our Acute Injury Treatment & Rehabilitation Practice, we are presently offering detailed�Institute For Functional Medicine��Collaborative Assessment Programs focused on Integrative Treatment Protocols. We completely evaluate personal history, current nutrition, activity behaviors, environmental exposures to toxic elements, psychological and emotional factors, in tandem with your genetics.
Our purpose with these high-level assessments is to understand the root cause of chronic disorders and to treat the person holistically.� Integrative Personalized Medicine is the future of healthcare and we are very proud to bring it to all our patients.� Our online�Functional Medicine Health Assessment Questionnaire has given insights into our patients’ present Functional Health.
Our team has taken great pride in bringing our families and injured patients only clinically proved treatment protocols. �By teaching complete holistic wellness as a lifestyle, we also change not only our patient�s lives but their families as well.� We do this so that we may reach as many El Pasoans who need us, no matter the affordability issues.
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Having healthy body composition means there needs to be more lean body mass i.e.�muscle mass�and less body fat.�Strength training/CrossFit�helps by raising the�metabolic rate�while lowering body fat. The increased muscle strength helps maintain correct posture and body mechanics in whatever you do.
Physical activity reduces the chance of injury while increasing physical performance like being able to climb stairs or carry groceries with much-added ease and confidence.
Everyone needs to take care of their back/spine because it is what holds us up as long as we keep it straight and strong. Strengthening the core can help prevent a weak and misaligned spine from getting worse and helps to eliminate pain.�
Back safety should be priority one, as it affects all aspects of your life. Not only are you protecting your back, but are preventing future injury. From the time you wake until bedtime, here are some tips for changes in sleeping position, and getting in and out of a car.
We all need to pay attention to proper body positioning and body mechanics, as it will pay off in the long run.
Getting In and Out of Bed
This is usually the time when the pain starts and can make the rest of the day miserable. Here are a few tips that can help.
Lean forward from your hips, not from your back.
Try not to arch your back.
Push your upper body off the bed with your elbows and hands and swing both legs to the floor.
Keep your back straight.
Try not to bend at the waist.
Position for Sleeping
Sleep is very important. Finding a comfortable position while sleeping can be tough, especially with back pain. Using quality pillows in the right way can help provide comfort, support for your neck and back and keep you asleep.
Sleeping on your back is optimal but you should bend your legs and place a pillow under your knees allowing for optimal blood circulation.
Do not sleep on your stomach, as this places pressure on the pelvis and the lower back because there is no support underneath. If you must sleep like this try to keep it for a short while before changing position and place a pillow or two underneath for support.
A firm mattress can help keep your spine in line. But talk to a doctor or chiropractor to find out what style of mattress would benefit your back.
Rotate your mattress every three months and flip it over twice a year.
Take Care When Entering/Exiting an Automobile
Getting in and out of a car can be a tough challenge when dealing with back pain. Here are a few tips to help.
When getting in or out move the seat back as far as it goes, hold onto the side of the car, back of the seat, or the dashboard for support when lifting yourself out or when easing into the seat.
Bend at the knees, not the back and avoid twisting and turning to reach for objects, etc.
The use of proper body mechanics keeps the muscles working properly.
Use both arms and legs when raising and lowering yourself in and out of the seat.
Keep your body aligned and only turn your body as much as needed.
The key is to be aware of your posture and safety awareness.
Daily living including sports and household chores should be done with overall and spinal safety in mind.
Whatever positions work for you and your regular activities bending, retrieving, lifting, and carrying objects, using correct techniques combined with proper posture will take care of your neck and back.
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Chiropractic can take care of your spine which means it is good for your overall health. While many people think that its only purpose is to treat back pain, chiropractic focuses on total body wellness. All too often problems within the body are interrelated. For instance, back pain could be the result of an altered gait due to an ankle injury.� A misaligned neck could cause a headache due to awkward sleep positions (or even the wrong pillow).
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