by Dr Alex Jimenez DC, APRN, FNP-BC, CFMP, IFMCP | Chiropractic
A study published in the journal BMC Public Health found that only 44% of individuals suffering from whiplash had returned to work after two years as compared to 57% of individuals with other musculoskeletal injuries.
Approximately 19-60% of individuals with whiplash-associated disorders still experience symptoms six months after the injury, and up to half of that percentage will fail to return to work within a year due to their symptoms. Researchers from Denmark conducted a study to determine whether the high rates of continuous and consistent symptoms actually affected the return-to-work rates of individuals with whiplash type injuries.�By the end of the study, 56% of individuals with whiplash injuries were still on sick leave after two years.�The results for this study proved to be much higher compared to the results found in earlier studies. For example, a study conducted in 2001 demonstrated that only 12% of individuals with whiplash-associated disorders hadn�t returned to their normal activities or they had resumed back only to modified job functions a year after their initial injuries.�
Regardless, both research studies showed that for individuals with chronic symptoms of whiplash, the chance of long-term work disability was greater.�Active rehabilitation, such as chiropractic treatment, physical therapy, and exercise can promote an individual�s recovery as well as ensure they can return quickly to their regular lifestyles and work responsibilities.
Dr. Alex Jimenez D.C.,C.C.S.T’s insight:
For individuals who�ve been injured during an automobile accident, recovering from their injuries quickly and returning to their regular lifestyles is a top priority but, unfortunately for some people, that may not always be the case. Studies suggest that individuals diagnosed with whiplash-associated disorders may have slower return-to-work rates than people who�ve experienced other musculoskeletal injuries. For more information, please feel free to ask Dr. Jimenez or contact us at (915) 850-0900.�
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by Dr Alex Jimenez DC, APRN, FNP-BC, CFMP, IFMCP | Chiropractic
Back pain is among the most common physical complication affecting a majority of educators.�Whether you�re a preschool teacher or a college professor, injuries or conditions that affect your natural well-being can be prevented or reduced, principally by improving posture and then following through with a variety of health tips to avoid and improve further complications.
Teachers frequently stand for an extended period of time for lectures which can place an additional amount of pressure on the lower back, pelvis, and thighs, often leading to the development of an incorrect posture. Also, prolonged standing on hard surfaces can cause sore feet, swollen legs, and aggravate back pain.�Furthermore, sitting down for long periods of time, stooping over children at their desks, and even carrying small children, heavy objects, or paperwork, could cause damage or injury to the muscles and tissues surrounding the spine.�Stress�can be a huge factor towards a teacher developing mental and physical complications and symptoms, including back pain.�Increased levels of stress in teachers can prevent them from getting a good night�s rest, resulting in insomnia that can eventually lead to fatigue due to lack of sleep, triggering physical complications.�
Chiropractic treatment can be utilized by teachers to both treat and prevent spinal complications as well as help decrease levels of stress. Chiropractic care is not frequently used to directly treat stress but a careful realignment of the spine can provide relief and relaxation from many complications and symptoms that can help reduce stress. A chiropractor will also determine the source of the back pain and follow up with a specialized treatment plan to gradually restore an individual�s health. Chiropractic treatment can include spinal adjustments, manual manipulation, and several stretches and exercises to speed up the healing process and promote wellness.
Dr. Alex Jimenez D.C.,C.C.S.T’s insight:
The future of many students largely depends on teachers and educators to guide them through their many lessons and teachings. They are given the opportunity to create a tremendous impact on the lives of their students, however, teachers often face many mental and physical challenges through the process, which may frequently lead to stress, headaches, and insomnia, as well as injury, pains and aches. For more information, please feel free to ask Dr. Jimenez or contact us at (915) 850-0900.
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by Dr Alex Jimenez DC, APRN, FNP-BC, CFMP, IFMCP | Chiropractic
Chiropractic care is not commonly utilized as a treatment option for stress but, many individuals who receive chiropractic treatment can often feel relief from stress due to a variety of reasons. Stress not only affects the human mind but the physical body as well. When a person has been under a lot of stress, the nervous system can become irritated and directly affect the muscular system, causing a build up of tension and tightness.
We are constantly being exposed to environmental stressors. Other stressors can derive within our own body and mind.�Although some levels of stress are normal and necessary in order for individuals to function efficiently and effectively under certain pressure, elevated and constant amounts of stress can be debilitating.�Using simple techniques to both recognize and regulate stress as well as developing healthy eating habits and exercise routines can tremendously help maintain healthy levels of stress in your life.�Through chiropractic care, a chiropractor can identify areas of the spine that lack proper functioning and locate any irritated nerves. Using spinal adjustments and manual manipulation, the original mobility of the spine can be corrected to remove the pressure on the nerves. When the additional tension being placed on the spine is reduced, many individuals feel great relief and relaxation.
Dr. Alex Jimenez D.C.,C.C.S.T�s insight:
Chiropractic focuses on naturally treating the spine to allow the body to heal itself from within. Individuals with high�levels of stress can consider chiropractic care to find relief for their symptoms. A chiropractor can work individually with a person to diagnose any spinal complications and determine an appropriate treatment procedure, including a series of exercises as well as nutritional recommendations, relaxation techniques, and massage. For more information, please feel free to ask Dr. Jimenez or contact us at (915) 850-0900.
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by Dr Alex Jimenez DC, APRN, FNP-BC, CFMP, IFMCP | Chiropractic
Piriformis Syndrome is a painful condition that occurs when the piriformis muscle is tight and intrudes upon the sciatic nerve in the buttocks.
Piriformis Syndrome is a painful condition that occurs when the small muscle located deep within the buttocks, known as the piriformis muscle, becomes tight and intrudes upon the sciatic nerve in the buttocks. Causing pain and tenderness and sometimes numbness in the buttocks, piriformis syndrome pain may also radiate down the sufferer�s leg, and in some cases, even into the calf. The piriformis muscle performs the essential function of rotating the leg outwards.
Unfortunately, once an individual has suffered from piriformis syndrome, the condition can recur periodically, usually brought on by too much exercise or sitting for a long time without stretching.
Whatever the initial cause, piriformis syndrome treatment options are vital in relieving the painful symptoms and healing the condition.
Hands on therapy, used with other types of treatment or on their own, these types of therapies are popular because of their effectiveness, as well as the fact they are drug-free ways to gain relief from the pain. Massage is a commonly used therapy for piriformis syndrome, as it helps increase blood flow to the area. The physical therapist�can manipulate the area to relieve the tightness of the muscle.
Dr. Alex Jimenez D.C.,C.C.S.T�s insight:
Chiropractic care targets injuries and conditions affecting the musculoskeletal system. Piriformis syndrome causes pain and discomfort on the piriformis muscle, a small muscle located in in the buttocks. Through chiropractic care, a chiropractor can gradually relieve the symptoms of the condition and progressively restore an individual�s regular function. For more information, please feel free to ask Dr. Jimenez or contact us at (915) 850-0900.
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by Dr Alex Jimenez DC, APRN, FNP-BC, CFMP, IFMCP | Chiropractic
For individuals who�ve been involved in an automobile accident, the symptoms of neck and back pain resulting from an injury can be disabling. The greatest issue with neck and back pain caused during an auto collision involves the continuous cycle of the body when it reacts to injury. Due to the traumatic nature of the accident, the damage or injury to the spine most often causes a chemical response to trigger, leading to symptoms of pain, inflammation, and swelling, well-known signs that unfortunately don�t resolve quickly.
Many chiropractors commonly diagnose and treat neck and back complications affecting individuals after being involved in an auto accident. After suffering an injury, it�s important to seek immediate medical attention to begin treatment for your injuries. When the body experiences trauma from an injury, its normal for the body to produce inflammatory chemicals that cause the region surrounding the tissue damage to become inflamed and swollen but if the individual doesn�t receive medical treatment, the chemical process will continue, causing worse symptoms to develop.
In addition to chiropractic care, applying ice therapy to the area of the injury and staying active can help improve the symptoms of the injury.�Using ice can help temporarily reduce the inflammation on the muscle tissues and it also offers relief from the pain. Walking, for example, is a simple physical activity that can help stimulate the body to produce natural pain killers as well as help maintain the body�s flexibility.
A chiropractor can easily diagnose the source of your neck and back pain to decide which spinal adjustments, exercises, and stretches will be the best option for your type of injury and level of symptoms in order to speed up the healing process and promote the best recovery.
Dr. Alex Jimenez D.C.,C.C.S.T’s insight:
Automobile injuries can cause neck and back complications as well as various symptoms that can alter an individuals regular lifestyle. After experiencing an injury, the body reacts with pain and inflammation but, early chiropractic treatment can help avoid the body’s chemical response and offer relief from the injury and its associated symptoms. For more information, please feel free to ask Dr. Jimenez or contact us at (915) 850-0900.
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by Dr Alex Jimenez DC, APRN, FNP-BC, CFMP, IFMCP | Chiropractic
Chiropractic care not only focuses on the musculoskeletal system, a chiropractor will also focus on helping an individual maintain an overall healthy and balanced life. An individual�s immune system will function to it�s fullest capacity if any subluxations, or spinal misalignments, are corrected.
Along with chiropractic treatment, following a proper nutrition can help boost the performance of the immune system. By combining spinal adjustments with a balanced diet, individuals can achieve a stronger, healthier immune system to defend the body of any unwanted contaminants throughout everyday activities. Applying the following nutritional tips into your regular lifestyle is a good way to improve your body�s immunity.
Foremost, in taking a proper amount of vitamin D is essential towards improving and maintaining a healthy immune system. Vitamin D is well-known for helping the body absorb calcium, helping to strengthen the bones and teeth.�Vitamin D can also offer protection against numerous varieties of illnesses and chronic diseases such as cancer.�Then, eating plenty of vegetables as a part of your regular diet can ultimately increase the body�s immune system.�Vegetables, such as cauliflower, cabbage, broccoli, and Brussel sprouts, are known to produce chemicals within the body that boost the body�s immunity as well as prevent the growth of cancer cells.�Aside from including certain nutritional foods and supplements into your diet, eliminating the consumption of particular products can also help improve immunity. For example, reducing or completely avoiding the consumption of alcohol can help maintain a healthy immune system. According to research, alcohol can cause immunodeficiency which can make an individual more susceptible to a variety of diseases.�
Dr. Alex Jimenez D.C.,C.C.S.T’s insight:
Stress is the body�s response to any kind of stimulus that can agitate an individual�s physical and/or mental equilibrium. In modern day society, stressors affect a majority of the population and these diverse varieties of stress can greatly alter the body�s immune system. Through the use of chiropractic treatment, a chiropractor can help boost a persons immune system but following a few nutritional tips can additionally help strengthen an individual’s immunity. For more information, please feel free to ask Dr. Jimenez or contact us at (915) 850-0900.
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by Dr Alex Jimenez DC, APRN, FNP-BC, CFMP, IFMCP | Chiropractic
The piriformis muscle, a small muscle located deep in the buttocks, plays the important role of rotating the legs outwards. Piriformis syndrome is a painful condition that occurs when the piriformis muscle becomes too tight, compressing the sciatic nerve that runs through the buttocks. Characterized by symptoms of pain, tenderness, and occasionally, numbness around the area of the buttocks, piriformis syndrome symptoms may also expand down an individual�s leg including the calf.
Piriformis syndrome can be caused by several reasons but there are two frequently notable causes for the condition. First, sitting for extended periods of time can cause the piriformis muscle to tighten. Second, an accident resulting in direct injury such as a fall or a sports-related injury can damage the piriformis muscle. Trauma to this muscle in the buttocks can cause the surrounding tissue to become inflamed and swollen, leading to compression and possible irritation of the sciatic nerve.
�Muscle spasms can also cause piriformis syndrome. Usually starting as a muscle strain, a muscle spasm can occur abruptly and cause pain. However, the source of muscle spasms can frequently be unknown.�Regardless of the initial cause, being aware of your treatment options for piriformis syndrome is essential towards alleviating the painful symptoms and healing the condition.�
Dr. Alex Jimenez D.C.,C.C.S.T’s insight:
Piriformis syndrome, caused by muscle stiffness or irritation of the surrounding tissues of the piriformis muscle, can benefit greatly from chiropractive treatment. Although often treated through the use of medications, a chiropractor can naturally adjust and manipulate the spine or joints to loosen the tight muscles of the region and increase blood flow in order to heal the condition. For more information, please feel free to ask Dr. Jimenez or contact us at (915) 850-0900.
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by Dr Alex Jimenez DC, APRN, FNP-BC, CFMP, IFMCP | Chiropractic
Post traumatic stress disorder can raise your risk of suffering from severe symptoms after whiplash, according to new research.
A new study found that 25.7% of whiplash patients suffered from post traumatic stress disorder which negatively influenced their physical symptoms.
Earlier research has suggested that PTSD and hypersensitivity to pain may increase the likelihood that a patient develops chronic symptoms after whiplash. However it is still unclear how psychological symptoms impact patients� experiences with pain and disability. Additionally, whiplash associated disorders encompass a broad range of symptoms, and not all patients suffer from hypersensitivity or PTSD.
These findings show how important it is to address the whole person, both the psychological and the physical symptoms, when treating patients recovering from whiplash-associated disorders.�Reducing disability and pain can help to decrease anxiety and stress, which may then in turn help to further decrease disability and pain. Chiropractic care can help to begin this process by successfully alleviating the physical symptoms of whiplash, in addition to assisting with stress reduction.
Dr. Alex Jimenez D.C.,C.C.S.T’s insight:
After being involved in an automobile accident, individuals are not only left with symptoms of pain and discomfort as a result of an injury, such as whiplash, but psychological complications, such as PTSD, can often result in individuals after an auto collision which can trigger worse symptoms, according to research. It’s important for individuals to receive a physical and mental evaluation after an auto injury to efficiently treat any complications. For more information, please feel free to ask Dr. Jimenez or contact us at (915) 850-0900.
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by Dr Alex Jimenez DC, APRN, FNP-BC, CFMP, IFMCP | Chiropractic
One of the most important exercise tips for chiropractic patients is to take steps to keep your body in alignment as you move through your day.�Good practices combined with solid�exercises creates toned muscles that protect the body and spine from harm.�
Your chiropractor will work with you to design an exercise program that is optimal for you. Be sure to follow through with the plan and include these tips in your regular work out to experience the joy of healing from chiropractic care.
In the workplace, check with an ergonomics consultant to ensure proper positioning, especially if you spend most of the day seated or doing repetitive tasks.�A comfortable chair reduces muscle strain and prevents injury. Make sure that your feet sit firmly on the floor and that lumbar support is in place. At home, you should have a good mattress and supportive furniture.�Before starting any exercises, it�s important to warm up. A series of dynamic moves will boost your heart rate and heat up the muscles that you will be using during your work out.�Finally, it is important to target large muscle groups with passive exercises.
Dr. Alex Jimenez D.C.,C.C.S.T’s insight:
Exercise is essential towards maintaining optimal health, fitness, and wellness. For individuals who’ve experienced an injury or condition, pairing up chiropractic care with an appropriate set of physical activities recommended by a medical specialist can ultimately help improve symptoms and maintain overall wellness. For more information, please feel free to ask Dr. Jimenez or contact us at (915) 850-0900.�
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by Dr Alex Jimenez DC, APRN, FNP-BC, CFMP, IFMCP | Chiropractic
A common reason runners end up hurt is their bodies had something �out of whack� in the first place. Since chiropractors take the wellness of the body as a whole into consideration, they often work with runners to minimize the chance of re-injuring themselves or suffering a different injury. By making certain an individual�s body is in alignment and functioning properly, a chiropractor can help the runner feel comfortable moving back into the routine of running.
Running is a great form of exercise and stress relief, and many people run for years without incident. However, it�s vital to take steps up front to minimize the chances of getting hurt, including choosing proper shoes, stretching beforehand, and avoiding overexertion.�If, however, you feel a twist, pop, or crack as you are out for your morning run or finishing your half marathon, know there are chiropractic treatment options available to you that will decrease pain, healing time, and the risk of re-injury.
Dr. Alex Jimenez D.C.,C.C.S.T�s insight:
Running is a common type of physical activity many individuals participate in but unfortunately, running is also one of the most frequent causes for damage or injury. From running a few miles to completing a marathon, the overuse of the muscles and surrounding tissues of the legs can eventually lead to injuries of the ankles, knees, or hips. For more information, please feel free to ask Dr. Jimenez or contact us at (915) 850-0900.
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