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Carlos Hermosillo is a small contractor in El Paso, Tx, who has known Dr. Alex Jimenez for some time. As a result of the physical needs of his job, Mr. Hermosillo often experiences lower back pain and spine pain symptoms that tremendously limit his ability to carry out his normal physical activities, luckily, Dr. Alex Jimenez provides him with all the chiropractic care that he regularly needs as he must return to work as soon as possible. Carlos Hermosillo turned to chiropractic care for relief of the symptoms. Mr. Hermosillo highly recommends Dr. Alex Jimenez as the non surgical choice for back pain therapy. Back Pain Treatment Chiropractor Back pain is a common symptom that could manifest along the delicate tissues of the backbone, such as the muscles, nerves, bones, and joints. Internal structures such as glands, pancreas and the aorta, may cause referred pain in the back. When treating back pain, health care professionals often attempt to achieve decrease in the level of
Ever since he started chiropractic care with Dr. Alex Jimenez and continued rehabilitation at Push, Bobby Gomez has experienced great improvements on his back and hip pain. Since birth, Bobby had problems walking due to an uneven pelvic tilt. However, treatment has helped him gain more muscle on his legs, giving him more strength, flexibility and mobility to further improve his gait. Thanks to chiropractic care and rehabilitation, Bobby Gomez has become more confident and at peace with himself, highly recommending Dr. Alex Jimenez as the non-surgical choice for hip pain. Hip Pain Chiropractic Treatment Pain in the hip is the experience of pain from the joints or muscles in the hip region, a condition arising from any of a number of variables. Occasionally it is associated with back pain. Causes of pain around the hip joint may be extra-articular, or referred pain from neighboring structures, including the sacroiliac joint, spine, symphysis pubis, or the inguinal canal. Clinic
There is a small muscle deep in the buttocks, known, as the, piriformis muscle. This small muscle performs an essential function of rotating the leg outwards. Piriformis Syndrome is a condition that occurs when the muscle becomes tight and intrudes on the sciatic nerve. This causes pain, tenderness and sometimes numbness in the buttocks, which can also radiate down the leg and into the calf. Potential causes for piriformis syndrome are sitting for prolonged periods, which can tighten the muscle and an injury to the buttocks. This can come from a fall, accident, or sports injury. Trauma causes the small muscle to swell and irritate the sciatic nerve. Muscle spasms can also cause piriformis syndrome, however, the cause of the spasms is still unknown. Once an individual has piriformis syndrome, the condition can comeback periodically. Piriformis Syndrome Small Muscle Treatment Treatment options frequently used: Medication Over-the-counter or prescribed pain medic
Chiropractic treatment is dedicated to finding and correcting spinal misalignments. Many seek chiropractic care to alleviate pain and other health-related symptoms. One condition that is sought out constantly, is relief from lower back pain. 31 million Americans experience low back pain at any given time. This condition affects many, but finding the exact cause can be a challenge. Chiropractors are spinal specialists that are trained to not only alleviate pain but also find and help correct the cause of the problem. Prevention Is The Best Defense Prevention is the best cure for any condition/ailment. When a someone sees a chiropractor, they not only find relief for their condition, but they learn ways to prevent they symptoms in the future. Using proper exercise and ergonomics, they can ease the discomfort before it starts. Great results are gained by individuals that listen to instructions. Treatment Options Treatment options are plentiful. Based on the
On my first visit, I automatically felt better but along came with soreness. I did continue treatment, I saw him (Dr. Alex Jimenez) maybe two or three times out of the week. Shortly after that I started noticing change. Denise The shoulder consists of a number of joints which merge together with other complex structures, including muscles, tendons and ligaments, to provide a wide range of movement in the arm, like scratching your back. This increased range of motion, however, can cause a variety of health issues. It might lead to problems with impingement or it might even result in instability on the bony structures or the soft tissues of the shoulder. Shoulder pain might be felt continuously or it might occur through movements of the shoulder. Moreover, shoulder pain can be temporary or it might become chronic and require proper diagnosis and treatment. The article below describes a few of the common causes of shoulder pain and discusses various treatment approaches to hel
Dealing with joint or muscle pain can be a daunting experience. It's important to work on maintaining mobility and flexibility . The more flexible, the less likely to be injured. One of the best ways to improve flexibility is through stretching. First and foremost is the need to warm up your muscles before stretching. Stretching first can actually cause injury by pushing the joints too far. Spend a few minutes doing some light activity before stretching. This can be a quick walk or some basic calisthenics. A chiropractor can recommend stretches, or you can use some of these basic techniques. There are two basic forms of stretching, static and dynamic . Static Stretching & Dynamic Stretching Static stretching involves holding a position for a certain period of time in order to loosen up the muscles. This is what most people think of when they think about stretching. However, dynamic stretching involves moving specific parts of the body to work on flexibility. Ef
45 million Americans suffer headaches on a regular basis. There are the traditional methods used to treat them, which include taking over the counter medications or taking pharmaceutical concoctions to eliminate pain and reduce swelling . However, none of these solutions provide permanent relief that address the core of the problem. Alternative Treatment In recent years, people throughout the country are seeking alternative forms of therapy for all types of conditions, especially headaches. One treatment that is promising for physical and other types of pain is chiropractic treatment . This form of alternative care has been used for over a hundred years and is a regular part of the American healthcare delivery system. Insurance providers are growing and are willing to pay for chiropractic because of its effectiveness . Chiropractic school begins by studying human anatomy in great detail, like other medical professionals. In addition to looking at how the body works together
Approximately a couple of years ago, Denise was the victim of a car accident that led to upper body problems, such as shoulder pain . As a result of her debilitating symptoms, Denise was not able to participate in her routine physical actions. While she continued to encounter issues with her automobile accident injuries, she made a decision to look for chiropractic shoulder pain therapy with Dr. Alex Jimenez. Since her very first treatment session, Denise noticed enormous modifications to her symptoms and she was once more able to go back to her original routines ahead of the episode. Denise positively advocates Dr. Alex Jimenez because he's the best the non-invasive pick for shoulder pain therapy since locating relief. Shoulder Pain Chiropractic Treatment Upper body problems, such as shoulder pain, are a few of the most frequent causes of physician visits. The shoulder is the most mobile joint in the human body, though, because of its increased range of movement, it's
Dr. Alex Jimenez has helped me a lot. The pain is less, it's not painful. My back is able to loosen up, I've started to walk better and the pain is gone, not completely but it's on its way. It's helped me tremendously to where I couldn't bend at times and now I can easily bend down and stretch. The sessions that I've been here, every time it has helped a lot. - David Garcia Arthritis is medically defined as the inflammation of the joints, where it may affect a single or multiple joints in the body. There are over 100 kinds of arthritis, each with various causes and symptoms that may require distinct treatment procedures to relieve them. Some of the most common kinds of arthritis include osteoarthritis, abbreviated as OA, and rheumatoid arthritis, abbreviated as RA. The signs and symptoms of arthritis generally develop gradually over time, however, they might also appear unexpectedly. Arthritis is most frequently found in older adults, mostly over the a
Posterior tibial tendon dysfunction is a very common ankle and foot problem that occurs when there is a tear or inflammation in the posterior tibial tendon – the tendon that is at the back of the ankle and is the key player in stabilizing the foot. The inflammation or tear affects the integrity of the tendon, weakening it so that is no longer provides the support or stability of the arch of the foot. This results in what is commonly known as flatfoot . While this condition rarely requires surgery, there is pain, sometimes severe, swelling, and impaired mobility associated with it. Chiropractic for flatfoot has been found to be very effective for most patients, helping them heal faster and manage their pain. What Causes Posterior Tibial Tendon Dysfunction? The most common causes of flatfoot are overuse and injury. Falls are common culprits, causing injury to the tendon so that it tears or becomes inflamed. Overtraining, particularly in high impact exercise or sports like bas
Everyone experiences stress at some point in their life. In fact, it is becoming a sort of new normal in today’s hectic, fast paced, high pressure society. Chiropractic treatment can help relieve stress symptoms and achieve optimal health! However, a large percentage of the United States population is feeling a significant impact from the stress in their lives; 77 percent say they experience physical stress related symptoms on a regular basis. Additionally, 73 percent report experiencing stress related psychological symptoms including anxiety and depression . These are not accurate numbers though because many people never seek help for their stress issues. Stress symptoms should not be taken lightly. It is important to address the symptoms and find ways to reduce the stress. Chiropractic is an effective stress reliever. What Is Stress? In literal terms, stress is the state of emotional or mental strain, pressure, or tension that result from difficulties, adverse situati
Nothing had really worked until I started seeing Dr. Alex Jimenez. The way he cares about his patients, that is what keeps on bringing me back. He does a great job and he really cares about his patients. - Araceli Pizana Arthritis is considered to be quite a common health issue, however, it's still not very well understood by many healthcare professionals today. As a matter of fact, arthritis isn't a single disorder, but rather, it is an informal way of referring to joint pain or a joint disorder. There are approximately more than 100 distinct kinds of arthritis and associated problems. People of all ages, sexes and races can develop arthritis as it is the chief cause of disability in the United States. Over 50 million adults and 300,000 children have some type of arthritis while it often happens and is most common among women. Common arthritis joint symptoms include pain, swelling and inflammation, stiffness and decreased range of movement. Symptoms of arthritis may
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