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Sciatica is a collection of symptoms characterized by pain, discomfort, tingling and burning sensations, and numbness which often extends from the low back, down the buttocks and thighs, into the knee and the foot. Sciatica is caused by the compression of the sciatic nerve, the largest and longest nerve in the human body. Sciatic nerve pain can develop due to an injury and/or aggravated condition. Patients diagnosed with sciatica describe their symptoms and how these affected their daily lives. Dr. Alex Jimenez and his staff have provided pain relief to many patients experiencing sciatica. Chiropractic care can help restore the original alignment of the spine to help improve sciatica. Dr. Alex Jimenez is the non-surgical choice for a variety of health issues, including sciatica, or sciatic nerve pain. Rehabilitation For Sciatica Pain We are blessed to present to you El Paso’s Premier Wellness & Injury Care Clinic . Our services are specialized and focused on injuri
The ketogenic diet seems to be one of the most popular topics to reach the current diet world. The ketogenic diet, or the keto diet, is characterized as a high fat, low carb dietary regimen. With claims that you can eat all the fat you want while not feeling hungry and considering its belief to reduce your blood sugar when you have type 2 diabetes as well as help improve overall performance, the ketogenic diet appears to be the ideal nutritional standard of the modern world. However, is the ketogenic diet right for everyone? Below, we will discuss what the ketogenic diet is and describe the modified ketogenic diet, their benefits and risks. What is the Ketogenic Diet? The "classic" ketogenic diet was created in 1923 by Dr. Russell Wilder for the treatment of epilepsy. The keto diet is based on the principle that by decreasing the intake of carbohydrates, the human body's main supply of energy, it is possible to induce the cells to burn fat for fuel, maximizing we
We live in an extremely sleep-deprived society. According to the Centers for Disease Control (CDC), 1 in 3 people in the United States does not get enough sleep on a regular basis. Additionally, the National Sleep Foundation reports that 45 percent of adults in the US admit that insufficient or poor sleep has had an impact on their daily activities at least once in the previous week. What’s more, about a third of the people who said they slept the number of hours that doctors recommend reported experiencing poor sleep quality. How Lack of Sleep Affects the Body Insufficient or poor sleep has been linked to numerous health issues. People who don’t get enough sleep or their sleep quality is poor, have a higher risk of developing dangerous health conditions such as heart disease, diabetes, and obesity. Over the long term, it has been linked to a shortened lifespan . It may be tempting to forego sleep to have a few extra hours of awake time, but the price is far too high. Your bo
Neck pain is one of the most common sources of pain and chronic pain worldwide. According to the International Association for the Study of Pain , each year, around 30% to 50% of the general population experiences neck pain and approximately 15% will, at some point in their lives, have chronic neck pain. Women seem to experience it more often than men, and it is most prevalent at around middle age. Neck pain can be debilitating, impacting a person home life as well as their work performance. It can also trigger migraines and limit the range of motion. Understanding the cervical spine is integral in understanding how to manage pain in that area. What is the Cervical Spine? Seven vertebrae make up the cervical spine: C1 through C7. They protect the spinal cord and are part of the system that makes up the neck. C1 is located at the base of the skull and C7 sits at the beginning of the thoracic spine. While C1 is the smallest vertebrae, each subsequent one is slightly larger as you
Many current research studies on cancer have allowed health professionals to understand the way the body detoxes. By analyzing upregulated genes in tumorous cells, researchers discovered the nuclear erythroid 2-related factor 2 signaling pathway , best known as Nrf2. NRF2 is an important transcription factor which activates the human body's protective antioxidant mechanisms in order to regulate oxidation from both external and internal factors to prevent increased levels of oxidative stress. Principles of Nrf2 NRF2 is essential towards maintaining overall health and wellness because it serves the primary purpose of regulating how we manage everything we're exposed to on a daily basis and not become sick. NRF2 activation plays a role in the phase II detoxification system. Phase II detoxification takes lipophilic, or fat soluble, free radicals and converts them into hydrophilic, or water soluble, substances for excretion while inactivating exceptionally reactive metaboli
An auto accident can cause injuries and aggravated conditions anywhere along the length of the spine, although these most commonly affect the neck and the low back. Chiropractic help is safe and effective, alternative treatment that focuses on the causes of a variety of health issues, including automobile accident injuries . Patients describe the symptoms they experienced after suffering an auto accident as well as how these ultimately affected their daily physical activities. The patients demonstrate their gratitude towards Dr. Alex Jimenez, chiropractor, and his staff for providing them with the pain relief they needed for their automobile accident injuries. The patients recommend Dr. Jimenez as the non-surgical choice for whiplash-associated disorders and other problems. Chiropractic Help On Car Accidents We are blessed to present to you El Paso’s Premier Wellness & Injury Care Clinic . Our services are specialized and focused on injuries and the complete recove
Acute Elbow Trauma In adults: Radial head Fx is the m/c (33%) and accounts for 1.5-4% of all fractures. Etiology: FOOSH with forearm pronated. Associated injuries: elbow collateral ligaments tears. EssexLoprestiFx with interosseous membrane tearing and dislocation of the Distal Radio-Ulnar Joint(DRUJ) Terrible triad: of the Radial head Fx, elbow dislocation and Coronoid process Fx (typically avulsed by the Brachialis M) Imaging: 1st step is x-radiography with elbow series, CT scanning may help in complex cases, MRIif ligamentous injury. In children: Supracondylar Fx of the distal humerus accounts for 90% of acute trauma. It is always d/t accidental trauma with FOOSH and elbow extended, rarely <5% with flexed elbow. MostSupracondylar Fx occur in children <10 y.o. Males>Females. Complications: malunion in cubitus varus aka Gunstock deformity, vascular injury and acute ischemic compartment syndrome with Volkmann contracture Imaging: 1st step x-radiography can be suff
Oxidative stress is a major contributor in the development of a variety of health issues, including cancer, heart disease, diabetes, accelerated aging and neurodegeneration. Antioxidant rich foods, herbs and supplements can be utilized to protect the human body from high levels of oxidative stress. Recent research studies have demonstrated that the Nrf2 gene pathway can help amplify the effects of antioxidants. The benefits of Nrf2 are described below. Protects the Body Against Toxins NRF2 is an intrinsic substance which can protect the cells from harmful, internal and external compounds. NRF2 may help enrich the human body's reaction to drugs/medications and toxins, improving the production of proteins that help eliminate compounds from the cell, known as multidrug resistance-associated proteins, or MRPs. By way of instance, NRF2 is triggered upon cigarette smoke inhalation to allow the lungs to detox. Additionally, it is essential for the lungs to protect themselves a
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