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At The House Sciatica Self-Care Therapies El Paso, Texas

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Most of us know what sciatica means and that is low back pain that radiates/spreads into the buttock down into the leg and sometimes into the foot. The pain can be mild to excruciating , but fortunately, if it is mild  sciatica can usually be alleviated in 3 months.   These are a few non-invasive conservative treatment therapies that can be done at the house . Here are a few at the house sciatica remedies for people who started experiencing sciatic nerve pain or whose pain is not severe. But you should get a doctor’s approval before trying any of these at the house therapies. If sciatica has been present for a few weeks or the low back and leg pain has become debilitating you should see a doctor.   House Tip 1. Exercise is OK & Beneficial It might seem strange to exercise when you’re in pain, but research has shown that too much rest can aggravate back and leg symptoms. Remember this is not a hardcore burning massive calories exercise, but a gentle exercise ro
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Natural Ways to Fix a Leaky Blood-Brain Barrier in Functional Neurology Part 2

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The blood-brain barrier is a protective shield that allows nutrients to enter the brain while keeping harmful components in the bloodstream from passing into the brain. However, many factors can cause a leaky blood-brain barrier. This can allow harmful components to penetrate the blood-brain brain, ultimately causing inflammation and brain health issues. A leaky blood-brain barrier is associated with many mental health issues and neurological diseases, including anxiety, depression, brain fog, fatigue, Alzheimer's disease, Parkinson's disease, attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), and schizophrenia. In the article below, we will discuss natural ways which have been demonstrated to help fix a leaky blood-brain barrier and improve overall brain health. Take Berberine A variety of plants have an alkaloid known as berberine. This extracted substance has anti-inflammatory properties and it can ultimately promote brain health by protecting neurons. Scientists have
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Natural Ways to Fix a Leaky Blood-Brain Barrier in Functional Neurology Part 1

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The blood-brain barrier is a protective shield that allows nutrients to enter the brain while keeping harmful components in the bloodstream from passing into the brain. However, many factors can cause a leaky blood-brain barrier. This can allow harmful components to penetrate the blood-brain brain, ultimately causing inflammation and brain health issues. A leaky blood-brain barrier is associated with many mental health issues and neurological diseases, including anxiety, depression, brain fog, fatigue, Alzheimer's disease, Parkinson's disease, attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), and schizophrenia. In the article below, we will discuss natural ways which have been demonstrated to help fix a leaky blood-brain barrier and improve overall brain health. Improve Gut Health Understanding the connection between the brain and the gut is important to treat a leaky blood-brain barrier. In 2014, scientists found that a group of mice that didn't have bacteria in th
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Keeping Track of Your New Year's Resolution

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Do you feel: Inflammation in your body? Like your energy is spent before the lunch hour? Hormone imbalances? Agitated, jittery, or have tremors? Fatigue If you are experiencing any of these situations, why not try to fix your resolution for the New Year. New Year’s Resolution With the new year coming up, many people make resolutions to better themselves for the upcoming year. Whether it be getting healthier, being more organized, stressing less, or living life to the fullest, resolutions are little reminders for anyone to get back on track on themselves. With the end of the month and during the holiday season, more people are more likely to put aside their health habits aside and indulge in the seasonal sweet and savory foods. The holiday season is filled with frequent gatherings with family and friends, which involves more consumption of food. In many parts of the U.S., sedentary behaviors have become a form of hibernation. Even though these holiday habits tend to make
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Phone-Related Neck and Head Injuries El Paso, Texas

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Head and neck injuries related to phone use are on the rise. Since the first iPhone was released, according to a study in JAMA Otolaryngology-Head & Neck Surgery . Doctors are warning cell phone users to be especially careful when: Walking around and texting It is a distraction and one of the leading causes of head and neck injuries . 2,501 reported cases of phone-related head and neck injuries that lead to emergency room visits between January 1998 and December 2017 found in a nationwide database. Injuries in teens and young adults aged 13 to 29 years old were about 40%, in women (55%) and men (45%). Common Phone Injuries Common injuries include: Cuts Bruises Abrasions Internal injuries usually happen around the eyes and nose Possible trauma to the brain Over 41% of these injuries happened at home and were minor with little or no treatment needed. Around 50% of injuries were a result of distracted driving and 30% from distracted walking. Any type
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Have a Safe Happy Holiday and Prevent Injury El Paso, Texas

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This is the season of the year that brings special time with loved ones, but it’s also a time when many un-merry mishaps and accidents can happen. From neck and back pain to sprains and strains to serious fractures that can put you in the emergency room. With a little care, preparation and precaution, you can be safe and enjoy the holidays to the fullest , while reducing the risk of experiencing a slip and fall injury.   The Garage This is where holiday prep, go for tools and the like usually begin. However, the garage can be the first place where danger lurks during this season. Most of us store the big boxes at the top on overhead storage racks etc. A wobbly step ladder, not enough upper body strength, someone opening the door where the ladder stands and tipping it, etc, is a perfect setup for a fall. The first thing to ask is whether or not this is a job for you? If not then wait and ask for help from friends and family that can offer added strength and balance. P
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Functional Neurology: Diagnosis and Treatment of a Leaky Brain

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Our brain is a complex organ that controls many essential functions in our body. Therefore, brain health is vital for our survival. This is where the blood-brain barrier comes in. The blood-brain barrier (BBB) consists of a group of cells held together by "tight junctions" that protect the brain from potentially harmful components in the bloodstream. This security system only permits passage to certain molecules and keeps most other chemicals or substances out. Understanding a Leaky Brain If damage due to an injury or underlying condition occurs, small gaps can start to develop in the tight junctions of the group of cells in the brain and potentially harmful components in the bloodstream can ultimately penetrate the BBB and enter the complex organ. This is known as a "leaky brain". Several chemicals or substances can commonly cause brain inflammation. Research studies have demonstrated a connection between gut health and brain health. As a matter of fact, s
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The Top Tests Used for Integrative Medicine

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Functional medicine is about taking the human body and treating it as a whole. The human body has many systems but they all work together to maintain homeostasis. In many cases with traditional medicine, a patient with headaches, joint pain, inflammation, and fatigue will be referred to many specialists to treat each individual symptom.  However, by looking at the entire body as a whole and digging into the root cause of the issue and not just the symptom itself, a lot can be revealed. With functional medicine, often times a series of labs are run that look deeper than the typical basic blood panel. In traditional medicine, a glucose and AHb1c test will be done to assess diabetes. In functional medicine, a deeper test is ordered to rule out other possibilities and practitioners are able to view all components of diabetes including Glycemic Control, Glucose, HbA1c, GSP, Insulin Resistance , Adiponectin, Ferritin, Beta Cell Function, and Insulin.  This allows a deeper understanding
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