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Decompression Massage Center

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  Massage is the manipulation of the body's muscles and tissues using controlled force, gentle and slow kneading, and assisted instrumentation. Decompression Massage Center tailors treatment plans to the individual's health needs to help expedite recovery . A medical decompression massage can: Bring pain relief Relieve stress Relieve muscle aches and tension Release knotted or cramped muscles Improve sleep Improve mental/emotional state Accelerate injury rehabilitation Strengthen the musculoskeletal system Release toxins Boost the immune system Trained professionals perform massage therapy in a clinical or hospital setting to find and focus on problem areas. The therapeutic massage involves focused work on the body's: Soft tissues Muscles Tendons Ligaments Discomfort and Pain Relief A massage therapist works on several medical issues that are either chronic or acute, which include: Overuse/Repetitive stress injuries. Neck pain Whiplash. Migraines. Tension headaches, clust...
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Outpatient Spine Surgeries

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  Many complex spinal surgeries take place in a hospital environment. The individual spends a night or two in the hospital, so medical staff can monitor them if any complications arise. However, outpatient surgeries have increased with new developments in minimally invasive procedures, pain management, and home rehabilitation. The improvements compared to traditional spinal surgical procedures are significant. These advancements have made it possible to perform more complex surgeries outside of a hospital. Outpatient surgeries have: Accelerated recovery times Decreased complications Decreased infections Healthier overall outcomes Outpatient Surgery Candidates Determining if outpatient surgery can be performed effectively depends on the injury/s and/or conditions that the individual is going through. An individual who is debilitated or has underlying medical conditions that increase their risk for complications or do not have support at home to assist with recovery and rehabil...
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Sports Strength, Balance, Core Decompression Clinic

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  Injury Medical Chiropractic Decompression Clinic focuses on the whole body, realigns the bones and joints, and helps strengthen the muscles. This helps prevent pain and injury and maintains spinal stability. Strong back muscles can help promote correct posture and keep the spine free from restriction. A stable spine is achieved when the back muscles can support and balance the everyday forces and stress of rigorous physical activity. Strengthening the back muscles can be done through yoga, weightlifting, and other recommended chiropractic exercises. Sports Strength, Balance, Core Decompression Clinic The primary muscles in the back include: Latissimus dorsi /lats) are in the area below the armpits and down the sides of the back Rhomboids are in the mid-upper back Trapezius /traps run from the neck to the mid-back Erector spinae run along the spine Major Core Muscles The transverse abdominis Multifidus Internal and external obliques Erector spinae Diaphragm Pelvic floor muscles...
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Out Of Alignment Hips Decompression

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  Healthy hips are necessary for standing, sitting, walking, running, bending, twisting, lifting, etc. Hip problems can seriously interfere with everyday activities. Out of alignment hips don’t just cause pain and soreness in the hip area but can radiate to other body areas. When the hip joint is out of alignment, the rest of the body has to start compensating for the misalignment, which can cause chronic pain in the back and/or legs. Out of Alignment Hips Discomfort and soreness begin as occasional but can quickly become regular. Individuals may also begin to limp when they walk, have a reduced range of motion in the hips, and pain that escalates with physical activity and improves with immobility/rest. Out of alignment hips can be caused by: Lifting incorrectly Repetitively carrying heavy loads on one side of the body places uneven pressure on the pelvis, causing an imbalance. Performing repetitive motions that begin to stress the joint Wearing shoes that do not provide proper ...
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Walking Technique Improvement

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  Walking is the most natural form of physical activity for optimal body health. It is low impact and can provide health and longevity benefits. Walking is second nature, but sometimes individuals can forget how to walk correctly and begin to present with musculoskeletal discomfort and injuries. The proper walking technique increases breathing function, reduces stress on the body and mind, and is a recommended form of self-care for aches and pains, injuries, and conditions. Proper walking techniques rely on the simple form, proper body mechanics, and active adjustments. Walking technique improvement can be achieved through chiropractic musculoskeletal rehabilitation and retraining to keep the body balanced and in top health. Walking Problems Forgetting proper walking technique is like forgetting healthy posture , which can lead to problems that include: Walking with the head and neck bent down Dragging the feet Dropping the feet Irregular, jerky movements when walking Taking small...
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Injury Medical Spinal Decompression

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  Injury Medical Spinal Decompression: Spinal decompression therapy/treatment can be surgical or non-surgical , with differences in the procedure, recovery time, and results. Individuals who experience compression-related problems can have severe and prolonged spinal conditions that can lead to various health issues. Individuals experiencing persistent or chronic neck, back, or leg pain should know the differences between surgical and non-surgical spinal decompression. Spinal decompression aims to relieve pressure on the discs and reduce stress on the nerves to eliminate the pain associated with compression on the spine, restoring optimal circulation and improving spinal function . Surgical Procedure It is invasive, must be performed by a surgeon, and can have a recovery time of up to 6 weeks. Surgery is usually suggested as a last resort after alternative therapies have not succeeded or when the compression is so severe that surgery is the only option. Surgical spinal decompress...
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Spine Conditions and Diabetes

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  Spine Conditions and Diabetes : Uncontrolled diabetes can wreak havoc on multiple organ systems, including: The cardiovascular system Neurological systems Kidneys Eye health Diabetes and severe blood sugar fluctuations can lead to back pain and spinal conditions. The negative impacts on the body from diabetes can be destructive as it is a state of chronic inflammation . Spine Conditions and Diabetes Spinal conditions being researched and their link to diabetes can affect each condition and its development differently. Spinal Stenosis Spinal stenosis is when the spine’s openings foramina begin to shrink and narrow, causing the nerve roots that branch off the spinal cord to have less space to function. The stenosis can compress one or more lumbar spinal nerves. Pain, tingling, weakness, and/or numbness in the legs can begin to present. Spinal Epidural Abscess Spinal epidural abscess is an infection between the vertebral bones and the spinal cord membrane. Diabetes increases the ...
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Professional Scope of Practice * The information on this blog site is not intended to replace a one-on-one relationship with a qualified healthcare professional or licensed physician and is not medical advice. We encourage you to make healthcare decisions based on your research and partnership with a qualified healthcare professional. Blog Information & Scope Discussions Welcome to El Paso's Premier Wellness and Injury Care Clinic & wellness blog, where Dr. Alex Jimenez, DC, FNP-C, a board-certified Family Practice Nurse Practitioner (FNP-BC) and Chiropractor (DC), presents insights on how our team is dedicated to holistic healing and personalized care. Our practice aligns with evidence-based treatment protocols inspired by integrative medicine principles, similar to those found on dralexjimenez.com, focusing on restoring health naturally for patients of all ages. Our areas of chiropractic practice include Wellness and nutrition, Chronic Pain, Personal Injury, Auto Accident Care, Work Injuries, Back Injury, Low Back Pain, Neck Pain, Migraine Headaches, Sports Injuries, severe sciatica, Scoliosis, Complex Herniated Discs, Fibromyalgia, Chronic Pain, Complex Injuries, Stress Management, Functional Medicine Treatments, and in-scope care protocols. Our information scope is limited to Chiropractic, musculoskeletal, physical medicine, wellness, contributing etiological viscerosomatic disturbances within clinical presentations, associated somatovisceral reflex clinical dynamics, subluxation complexes, sensitive health issues, and/or functional medicine articles, topics, and discussions. We provide and present clinical collaboration with specialists from various disciplines. Each specialist is governed by their professional scope of practice and their jurisdiction of licensure. We use functional health & wellness protocols to treat and support care for the injuries or disorders of the musculoskeletal system. Our videos, posts, topics, subjects, and insights cover clinical matters, issues, and topics that relate to and directly or indirectly support our clinical scope of practice.* Our office has reasonably attempted to provide supportive citations and has identified the relevant research studies or studies supporting our posts. We provide copies of supporting research studies that are available to regulatory boards and the public upon request. We understand that we cover matters that require an additional explanation of how they may assist in a particular care plan or treatment protocol; therefore, to discuss the subject matter above further, please feel free to ask Dr. Alex Jimenez, DC, APRN, FNP-BC, or contact us at 915-850-0900. We are here to help you and your family. Blessings Dr. Alex Jimenez DC, MSACP, APRN, FNP-BC*, CCST, IFMCP*, CFMP*, ATN* email: coach@elpasofunctionalmedicine.com Licensed as a Doctor of Chiropractic (DC) in Texas & New Mexico* Texas DC License # TX5807 New Mexico DC License # NM-DC2182 Licensed as a Registered Nurse (RN*) in Texas & Multistate  Texas RN License # 1191402  Compact Status: Multi-State License: Dr. Alex Jimenez DC, APRN, FNP-BC, CFMP*, IFMCP*, ATN*, CCST