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Learn About MET Therapy and Improve Hip Flexor Mobility

By
Dr Alexander D Jimenez DC, APRN, FNP-BC, CFMP, IFMCP
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Introduction

The hips play a crucial role in maintaining stability and mobility in the body. However, incorrect actions can lead to misalignment and pain in the hip muscles, causing discomfort and affecting other muscles and joints. This article focuses on the hip flexor muscles and how assessing them with MET therapy can reduce pain and restore hip mobility. We utilize and incorporate valuable information about our patients to certified medical providers using MET therapy to relieve chronic muscle pain associated with the hip flexor muscles. We encourage and refer patients to associated medical providers based on their findings while supporting that education is a remarkable and fantastic way to ask our providers the essential questions at the patient’s acknowledgment. Dr. Alex Jimenez, D.C., comprises this information as an educational service. Disclaimer

 

What Are The Hip Flexor Muscles?

 

Do you have any pain in your hips? Does shifting your weight from one side to the other help relieve the pain? Do you feel pain shooting down from your hips to your legs? These symptoms may be due to pain in your hip flexor muscles. Research studies reveal that these muscles support other muscle groups like the trunk and legs, allowing for proper muscle activity when lifting your legs straight during functional tests for the hips and pelvis. The hip flexors in your hips consist of six muscles that aid in stability and mobility:

  • Psoas Major
  • Iliacus
  • Rectus Femoris
  • Sartorius
  • Adductor Longus
  • Tensor Fasciae Latae

Additional studies have revealed that the hip flexor muscles are crucial in supporting the lower back and maintaining stability. These six muscles aid in hip movements such as deep flexion, adduction, and external rotation, among other functions. The relationship between the hip flexors and the lumbar spine is particularly strong. However, if these muscles become tight, it can negatively affect performance and lead to other issues.

 

Hip Pain Associated With The Musculoskeletal System

Hip pain can be caused by tight hip flexor muscles, which can be affected by various factors such as health issues, injuries, or environmental factors. Research studies have shown that lower extremity injuries can reduce performance and cause pain-like symptoms associated with the musculoskeletal system. Tight hip flexors can be caused by prolonged sitting, incorrect lifting, or repetitive actions, leading to stretched or shortened muscles and the development of nodules. This can contribute to musculoskeletal disorders and uneven hips. Various treatments are available to realign the body and strengthen the hip flexor muscles.

 

Non-Surgical Solution: Chiropractic Care- Video

The Non-Surgical Solution "Chiropractic Care" | El Paso, Tx (2023)

Do you struggle with instability while walking or find yourself leaning more on one leg than the other? Perhaps you experience constant hip pain. Misalignment in the hips caused by environmental factors can lead to instability and pain-like symptoms associated with tight hip flexor muscles. These issues can cause musculoskeletal disorders that overlap and result in spinal subluxation. Research studies mentioned that it could be difficult to diagnose hip pain because it often presents as referred pain from the lumbar spine or knee joint. This means uneven or tight hips could cause low back or knee pain. Treatments are available to reduce hip pain and gently stretch flexor muscles. The video above demonstrates how chiropractic care can offer non-surgical solutions to realign the body and relieve stress in the surrounding muscles.

Assessing The Hip Flexors With MET Therapy

 

If you are experiencing stiffness or pain in your hips due to tight hip flexors, you can improve your mobility and prevent future issues in several ways. Studies have revealed that physical therapy involving RICE (rest, ice, compression, and elevation) can help restore muscle strength and range of motion. Soft tissue treatment combined with physical therapy can also be effective in restoring hip mobility. In their book “Clinical Application of Neuromuscular Techniques,” Dr. Judith Walker DeLany, L.M.T., and Dr. Leon Chaitow, N.D., D.O. explain that Muscle Energy Techniques (MET) can gently stretch the hip flexor muscles and restore mobility and range of motion in the hip joint. MET therapy can lengthen tight hip flexor muscles, reduce referred pain, and improve the hip’s function.

 

Conclusion

When the hips and the muscles around them start to cause pain that spreads to the rest of the body, it can lead to uncomfortable symptoms that cause people to shift their weight to compensate for the pain. This can happen because of environmental factors like sitting for too long or overstretching the muscles, which makes the hip flexors tight and can lead to pain in the hips and lower back. However, physical therapy combined with muscle energy techniques (MET) can help relieve the pain and realign the hips with the body. These treatments let the body naturally heal the affected muscles so that people can be pain-free.

 

References

Ahuja, Vanita, et al. “Chronic Hip Pain in Adults: Current Knowledge and Future Prospective.” Journal of Anaesthesiology, Clinical Pharmacology, 2020, www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC8022067/.

Chaitow, Leon, and Judith Walker DeLany. Clinical Applications of Neuromuscular Techniques. Churchill Livingstone, 2003.

Konrad, Andreas, et al. “The Influence of Stretching the Hip Flexor Muscles on Performance Parameters. A Systematic Review with Meta-Analysis.” International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health, 17 Feb. 2021, www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC7922112/.

Mills, Matthew, et al. “Effect of Restricted Hip Flexor Muscle Length on Hip Extensor Muscle Activity and Lower Extremity Biomechanics in College-Aged Female Soccer Players.” International Journal of Sports Physical Therapy, Dec. 2015, www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC4675195/.

Tyler, Timothy F, et al. “Rehabilitation of Soft Tissue Injuries of the Hip and Pelvis.” International Journal of Sports Physical Therapy, Nov. 2014, www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC4223288/.

Yamane, Masahiro, et al. “Understanding the Muscle Activity Pattern of the Hip Flexors during Straight Leg Raising in Healthy Subjects.” Progress in Rehabilitation Medicine, 16 Feb. 2019, www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC7365227.

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Power Strength Training: EP Functional Health and Wellness Clinic

By
Dr Alexander D Jimenez DC, APRN, FNP-BC, CFMP, IFMCP
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Female athlete exercising with Wall Ball.

Power is the combination of strength and speed over time. Strength is how much force an individual can exert. Power is how fast an individual can exert force. Strength training for power, aka power training, is being able to exert a certain amount of force in a given time. Power can be built with weight training. However, power strength training is not just for weightlifters. Many athletes like football, basketball, and volleyball players, sprinters, dancers, and wrestlers build strength to increase power, improve explosiveness, increase their vertical leap/jump, and give their bodies a break from heavy weight training.

Power Strength Training: EP's Chiropractic Fitness Team

Power Strength Training

Building strength is one factor, but becoming powerful requires another element in training. Biologically, individuals train the muscles to elongate and contract fast so the body can perform a certain set of movements.

Benefits

The benefits of power strength training.

Promotes Active Body Rest

  • Power training gives the mind and body a break from heavy training.
  • Provides the tendons, joints, and central nervous system a rest.
  • Offers a fun and healthy change with jumping, throwing, swinging, etc.

Reduces Risk of Knee Injury

Training helps improve:

  • Hip strength.
  • Landing biomechanics.
  • Helps reduce the risk of a knee injury.
  • Helps strengthen the muscles above the knee.
  • A study found individuals with knee osteoarthritis that participated in high-intensity strength training, compared with low-intensity, had a reduction in knee pain symptoms.

Improves Vertical Jump

  • Vertical jump or leap is how high an individual can jump and is a common parameter for assessing athletic ability.
  • It is an integral part of movement training programs to improve sports performance.
  • Research has shown that power strength and jump training can improve jump height.

Training Program

Before starting any exercise program, it is recommended to talk with a doctor. Key components to focus on when training for power.

Frequency

  • Starting with a schedule of 3-4 times a week is recommended by the American College of Sports Medicine.
  • Going above this frequency can be intense on the body and central nervous system.
  • Limiting sessions to a few times a week gives the body time to recover.

Equipment

  • Because power training involves a combination of increasing force and speed, using the right equipment that allows both is important. However, there are ways to improve without equipment.
  • For practicing jumps, increase the force by increasing the distance using a taller box.
  • For practicing push-ups on the floor, increase the force by pushing with more power so the hands come off the ground.
  • To improve power by increasing speed, exercises can be performed faster or with decreased rest between sets.

Weight

  • The weight depends on an individual’s one-rep max or the heaviest weight that can be lifted in a single repetition.
  • This is essentially an individual’s record for whatever type of weightlifting is being done.
  • Power training movement options: Plyometrics, Ballistic, or Dynamic.
  • Plyometrics includes activities like squats or jump lunges, common with football and basketball players.
  • Ballistic training includes activities like a back squat for football or soccer players.
  • Dynamic training works for sports-specific training motions like golf swinging or tennis serving.

Nutrition

Whether cardio or strength training, adequate caloric intake is important regardless of workout type, this means having a healthy balance of the three macronutrients: carbohydrates, fat, and protein.

  • Carbohydrates could be the most important, as research has shown that high-intensity exercise like power training improves when eating carbohydrates before, during, and after the workout.
  • Fat is necessary, and a daily intake below 20% of calorie intake can decrease the absorption of various essential nutrients.
  • It is recommended to consume 1.2-1.7 grams of protein per kilogram of individual body weight.

As with any exercise, training takes time, and it’s important to gradually progress only when the body is prepared. Incorporating the elements of a healthy lifestyle includes a balanced, nutrient-rich diet and proper sleep and rest days. This will help get the most benefits and prevent injuries.

Improving Athletic Performance Through Chiropractic

References

Balachandran, Anoop T et al. “Comparison of Power Training vs. Traditional Strength Training on Physical Function in Older Adults: A Systematic Review and Meta-analysis.” JAMA Network Open vol. 5,5 e2211623. 2 May. 2022, doi:10.1001/jamanetworkopen.2022.11623

Maestroni, Luca, et al. “Strength and Power Training in Rehabilitation: Underpinning Principles and Practical Strategies to Return Athletes to High Performance.” Sports medicine (Auckland, N.Z.) vol. 50,2 (2020): 239-252. doi:10.1007/s40279-019-01195-6

Marián, Vanderka, et al. “Improved Maximum Strength, Vertical Jump and Sprint Performance after 8 Weeks of Jump Squat Training with Individualized Loads.” Journal of sports science & Medicine vol. 15,3 492-500. 5 Aug. 2016

Peebles, Alexander T et al. “Landing biomechanics deficits in anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction patients can be assessed in a non-laboratory setting.” Journal of orthopedic research: official publication of the Orthopaedic Research Society vol. 40,1 (2022): 150-158. doi:10.1002/jor.25039

Suchomel, Timothy J et al. “The Importance of Muscular Strength: Training Considerations.” Sports medicine (Auckland, N.Z.) vol. 48,4 (2018): 765-785. doi:10.1007/s40279-018-0862-z

Wesley, Caroline A et al. “Lower Extremity Landing Biomechanics in Both Sexes After a Functional Exercise Protocol.” Journal of athletic training vol. 50,9 (2015): 914-20. doi:10.4085/1062-6050-50.8.03

Westcott, Wayne L. “Resistance training is medicine: effects of strength training on health.” Current sports medicine reports vol. 11,4 (2012): 209-16. doi:10.1249/JSR.0b013e31825dabb8

Assessing The Adductors & Hamstrings With MET

By
Dr Alexander D Jimenez DC, APRN, FNP-BC, CFMP, IFMCP
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Introduction

The thigh muscles provide mobility and stability to the hips and upper body. They allow for leg extension and flexion while also stabilizing the pelvis. The adductors and hamstrings are two muscle groups that work together to enable running, jumping, squatting, and sprinting. However, overuse of these muscles can lead to musculoskeletal pain, which can cause discomfort and misalignment in the body. This article will focus on the hamstring and adductor muscles, the impact of muscle pain and strain on these muscles, and how MET therapy can help. We utilize and incorporate valuable information about our patients to certified medical providers using MET therapy to relieve chronic muscle pain associated with the hamstrings and the adductor muscles. We encourage and refer patients to associated medical providers based on their findings while supporting that education is a remarkable and fantastic way to ask our providers the essential questions at the patient’s acknowledgment. Dr. Alex Jimenez, D.C., comprises this information as an educational service. Disclaimer

 

Hamstrings & Adductor Muscles

Do you feel pain in your upper thigh? Does walking or running cause you problems? Are you experiencing pain in your knees when you stretch your legs? These issues may be related to the hamstrings and adductor muscles in your thighs. These muscles provide stability and mobility to your thighs and lower extremities. Studies reveal that the hamstring muscles are a group of three individual muscles that play a crucial role in daily activities. Their main functions include:

  • Hip extension and knee flexion.
  • Allowing you to perform a variety of movements, such as standing and sprinting.
  • Jumping.

 

 

The hamstrings and adductors play important roles in a person’s gait cycle and in controlling pelvic posture. The hamstrings help extend the hip and flex the knee, while the adductor muscles stabilize the hips and pelvis. Research studies show that the adductor muscles come from the pelvis and stop at the femur in the legs. They are crucial for stabilizing the pelvis and maintaining balance in the lower limbs during walking. However, these muscles are prone to injuries despite their significant roles in lower extremity function.

 

Muscle Pain & Strain On The Hamstring-Adductors

Injuries to the hamstrings and adductor muscles can result from several factors. Overstretching the adductor muscles may lead to high hamstring pain, while athletes may experience limping if they pop their hamstrings. Studies reveal that eccentric actions on these muscles can cause extreme joint positions, making the muscle fibers vulnerable to strain-related injuries. Repetitive movements can develop small nodules known as trigger points that cause radiating pain to the hamstrings and adductor muscles. Additional studies reveal that a lack of mechanical advantage can make these muscles susceptible to strain. Fortunately, various treatments are available to alleviate muscle pain and strain in the hamstrings and adductors.

 

Why Choose Chiropractic?- Video

Why Choose Chiropractic? | El Paso, Tx (2023)

Do you have muscle pain in your hamstrings or adductor muscles? Does it cause you to limp or feel tightness in your hamstrings? These issues are related to muscle pain affecting these muscles, which work together to provide stability and mobility to the lower extremities. Environmental factors or repetitive actions can lead to overlapping risk factors, causing misalignment and dysfunction in the body. This can lead to muscle disability and difficulty walking. Fortunately, chiropractic care and soft tissue treatments like MET therapy can help reduce pain and re-mobilize the joint back to functionality. The video above explains how chiropractic care uses manual manipulation to reduce spine subluxation while stretching and strengthening the muscles surrounding the joints.

MET Therapy Assessing The Hamstrings & Adductors

 

If you’re experiencing muscle pain and strain in your hamstrings and adductor muscles, treatments available can help. According to a book by Leon Chaitow and Judith Walker DeLany, called “Clinical Application of Neuromuscular Techniques,” pain specialists use muscle energy techniques (MET) can be used to stretch the affected muscles and reduce pain in that area. Using MET, pain specialists can also help restore mobility and flexibility to your thigh and lower body extremities. This treatment can be very helpful in relieving pain and restoring stability to your body.

 

Conclusion

The hamstrings and adductor muscles work together to provide stability and mobility to the thighs and lower extremities. While they have similar and different functions, both are crucial for standing, running, and walking. However, injuries can occur when these muscles are overstretched or damaged due to repetitive actions, resulting in misalignment in the body. Fortunately, soft tissue treatments such as MET therapy or chiropractic care can help realign the body, stretch out the muscle tissues, and restore mobility and stability to these muscles. This can help individuals walk without experiencing any pain.

 

References

Afonso, José, et al. “The Hamstrings: Anatomic and Physiologic Variations and Their Potential Relationships with Injury Risk.” Frontiers in Physiology, 7 July 2021, www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC8294189/.

Chaitow, Leon, and Judith Walker DeLany. Clinical Applications of Neuromuscular Techniques. Churchill Livingstone, 2003.

Jeno, Susan H, and Gary S Schindler. “Anatomy, Bony Pelvis and Lower Limb: Thigh Adductor Magnus Muscle.” In: StatPearls [Internet]. Treasure Island (FL), 1 Aug. 2022, www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK534842/.

Rodgers, Cooper D, and Avais Raja. “Anatomy, Bony Pelvis and Lower Limb, Hamstring Muscle.” In: StatPearls [Internet]. Treasure Island (FL), 29 Jan. 2022, www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK546688/.

Tyler, Timothy F, et al. “Groin Injuries in Sports Medicine.” Sports Health, May 2010, www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3445110/.

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The Path to Healing *PERSONAL INJURY* | El Paso, Tx (2023)

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Dr Alexander D Jimenez DC, APRN, FNP-BC, CFMP, IFMCP
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The Path to Healing *PERSONAL INJURY* | El Paso, Tx (2023)
Discover the transformative potential of chiropractic care in providing relief for personal injuries. In this video, learn how chiropractors use specialized techniques to address the root causes of injuries and promote natural healing. From automobile accidents to sports-related mishaps, chiropractic care offers a holistic approach to pain management and rehabilitation. Explore the benefits of personalized treatment plans tailored to individual needs and witness firsthand how chiropractic care can restore mobility, alleviate discomfort, and accelerate recovery from personal injuries.

Our care plans are base on Functional Medicine as a systems approach based on biology that focuses on identifying and addressing the root cause of disease. We focus on the paradigm that symptom or differential diagnosis may be one of many contributing factors to an individual’s illness.

This approach shifts from the traditional disease-centered focus of most medical practices to a more holistic person-centered approach.

Our discussions team includes Integrative Doctors, Functional Medicine Experts, Nutritionists, Health Coaches, Chiropractors, Physical Medicine Doctors, Therapists, and Exercise Performance Specialists.
We provide clinical insights, treatment options, and methods to achieve clinically sound, specific measured goals.*

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✅ Body Composition Analysis
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✅ Autoimmune Disorder*
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✅ Complex Lower Back Pain Recovery Plans
✅ Severe Sciatica Syndromes
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We present, bridge, and connect these various health programs, functional medicine protocols, fitness methods, injury recovery programs, and offer complete wellness packages.

To that end, we shed light and offer treatment options and bring a deep understanding of the real underlying causes of those suffering from acute and interconnected chronic degenerative disorders.

Ultimately, we empower you to achieve and maintain your personalized, healthy way of living by understanding the root causes of disorders.

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The information in these events is not intended to replace a one-on-one relationship with a qualified health care professional and is not intended as medical advice.

Our presentations are designed to share knowledge and information from Dr. Jimenez’s research, experience, and collaborative functional medicine community. We encourage you to make your own health care decisions based on your research and partnership with a qualified health care professional.
We use and discuss functional health & wellness protocols to treat and support the musculoskeletal system’s care for injuries or disorders. Our events, webinars, posts, topics, subjects, and insights cover clinical matters, issues, and issues that relate and support, directly or indirectly, our clinical scope of practice.*

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Why Choose Chiropractic? | El Paso, Tx (2023)

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Dr Alexander D Jimenez DC, APRN, FNP-BC, CFMP, IFMCP
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Why Choose Chiropractic? | El Paso, Tx (2023)
In this insightful video, discover the incredible benefits of chiropractic care as a non-surgical approach to finding effective pain relief. Learn how chiropractic techniques can help you avoid surgery while addressing various sources of pain. From back and neck pain to joint discomfort, this video highlights the power of chiropractic in providing natural pain relief. Explore the world of chiropractic care and unlock a surgery-free path to a pain-free life.

Our care plans are base on Functional Medicine as a systems approach based on biology that focuses on identifying and addressing the root cause of disease. We focus on the paradigm that symptom or differential diagnosis may be one of many contributing factors to an individual’s illness.

This approach shifts from the traditional disease-centered focus of most medical practices to a more holistic person-centered approach.

Our discussions team includes Integrative Doctors, Functional Medicine Experts, Nutritionists, Health Coaches, Chiropractors, Physical Medicine Doctors, Therapists, and Exercise Performance Specialists.
We provide clinical insights, treatment options, and methods to achieve clinically sound, specific measured goals.*

Functional & Integrative Health Live Events *

✅ Stress Hormones & Health
✅ Gut Health, Inflammation & Auto-Immunity*
✅ Musculoskeletal Rehabilitation
✅ Fibromyalgia & Inflammation
✅ Diabetes & Autoimmunity*
✅ Weight Loss
✅ Body Composition Analysis
✅ Thyroid Dysfunction*
✅ Autoimmune Disorder*
✅ Heart Disease & Inflammation*
✅ Agility & Mobility
✅ Injury Recovery Programs
✅ Complex Lower Back Pain Recovery Plans
✅ Severe Sciatica Syndromes
✅ Other Complex Health Challenges
✅ Neutraceutical Recommendations
✅ Advanced Translational Nutrigenomics*
✅ Nutrigenomics, Proteomics, Metabalomics
✅ Care Plans (Advanced Clinical Practice)

We present, bridge, and connect these various health programs, functional medicine protocols, fitness methods, injury recovery programs, and offer complete wellness packages.

To that end, we shed light and offer treatment options and bring a deep understanding of the real underlying causes of those suffering from acute and interconnected chronic degenerative disorders.

Ultimately, we empower you to achieve and maintain your personalized, healthy way of living by understanding the root causes of disorders.

It is all about.

LIVING, LOVING & MATTERING

Join us in improving your health.

Blessings,

Dr. Alex Jimenez DC, MSACP, CCST, IFMCP*, CIFM*, CTG*
email: [email protected] phone:
phone: 915-850-0900

Licensed in Texas & New Mexico*

Notice: Our information scope is limited to musculoskeletal, physical medicines, wellness, sensitive health issues, functional medicine articles, topics, and discussions. We provide and present talks and clinical collaboration with specialists from a wide array of disciplines. Each specialist in our events is governed by their professional scope of practice and their jurisdiction of licensure.

The information in these events is not intended to replace a one-on-one relationship with a qualified health care professional and is not intended as medical advice.

Our presentations are designed to share knowledge and information from Dr. Jimenez’s research, experience, and collaborative functional medicine community. We encourage you to make your own health care decisions based on your research and partnership with a qualified health care professional.
We use and discuss functional health & wellness protocols to treat and support the musculoskeletal system’s care for injuries or disorders. Our events, webinars, posts, topics, subjects, and insights cover clinical matters, issues, and issues that relate and support, directly or indirectly, our clinical scope of practice.*

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Balance Exercises For Stability and Performance: Sciatica Clinic

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Dr Alexander D Jimenez DC, APRN, FNP-BC, CFMP, IFMCP
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Physiotherapist helping female patient with rehabilitation. Balance exercise with bosu ball. Woman and doctor during rehab physiotherapy in gym

Body balance is essential for walking, tying shoelaces, picking up objects, etc. Balance is an acquired skill that the body develops in response to different activities and surroundings. Everyone can benefit from improving and maintaining their balance muscles regardless of age. Balance exercises condition and strengthen the core muscles. Balance training helps improve posture and stability; athletes find it provides increased agility and added power; seniors utilize it to prevent injuries and maintain mobility, and fitness enthusiasts use it to improve workouts. Injury Medical Chiropractic and Functional Medicine Clinic provide whole-body realignment, rehabilitation, postural and balance training, and nutritional advice.

Balance Exercises For Stability and Performance: EP Chiropractic

Balance Exercises

Being able to move around efficiently requires healthy postural alignment and balance. The systems responsible for balance can be affected by the following:

  • Gradual changes brought on by aging.
  • Back problems.
  • Foot problems.
  • Injury.
  • Side effects from medications.
  • Arthritis.
  • Stroke.
  • Parkinson’s disease.
  • Multiple sclerosis.

However, it was found that all responded well to exercises designed to improve balance.

Definition

Balance is the ability to control the body in space and distribute weight evenly to maintain uprightness. There are two types.

Dynamic Balance

  • The ability to remain stable while performing movements or actions that require displacing or moving the body.
  • Individuals use this type of balance each time the body takes a step in any direction.
  • Dynamic balance is required when the body is in motion, like walking.
  • A healthy dynamic balance is essential for the body’s ability to react to sudden changes.

Static Balance

  • The ability to maintain a stationary position during movements like bending, twisting, reaching, and swaying around the axis of the body.
  • Static balance is a non-locomotor skill.

Both types are essential and can be improved with targeted exercises.

Benefits

Everyone can benefit from balance exercises and can help at different stages of life and fitness levels.

General Public

Balance training:

  • Teaches the body to use the core for stabilization.
  • Creates muscular balance.
  • Improves neuromuscular coordination and communication between the brain and muscles.

Individuals can start incorporating balance exercises into everyday routines. A few ways to do this include:

  • When picking up an object, reach over to pick them up on one leg, with the other lifting straight into the air behind to engage the abs.
  • Sit on a stability ball at work, school, or when watching TV.
  • Stand on one foot while engaged in static balance activities like washing dishes, brushing teeth, etc., and alternate the feet.

Athletes

  • Proprioceptive training is used with athletes for rehabilitation and prevention of injuries. Proprioception is the sense of body position.
  • Practicing balance exercises increases the sense of control and awareness of the muscles and joints and how they function when in motion.
  • Balance training increases power because the individual learns to use their center of gravity more efficiently.
  • A stronger and more active core helps to increase jump height, throwing, swinging, shifting, and running.

Seniors

  • Seniors can use balance exercise programs to improve stability for falling prevention and injuries.

Exercises

Below are basic instructions for the following balance exercises:

Tree Pose

Tree pose can be done on the floor, a mat, or Bosu. It strengthens the ankles, improves balance, and engages the core.

  • Stand with feet together, spine tall and straight, and arms outstretched.
  • If using a BOSU, use either the ball or the flat side.
  • Gradually lift the left foot to the side of the calf and balance on the right foot.
  • Gradually lift arms overhead to make the branches.
  • Hold for 30 seconds, then switch to the other leg.

Single Leg Deadlift

This exercise strengthens the hamstrings and glutes, works on balance, and activates the abdominal wall. It can be done with or without weights like dumbells.

  • Stand on the floor with feet together.
  • Place most of the weight onto the right foot.
  • Stare at a focal point in front and on the floor
  • Slowly lower the torso to the ground while lifting the left leg behind.
  • Keep the spine neutral and reach the hands toward the floor.
  • Stop when the back is parallel to the floor.
  • Don’t tighten or stiffen the right knee but keep it moveable.
  • Squeeze the hamstrings, glutes, and abs while slowly returning to an upright position.
  • Switch sides.
  • Try for eight on each side.

Deadbug

This is a highly recommended core exercise that challenges the transverse abdominis.

  • Lie on your back and extend your arms and legs toward the ceiling.
  • Pull the abdominals in toward the midline.
  • Lower the right leg and extend the left arm back.
  • Return to the starting position and repeat with the opposite arm and leg.
  • Keep switching sides until the set is complete.

The Chiropractic Approach

References

Bruijn, Sjoerd M, and Jaap H van Dieën. “Control of human gait stability through foot placement.” Journal of the Royal Society, Interface vol. 15,143 (2018): 20170816. doi:10.1098/rsif.2017.0816

Dunsky, Ayelet, et al. “Balance Performance Is Task Specific in Older Adults.” BioMed research international vol. 2017 (2017): 6987017. doi:10.1155/2017/6987017

Feldman, Anatol G. “The Relationship Between Postural and Movement Stability.” Advances in experimental medicine and biology vol. 957 (2016): 105-120. doi:10.1007/978-3-319-47313-0_6

Hlaing, Su Su et al. “Effects of core stabilization exercise and strengthening exercise on proprioception, balance, muscle thickness and pain-related outcomes in patients with subacute nonspecific low back pain: a randomized controlled trial.” BMC musculoskeletal disorders vol. 22,1 998. 30 Nov. 2021, doi:10.1186/s12891-021-04858-6

Kim, Beomryong, and Jongeun Yim. “Core Stability and Hip Exercises Improve Physical Function and Activity in Patients with Nonspecific Low Back Pain: A Randomized Controlled Trial.” The Tohoku Journal of experimental medicine vol. 251,3 (2020): 193-206. doi:10.1620/tjem.251.193

Prado, Erick Tadeu et al. “Hatha yoga on body balance.” International Journal of Yoga vol. 7,2 (2014): 133-7. doi:10.4103/0973-6131.133893

Thomas, Ewan, et al. “Physical activity programs for balance and fall prevention in elderly: A systematic review.” Medicine vol. 98,27 (2019): e16218. doi:10.1097/MD.0000000000016218

Anti-Inflammatory Nutritional Strategies Using MET

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Dr Alexander D Jimenez DC, APRN, FNP-BC, CFMP, IFMCP
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Introduction

The immune system is crucial in protecting the body from foreign pathogens that cause inflammation in the affected area. Cytokines produce inflammation in the body to fight off infections or bacteria. However, inflammation can be beneficial or harmful, depending on the severity of the affected area. Acute inflammation is a natural healing process that causes redness, swelling, and heat in the affected area, and it usually resolves within a few days. In contrast, chronic inflammation causes pain and damages healthy tissues, mistaking them for foreign invaders. Environmental factors can trigger chronic inflammation, leading to muscle and joint pain and other chronic conditions. Fortunately, an anti-inflammatory diet combined with soft tissue therapy can help reduce the effects of chronic inflammation. Our article today discusses how these diets work and how they can be combined with MET therapy to restore the body. We utilize and incorporate valuable information about our patients to certified medical providers using MET therapy to relieve chronic inflammation associated with the musculoskeletal system through dieting. We encourage and refer patients to associated medical providers based on their findings while supporting that education is a remarkable and fantastic way to ask our providers the essential questions at the patient’s acknowledgment. Dr. Alex Jimenez, D.C., comprises this information as an educational service. Disclaimer

 

What Are Anti-Inflammatory Diets?

 

Are you experiencing inflammation in your muscles, joints, or vital organs? Do you feel musculoskeletal pain or have uncertain symptoms after eating certain foods? Chronic stress, obesity, autoimmune disorders, and abdominal pain can cause chronic inflammation. These conditions may be caused by environmental factors leading to chronic inflammation. Research shows that certain dietary components can contribute to inflammation, which can be beneficial and harmful. While additional research studies reveal that incorporating lean meats, omega-3s, antioxidants, fruits, and vegetables can help minimize inflammasome activation and its negative effects on the muscles, joints, and vital organs to reduce chronic inflammation.

 

How Anti-Inflammatory Diets Help The Body?

Did you know that adopting an anti-inflammatory diet can help reduce the effects of chronic inflammation in the body? Research studies reveal that lowering the intake of pro-inflammatory foods and increasing the consumption of unsaturated fats, fruits, and vegetables can effectively combat inflammation. While inflammation is a natural defense mechanism, excessive production of inflammatory cytokines can lead to chronic conditions. However, combining an anti-inflammatory diet with exercise or physical therapy can help reduce these cytokines and identify the underlying causes of inflammation. By consuming specific foods and vitamins, an individual can effectively reduce the progression of inflammation and prevent further damage to the body.

 

Understanding Inflammation- Video

Understanding Inflammation | El Paso, Tx (2023)

Are you experiencing muscle or joint pain, tenderness, or redness in certain body areas? Do you notice that certain foods cause issues with your organs? These symptoms may be caused by inflammation affecting your body. Inflammation is a natural immune system response that releases cytokines to affected areas. When cytokines are released onto healthy tissue can lead to aggravating issues such as autoimmune disorders and chronic pain. However, there is hope. You can understand the root cause of inflammation and reduce its effects on your body. The video above provides an excellent overview of how environmental factors can cause inflammatory impacts on the body and how whole-nutritional foods and vitamins with antioxidants can help reduce pain associated with inflammation.

Anti-Inflammatory Diets & MET Therapy

 

According to “Clinical Application of Neuromuscular Techniques” by Judith Walker DeLany, L.M.T. and Leon Chaitow, N.D., D.O., inflammation can be a normal part of healing. Still, if left untreated, it can cause soft tissue injuries. Muscle energy techniques (MET) can help reduce inflammation by stretching soft tissues, improving joint mobility, and draining the lymphatic system. Combining MET with an anti-inflammatory diet can help reduce inflammation and heal the body naturally. Here are some diets to consider merging with MET.

 

The Exclusion Diet

The exclusion diet is a way to identify which foods are causing negative symptoms in the body. By listing foods that cause allergic or inflammatory reactions, the doctor can create a personalized dietary plan for the patient, excluding these problem foods. After at least 3-4 weeks of avoiding these foods, reintroduce them to see if symptoms return. If they do, remove the food from the diet. This anti-inflammatory diet can help reduce muscle and joint pain associated with inflammation and is effective for many people with food sensitivities/allergies.

 

The Oligoantigenic Diet

The oligoantigenic diet is an anti-inflammatory diet involving whole foods rich in vitamins and minerals to reduce inflammation in individuals with severe food allergies. This diet allows the person to identify which foods are causing inflammation by removing them from their diet for a few weeks and then reintroducing them one at a time. If the symptoms return, the food can be eliminated from the diet.

 

Conclusion

Inflammation is a double-edged sword as it can have beneficial and harmful effects on the body depending on environmental factors and can result in musculoskeletal pain. Nevertheless, one can aid the body’s natural recovery process by consuming whole foods rich in anti-inflammatory properties and undergoing therapies that can alleviate the effects of inflammation in the musculoskeletal system. By adopting these approaches, individuals can eliminate foods and other environmental factors that may trigger chronic inflammation, enhancing their quality of life.

 

References

Chaitow, Leon, and Judith Walker DeLany. Clinical Applications of Neuromuscular Techniques. Churchill Livingstone, 2003.

Dragan, Simona, et al. “Dietary Patterns and Interventions to Alleviate Chronic Pain.” Nutrients, 19 Aug. 2020, www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC7551034/.

Kiecolt-Glaser, Janice K. “Stress, Food, and Inflammation: Psychoneuroimmunology and Nutrition at The Cutting Edge.” Psychosomatic Medicine, May 2010, www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC2868080/.

Sears, Barry, and Asish K Saha. “Dietary Control of Inflammation and Resolution.” Frontiers in Nutrition, 10 Aug. 2021, www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC8382877/.

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Healthy Breads: EP’s Functional Health and Wellness Clinic

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Dr Alexander D Jimenez DC, APRN, FNP-BC, CFMP, IFMCP
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Portrait of a young beautiful couple holding tray with fresh baked breads in the modern bright kitchen at home

The right kind of bread can be an extremely healthful food. Eating more whole grains is associated with lower weight and reduced health problems, heart disease, and cancer risk. Keeping bread in a healthy diet begins with choosing varieties with the best nutrition. Certain types are naturally high in fiber, vitamins, and minerals. Others are made from refined grains with added vitamins and minerals. Nutritional experts evaluate healthy breads based on researched health benefits and fiber, protein, micronutrient content, and total calories.

Healthy Breads: EP's Functional Chiropractic Clinic Team

Healthy Breads

100% Whole Wheat

  • 100% whole wheat bread contains abundant fiber and nutrients and is one of the most nutritious varieties.
  • A slice of bread made with all whole wheat flour provides 80 calories, 5 grams of protein, 0 grams of fat, 20 grams of carbohydrates, and 3 grams of fiber.
  • One hundred percent whole wheat bread also contains essential minerals like calcium, selenium, manganese, phosphorus, and thiamin.
  • Increasing whole grains has been shown to reduce the risk of multiple chronic diseases, including type 2 diabetes, cancer, and heart disease.
  • Studies have demonstrated the positive effects of whole grains on weight control.
  • Many breads advertise themselves as whole wheat and might not contain 100% whole, unrefined grains.
  • Read labels to determine if store-bought bread was made with only whole wheat flour.
  • A 100% whole wheat bread will either be labeled as such or have whole wheat flour as its first ingredient and does not list other flours like wheat flour or enriched bleached flour.

Multigrain

  • Whole grains like oats, buckwheat, barley, amaranth, and millet can be included in multigrain breads for increased fiber, protein, and micronutrients.
  • Adding a variety of whole grains like these can help reduce the risk of certain chronic diseases.
  • Navigating to healthy multigrain bread can be misleading.
  • Breads labeled as multigrain can be difficult to tell whether the grains used to make the bread were whole or refined.
  • It’s recommended to look for a multigrain bread label that has 100% whole grain.

Oat

  • Oats are whole grains that can supplement whole wheat in healthy store-bought and homemade breads.
  • Oats contain a special fiber called beta-glucan, with benefits that include lowering bad cholesterol, regulating blood sugar, and lowering blood pressure.
  • Oats are high in soluble fiber, which helps reduce constipation.
  • Read the labels and look for brands that list oats and whole wheat flour as the first ingredients with minimal added sugars.

Flax Seed

  • Flaxseeds are not grains, but they aren’t packed with nutrients.
  • These seeds are high in fiber and polyunsaturated fats.
  • Adding flaxseed might help protect against certain cancers and improve heart health.
  • Because the seeds are naturally gluten-free, flax seed bread can be an option for individuals with celiac disease or gluten sensitivity.
  • Some commercially prepared breads combine flax with wheat, but individuals may have to make their own for a loaf made entirely with flaxseed.

Sourdough

  • Sourdough bread is made through fermentation, which adds healthy probiotics to the finished product.
  • A diet rich in probiotics from fermented foods has been linked with positive health outcomes.
  • Benefits include the bread’s natural probiotics, improved digestion, immune system function, extra fiber, protein, and minerals.
  • For the healthiest, choose a variety made with whole wheat flour.

Benefits of a Healthy Diet and Chiropractic

References

Aune, Dagfinn, et al. “Whole grain consumption and risk of cardiovascular disease, cancer, and all-cause and cause-specific mortality: a systematic review and dose-response meta-analysis of prospective studies.” BMJ (Clinical research ed.) vol. 353 i2716. 14 Jun. 2016, doi:10.1136/bmj.i2716

El Khoury, D et al. “Beta glucan: health benefits in obesity and metabolic syndrome.” Journal of Nutrition and Metabolism vol. 2012 (2012): 851362. doi:10.1155/2012/851362

Freitas, Daniela, et al. “Lemon juice, but not tea, reduces the glycemic response to bread in healthy volunteers: a randomized crossover trial.” European Journal of Nutrition vol. 60,1 (2021): 113-122. doi:10.1007/s00394-020-02228-x

“Healthy Bread.” Hall’s Journal of Health vol. 3,7 (1856): 144-146.

Kikuchi, Yosuke, et al. “Effects of Whole Grain Wheat Bread on Visceral Fat Obesity in Japanese Subjects: A Randomized Double-Blind Study.” Plant foods for human nutrition (Dordrecht, Netherlands) vol. 73,3 (2018): 161-165. doi:10.1007/s11130-018-0666-1

Menezes, Leidiane A A, et al. “Effects of Sourdough on FODMAPs in Bread and Potential Outcomes on Irritable Bowel Syndrome Patients and Healthy Subjects.” Frontiers in microbiology vol. 9 1972. 21 Aug. 2018, doi:10.3389/fmicb.2018.01972

Parikh, Mihir, et al. “Flaxseed: its bioactive components and their cardiovascular benefits.” American Journal of Physiology. Heart and circulatory physiology vol. 314,2 (2018): H146-H159. doi:10.1152/ajpheart.00400.2017

P, Nirmala Prasadi V, and Iris J Joye. “Dietary Fibre from Whole Grains and Their Benefits on Metabolic Health.” Nutrients vol. 12,10 3045. 5 Oct. 2020, doi:10.3390/nu12103045

Tosh, Susan M, and Nicolas Bordenave. “Emerging science on benefits of whole grain oat and barley and their soluble dietary fibers for heart health, glycemic response, and gut microbiota.” Nutrition Reviews vol. 78, Suppl 1 (2020): 13-20. doi:10.1093/nutrit/nuz085

Chair & Abdominal Exercises In MET Therapy

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Dr Alexander D Jimenez DC, APRN, FNP-BC, CFMP, IFMCP
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Introduction

Everyone, at some point, has some form of physical activity that helps them release the stresses of everyday factors. Whether for athletic training or to keep a healthy lifestyle, exercising for at least 30 minutes to an hour can help promote muscle growth and toning, reducing stress and high blood pressure. However, many individuals would often not be able to find time to exercise, which can lead to many problems in their bodies. When many individuals are physically inactive, it can lead to musculoskeletal pain, weak muscles, and other chronic conditions. To that point, it can make the person miserable and cause disability. Luckily numerous therapies can help reduce the effects of pain-like symptoms associated with physical inactivity and can help restore the body. Today’s article focuses on how MET (muscle energy techniques) therapy uses a chair and abdominal exercises to help promote spinal flexibility, reduce abdominal weakness, and strengthen low back and pelvic muscles. We utilize and incorporate valuable information about our patients to certified medical providers using the chair and abdominal exercises in MET therapy. We encourage and refer patients to associated medical providers based on their findings while supporting that education is a remarkable and fantastic way to ask our providers the essential questions at the patient’s acknowledgment. Dr. Alex Jimenez, D.C., comprises this information as an educational service. Disclaimer

 

Chair Exercises In MET Therapy

 

Are you experiencing muscle pain in specific areas of your body? Do your legs feel tired after a long day at work or when you bend down to pick something up? These musculoskeletal pain symptoms are often caused by physical inactivity, which can cause muscles to become weak and short. This can lead to various health issues related to musculoskeletal pain if not addressed. However, you can help reduce these effects by incorporating everyday objects like a chair into your exercise routine. Research studies have revealed that chair-based exercises can provide cognitive and psychological benefits while reducing the risk of injury. Additionally, using a chair for exercise can improve spinal flexibility.

 

Chair-Based Exercises For Spinal Flexibility

When doing chair-based exercises to enhance spinal flexibility in MET therapy, it’s crucial to ensure that each repetition is pain-free and comfortable. Stick to the recommended sets given by your trainer or physical therapist.

  • Sit in a chair so the feet are planted on the floor, and the palms are resting at the knees. 
  • Lean forward so the chair’s arms support the upper body weight; this allows the elbows to bend outward and the head to hang backward.
  • Hold the position for three deep breaths to allow the lower back to stretch.
  • On exhalation, ease yourself forward until you feel a slight increase in the stretch, not feeling pain, and repeat the three deep breath cycles.
  • Repeat the sequence until you can not go further than you can without discomfort or pain.
  • Return to the chair and rest for a few minutes to allow the lower back muscles to relax.

 

Unlocking Athletic Potential with Chiropractic Care-Video

Unlocking Athletic Potential with Chiropractic Care | El Paso, Tx (2023)

Are you experiencing musculoskeletal problems that are affecting your athletic performance? Do you feel muscle weakness in your abdominals, low back, or pelvis? Or is the right exercise not working out for you? These issues are often associated with physical inactivity and can cause pain. Physical inactivity can be caused by various factors, which can impact your daily life and prevent you from exercising. Fortunately, there are many ways to incorporate physical activity into your healthy lifestyle. Chiropractic care and MET therapy are two treatments that can be combined with physical activity to reduce muscle and joint pain. Research studies have revealed that MET, or muscle energy techniques, are a type of soft tissue treatment that pain specialists use to stretch tight muscles and fascia, mobilize joints, reduce pain, and improve circulation in the lymphatic system. This treatment can help relieve pain and naturally restore the body when combined with exercise. Watch the video above to learn more information about how combining treatments and physical activity can help you kickstart your wellness journey to better health.

Abdominal Exercises In MET Therapy

 

Many people may not be physically active due to weak abdominal muscles, which can cause low back pain in the musculoskeletal system. In the book “Clinical Applications of Neuromuscular Techniques” by Judith Walker DeLany, L.M.T. and Leon Chaitow, N.D., D.O., suggests that combining exercise with MET therapy can help strengthen weak abdominal muscles and even alleviate low back pain. As research studies reveal, this combination can eliminate factors that weaken the abdominal muscles and activate deep and superficial muscles to improve core stability. Below are some abdominal exercises commonly used in MET therapy.

 

Exercises For Abdominal Weakness

  • Lie on a yoga mat or carpeted floor with a pillow under your head.
  • Bend one knee at the hip and hold it with both hands.
  • Inhale and exhale deeply, and pull the knee to the side of the shoulder as far as you can comfortably.
  • Repeat twice and rest the leg on the floor.
  • Repeat the sequence on the other leg.

This exercise sequence helps stretch the numerous abdominals and low back muscles associated with abdominal weakness. Additionally, this exercise sequence helps restore muscle tone in the abdominals and reduce muscle tightness in the back.

Exercises For Low Back & Pelvic Muscles

  • Lie on your back and keep your legs straight.
  • By keeping the low back flat throughout the exercise, inhale and exhale as you draw your right hip toward the shoulders.
  • Allow the left heel to press on the surface and away from you; try to make the left leg longer while keeping the low back flat.
  • Hold this position briefly before inhaling and relaxing, then switch to the other leg.
  • Repeat the sequence for five times on each side.

This exercise sequence helps stretch and tone the muscles along the pelvis and lower back. This exercise is effective for many individuals with low back pain associated with physical inactivity.

 

Conclusion

To prevent musculoskeletal issues from affecting our bodies, it’s important to exercise for at least 30 minutes to an hour daily. Combining physical activities with MET therapy can help stretch and strengthen weakened muscles while promoting natural healing to prevent future problems. Using a chair or doing abdominal exercises can stabilize core muscles and aid natural recovery. Focusing on our health and wellness can lead to a better lifestyle.

 

References

Calatayud, Joaquín, et al. “Tolerability and Muscle Activity of Core Muscle Exercises in Chronic Low-Back Pain.” International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health, 20 Sept. 2019, www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC6801665/.

Chaitow, Leon, and Judith Walker DeLany. Clinical Applications of Neuromuscular Techniques. Churchill Livingstone, 2003.

Furtado, Guilherme Eustáquio, et al. “Combined Chair-Based Exercises Improve Functional Fitness, Mental Well-Being, Salivary Steroid Balance, and Anti-Microbial Activity in Pre-Frail Older Women.” Frontiers in Psychology, 25 Mar. 2021, www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC8026892/.

Thomas, Ewan, et al. “The Efficacy of Muscle Energy Techniques in Symptomatic and Asymptomatic Subjects: A Systematic Review.” Chiropractic & Manual Therapies, 27 Aug. 2019, www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC6710873/.

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Older Athletes and Maintaining Fitness: Functional Wellness Clinic

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Dr Alexander D Jimenez DC, APRN, FNP-BC, CFMP, IFMCP
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Senior woman taking a seat on sport equipment and doing arm muscles strength exercise with help of medical professional

Healthy aging has been linked to a lifestyle consisting of proper nutrition and exercise. However, even with a healthy lifestyle, the body undergoes changes that include conditions, disease, and compromises in physical performance. Because of the effects of aging on muscle and joint tissue, cardiovascular fitness, and other physical parameters, older athletes need to take consideration, but this doesn’t mean slowing down. Injury Medical Chiropractic and Functional Medicine Clinic can develop a training and treatment plan to build and maintain musculoskeletal system health, flexibility, and optimal function.

Older Athletes

Research has shown that the physical and mental declines that go with aging can be reduced with fitness and nutrition programs and that it is not too late to start improving fitness, no matter what age. Systemic changes that happen to an aging body include:

Nervous System

  • Imbalances happen more easily and more often.
  • Sensation changes.

Musculoskeletal System

  • Bone Strength Decreases.
  • Muscle Strength Decreases.
  • Flexibility issues occur more frequently.

Respiratory System

  • Decreased Vital or Breathing Capacity of Lungs – The maximum amount of air that can be exhaled after a full inhalation.

Cardiovascular System

  • Maximum Heart Rate slows down.
  • A slower return to resting heart rate after and during physical activity and exercise.

Maintaining Endurance

Common aging fitness declines include:

  • Changes in body composition.
  • Increased body fat.
  • Decreased muscle mass.
  • Loss of height – can be brought on by osteoporosis.
  • Diminished cardiorespiratory capacity.
  • Muscle atrophy.

Research has found that when seniors start to exercise, their health improves quickly. It’s estimated that the physical declines associated with aging are not necessarily inevitable but can also happen by losing fitness/deconditioning effects from reduced exercise levels, frequency, and/or intensity. Despite the losses, older athletes are often able to compete and excel in endurance activities because they tend to have higher proportions of slow twitch fibers.

Older Athletes and Maintaining Fitness: EP Chiropractic Clinic

Memory and Fitness

  • Evidence suggests that seniors who exercise reduce the physical effects of aging and prevent their brain/memory from advanced degeneration.
  • Physical fitness has been linked with reduced memory decline in middle-aged adults.

Training Options

Training methods to maintain athletic performance.

Hill Running or Interval Training

  • This type of training can improve fitness and condition the aerobic and anaerobic systems.

Weight Training

  • Weight training maintains muscle tone, fast twitch muscle fibers, and strength.

Plyometric exercises

Creatine Supplements

  • Supplements may help improve performance during repetitive, intense exercise sessions.

Nutrition

Aging causes the joints to become less flexible, resulting in a range of motion loss leading to limitations and compromised physical abilities. Proper nutrition in older athletes can protect the joints and prevent advanced degeneration. The following nutrients are recommended:

  • Omega-3’s – nuts, seeds, and fatty fish provide anti-inflammatory effects.
  • Vitamin C for collagen production.
  • Sulfur amino acids – certain vegetables, meat, poultry, fish, and dairy products improve joint cartilage health.
  • Bioflavonoids – all fruit and vegetables provide anti-inflammatory effects and improved circulation.
  • Antioxidants – selenium and vitamin E protect against free radicals that multiply with age.
  • Supplements may also be helpful but check with a doctor before beginning a program.

Move Better, Live Better

References

Gillis, Angela, and Brenda MacDonald. “Deconditioning in the hospitalized elderly.” The Canadian nurse vol. 101,6 (2005): 16-20.

Lexell, J. “Human aging, muscle mass, and fiber type composition.” The Journal of Gerontology. Series A, Biological Sciences and medical sciences vol. 50 Spec No (1995): 11-6. doi:10.1093/gerona/50a.special_issue.11

Marriott, Catherine F S, et al. “High-Intensity Interval Training in Older Adults: a Scoping Review.” Sports medicine – open vol. 7,1 49. 19 Jul. 2021, doi:10.1186/s40798-021-00344-4

Rogers, Michael E et al. “Balance training for the older athlete.” International Journal of sports physical therapy vol. 8,4 (2013): 517-30.

Tayrose, Gregory A et al. “The Master’s Athlete: A Review of Current Exercise and Treatment Recommendations.” Sports Health vol. 7,3 (2015): 270-6. doi:10.1177/1941738114548999

Townsend, Danyelle M et al. “Sulfur-containing amino acids and human disease.” Biomedicine & pharmacotherapy = Biomedicine & pharmacotherapy vol. 58,1 (2004): 47-55. doi:10.1016/j.biopha.2003.11.005

Van Roie, Evelien, et al. “An age-adapted plyometric exercise program improves dynamic strength, jump performance and functional capacity in older men either similarly or more than traditional resistance training.” PloS one vol. 15,8 e0237921. 25 Aug. 2020, doi:10.1371/journal.pone.0237921

Wu, Tingting, and Yanan Zhao. “Associations between functional fitness and walking speed in older adults.” Geriatric nursing (New York, N.Y.) vol. 42,2 (2021): 540-543. doi:10.1016/j.gerinurse.2020.10.003

Biomechanical Self-Help Methods Using MET

By
Dr Alexander D Jimenez DC, APRN, FNP-BC, CFMP, IFMCP
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Introduction

When it comes to our muscles, many of us often don’t stretch each muscle group at least two to three times per week. From waking up in the morning, we stretch our arms, legs, and back to relieve any stiffness or soreness from the previous day. However, many individuals deal with musculoskeletal issues that can affect not only the back and the neck but also the upper and lower extremities of the body, causing pain-like symptoms that can worsen throughout the entire day if not treated right away. When this happens, musculoskeletal pain can lead to overlapping risk problems that can cause the body to be misaligned and dysfunctional. Hence why numerous therapies help reduce the effects of musculoskeletal pain and help restore the body naturally. Today’s article looks at how musculoskeletal pain affects the body and how treatments like MET can be used as self-help methods to reduce musculoskeletal pain. We utilize valuable information about our patients to certified medical providers using MET therapy to relieve musculoskeletal pain by incorporating various exercises and stretches. We encourage and refer patients to associated medical providers based on their diagnosis while supporting that education is a remarkable and fantastic way to ask our providers the essential questions at the patient’s acknowledgment. Dr. Alex Jimenez, D.C., comprises this information as an educational service. Disclaimer

 

Musculoskeletal Pain Affecting The Body

Are you experiencing muscle stiffness or weakness in your back, neck, or shoulders? Do you feel pain when stretching or hunched over due to discomfort? Musculoskeletal pain is a common issue that can interfere with daily activities. Research studies show that this type of pain can cause symptoms that overlap with neuropathic or visceral pain. This means that problems with one muscle or organ in the body can lead to pain in other areas, causing significant discomfort.

 

 

Further research has shown that musculoskeletal pain can originate in the muscle tissues and persist for over three months, affecting many individuals’ social and emotional skills, work productivity, and independence. Several environmental factors like obesity, stress, poor sleep, inadequate nutrition, and lack of physical activity can overwork the muscles and joints, leading to trigger points and muscle strain in the musculoskeletal system, resulting in bodily misalignment.

Improving Athletic Performance Through Chiropractic- Video

Improving Athletic Performance Through Chiropractic | El Paso, Tx (2023)

Are you experiencing pain in specific areas of your body? Does the pain worsen when you are active or when you stretch? These pains are often associated with musculoskeletal issues, which can greatly affect your daily life. Research studies have revealed that musculoskeletal pain can significantly reduce a person’s productivity and job performance. Fortunately, several treatments are available to alleviate musculoskeletal pain and its symptoms. Many people seek chiropractic care or MET therapy to help realign their spine, stretch their muscles, and improve joint mobility. The video above demonstrates how chiropractic care uses manual manipulation to relieve musculoskeletal pain by stretching the muscles and realigning the spine.

MET Self-Help Methods For Musculoskeletal Pain

 

According to a book called “Clinical Applications of Neuromuscular Techniques” by Dr. Leon Chaitow, N.D., D.O., and Dr. Judith Walker DeLany, L.M.T., musculoskeletal pain can cause the soft tissues in the body to shorten and lead to disability. To alleviate the effects of musculoskeletal pain, people often seek the help of pain specialists such as chiropractors or massage therapists. These specialists often use muscle energy techniques (MET) to stretch the soft tissues and muscles and provide relief. Below are some exercises and techniques that are commonly used in MET therapy.

 

MET Neck Relaxation Techniques

The neck comprises soft tissues and is part of the musculoskeletal system. Two relaxation techniques can stretch out the shortened muscles to relieve soreness and stiffness in the scalene muscles. These techniques can help release tightness and improve the neck’s range of motion.

 

Phase 1:

  • Sit close to the table with the elbows and hands resting on the table surface on each side of the face.
  • Turn your head to the right or left as far as you can comfortably in one direction while letting your hands move with your face until you reach a pain-free rotation limit.
  • Afterward, use your left hand as resistance when turning your head to the left while using 25% or less of your strength to build up a force to match the resistance and start turning your head slowly.
  • Hold this push for 7-1o seconds and slowly stop turning your head to the left or right.
  • Return to a neutral position and turn to the right or left again to see how far you can stretch without pain.
  • You should notice the neck stretch is farther than it was previously.

This is known as post-isometric relaxation in MET therapy, as it allows the tight muscles to relax and stretch farther without pain than before.

 

Phase 2:

  • While lying on the table, the hands and elbows should be on the sides of the face.
  • Turn your head to the right to stretch as far as you can comfortably in one direction.
  • Use your right hand as resistance to attempt to turn without pain by using only 25% or less of your strength.
  • Slowly turn your head and maintain the turn and resistance for 7-10 seconds.
  • Slowly stop the resistance effort to see how far your neck can turn without pain. If you are experiencing pain, you use too much strength and reduce the contraction level where no pain is experienced.

This is known as reciprocal inhibition in MET therapy, as it achieves a different release for tight neck muscles.

 

Flexion Exercises Using MET

Flexion exercises in MET therapy help stretch the postural muscles and legs, feeling stiff. This allows spine flexibility while stretching out and reducing mechanical stresses in the surrounding muscles.

  • While sitting on the floor, your legs should be straight out, and your toes pointed towards the ceiling.
  • Bend comfortably as far as you can and grasp one leg with each hand.
  • Hold the position for 30 seconds and do four deep breathing cycles while allowing your head to hang down and relax into the stretch. *You will feel the stretch on your lower back and the back of your legs.
  • As you release during the fourth breathing cycle, ease yourself further down the legs and hold for another 30 seconds.
  • After 30 seconds, slowly return to an upright position by lightly pushing upwards from the hands.

Alternatively, you can bend one leg and do the same sequence on each leg to stretch out any leg muscles that are cramping or stiff. This flexion exercise help reduces pain and prevents trigger points from re-forming in the muscle fibers.

 

Extension Exercises Using MET

The extension exercises in MET therapy help the muscles and joints in the body group to increase movement without pain. This allows the body to be mobile and reduces the effects of musculoskeletal pain.

  • Lie on your stomach on a carpeted floor with a pillow to support your head and neck while your legs are together.
  • Bend your knees as comfortably as possible, and bring your heels towards your backside.
  • Now slowly grasp your legs and gently bend backward as far as possible without pain. Your back should be slightly arched.
  • Lift your head and shoulders gently to increase the arch in your back slowly and without pain.
  • Hold the position for four slow deep breaths, and hold your breath for 15 seconds on the last breathing cycle.
  • As you release, bring your body down slowly, from the legs to the stomach and finally, the shoulders and neck to rest.

This extension exercise, known as the boat position, helps lengthen and stretch the back and leg muscles while reducing pain and restoring mobility in the spine.

 

Conclusion

It is crucial to be aware of musculoskeletal pain in your body, whether in the morning or during work. This type of pain can lead to discomfort in other areas and even impair your ability to function. Fortunately, MET therapy can alleviate musculoskeletal pain by stretching the muscles and tissues and providing immediate relief. By utilizing stretching and physical therapy, you can help your body heal naturally and be more mindful of what triggers pain. Stretching can also prevent future injuries and promote a pain-free lifestyle.

 

References

Buck, Rhiannon, et al. “Working with Musculoskeletal Pain.” Reviews in Pain, June 2009, www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC4590039/.

Chaitow, Leon, and Judith Walker DeLany. Clinical Applications of Neuromuscular Techniques. Churchill Livingstone, 2003.

El-Tallawy, Salah N, et al. “Management of Musculoskeletal Pain: An Update with Emphasis on Chronic Musculoskeletal Pain.” Pain and Therapy, June 2021, www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC8119532/.

Puntillo, Filomena, et al. “Pathophysiology of Musculoskeletal Pain: A Narrative Review.” Therapeutic Advances in Musculoskeletal Disease, 26 Feb. 2021, www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC7934019/.

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Paresthesia: EP Functional Health and Wellness Clinic

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Dr Alexander D Jimenez DC, APRN, FNP-BC, CFMP, IFMCP
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Female physical therapist working with senior man

The nervous system communicates with the entire body and reacts to internal and external changes using electrical and chemical impulses to send and receive messages. Messages travel/synapse from one neuron to another using specialized chemicals known as neurotransmitters. Paresthesia refers to sensations of numbness, tingling, prickling, skin crawling, itching, or burning, usually in the arms, hands, legs, and/or feet, but can affect other areas of the body. Chiropractic care, massage therapy, decompression therapy, and functional medicine can relieve tissue and nerve compression, improve flexibility, range of motion, and mobility, and strengthen the muscles surrounding the affected nerve to maintain optimal health and prevent worsening or further injury.

Paresthesia: EP's Chiropractic Specialist Team

Paresthesia

The sensation comes on without warning and is usually painless and described as tingling or numbness. There are different causes of paresthesia, including:

  • Compressed or pinched nerve.
  • Nerve injury.
  • Nerve damage from diabetes.
  • High levels of vitamin D or other vitamins.
  • High blood pressure.
  • Infection.
  • Fibromyalgia.
  • Multiple sclerosis.
  • Stroke.
  • Tumor in the spinal cord or brain.

Some individuals have chronic or long-term paresthesia, which can be a sign of a more serious nerve injury or condition. Added physical stress can cause surrounding tissues to irritate or entangle the nerve leading to building pressure. This pressure causes paresthesia in the area interrupting circulation and function. A pinched nerve can happen anywhere in the body, like the neck, shoulder, wrist, back, and face.

  • A herniated disc in the lower spine can cause back pain and paresthesia in the leg or foot on the affected side.
  • Carpal tunnel syndrome is a pinched nerve in the wrist that causes numbness and tingling in the hand and fingers.
  • Pinched nerve symptoms can be intermittent or constant.
  • Usually, a temporary sensation is caused when pressure is placed on the affected nerve.
  • Once that pressure is relieved, the discomfort goes away.

Individuals with an Increased Risk

Overuse Injury

  • Individuals with jobs or hobbies requiring repetitive motions are at a higher risk for nerve compression, paresthesia, or injury.
  • Anyone can get a pinched nerve, and most individuals will experience paresthesia at some point.

Prolonged Lying Down

Obesity

  • Extra weight places added pressure on nerves.

Diabetes

  • Diabetes can cause nerve and tissue damage.

Pregnancy

  • Weight and water gain can cause swelling and increase pressure on nerves.

Thyroid Disease

  • This puts individuals at risk for carpal tunnel syndrome.

Rheumatoid arthritis

  • This causes inflammation, which can also compress nerves in the joints.

Diagnosis

To diagnose paresthesis, a doctor will look at the individual’s medical history and ask questions about the symptoms. They will perform a physical examination and, depending on the findings, may recommend tests that can include:

Nerve Conduction Study

  • This measures how fast nerve impulses travel in the muscles.

Electromyography – EMG

  • To look at the electrical activity of how nerves and muscles interact.

Magnetic Resonance Imaging – MRI

  • This looks at the different areas of the body in high definition.

Ultrasound

  • Used to produce images, this can be applied to the smaller areas to look for nerve compression or damage.

Chiropractic

Treatment options depend on the cause of the paresthesia. Body misalignments can cause nerve interference that can lead to health problems such as migraines, or can disrupt nerve communication and block proper circulation. Chiropractic care focuses on treating the nervous system and is a safe and effective method for treating nerve problems that cause discomfort and sensations. After a thorough examination of problem areas, massage, decompression, and chiropractic adjustments will:

  • Realign and restore proper nerve function.
  • Restore proper blood circulation.
  • Increase the function of the body’s systems.
  • Promote optimal levels of health and wellness.

The Science of Motion

References

Bova, Joseph, and Adam Sergent. “Chiropractic management of a 24-year-old woman with idiopathic, intermittent right-sided hemiparesthesia.” Journal of chiropractic medicine vol. 13,4 (2014): 282-6. doi:10.1016/j.jcm.2014.08.002

Christensen, Kim D, and Kirsten Buswell. “Chiropractic outcomes for managing radiculopathy in a hospital setting: a retrospective review of 162 patients.” Journal of chiropractic medicine vol. 7,3 (2008): 115-25. doi:10.1016/j.jcm.2008.05.001

Freihofer, H P Jr. “Parästhesien” [Paresthesia]. Schweizerische Monatsschrift fur Zahnheilkunde = Revue mensuelle suisse d’odonto-stomatologie vol. 89,2 (1979): 124-5.

Karne, Sampada Swapneel, and Nilima Sudhakar Bhalerao. “Carpal Tunnel Syndrome in Hypothyroidism.” Journal of Clinical and diagnostic research: JCDR vol. 10,2 (2016): OC36-8. doi:10.7860/JCDR/2016/16464.7316

The Science of Motion +CHIROPRACTIC CARE+ El Paso, Tx (2023)

By
Dr Alexander D Jimenez DC, APRN, FNP-BC, CFMP, IFMCP
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The Science of Motion +CHIROPRACTIC CARE+ El Paso, Tx (2023)
Join us on an enlightening journey where we explore the principles and techniques behind chiropractic. Discover how we harness the body’s innate ability to heal and restore balance through precise adjustments and manipulation. Gain a deeper understanding of the intricate relationship between the spine, nervous system, and overall well-being. Prepare to be amazed as we unveil the secrets of chiropractic, offering insights into its benefits and potential to optimize your body’s functionality. Join us for this empowering exploration of the science of motion and embrace the possibilities of chiropractic care.

Our care plans are base on Functional Medicine as a systems approach based on biology that focuses on identifying and addressing the root cause of disease. We focus on the paradigm that symptom or differential diagnosis may be one of many contributing factors to an individual’s illness.

This approach shifts from the traditional disease-centered focus of most medical practices to a more holistic person-centered approach.

Our discussions team includes Integrative Doctors, Functional Medicine Experts, Nutritionists, Health Coaches, Chiropractors, Physical Medicine Doctors, Therapists, and Exercise Performance Specialists.
We provide clinical insights, treatment options, and methods to achieve clinically sound, specific measured goals.*

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✅ Stress Hormones & Health
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✅ Musculoskeletal Rehabilitation
✅ Fibromyalgia & Inflammation
✅ Diabetes & Autoimmunity*
✅ Weight Loss
✅ Body Composition Analysis
✅ Thyroid Dysfunction*
✅ Autoimmune Disorder*
✅ Heart Disease & Inflammation*
✅ Agility & Mobility
✅ Injury Recovery Programs
✅ Complex Lower Back Pain Recovery Plans
✅ Severe Sciatica Syndromes
✅ Other Complex Health Challenges
✅ Neutraceutical Recommendations
✅ Advanced Translational Nutrigenomics*
✅ Nutrigenomics, Proteomics, Metabalomics
✅ Care Plans (Advanced Clinical Practice)

We present, bridge, and connect these various health programs, functional medicine protocols, fitness methods, injury recovery programs, and offer complete wellness packages.

To that end, we shed light and offer treatment options and bring a deep understanding of the real underlying causes of those suffering from acute and interconnected chronic degenerative disorders.

Ultimately, we empower you to achieve and maintain your personalized, healthy way of living by understanding the root causes of disorders.

It is all about.

LIVING, LOVING & MATTERING

Join us in improving your health.

Blessings,

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email: [email protected] phone:
phone: 915-850-0900

Licensed in Texas & New Mexico*

Notice: Our information scope is limited to musculoskeletal, physical medicines, wellness, sensitive health issues, functional medicine articles, topics, and discussions. We provide and present talks and clinical collaboration with specialists from a wide array of disciplines. Each specialist in our events is governed by their professional scope of practice and their jurisdiction of licensure.

The information in these events is not intended to replace a one-on-one relationship with a qualified health care professional and is not intended as medical advice.

Our presentations are designed to share knowledge and information from Dr. Jimenez’s research, experience, and collaborative functional medicine community. We encourage you to make your own health care decisions based on your research and partnership with a qualified health care professional.
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MET Treatment Of The Postural Muscles

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Dr Alexander D Jimenez DC, APRN, FNP-BC, CFMP, IFMCP
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Introduction

Many of us are moving around from one location to another. When we are on our feet all the time, it can cause the muscles of the lower extremity to become tight and ache that we need to sit down and rest. When the body is resting, our posture tends to be hunched over, and it causes the postural muscles to over-stretch and cause pain when we get up from our rested position. Whether sitting on the couch or a chair, our posture tends to be reclined where it may seem comfortable, but it causes pain to our musculoskeletal system in our neck, shoulders, and back. To that point, when we get out of the reclined position, it can also affect the legs, calves, and feet. Today’s article focuses on the postural muscles, how postural pain affects the gastrocnemius-soleus muscles, and how MET treatment can help the postural muscles. We utilize valuable information about our patients to certified medical providers using MET treatment to mitigate postural effects on the musculoskeletal system. We encourage and refer patients to associated medical providers based on their diagnosis while supporting that education is a remarkable and fantastic way to ask our providers the essential questions at the patient’s acknowledgment. Dr. Alex Jimenez, D.C., comprises this information as an educational service. Disclaimer

 

What Are The Postural Muscles?

 

Have you been dealing with low back pain? What about feeling a tingling or numbing sensation down your calves or feet? Or do your back muscles constantly ache from sitting down for long periods? Many of these are signs and symptoms that you are experiencing pain in your postural muscles. Studies reveal that the postural muscles interact between the musculoskeletal system and the central nervous system’s afferent and efferent pathways. In the human body, three curves maintain mobility, stability, and balance to resist longitudinal pressures: cervical, thoracic, and lumbar. The postural muscles work with the lower body extremities to support the weight of the upper body extremities. Additional research shows that postural stability and balance control are interlinked with a dynamic process and allow the muscles in the lower portions of the body, like the legs and calf, to help stabilize the upper body’s weight. We will look at the gastrocnemius and soleus muscles as they help maintain good posture, balance, and stability.

 

Postural Pain Affects The Gastrocnemius-Soleus Muscles

Repetitive motions associated with environmental factors can cause the gastrocnemius and soleus muscles to shorten and cause symptoms of muscle weakness, cramping, and instability in calves and legs. The gastrocnemius and soleus muscles have a beautiful relationship as they help form the calf muscles that allow movement and stability to the entire body. Now how would postural pain affect these muscles? According to research studies, when numerous factors start to affect the body’s posture, whether it is prolonged standing, sitting, bending, twisting, or awkward positions, it causes muscle strain to the body, and it can cause negative effects on the surrounding muscles. For example, say you are in an awkward position and start to feel a numbing sensation down to your legs and low back pain. When you release your body from the uncomfortable position, the blood flow and neuron signals will go haywire as the blood tries to get the muscles working again, and the signals are trying to reach back to the brain.

 

The Root Cause Of Pain- Video

The Root Causes of Pain | El Paso, Tx (2023)

Do your legs feel heavy constantly? Are you experiencing balancing issues when walking? Or have you been experiencing pain in your lower back, and it’s traveling down to your legs? If you are dealing with these issues, it could result from postural pain associated with your calves’ gastrocnemius and soleus muscles. Poor posture causes numerous pain-like symptoms, leading to muscle weakness or numbness in the legs and calves. When this happens, it can lead to instability and mobility issues that can turn into chronic conditions if not treated immediately. The video above explains how numerous factors can cause pain, leading to underlying musculoskeletal conditions that can cause the body to be misaligned. Luckily all is not lost, as there are multiple treatments to reduce pain and realign the body out of subluxation. Treatments like MET therapy, chiropractic care, and physical and nutritional therapy can help many individuals with pain-like symptoms. They can help stretch, lengthen, and reduce the effects of postural pain.

MET Treatment On The Postural Muscles

 

When it comes to reducing pain in the postural muscles, many individuals will find ways to treat the pain. In “Clinical Applications of Neuromuscular Techniques,” authors Leon Chaitow, N.D., D.O., and Judith Walker Delany, L.M.T., state that when it comes to reducing pain in both the gastrocnemius and soleus muscles, many pain specialists use muscle energy techniques or MET to help treat the soft tissues that surround the calves by using stretching techniques and isometric contractions to lengthen the shortened muscles that are causing the calves to cramp. Utilizing MET treatment on the postural muscles allows the affected muscles to be stretched gently and, combined with other therapies, can prevent future injuries from reoccurring. Additionally, it will enable the individual to be more mindful of their posture to avoid these issues from escalating.

 

Conclusion

Overall, it is important to ensure that having a good posture can prevent issues from affecting the lower portions of the body and causing pain in the calf muscles. When the calf muscles begin to deal with pain, it can cause the individual to be unstable and lose their balance. Incorporating soft tissue therapies like MET allow the muscles to be stretched and relaxed while restoring blood flow to the legs and help many individuals walk without feeling pain.

 

References

Carini, Francesco, et al. “Posture and Posturology, Anatomical and Physiological Profiles: Overview and Current State of Art.” Acta Bio-Medica : Atenei Parmensis, 28 Apr. 2017, www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC6166197/.

Chaitow, Leon, and Judith Walker DeLany. Clinical Applications of Neuromuscular Techniques. Churchill Livingstone, 2003.

Ludwig, Oliver, et al. “Neuromuscular Performance of Balance and Posture Control in Childhood and Adolescence.” Heliyon, 31 July 2020, www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC7398941/.

Swain, Christopher T V, et al. “No Consensus on Causality of Spine Postures or Physical Exposure and Low Back Pain: A Systematic Review of Systematic Reviews.” Journal of Biomechanics, 26 Mar. 2020, pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/31451200/.

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Move Better, Live Better *Chiropractic Care* | El Paso, Tx (2023)

By
Dr Alexander D Jimenez DC, APRN, FNP-BC, CFMP, IFMCP
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Move Better, Live Better *Chiropractic Care* | El Paso, Tx (2023)
Today we explore the many benefits of chiropractic care for enhanced mobility and function, from reducing pain and stiffness to improving athletic performance and overall well-being. With expert insights and real-life examples, you’ll discover how chiropractic care can help you unlock your body’s full potential and achieve a better, more active life.

Our unique health approach uses functional wellness principles to identify and treat health issues’ potential underlying causes.

Our care plans are base on Functional Medicine as a systems approach based on biology that focuses on identifying and addressing the root cause of disease. We focus on the paradigm that symptom or differential diagnosis may be one of many contributing factors to an individual’s illness.

This approach shifts from the traditional disease-centered focus of most medical practices to a more holistic person-centered approach.

Our discussions team includes Integrative Doctors, Functional Medicine Experts, Nutritionists, Health Coaches, Chiropractors, Physical Medicine Doctors, Therapists, and Exercise Performance Specialists.
We provide clinical insights, treatment options, and methods to achieve clinically sound, specific measured goals.*

Functional & Integrative Health Live Events *

✅ Stress Hormones & Health
✅ Gut Health, Inflammation & Auto-Immunity*
✅ Musculoskeletal Rehabilitation
✅ Fibromyalgia & Inflammation
✅ Diabetes & Autoimmunity*
✅ Weight Loss
✅ Body Composition Analysis
✅ Thyroid Dysfunction*
✅ Autoimmune Disorder*
✅ Heart Disease & Inflammation*
✅ Agility & Mobility
✅ Injury Recovery Programs
✅ Complex Lower Back Pain Recovery Plans
✅ Severe Sciatica Syndromes
✅ Other Complex Health Challenges
✅ Neutraceutical Recommendations
✅ Advanced Translational Nutrigenomics*
✅ Nutrigenomics, Proteomics, Metabalomics
✅ Care Plans (Advanced Clinical Practice)

We present, bridge, and connect these various health programs, functional medicine protocols, fitness methods, injury recovery programs, and offer complete wellness packages.

To that end, we shed light and offer treatment options and bring a deep understanding of the real underlying causes of those suffering from acute and interconnected chronic degenerative disorders.

Ultimately, we empower you to achieve and maintain your personalized, healthy way of living by understanding the root causes of disorders.

It is all about.

LIVING, LOVING & MATTERING

Join us in improving your health.

Blessings,

Dr. Alex Jimenez DC, MSACP, CCST, IFMCP*, CIFM*, CTG*
email: [email protected] phone:
phone: 915-850-0900

Licensed in Texas & New Mexico*

Notice: Our information scope is limited to musculoskeletal, physical medicines, wellness, sensitive health issues, functional medicine articles, topics, and discussions. We provide and present talks and clinical collaboration with specialists from a wide array of disciplines. Each specialist in our events is governed by their professional scope of practice and their jurisdiction of licensure.

The information in these events is not intended to replace a one-on-one relationship with a qualified health care professional and is not intended as medical advice.

Our presentations are designed to share knowledge and information from Dr. Jimenez’s research, experience, and collaborative functional medicine community. We encourage you to make your own health care decisions based on your research and partnership with a qualified health care professional.
We use and discuss functional health & wellness protocols to treat and support the musculoskeletal system’s care for injuries or disorders. Our events, webinars, posts, topics, subjects, and insights cover clinical matters, issues, and issues that relate and support, directly or indirectly, our clinical scope of practice.*

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