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The Microbiome Role In Cardiovascular Disease | Part 1

By
Dr. Alex Jimenez
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Introduction

The body has specific roles for each of the systems that are inside. The musculoskeletal system makes sure that the body is moving, while the central nervous system sends signals from the brain to the rest of the body. The gut system makes sure that the body is getting the nutrients from foods and excreting out the bad toxins out of the body and the cardiovascular system is pumping blood to each of the muscle tissue and organs so the body can function. When chronic illnesses start to affect each of the body’s systems, it can cause many problems that make the body become dysfunctional. In this 2 part series, we will be taking a look at the body’s microbiome and how it plays a role in cardiovascular disease. In part 2, we will discuss how different organisms are associated with cardiovascular disease and how to improve the microbiome’s health. By referring patients to qualified and skilled providers who specialized in cardiovascular services. To that end, and when appropriate, we advise our patients to refer to our associated medical providers based on their examination. We find that education is the key to asking valuable questions to our providers. Dr. Alex Jimenez DC provides this information as an educational service only. Disclaimer

 

Can my insurance cover it? Yes, in case you are uncertain here is the link to all the insurance providers we cover. If you have any questions, please call Dr. Jimenez at 915-850-0900.

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The Microbiome

The best way to describe the body’s microbiome is like a bustling city with people commuting to work. Research shows that the body’s microbiome is entirely unique to individuals and is considered a supporting organ that has many key roles in the body. The microbiota in the body can also help stimulate the body’s immune system to break down compounds, vitamins, and amino acids in the body. With the body’s ability to deal with stressors, the body needs a greater microbial diversity to deal with opportunistic pathogens or dietary perturbations that enter. Individuals with any chronic diseases are more likely to have alterations in the gut microbiome compared to healthy controls and the associations between reduced microbial diversity and illness.

 

Microbiome Diversity Begins at Birth

So in the formation of the gut microbiota, bacterial colonization during birth plays a major role for expecting mothers. Studies have shown that the gut microbiome can influence immunological, endocrine, and neural pathways in infant development. However, there are factors that can affect both the mother and the infant, these include:

  • Premature birth
  • Caesarean section versus vaginal birth
  • Breast milk versus commercial formula

 

The study also shows that when infants are born vaginally will have a gut microbiome that is similar to the mother’s microbiota. In the vaginally-born infant’s microbiota, they will have Lactobacillus, Prevotella, or Sneathia spp in their system, while Caesarean section-born infants are colonized by bacteria found on the skin surface like Staphylococcus, Corynebacterium, and Propionibacterium species in their microbiota. When there is reduced bacterial diversity of the infant’s intestinal flora was associated with increased risk of allergic sensitization, allergic rhinitis, and peripheral blood eosinophilia.

 

Factors to Influence Microbiome Diversity

 

There are actually many factors that can influence the gut microbiota diversity in the body, studies have found that when the gut microbiota is being established early in the life stage and can be altered through various factors that influence the homeostasis and diversity of the microbiota. The factors that can influence the gut include:

  • External influences: Diets, lifestyle, illnesses
  • Health & diseases: The density, diversity, and activity of the gut bacteria
  • Internal host properties: Age, genetics, stress

 

When there are factors that can influence the gut microbiota,s sometimes it can cause dysbiosis if there are illnesses that can affect the gut. Studies show that the mechanics that influence dysbiosis in the gut microbiota can cause intestinal disorders like IBS, metabolic syndrome, and cardiovascular disease.

HCTP Research

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As a form of regenerative medicine, HCTP therapy can help the body heal faster by regenerating diseased cells, organs, and tissues back to their original forms.  Both international and national affiliated clinics provide HCTP therapy services to individuals that are suffering from chronic illnesses that are affecting the body’s microbiome.

Cardiovascular Disease and The Microbiome

 

Since cardiovascular disease is one of the leading causes of mortality, it can actually cause the gut microbiota to be on the verge of dysbiosis in the body. Studies have shown that the intestinal microbiota and the body’s host interact and play a critical role in regulating human physiology. When there are deleterious changes that change the microbiota, it can cause imbalances and even activate multiple pathways in the body for cardiovascular disease risk factors to pop up. This will cause intestinal inflammation if the risk factors are not treated and even cause an increased circulation of bacterial structure components and microbial metabolites in the body to progress the development of cardiovascular diseases.

 

Cardiovascular Symptoms Affecting The Microbiome

When there are changes that affect the gut microbiome due to cardiovascular disease, the symptoms from CVD actually go hand in hand with gut dysbiosis. Studies have found that heart failure and impaired intestinal barrier function are the results of bacterial translocation and with its presence, it can circulate and heightened the gut’s inflammatory state. Other symptoms that cardiovascular disease and gut dysbiosis have in common include:

 

Conclusion

All in all, cardiovascular disease and the body’s microbiome are connected when it comes to chronic symptoms that are affecting the body. By eating a healthier diet, exercising regularly, and taking multi-vitamins and supplements that can lower the risk of cardiovascular diseases and can help flourish the microbiota’s beneficial bacteria to flourish in the gut. By lowering the risk of chronic symptoms, the body can begin the healing process, and the individual can begin living their best lives.

 

References

Carding, Simon, et al. “Dysbiosis of the Gut Microbiota in Disease.” Microbial Ecology in Health and Disease, Co-Action Publishing, 2 Feb. 2015, www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC4315779/.

Hasan, Nihal, and Hongyi Yang. “Factors Affecting the Composition of the Gut Microbiota, and Its Modulation.” PeerJ, PeerJ Inc., 16 Aug. 2019, www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC6699480/.

Medical Professionals, HSPH. “The Microbiome.” The Nutrition Source, 1 May 2020, www.hsph.harvard.edu/nutritionsource/microbiome/.

Novakovic, Marko, et al. “Role of Gut Microbiota in Cardiovascular Diseases.” World Journal of Cardiology, Baishideng Publishing Group Inc, 26 Apr. 2020, www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC7215967/.

Tang, W H Wilson, et al. “Gut Microbiota in Cardiovascular Health and Disease.” Circulation Research, U.S. National Library of Medicine, 31 Mar. 2017, www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC5390330/.

Yang, Irene, et al. “The Infant Microbiome: Implications for Infant Health and Neurocognitive Development.” Nursing Research, U.S. National Library of Medicine, 2016, www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC4681407.

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Neuroregeneration: Growing Nerve Cells

By
Dr. Alex Jimenez
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Side view of a female physiotherapist showing and pointing the spinal hernia to patient in reception.

Neuroregeneration could become an option for spinal cord injury treatments in the future. A spinal cord injury or SCI is when there is damage to the bundle of nerves and cells that send and receive signals from the brain and body. A spinal cord injury can be caused by direct trauma/injury to the cord or damage to the tissue and vertebrae. The damage can result in temporary or permanent changes in:

  • Sensation
  • Movement
  • Strength
  • Body function/s below the injury site.

There are incomplete and complete injuries. Injuries that cause limited or no cell death can achieve a full recovery. Injuries that are more serious and/or are higher on the spinal cord can cause permanent damage and/or paralysis. Automobile crashes, accidents, and serious falls are the most common causes of spinal cord injuries.

  • An incomplete injury means the cord can still transmit messages, but there is interference/disturbance.
  • A complete injury means communication and motor function/voluntary body movement is not transmitting.

Neuroregeneration: Growing Nerve Cells

Symptoms

Symptoms of a spinal cord injury include:

  • Unnatural or awkward positioning of the spine or head.
  • Pain or pressure in the head, neck, or back.
  • Numbness
  • Tingling
  • Loss of or changes in sensation in the hands and feet.
  • Problems with walking.
  • Weakness or inability to move parts of the body.
  • Loss of movement.
  • Paralysis can occur immediately or develop over time as swelling and bleeding affect the cord.
  • Loss of bladder and bowel control.
  • Changes in sexual function.
  • Difficulty breathing.

SCI Damage Control

A spinal cord injury affects the central nervous system, the body’s central headquarters. Damage can cause complications through what’s called the secondary injury cascade, which is a series of chemical reactions the body activates to help the situation. However, if the chemical response does not stop and stays active, it can worsen the injury. The body recognizes that an emergency has occurred and tries to go into a shut-down mode that kills off some of the cells in the central nervous system. When a spinal injury happens, treatment focuses on stopping the damage as quickly as possible to stop the injury cascade and prevent as much cell death as possible. This act is called neuropreservation, meaning that the team is trying to preserve and save as many nerve cells as possible.

Injury Neuroregeneration Treatment Studies

While current treatment primarily focuses on stopping as much damage as possible then going through physical therapies to maintain spinal alignment and rehabilitate the body, the future of injury treatment is looking towards regrowing and repairing the damaged nerve cells through a process known as neuroregeneration. Repairing nerves that have been damaged could change life for many. Neuroregeneration Treatments being studied include:

Surgery

  • A study in The Lancet Neurology presents how getting surgery as soon as possible after an injury can provide significant benefits.
  • The findings could change all of the guidelines for spinal cord injury.

Medication

  • A study on Riluzole, a medication that has shown promise to slow down nerve cell damage.
  • A team completed a randomized controlled trial for the medication; soon, the final results will be available.

Antibody treatment

Antibodies are being studied in two ways.

  • To stop nerve cells from being damaged.
  • To help damaged nerve cells regenerate.

Stem cells

  • Scientists are studying ways to grow new nerve cells from an individual’s stem cells without the need for embryonic stem cells.
  • Specialized stem cells could also be used to help other nerve cells regenerate.

Electrical stimulation

  • Another approach is using electrical stimulation to restore function in the spinal cord.
  • Therapy that could help a paralyzed individual walk again.

The Future of Neuroregeneration

Aside from early surgery intervention, most neuroregenerative treatments are not ready or accessible yet. There’s still much more research before it can become a mainstream treatment option. Treatment that involves regenerating nerve cells will take longer than a treatment designed to protect nerve cells. However, more clinical trials are expected to be done in the next few years, with stem cell therapies taking the longest. Some of these therapies could be ready to be used on actual patients in 5-10 years.

Body Composition

The Importance of Measuring Body Composition

Most diet and fitness programs focus on weight loss or gain. However, they tend to overlook that individuals have completely different body compositions. Body composition describes the amount of:

  • Fat
  • Bone
  • Water
  • Muscle
  • In the body.

Measuring body composition can tell a body’s unique makeup and help identify areas to work on to improve overall health and wellness. Body composition analysis provides a snapshot of an individual’s health/fitness levels to help achieve health goals from the inside out.

References

Aguilar, Juan et al. “Spinal cord injury immediately changes the state of the brain.” The Journal of neuroscience: the Official Journal of the Society for Neuroscience vol. 30,22 (2010): 7528-37. doi:10.1523/JNEUROSCI.0379-10.2010

Badhiwala, Jetan H; Wilson, Jefferson R; Witiw, Christopher D; et al. (February 2021). The Lancet Neurology Vol. 20, No. 2, P. 117. The Influence of Timing of Surgical Decompression for Acute Spinal Cord Injury: A Pooled Analysis of Individual Patient Data. DOI: 10.1016/S1474-4422(20)30406-3

Chari, Aswin et al. “Surgical Neurostimulation for Spinal Cord Injury.” Brain sciences vol. 7,2 18. 10 Feb. 2017, doi:10.3390/brainsci7020018

Nutritional Food Groups To Prevent Cardiovascular Disease | Part 2

By
Dr. Alex Jimenez
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Introduction

Finding the right set of nutritional supplements and foods is hard when trying to go for a healthier lifestyle. For individuals that are trying to prevent cardiovascular diseases from rising in their bodies, finding the right amount of nutritional foods that can not only lower the risk of cardiovascular disease but also provide them a healthier lifestyle that they can take. With the right combination of nutritional food that is being eaten the cells in the body are getting the vitamins and minerals that the body needs to function. In this 2 part series, we will be taking a look at how different food groups can help prevent cardiovascular disease in the body. Part 1 discussed how different nutritional diets can help prevent cardiovascular disease. By referring patients to qualified and skilled providers who specialized in cardiovascular services. To that end, and when appropriate, we advise our patients to refer to our associated medical providers based on their examination. We find that education is the key to asking valuable questions to our providers. Dr. Alex Jimenez DC provides this information as an educational service only. Disclaimer

 

Can my insurance cover it? Yes, in case you are uncertain here is the link to all the insurance providers we cover. If you have any questions, please call Dr. Jimenez at 915-850-0900.

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Food Groups That Prevent Cardiovascular Disease

When it comes to figuring out the right kinds of food to help prevent any kind of diseases that can affect the body, it is best to go back to the food pyramid and figure out which of the food groups can help give that nutritional boost that the body needs. By looking into each food group and talking with a nutritionist, a person can get the best options of what their body needs, and not only that if they have any ailments that might affect them, the small changes in the food that is being consumed can help dampen the issues that were causing them pain.

 

Proteins

 

When it comes to protein, the body needs it in order to grow muscles and help the tissues feel good. Sadly though eating a high meat protein can actually increase the risk of cardiovascular diseases and that is not good. However, research studies have found that consuming lean meat protein can actually lower the risk of cardiovascular diseases and still provide the nutrients to fuel the body’s muscles. By having lean meats into a diet can provide beneficial results that can not only lower the risk of cardiovascular diseases but also provide the body with lower insulin resistance.

 

Dairy

Dairy products, like milk, cheese, and yogurt can not only provide protein and calcium that the body needs for strong bones but can help lower cardiovascular diseases. Studies have found that individuals that consume low-fat or fat-free dairy products can lower symptoms of blood pressure, total cholesterol, and LDL cholesterol. By consuming low-fat dairy products, the body will be absorbing bioactive dairy peptides and specific micronutrients that are important for body growth and bone health as well.

 

Fats and Oils

 

When it comes to fats and oils to be included in a person’s diet, it is important to choose the right oils and fats when cooking a heart-healthy meal that is delicious and nutritious. Studies have found that by replacing saturated fats and oils with unsaturated can lower low-density lipoprotein cholesterol, which is the cause of atherosclerosis. Finding a moderate-fat diet in which unsaturated fatty acids replace SFAs, and CHO is not increased, seems to be most preferred for cardiovascular health. And when trying to find the right oils and fats to cook with, research shows that monounsaturated fats and polyunsaturated fats are excellent due to being plant-based and if they contain omega-3 fatty acids, that can not only help dampen the effects of inflammation but is heart-healthy as well.

 

Carbohydrates & Sugars

By limiting the intake of carbohydrates that are being consumed can help prevent the risk of cardiovascular disease from rising up. Studies show that the role of carbohydrates and sugars can cause the body to produce glycemic index and glycemic load that can increase the symptoms that are associated with cardiovascular disease. However, incorporating fiber-riched foods like cooked dry beans, whole grains, dairy products fruits, and vegetables are carbohydrates that can help fuel active people as their primary energy source as studies show. Even swapping refined sugars with honey can help improve sugar levels. Honey is rich with polyphenols shown to exhibit several biological activities: antimicrobial, anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, cardioprotective properties, and anticancer.

 

Fruits & Vegetables

Adding a variety of fruits and vegetables can help individuals lower their risk of cardiovascular diseases. Many fruits & vegetable intake that are greater than 5 servings/day are associated with the lowest risk of cardiovascular diseases in the body. Studies show that there are specific vegetables that contain high levels of specific nutrients and phytochemicals that can help reduce the risk of cardiovascular disease symptoms. Leafy greens, cruciferous vegetables, bright color vegetables are excellent for the heart.

 

 

When it comes to fruits, studies show that a high intake of apples, pears, and citrus fruits can also prevent cardiovascular diseases from rising in the body and are riched with beta-carotene, magnesium, potassium, and fiber; which the body needs. By consuming fruits and vegetables, research studies have stated that colorful fruits and vegetables have a protective effect against coronary heart disease and the body can take those nutrients and vitamins to each of the systems that need them.

HCTP Research

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In both international and national affiliated clinics and distribution organizations use HCTP therapy for individuals who are suffering from chronic illnesses like cardiovascular diseases. HCTP therapy helps boost the body’s natural healing process by repairing diseased tissue and organs. Since HCTP therapy is a form of regenerative medicine, it uses the body’s own raw material to help regenerate damaged cells.

Conclusion

All in all, choosing from each of the food groups can help lower the risk of cardiovascular disease and even help the body with staying healthy. With the mix of proper nutrition and a healthy lifestyle going hand in hand, a person can get their life back together and continue with their wellness journey without worrying about what is causing their body pain. When the body becomes dysfunctional and develops chronic illnesses over time, a person will become miserable and unhappy. By making small changes to eating healthier and sticking to that mindset, a person can begin to feel great and pain-free.

 

References

Aune, Dagfinn, et al. “Fruit and Vegetable Intake and the Risk of Cardiovascular Disease, Total Cancer and All-Cause Mortality-A Systematic Review and Dose-Response Meta-Analysis of Prospective Studies.” International Journal of Epidemiology, Oxford University Press, 1 June 2017, www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC5837313/.

Blekkenhorst, Lauren C, et al. “Cardiovascular Health Benefits of Specific Vegetable Types: A Narrative Review.” Nutrients, MDPI, 11 May 2018, www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC5986475/.

Clifton, Peter M. “Protein and Coronary Heart Disease: The Role of Different Protein Sources.” Current Atherosclerosis Reports, U.S. National Library of Medicine, Dec. 2011, pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/21912836.

Fontecha, Javier, et al. “Milk and Dairy Product Consumption and Cardiovascular Diseases: An Overview of Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analyses.” Advances in Nutrition (Bethesda, Md.), U.S. National Library of Medicine, 1 May 2019, pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/31089735/.

Joshipura, K J, et al. “The Effect of Fruit and Vegetable Intake on Risk for Coronary Heart Disease.” Annals of Internal Medicine, U.S. National Library of Medicine, June 2001, pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/11412050/.

Livesey, Geoffrey, and Helen Livesey. “Coronary Heart Disease and Dietary Carbohydrate, Glycemic Index, and Glycemic Load: Dose-Response Meta-Analyses of Prospective Cohort Studies.” Mayo Clinic Proceedings. Innovations, Quality & Outcomes, Elsevier, 26 Feb. 2019, www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC6410335/.

Medical Professionals, Cleveland Clinic. “Heart-Healthy Oils: What You Need to Know.” Cleveland Clinic, 1 Oct. 2019, my.clevelandclinic.org/health/articles/16031-heart-healthy-oils-what-you-need-to-know.

Sacks, Frank M, et al. “Dietary Fats and Cardiovascular Disease: A Presidential Advisory from the American Heart Association.” Circulation, U.S. National Library of Medicine, 15 June 2017, pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/28620111/.

Slavin, Joanne, and Justin Carlson. “Carbohydrates.” Advances in Nutrition (Bethesda, Md.), American Society for Nutrition, 14 Nov. 2014, www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC4224210/.

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Nutritional Diets To Prevent Cardiovascular Disease | Part 1

By
Dr. Alex Jimenez
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Introduction

The cardiovascular system is consisting of the heart, the arteries, blood vessels, and the blood itself. This system makes sure that oxygenated blood is being pumped and transported from the heart to the rest of the body. However, when chronic illnesses like cardiovascular diseases start to affect the body and start to target the heart, it can cause the body to be dysfunctional and over time cause many problems like inflammation or high blood pressure that can cause a person to be miserable. In this 2 part series, we will be taking a look at diets that can help prevent cardiovascular disease in the body. Part 2 will be looking at different nutritional food that can help lower the risk of cardiovascular disease. By referring patients to qualified and skilled providers who specialized in cardiovascular services. To that end, and when appropriate, we advise our patients to refer to our associated medical providers based on their examination. We find that education is the key to asking valuable questions to our providers. Dr. Alex Jimenez DC provides this information as an educational service only. Disclaimer

 

Can my insurance cover it? Yes, in case you are uncertain here is the link to all the insurance providers we cover. If you have any questions, please call Dr. Jimenez at 915-850-0900.

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What Is Cardiovascular Disease?

Cardiovascular disease is a cluster of conditions that can affect the heart. When there are unwanted pathogens that entered the body and start to cause problems it can lead to chronic problems developing over time. Research studies have shown that some of the symptoms of cardiovascular disease vary from males and females but they include:

Sometimes even if a person is getting a routine check-up from their primary physician, the diagnosis of that person having cardiovascular disease can be found.

 

Diets To Prevent Cardiovascular Disease

When the body starts to feel dysfunctional and a person is wanting to get their health and wellness back, maintaining a healthy diet can provide beneficial results in the body. When making the switch to eating healthier, it can be hard at first due to eliminating all the unhealthy foods that are so good yet so bad. However, if a person has cardiovascular disease and wants to make a change to prevent the symptoms from rising, having a heart-healthy diet can provide beneficial properties to their health and well-being.

 

The Guidelines

Taking the first step to live a healthier lifestyle can be difficult but here are some of the guidelines to make the transition easier for people that want to improve their health.

  • Follow a healthy eating pattern: All food and beverage choices matter. By choosing a healthy eating pattern at an appropriate calorie level can help achieve and maintain a healthy body weight, support nutrient adequacy, and reduce the risk of chronic disease.
  •  Focus on variety, nutrient density, and amount: By meeting the nutrient needs within the calorie limits, it is best to choose a variety of nutrient-dense foods across and within all food groups in recommended amounts.
  • Limit added sugars, saturated fats, and sodium intake: Cut back and limit eating added sugars, saturated fats, and sodium intake from food and beverages that contain these components to fit within healthy eating patterns.
  • Shift to healthier food and beverage choices: By choosing nutrient-dense foods and beverages that are in all the food groups in place of the unhealthy choices. Consider cultural and personal preferences to make these shifts easier to accomplish and maintain.
  • Support healthy eating patterns for all: Everybody has a role to help create and support healthy eating patterns in multiple settings.

 

Mediterranean Diet

 

Research studies have shown that the Mediterranean diet emphasizes fruit, vegetables, grains, nuts, legumes, dairy, olive oil; small amounts of poultry, fish, red meat, red wine and can help reduce the risk of coronary heart disease. Other studies have shown that the Mediterranean diet has been associated with reducing the risk of the body developing acute coronary syndromes that are in diabetes, being physically inactive, and cardiovascular factors.

 

Mediterranean Diet Benefits

Some of the other beneficial factors that the Mediterranean diet can provide not just for the cardiovascular system, but also for the body itself. By consuming the Mediterranean diet, it can help lower blood pressure while also improving the serum lipids in the body by lowering TC, LDL, TG, increasing HDL, lowering oxLDL and Lp(a). Improves LDL size and decreases LDL-P to a less atherogenic profile. Other beneficial properties that the Mediterranean diet can provide include:

  •  Improves T2DM and dysglycemia
  • Improves oxidative defense and reduces oxidative stress: F-2 isoprostanes and 8-Oxo-2′-deoxyguanosine (8OHDG)
  • Reduces inflammation: lowers (high sensitivity C reactive protein) hsCRP, interleukin – 6 (IL6), soluble vascular cell adhesion molecule (sl-VCAM), and soluble cell adhesion molecule (sI-CAM)
  •  Reduces thrombosis and factor VII after meals
  • Decreases brain natriuretic peptide (BNP)
  • Increases nitrates/nitrites
  • Improves membrane fluidity
  • Reduces MI, CHD, and CVA
  • Reduces homocysteine

 

DASH Diet

The Dietary Approach to Stop Hypertension or the DASH diet is a healthy-eating plan that is designed to help treat and prevent high blood pressure in the body. Research studies show that the DASH diet emphasizes the daily intake of fruits, vegetables, whole grains, beans, fiber, LF dairy products, poultry,
fish, seeds, and nuts, but limiting red meat, sweets, and sugar-containing beverages. Not only that but the DASH diet also makes sure that the individual has an increased intake of potassium, magnesium, and calcium but has a variable restriction in dietary sodium.

 

DASH Diet Benefits

One of the benefits that the DASH diet can provide to the body is that it can help lower hypertension in the body. Studies have found that the beneficial dietary patterns from the DASH diet have been recognized by the USDA and the NHLBI for reducing diabetes and cardiovascular risks. Other beneficial properties that the DASH diet provides include:

  • Decreasing the effects of low-density lipoprotein-cholesterol (LDL-C)
  • Reduce hypertension
  • Reduce the risk of a stroke
  • Reduces cardiovascular disease factors from rising

 

Paleo Diet

 

The paleo diet or the cavemen’s diet is a dietary plan that is based on food that are eaten during the Paleolithic era. Research shows that the Paleo diet consists of lean meats. fish, fruits, vegetables, nuts, and seeds. Other studies also show that the Paleo diet provides high contents of protein, micronutrients, and fiber while also having a lower caloric intake from carbohydrates and refined fats. The studies also mentioned that the positive effect of the Paleo diet is that this diet is much healthier than the Western diet.

 

Paleo Diet Benefits

Some of the beneficial factors that the Paleo diet can provide is that it can help improve the cardiovascular and metabolic syndrome markers in the body. Other beneficial factors that the Paleo diet can provide include:

 

HCTP Research

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HCTP therapy is a form of regenerative medicine that helps speed up the body’s natural healing process by repairing and regenerating damaged cells, organs, and tissues back to their original forms. Affiliated clinics and distribution organizations (both internationally and nationally) can provide HCTP therapy services to individuals that are suffering from chronic diseases like cardiovascular disease.

Conclusion

All in all, heart health is very important in preventing the risk of cardiovascular diseases from rising up. By making small changes in a person’s lifestyle, anyone can begin their health and wellness journey with the right tools and motivation to start. By regularly exercising, eating nutritional foods, and changing their lifestyles, the body will begin to heal properly from the inside out, plus the individual will notice that they have more energy throughout the day.

 

References

Chiavaroli, Laura, et al. “Dash Dietary Pattern and Cardiometabolic Outcomes: An Umbrella Review of Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analyses.” Nutrients, MDPI, 5 Feb. 2019, www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC6413235/.

Dontas, Anastasios S, et al. “Mediterranean Diet and Prevention of Coronary Heart Disease in the Elderly.” Clinical Interventions in Aging, Dove Medical Press, 2007, www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC2684076/.

Ghaedi, Ehsan, et al. “Effects of a Paleolithic Diet on Cardiovascular Disease Risk Factors: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis of Randomized Controlled Trials.” Advances in Nutrition (Bethesda, Md.), Oxford University Press, 1 July 2019, www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC6628854/.

Martínez-González , Miguel A, et al. “The Mediterranean Diet and Cardiovascular Health.” Circulation Research, U.S. National Library of Medicine, Mar. 2019, pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/30817261/.

Medical Staff, Mayo Clinic. “Heart Disease.” Mayo Clinic, Mayo Foundation for Medical Education and Research, 9 Feb. 2021, www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/heart-disease/symptoms-causes/syc-20353118.

Medical Staff, Mayo Clinic. “How to Dash and Dine.” Mayo Clinic, Mayo Foundation for Medical Education and Research, 25 June 2021, www.mayoclinic.org/healthy-lifestyle/nutrition-and-healthy-eating/in-depth/dash-diet.

Medical Staff, Mayo Clinic. “Paleo Diet: Eat like a Cave Man and Lose Weight?” Mayo Clinic, Mayo Foundation for Medical Education and Research, 25 Aug. 2020, www.mayoclinic.org/healthy-lifestyle/nutrition-and-healthy-eating/in-depth/paleo-diet/art-20111182.

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Post Spine Surgery Physical Therapy

By
Dr. Alex Jimenez
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Mature woman doing table exercises for coordination improving with help of professional therapist during stroke rehabilitation in medical center

Post spine surgery physical therapy or PT is the next phase after a discectomy, laminectomy, fusion, etc., to gain optimal mobility and ease the transition for a full recovery. A chiropractor and physical therapist team will help with proper muscle training and activation, pain and inflammation relief, postural training, exercises, stretches, and educate the individual on an anti-inflammatory diet. Physical therapy post spine surgery reduces:

  • Scar tissue
  • Inflammation
  • Muscle weakness
  • Muscle tightness
  • Joint stiffness

Post Spine Surgery Physical Therapy

The therapy also identifies and treats any issues that caused or contributed to the spinal damage/injury. A study found physical therapy to improve postoperative ambulation, pain, disability, and decreased surgical complications.

Post Spine Surgery Physical Therapy Goals

Physical therapy goals are to return the individual to full function before chronic pain or injury. These include:

  • Decrease pain and stress around the surgical site.
  • Loosen and stretch the muscles surrounding the surgical site.
  • Strengthen the back and neck muscles.
  • Stabilize the back and neck muscles.
  • Learn to move around safely.
  • Prepare for everyday physical activities like standing up or sitting down, lifting, and carrying objects.
  • Improve posture.

The therapy team will develop a customized treatment/rehabilitation plan as well as post-surgical recovery at home to help the individual and family to understand what to expect, including psychological factors like not wanting to perform the exercises or stretches to avoid pain, frustration, anger, depression, and wanting to give up. However, individuals can maximize the benefits to ensure an optimal outcome before surgery by pre-conditioning identifying structural and functional issues contributing to the injury.

Physical Therapy Involves

Therapy can be done at home, in a hospital or rehab setting, or at a chiropractic/physical therapy clinic. Therapists use:

  • Massage
  • Heat or cold therapy
  • Thermotherapy
  • Electrotherapy
  • Ultrasound

Also included are active therapies like:

  • Therapeutic stretches
  • Therapeutic mobility exercises
  • Therapeutic resistance training

A physical therapy session can last 45 minutes to an hour. It’s essential to discuss hopes and expectations post-surgery and after the therapy has finished. The therapists will explain the healing process, the treatment progression, and any questions a patient may have. Understanding the treatment process will help the individual want to engage in the treatment plan. The therapist team will also interface with the surgeon to prevent adverse outcomes.

Optimal Health

The physical therapy team will help the individual feel better with each session and stay motivated. Having a solid relationship with the therapy team makes it easier to share goals, worries, and challenges that the team can adapt to as progress is made. To gain the most from the therapy:

  • Try working with a therapist that the surgeon recommends can be helpful as they already have a working relationship.
  • Keep communication open between the surgeon and team.
  • Adhere to any precautions and restrictions set by the surgeon and therapy team.
  • Maintain recommended exercises at home between sessions.
  • Ease into activity and avoid overexertion.

Post spine surgery physical therapy helps accelerate the healing process and serves to help individuals regain their quality of life.

Body Composition

Power Of Protein

Protein is an essential component of muscle development, bone density, muscle mass, and lean tissue when building a healthy body. Protein is necessary for all the body’s physiological functions.

References

Adogwa, Owoicho et al. “Assessing the effectiveness of routine use of postoperative in-patient physical therapy services.” Journal of spine surgery (Hong Kong) vol. 3,2 (2017): 149-154. doi:10.21037/jss.2017.04.03

Atlas, S J, and R A Deyo. “Evaluating and managing acute low back pain in the primary care setting.” Journal of general internal medicine vol. 16,2 (2001): 120-31. doi:10.1111/j.1525-1497.2001.91141.x

Gellhorn, Alfred Campbell et al. “Management patterns in acute low back pain: the role of physical therapy.” Spine vol. 37,9 (2012): 775-82. doi:10.1097/BRS.0b013e3181d79a09

Jack, Kirsten et al. “Barriers to treatment adherence in physiotherapy outpatient clinics: a systematic review.” Manual therapy vol. 15,3 (2010): 220-8. doi:10.1016/j.math.2009.12.004

Lindbäck, Yvonne et al. “PREPARE: Pre-surgery physiotherapy for patients with degenerative lumbar spine disorder: a randomized controlled trial protocol.” BMC musculoskeletal disorders vol. 17 270. 11 Jul. 2016, doi:10.1186/s12891-016-1126-4

Preventing Cardiovascular Disease & Vascular Aging | Part 2

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Dr. Alex Jimenez
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Introduction

The heart is part of the cardiovascular system that makes sure that the blood is being pumped through the arteries and going to each organ system and muscle tissue. The blood also carries oxygen, nutrients, and hormones to each of the different systems and makes sure that they are doing their job properly. When there are unwanted pathogens that enter the body and disrupt the cardiovascular system, it can cause the arteries and blood vessels to be damaged. These problems, if not treated, can develop into chronic illnesses like inflammation, high blood pressure, oxidative stress over time. In this 2 part series, we will be taking a look at the cardiovascular system and its functions, what is cardiovascular disease and how to prevent it. Part 1 took a look at what is the vascular system, its function, and discussed what vascular aging is. By referring patients to qualified and skilled providers who specialized in cardiovascular services. To that end, and when appropriate, we advise our patients to refer to our associated medical providers based on their examination. We find that education is the key to asking valuable questions to our providers. Dr. Jimenez DC provides this information as an educational service only. Disclaimer

 

Can my insurance cover it? Yes, in case you are uncertain here is the link to all the insurance providers we cover. If you have any questions, please call Dr. Jimenez at 915-850-0900.

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What Is The Cardiovascular System?

 

The cardiovascular system is made up of the heart, blood vessels, and the blood itself in the body. Its main purpose is to transport the nutrients and oxygen-riched blood all over the body. Research shows that the cardiovascular system is responsible for different parts of the body and has two blood circulatory systems in the body that are responsible for the blood being transported throughout the body. The first system is the systemic circulatory system and this is the main system that transports blood to the organs and tissues throughout the body. The second system is the pulmonary circulatory system and this system helps move the blood between the heart and the lungs. The pulmonary circulatory system makes sure that oxygen is entering the blood cells while carbon dioxide is leaving the blood cells in the body.

 

Cardiovascular Function

One of the most important things the cardiovascular system does is that the blood continues to flow throughout the body. Research shows that the main function of the cardiovascular system is that it makes sure that the body receives oxygen, nutrients, and hormones from the respected organ system and gets rid of the unnecessary toxins out of the body. Another function that the cardiovascular system provides is a continuous blood flow day and night. So if the individual is either awake or asleep, the heart will continue to circulate the blood flow throughout the body. The cardiovascular system also helps the body gets the necessary nutrients so the organs can do their job and keep the body’s temperature at a normal level.

 

What Is Cardiovascular Disease?

 

Since the cardiovascular system is made up of the heart and blood vessels, when there are unwanted pathogens that start affecting the cardiovascular system, it can cause an abundance of problems. Research has found that cardiovascular disease can cause by physical inactivity, an unhealthy diet, oxidative stress, metabolic syndrome, and hypertension are some of the factors that can cause cardiovascular disease to the body. Cardiovascular diseases are related to increased oxidative stress and decreased oxidative defense in the body. Another study also found that cardiovascular diseases are a relative risk factor that is age-adjusted and can affect middle-aged adults all the way to older adults.

 

Cardiovascular Disease Symptoms

Depending on what type of cardiovascular disease a person has, the signs and symptoms can vary. Research shows that cardiovascular diseases can be different in both males and females as some of the symptoms include:

 

Cardiovascular Disease & Stress

Stress can affect the body’s response time and can trigger the body both externally or internally. Studies have found that when there is a physiological reaction to psychological stress it can act as a trigger for cardiac events. If the stress response turns chronic in the body it can cause cardiovascular diseases to progress even further into the body. Other studies have shown that if there is chronic stress in the body, it can actually worsen the health behaviors of the cardiovascular system and can cause a rise in chronic symptoms like inflammation, a rise of oxidative stressors, and can cause a person to have a heart attack without even them knowing it.

 

Preventing Cardiovascular Disease

All is not lost as there are ways to prevent cardiovascular disease from progressing further and to boost the heart’s health. Research studies have provided information that can help an individual boost their heart health but also make their body feels good. Some of the ways to boost the heart include:

 

Conclusion

All in all, taking care of the cardiovascular system is important since the heart makes sure to pump blood to each of the organ systems and the muscle tissues. When there are chronic illnesses that can affect the heart, it can cause major problems to the body if it is not being taken care of immediately. By maintaining a healthy weight, lowering stress levels, eating nutritional food, and exercising regularly can lower the risk of heart diseases and the body can function normally.

 

References

Dimsdale, Joel E. “Psychological Stress and Cardiovascular Disease.” Journal of the American College of Cardiology, U.S. National Library of Medicine, 1 Apr. 2008, www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC2633295/.

Lopez, Edgardo Olvera, et al. “Cardiovascular Disease.” StatPearls [Internet]., U.S. National Library of Medicine, 11 Aug. 2021, www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK535419/.

Medical Professionals, Cleveland Clinic. “Cardiovascular System: Overview, Anatomy and Function.” Cleveland Clinic, 13 Sept. 2021, my.clevelandclinic.org/health/body/21833-cardiovascular-system.

Medical Staff, Mayo Clinic. “Heart Disease.” Mayo Clinic, Mayo Foundation for Medical Education and Research, 9 Feb. 2021, www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/heart-disease/symptoms-causes/syc-20353118.

Medical Staff, Mayo Clinic. “Top Strategies to Prevent Heart Disease.” Mayo Clinic, Mayo Foundation for Medical Education and Research, 14 Jan. 2022, www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/heart-disease/in-depth/heart-disease-prevention/art-20046502.

Ruan, Ye, et al. “Cardiovascular Disease (CVD) and Associated Risk Factors among Older Adults in Six Low-and Middle-Income Countries: Results from Sage Wave 1.” BMC Public Health, BioMed Central, 20 June 2018, www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC6011508/.

Sherrell, Zia. “Cardiovascular System: Function, Organs, Diseases, and More.” Medical News Today, MediLexicon International, 29 July 2021, www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/cardiovascular-system.

Steptoe, Andrew, and Mika Mika Kivimäki. “Stress and Cardiovascular Disease.” Nature Reviews. Cardiology, U.S. National Library of Medicine, 3 Apr. 2012, pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/22473079/.

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Treating Vascular Aging & CVD | Part 1

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Dr. Alex Jimenez
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Introduction

The heart plays an important role in the body. It helps pump blood through the arteries and it makes sure that the red blood cells are traveling to each organ system and muscle tissue. Not only that but through the cardiovascular system, it makes sure that it’s bringing oxygen and nutrients as well. When there are pathogens that can disrupt the cardiovascular system like inflammation or cardiovascular diseases, they can damage the arteries and blood vessels causing more problems for the body. In this 2 part series, we will be taking a look at the vascular system, its functions, and discussing what is vascular aging. Part 2 will be discussing what is cardiovascular disease and how to prevent it. By referring patients to qualified and skilled providers who specialized in cardiovascular services. To that end, and when appropriate, we advise our patients to refer to our associated medical providers based on their examination. We find that education is the key to asking valuable questions to our providers. Dr. Jimenez DC provides this information as an educational service only. Disclaimer

 

Can my insurance cover it? Yes, in case you are uncertain here is the link to all the insurance providers we cover. If you have any questions, please call Dr. Jimenez at 915-850-0900.

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What Is Vascular System?

 

Also known as the circulatory system, the vascular system is made up of vessels that transports blood and lymph throughout the body. Some of the vessels that are in the circulatory system include:

  • Arteries: Blood vessels that transport oxygenated blood away from the heart.
  • Veins: Blood vessels that transport blood back to the heart.
  • Capillaries: Tiny blood vessels that are between the arteries and veins that transport oxygen-riched blood throughout the body.

 

Research also shows that as blood is being moved through the circulatory system, it goes through three circuits and moves in a continuous pattern. The three circuits are:

  • The pulmonary circuit: Carries non-oxygenated blood from the heart to the lungs.
  • The systemic circuit: Carries blood cells that contain oxygen, nutrients, and hormones to be traveling from the heart to the rest of the body.
  • The coronary circuit: Provides the heart muscle oxygenated blood from the heart arteries to be sent to the lungs.

 

The Endothelial Function

As the largest endocrine organ in the body, studies show that endothelium is a monolayer of endothelial cells. The endothelial cells are the inner cellular lining of the vessels in the circulatory system and the lymphatic system. They help with growth inhibition to the body, are antithrombotic, and are anti-inflammatory to the entire body. The endothelial function plays a huge role in the body as it helps control the blood fluidity in the body while also regulating immunology, inflammation, and metabolizes as an endocrine organ. Other studies also show that there are techniques that measure endothelial function by taking a look at the vascular tone modulation, dynamic permeability, and its biomarkers.

 

What Is Vascular Aging?

Just like how hormones naturally age as a person gets older, so does the blood vessels in the body. As research studies have stated, vascular aging is associated with the mechanical changes and structural properties of the vascular wall that can lead to the arterial walls losing their elasticity and can reduce arterial compliance. When both males and females get older with age, their arterial wall starts to change when they reach the age of 70.  The arterial walls start to be stiff and thicken up inside, causing the arteries to develop plaque and calcium deposition as well. When arterial compliance is young and healthy, it can reduce disease states like hypertension, diabetes, and renal failure. However, when there are changes in arterial compliance, it can actually manifest into cardiovascular diseases if it is not taken care of.

 

 

Other research studies show that vascular aging actually plays a role in the morbidity and mortality in older people. This is due to the cellular and functional changes that can occur in the vascular system when the body begins to age over time. Some of the dysfunctions that can be caused due to vascular aging include:

 

Vascular Disease

Vascular disease is the “correct” but a chronic dysregulated and exaggerated response to infinite vascular insults with finite responses and environmental-gene expression patterns. Research has shown that vascular disease can include any condition that affects the circulatory system and can cause diseases in the arteries. Some of the symptoms that can cause vascular diseases to be in the body vary from the type of vascular disease that is affecting the body. One of the vascular diseases that can affect the body is PAD or peripheral arterial disease.

 

Research shows that peripheral arterial disease is a chronic progressive atherosclerotic disease that affects the iliac arteries, lower limbs, and the abdominal aorta. Other research studies also show that peripheral arterial disease can also cause reduced blood flow through the arteries causing extremities like thigh or calf pain from walking, this is known as “poor circulation” and it can affect a person’s health if it is not treated.

 

Conclusion

All in all, it is important that individuals should take care of their circulatory system by taking the proper nutraceutical supplements and nutritious food that provides the necessary nutrients and vitamins that the body needs, but also exercising regularly to promote oxygen in the blood and making sure that the heart is pumping out the oxygen-riched blood to each of the muscle tissues and organ systems that need that blood. Without it, the body will be dysfunctional and unwanted chronic diseases will disrupt the circulatory system, causing the individual to not feel well over time and even develop chronic symptoms that can cause the individual pain. So by taking care of the vascular system, the body can continue to function properly and the individual can continue on with their day pain-free.

 

References

Chia, Po Ying, et al. “Overview of the Assessment of Endothelial Function in Humans.” Frontiers in Medicine, Frontiers Media S.A., 7 Oct. 2020, www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC7575777/.

Félétou, Michel. “The Endothelium.” National Center for Biotechnology Information, U.S. National Library of Medicine, 1 Jan. 1970, www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK57149/.

Gul, Fahad, and Sean F Janzer. “Peripheral Vascular Disease.” StatPearls [Internet]., U.S. National Library of Medicine, 29 Apr. 2021, www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK557482/.

Jani, B, and C Rajkumar. “Ageing and Vascular Ageing.” Postgraduate Medical Journal, BMJ Group, June 2006, www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC2563742.

Medical Professionals, Cleveland Clinic. “Circulatory System: Anatomy and Function.” Cleveland Clinic, 21 Sept. 2021, my.clevelandclinic.org/health/body/21775-circulatory-system.

Medical Professionals, Cleveland Clinic. “Vascular Disease: Types & Risks.” Cleveland Clinic, 2022, my.clevelandclinic.org/health/diseases/17604-vascular-disease.

Ungvari, Zoltan, et al. “Mechanisms of Vascular Aging.” Circulation Research, U.S. National Library of Medicine, 14 Sept. 2018, www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC6248882/.

Zemaitis, Michael R, et al. “Peripheral Arterial Disease.” StatPearls [Internet]., U.S. National Library of Medicine, 9 Jan. 2022, www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK430745/.

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Most Common Form Of Pain The Headache

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Dr. Alex Jimenez
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Man grabbing his aching head with left hand while resting with cup of tea on sofa in kitchen

The most common form of pain is the headache. Whether dealing with a mild, dull ache, severe throbbing, or painful tension along the scalp and neck, headaches can disrupt and get in the way of everyday life. Over-the-counter pain medications can offer temporary relief, but they don’t get to the root and solve the cause. Chiropractic is a safe and effective treatment option that will bring head pain relief and treat what is causing the headache/s.

Most Common Form Of Pain The Headache

Triggers

Individuals engage in more sedentary activities, and more hours spent in one fixed position combined with poor posture can increase joint irritation and muscle tension in the neck, upper back, and scalp. Headaches can have a variety of causes or triggers. These can include:

  • Stress is the most common trigger
  • Muscle tension
  • Insomnia
  • Environmental stimuli – noises, lights, smells
  • Dehydration
  • Weather changes
  • Foods
  • Blood sugar changes
  • Excessive exercise

Most Common Types

There are two main categories: primary and secondary headaches.

Primary headaches

Primary headaches are when the headache itself is the main problem and is not a symptom of underlying diseases or conditions. These include:

Secondary headaches

These are related to medical condition/s like:

  • Sinus congestion
  • Medication overuse
  • Infection
  • High blood pressure
  • Trauma
  • Head injury
  • Diseased blood vessels in the brain
  • Tumor

Frequency

Headache pain comes from interacting signals in the brain, blood vessels, and nerves. A mechanism activates specific nerves that affect the muscles and blood vessels, sending pain signals back to the brain. If any of the following is occurring it is recommended to contact a doctor, headache specialist, or chiropractor.

  • Three or more headaches a week.
  • Headaches that get worse or don’t go away.
  • Having to take a pain reliever every day or almost every day.
  • Need more than 2-3 doses of over-the-counter medications a week to relieve symptoms.
  • Headaches triggered by strenuous activity, hard work/exertion, bending, coughing.
  • Recent changes in headache symptoms.
  • Family history of headaches.

Clinical Description

To get to the root a doctor will ask:

  • What time of day/night the headache usually occurs?
  • How long does the headache last?
  • Where the pain is located?
  • Type of pain –  throbbing, comes and goes, dull aching, one-sided, etc.
  • Does the headache come on suddenly without warning or slowly progress?
  • Are there other symptoms like weakness, nausea, sensitivity to light or noise, decreased appetite, changes in attitude or behavior?

Chiropractic

A chiropractor will assess, diagnose, conduct a physical examination to determine the cause and develop a personalized treatment plan to alleviate the pain and help to manage and prevent headaches. Treatment approaches include:

  • A combination of chiropractic manipulative therapy.
  • Activate trigger points to release tension and allow for optimal nerve and blood circulation.
  • Active and passive exercises.
  • Massage.
  • Health coaching.

Body Composition

Water

Most of the body is made up of water with the percentage of body composition that is water changing based on individual functional needs. Essential functions of water include:

  • Help to build/repair almost every cell in the body.
  • Regulating body temperature through sweating and respiration.
  • Energy from carbohydrates and proteins is transported by water through the blood.
  • Assists in the removal of metabolic waste through urination.
  • Acts as a shock absorber to protect the brain and spinal cord.
  • Creates saliva/fluids to lubricate the joints.

The amount of water in the body depends on various factors that include:

The most common water comes from lean body mass. This includes blood, organs, and muscle. Major body organs’ water content:

  • Lungs – 83%
  • Muscles and kidneys – 79%
  • Brain and heart – 73%
  • Skin – 64%
  • Bones – 31%
References

Bryans, Roland et al. “Evidence-based guidelines for the chiropractic treatment of adults with headache.” Journal of manipulative and physiological therapeutics vol. 34,5 (2011): 274-89. doi:10.1016/j.jmpt.2011.04.008

Tyagi, Alok. “New daily persistent headache.” Annals of Indian Academy of Neurology vol. 15,Suppl 1 (2012): S62-5. doi:10.4103/0972-2327.100011

An Insightful Guide Into HCTP Therapy | Part 2

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Dr. Alex Jimenez
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Introduction

The human body makes sure that everything is working properly. From regulating hormones to making sure that each organ system is doing its job properly, the body will function normally without any problems. But when unwanted pathogens start to enter the body and cause the body to be dysfunctional, it can lead to the development of chronic symptoms to pop up over time. When this happens, there are many affiliated clinics and distribution organizations that can help alleviate the symptoms through therapeutic treatments and even bring the body back to its original functioning self, and one of those treatments is HCTP therapy. In this 2 part series, we will be discussing more what HCTP therapy is and the procedures for HCTP therapy. Part 1 discussed and looked at what is HCTP therapy and how it is different than other forms of therapy. By referring patients to qualified and skilled providers that specialized in regenerative cellular therapy, we work with affiliated clinics and distributor organizations, both internationally and nationally with the services that we offer. We find that education is the key to asking valuable questions to our providers. Dr. Alex Jimenez DC provides this information as an educational service only. Disclaimer

 

Can my insurance cover it? Yes, in case you are uncertain here is the link to all the insurance providers we cover. If you have any questions, please call Dr. Jimenez at 915-850-0900.

 

 

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What Is HCTP Therapy?

 

Human cellular tissue products or HCTP are the body’s own raw cellular material that can help regenerate damaged, diseased cells that were inflicted when the body was severely injured. Research shows that HCTP therapy has the remarkable ability to differentiate into different cell types in the body while also retaining the ability to self-replicate and maintain the characteristics of the original cell. HCTP therapy is also another form of regenerative medicine that many providers who are specialized in regenerative treatment can also help alleviate chronic symptoms that the body has encountered over time. Other research shows that HCTP therapy has become one of the promising options that can help the body by replacing damaged and diseased cells.

 

How Is HCTP Therapy Different?

In part 1, it discussed how international and nationally affiliated clinics are different when it comes to HCTP therapy. For international affiliated clinics, they allowed the HCTP to be expanded and approved for IV application. This will allow HCTP to produce about 100 million HCTP per CC and they don’t have to be cryopreserved. With nationally affiliated clinics, however, it has to be approved by the FDA and it can only be minimally manipulated. Research has found that HCTP in the United States had limited federal funding and only certain states were allowed to use HCTP treatment for their patients. So there is a massive difference between the two but the usage for HCTP as regenerative treatment is still the same since it helps regenerate damaged cells in the body.

 

Presenting HCTP Therapy To Patients

 

By understanding how international affiliated clinics operate with the strictness and integrity of these standards as well as the difference between being treated with HCTP therapy in Colombia vs the United States, they can now educate patients on how these procedures can be beneficial to their lives. Distribution organizers set up patients with highly-trained case managers, they can help explain everything in detail on the procedures for HCTP therapy.

 

By providing more information to future patients with confidence but also making it easier for returning patients about HCTP therapy and their benefits, thus giving them more time and energy to focus on other matters that may be in their minds.

 

The Benefits Of HCTP Therapy

There are many research studies that show how HCTP therapy has the ability to build every tissue in the body and can help alleviate inflammatory symptoms as well as regenerate damaged tissues, cells, and organs back to their normal function. In one article, it talked about how HCTP therapy can be used to treat many chronic symptoms that the body has encountered. Some of the chronic symptoms that HCTP therapy can help alleviate include:

Since HCTP therapy has many beneficial properties, research shows the HCTP in the body are unspecialized cells that can differentiate into any cells of an organism and provide the ability to self-renewal. This allows the HCTP to repair any damage that was inflicted on the cellular structure of the tissue or organ back to its original state and speed up the body’s natural healing process.

 

Traveling To HCTP Therapies

With the information that is provided to patients on HCTP therapy, now it’s time for the traveling aspect as international affiliated clinics help them pick a travel package to get treatment. Since they help take all the guesswork out of all the details when the patient arrives to get their HCTP treatment, patients don’t have to worry about transportation, translators, or even where to stay. By having it all mapped out and providing the best customer/patient services, individuals won’t have to worry about the accommodations that the distributors will provide. And patients with limited mobility, are also being taken care of by staying at a luxury hotel that is adjacent to the lab for easy access, so that way it makes them at ease and doesn’t put further strain on traveling onto them. Even patients that come with doctors in big groups are being taken care of as well.

 

Conclusion

All in all, the usage of HCTP therapy can help regenerate and repair damaged, diseased tissue cells in the body have provided amazing results. Even though there is more and more upcoming research on regenerative therapy and its beneficial properties, the results speak for themselves as HCTP therapy can help speed the recovery process on the body. This will allow more therapeutic treatments to help the person feel better and live life to the fullest by receiving the treatment that they deserve.

 

References

Aly, Riham Mohamed. “Current State of Stem Cell-Based Therapies: An Overview.” Stem Cell Investigation, AME Publishing Company, 15 May 2020, www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC7367472/.

Biehl, Jesse K, and Brenda Russell. “Introduction to Stem Cell Therapy.” The Journal of Cardiovascular Nursing, U.S. National Library of Medicine, 2009, www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC4104807/.

Nawab, Khalid, et al. “Stem Cell Therapies: A Way to Promising Cures.” Cureus, Cureus, 20 Sept. 2019, www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC6823091/.

Reisman, Miriam, and Katherine T Adams. “Stem Cell Therapy: A Look at Current Research, Regulations, and Remaining Hurdles.” P & T: a Peer-Reviewed Journal for Formulary Management, MediMedia USA, Inc., Dec. 2014, www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC4264671/.

Zakrzewski, Wojciech, et al. “Stem Cells: Past, Present, and Future.” Stem Cell Research & Therapy, BioMed Central, 26 Feb. 2019, www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC6390367/.

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A Guided Look Into HCTP Therapy | Part 1

By
Dr. Alex Jimenez
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Introduction

When the body goes through different situations, it has the natural ability to repair itself. Sometimes the injuries can be so severe that functional and holistic therapies can help alleviate any kind of pain that a person is feeling. It can range from having inflammation throughout the body or certain areas to damaged tissues that can cause mobility issues for a person. When this happens, there are many therapy options that can help the body alleviate the cause of these chronic issues and one of them is human cellular tissue products therapy or HCTP therapy. In this 2 part series, we will be taking a look at what is HCTP therapy and how it is different than other forms of therapy. In Part 2, we will be discussing more on what HCTP therapy is as well as the procedures to HCTP therapy. By referring patients to qualified and skilled providers that specialized in regenerative cellular therapy, we work with affiliated clinics and distributor organizations, both internationally and nationally with the services that we offer. We find that education is the key to asking valuable questions to our providers. Dr. Alex Jimenez DC provides this information as an educational service only. Disclaimer

 

Can my insurance cover it? Yes, in case you are uncertain here is the link to all the insurance providers we cover. If you have any questions, please call Dr. Jimenez at 915-850-0900.

 

 

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What Is HCTP Therapy?

 

HCTP or human cellular tissue products are a form of regenerative medicine that can help the body’s recovery process immensely. Research has found that HCTP are unspecialized cells in the human body that can differentiate into any tissue cells and have the ability to self-renewal. HCTP therapy can help the body’s own natural repairing process by repairing and regenerating damaged body cells, tissues, and organs to their original function. Research studies have shown that HCTP therapies have become one of the promising options since it helps replace diseased cells in the body. When individuals are going into HCTP therapy, there are pre- and post procedures that they must follow in order to have beneficial results from HCTP. However, only affiliated clinics and distribution organizations (both internationally and nationally) are allowed to do HCTP therapies for individuals that need them.

 

How Is It Different?

The mission and purpose that affiliated international clinics are to provide patients from all around the world access to healthcare services that will improve the quality of their life. With this step-by-step guide on how to help bring first-time and repeat patients on a comfortable international trip to Colombia for HCTP therapy. So how does affiliated international clinics stand apart from the nationally affiliated clinics here in the U.S.? The difference is that international clinics only received HCTP from donors that are screened by their top chosen gynecologist, who specializes in screening donors. They do this to ensure that they are consistently and accurately receiving the best cells from the best donors. In Colombia, the HCTP therapy procedures are different in the United States since Colombia is legally allowed to do more than manipulate HCTP and have the opportunity to:

  1. Remove any detrimental material that would cause negative effects, and then be able to safely do an IV application.
  2. Let the HCTP do what they do best: proliferate (increase and multiply).

 

How Is HCTP Therapy Different Internationally?

 

Since universal standards require 80% of cell viability to be alive, international affiliated clinics actually reject anything under 90% cell viability to ensure that patients receive the best results. There is also a huge difference between HCTP therapies in the United States and internationally in Colombia. With the United States using HCTP therapy:

  • Has to be FDA-approved
  • MSC’s from Wharton’s Jelly
  • MSC’s can not be expanded and only minimally manipulated
  • Not approved for IV use federally in the US
  • 2 million stem cells per CC
  • Cryopreserved
  • It costs $2,500 for every 1 million stem cells

 

Research shows that around 2001 the president put a ban on funding the research for HCTP therapy and some states have been permitted their limited use. HCTP therapies in nationally affiliated clinics were only allowed for bone marrow treatments using HCTP therapy. For international affiliated clinics in Colombia using HCTP therapy can:

  • Is funded by Invima (Colombia’s version of the FDA)
  • MSC’s from Wharton’s Jelly
  • MSC’s can be expanded
  • The stem cell is approved for IV application
  • 1 hundred million stem cells per CC
  • Not cryopreserved
  • It costs $114 for every 1 million stem cell

 

What this does is that international affiliated clinics and distribution organizations can continue with researching HCTP and widen the scope for them to be used in regenerative medicine. This will allow more scientific discoveries for HCTP therapies being used to reduce inflammation in the body or even repair damaged joint cartilages.

 

The First Part Of HCTP Therapy

The requirements that HCTP donors must meet when being screened in international affiliated clinics is that they must be young and healthy and have their HCTP be young and healthy as well. They must also pass what the FDA requires and under § 1271.50(b), a donor is eligible only if the screening shows that the donor is free from risk factors for, and clinical evidence of, infection due to relevant communicable
disease agents and diseases, and is free from communicable disease risks associated with xenotransplantation. Not only that but their test results for relevant communicable disease agents are
negative or nonreactive, except as provided in § 1271.80(d)(1) for non-treponemal screening tests for syphilis. These include:

  • Human T-lymphotropic virus (HTLV), types I and II
  • Chlamydia trachomatis
  • Neisseria gonorrhea

Also, many international affiliated clinics make sure to check their patients for any heredity diseases to ensure the safety of the individual.

 

The Second Part Of HCTP Therapy

Once the first set of screenings has been performed and passed, it is then explained to the donors that half of the umbilical cord HCTP cells will be preserved for them for future use, the other half thenceforth is used for the patients. A donation kit is given to the mother so that when she is giving birth, she has it readily available to give the doctor looking after her pregnancy. The doctor that will be responsible for the donated umbilical cord knows exactly what to do with the kit to meet the strict protocols. This is to make sure that the HCTP is isolated from the blood – and is the only thing that is gathered.

 

Since these umbilical HCTP cells are from a universal donor, anyone can receive treatment, with no negative side effects. Many distribution organizations work exclusively with one of two trusted labs for chromosome testing. Once the results have come back, only then do affiliated providers can move forward in the quality control process. For the last part, many affiliated clinics have their own genetics lab, where they actually do paternity tests and also make sure the DNA collected has 16 genes. Once it is cultivated, they make sure no mutation has occurred. Then and only then do they actually grow HCTP to be cultivated for 7 days to ensure that the HCTP doesn’t become contaminated. By constantly sending samples to be tested for guaranteed quality and effectiveness, the original HCTP is cultivated and has no discrepancies. It can be counted and verified so the affiliated clinics and international doctors have the minimum required HCTP count to be used for treatments and therapies.

 

Conclusion

All in all, HCTP therapy is beneficial to the body since it can help speed up the body’s healing process naturally and even help repair and regenerate damaged cellular structures back to their original state. When there are unwanted pathogens that affect the body by damaging the body’s cellular structure and causing chronic illnesses to rise over time, it can cause the individual pain and make them miserable.  Individuals who need HCTP therapy can begin their healing process and continue on with their wellness journey.

 

References

Aly, Riham Mohamed. “Current State of Stem Cell-Based Therapies: An Overview.” Stem Cell Investigation, AME Publishing Company, 15 May 2020, www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC7367472/.

Reisman, Miriam, and Katherine T Adams. “Stem Cell Therapy: A Look at Current Research, Regulations, and Remaining Hurdles.” P & T: a Peer-Reviewed Journal for Formulary Management, MediMedia USA, Inc., Dec. 2014, www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC4264671/.

Zakrzewski, Wojciech, et al. “Stem Cells: Past, Present, and Future.” Stem Cell Research & Therapy, BioMed Central, 26 Feb. 2019, www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC6390367/.

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Alexander Technique

By
Dr. Alex Jimenez
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Woman complaining of neck pain during consultation with rehabilitation specialist or physiotherapist before active treatment on suspension straps

Improving posture can be challenging. Poor posture is often the source of various musculoskeletal issues like chronic pain throughout the body. Poor posture can be so ingrained in the brain that it becomes an unconscious positioning reflex that feels right but could be worsening spinal, hip, and leg problems. The Alexander Technique could be a treatment option that could help long-term.

Alexander Technique

Alexander Technique

The approach focuses on learning mind-body awareness. It is an educational process to teach individuals to become aware of their body positioning and change unhealthy posture/movement habits into healthy ones. The objective is learning to utilize sufficient levels of muscle tension for everyday activities, like sitting, standing up, and walking in a healthy way to maintain optimal health of the musculoskeletal system.

  • The theory is that less tension minimizes wear and tear on the muscles and structures of the spine vulnerable to compression.
  • The fundamental goal of the Alexander Technique is to undo all the unhealthy tension habits to decompress the spine and retrain the mind and body to approach movement and body positioning in a new and healthy way.

Teachings

The technique can be done in a class setting or one-on-one teaching because everyone’s postural and movement habits are unique. A teacher helps identify the tension-inducing postures and educates the individual on how to correct them. Human touch is an integral part of the Alexander Technique. Using their hands gently to adjust the individual to a proper upright position, a teacher helps release pressure from the head, neck, shoulders, and upper back. The individual learns to release the tension throughout their body. The Alexander Technique is a type of hands-on therapy; it is not manipulation or massage. It uses a light touch with no risk of injury to the spine, allowing anyone to participate. However, individuals must be willing to participate/engage in the process to get the benefits. Most individuals can tell if it’s right for them during the first lesson. A typical program teaches:

  • Comfortably sitting up straight.
  • Reducing overuse of superficial musculature.
  • Increasing proprioceptive awareness.
  • Staying alert to the body’s warning of tension and compression.

Tension Build Up

Individuals usually don’t even realize they’re constantly placing pressure on their spine from unhealthy postural habits, building up muscular tension they never knew they created. For example, unhealthy neck position habits include:

  • Pushing the head forward
  • Slumping over
  • Pinning the shoulders back
  • These postures generate/build pressure and tension that radiates outward and down to the large muscles of the spine.
  • Habitual downward pressure can pull and change the spine’s shape, leading to degenerative forms of spinal deformity in severe cases.
  • When the tension is released, the neck and body begin to stand upright comfortably, without pulling down or pulling back.

Frederick Matthias Alexander

Developed the technique in the 1890s to help his muscle tension problems affecting his acting career. When performing, he would stiffen his neck and pull his head back and up, building tension that caused him to tighten his throat and lose his voice. He did not know he was doing this until he performed in front of a mirror and saw his awkward positioning. He realized this and retrained himself to pose naturally, stay relaxed, and be aware of any tension building in the muscles to release it immediately. Alexander Technique educators/practitioners practice all over the world. The American Society for the Alexander Technique or AmSAT website has a Find A Teacher Tool that connects individuals to AmSAT-approved teachers.

Body Composition

Practicing Mindfulness

Developing a mindfulness practice can help identify triggers of negative behavior or thoughts. Just like diet and exercise, practicing mindfulness is unique to everyone. It is recommended to try different things like:

  • Journaling is another way to tune into oneself. Grab a pen and paper, a computer, tablet, or phone, and take a few minutes to write every day.
  • Write one thing that makes you happy.
  • One thing you want to improve.
  • One goal you want to accomplish that day or that week.

Mindful music listening can help reduce stress by allowing the individual to focus their attention when their mind is going in all directions.

  • Instead of turning to the news or email when waking up, grab a cup of coffee or tea and listen to a favorite podcast or music.
  • Put the phone away and listen to your mind and self.

Try to meditate in the morning when waking up. This helps set the day’s goals/plans. Goal-setting mindfulness has been shown to reduce stress levels and anxiety. However, if the morning is not possible then at night before bed can be used to reflect on the day’s activities, what went well, what didn’t, how to improve something, whatever the case, the point is to make time for yourself to reflect, set goals, and develop a plan to achieve those goals.

References

Becker, Jordan J et al. “Preliminary evidence for feasibility, efficacy, and mechanisms of Alexander technique group classes for chronic neck pain.” Complementary therapies in medicine vol. 39 (2018): 80-86. doi:10.1016/j.ctim.2018.05.012

Cacciatore et al., Improvement in automatic postural coordination following Alexander technique lessons in a person with low back pain. Physical Therapy Journal, 2005; 85:565-578. Accessed January 5, 2011

Chin, Brian et al. “Psychological mechanisms driving stress resilience in mindfulness training: A randomized controlled trial.” Health psychology: official journal of the Division of Health Psychology, American Psychological Association vol. 38,8 (2019): 759-768. doi:10.1037/hea0000763

Little P, Lewith G, Webley F, et al. Randomised controlled trial of Alexander technique lessons, exercise, and massage (ATEAM) for chronic and recurrent back pain. The BMJ. 2008;337:a884. doi: doi.org/10.1136/bmj.a884.

Paolucci, Teresa et al. “Chronic low back pain and postural rehabilitation exercise: a literature review.” Journal of pain research vol. 12 95-107. December 20 2018, doi:10.2147/JPR.S171729

Musculoskeletal Nutrition

By
Dr. Alex Jimenez
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Musculoskeletal Nutrition: Musculoskeletal conditions are non-communicable conditions/disorders and are the most common conditions that chiropractors and physiotherapists treat. Unhealthy lifestyle practices like smoking, an unhealthy diet, and little to no exercise or physical activity impact musculoskeletal disorders and remain the most common causes of physical disability and pain. Musculoskeletal conditions include:

  • Back pain
  • Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
  • Tendonitis – inflammation of the fibrous tissues that connect the muscles to the bones.
  • Rheumatoid Arthritis
  • Osteoarthritis
  • Bone Fractures
  • Fibromyalgia

Musculoskeletal Nutrition

A lack of proper nutrients increases the risk for bone, muscle, and joint disease. A proper diet combined with strengthening and stretching will help with injury recovery and help prevent disorders, injury, and pain. For example, inadequate consumption of calcium and vitamin D intake can lead to osteoporosis. Both nutrients are necessary for musculoskeletal health. Calcium helps build bone tissue, and vitamin D promotes calcium absorption.

Musculoskeletal Nutrition

Even physically active and healthy individuals’ can go through inadequate nutrition intake, increasing the risk of injury from its effect/s on rehabilitation and recovery. There are mechanisms to insufficient nutrient intake that can lead to muscle injury.

  • Intense training causes skeletal muscle breakdown that can worsen from poor dietary protein intake.
  • Not hydrating the body can compromise blood flow to working muscles, increasing the risk for injury and other health issues.
  • Hydration influences the amount and composition of joint fluid and helps maintain articular cartilage.
  • Deficiencies in nutrients like:
  • Potassium
  • Iron
  • Zinc
  • Magnesium
  • Chromium
  • Copper
  • Vitamins
  • The lack of micronutrients and their role in bone and muscle metabolism increases the risk for injury and the development of musculoskeletal conditions.

Overall Health

Connective tissue holds the body’s bones and muscles together and is essential for joint integrity. Athletes and individuals with physically demanding jobs and lifestyles need to take care of their connective tissues to prevent degradation, injuries, and joint conditions, like arthritis and tendon injuries. It is recommended to have a diet that is:

Proper nutrition will help the body build, repair, and maintain healthy connective tissue. Things like:

Achieving optimal health requires all-around healthy lifestyle choices and musculoskeletal nutrition.

Body Composition

Superfoods

Many nutrient-rich foods can be incorporated into an individual’s diet to improve overall well-being. Superfoods are high in antioxidants and contain vast amounts of vitamins and minerals. A superfood is a food rich in compounds that are beneficial to an individual’s health. These compounds include:

  • Phytochemicals – include antioxidants like polyphenols that provide anti-inflammatory properties.
  • Fiber
  • Omega-3 fatty acids

Superfoods are recognized by national nutrition guidelines as Powerhouse Fruits and Vegetables or PFV. Antioxidants reduce free radicals and prevent and repair damage caused by oxidative stress. Oxidative stress occurs when free radicals accumulate in the body and can lead to chronic and degenerative illnesses like arthritis, cardiovascular disease, and cancer. A diet rich in antioxidants can expedite recovery time from injury, illness, and physical activity/exercise-induced stress.

Anthocyanins are a type of polyphenol that become antioxidants that help reduce the incidence of chronic disease. They are different types of pigments found in plants, giving fruits and vegetables their vibrant colors. These include:

  • Black beans
  • Berries
  • Cherries
  • Pomegranates
  • Peaches
  • Eggplant
  • Purple sweet potatoes

A diet rich in anthocyanins can reduce oxidative stress and inflammation, help prevent cardiovascular disease, and control and prevent diabetes.

References

Craddock, Joel C, et al. “Vegetarian and Omnivorous Nutrition – Comparing Physical Performance.” International journal of sports nutrition and exercise metabolism vol. 26,3 (2016): 212-20. doi:10.1123/ijsnem.2015-0231

Mendonça, Carolina Rodrigues et al. “Effects of Nutritional Interventions in the Control of Musculoskeletal Pain: An Integrative Review.” Nutrients vol. 12,10 3075. 9 Oct. 2020, doi:10.3390/nu12103075

Sale, Craig, and Kirsty Jayne Elliott-Sale. “Nutrition and Athlete Bone Health.” Sports medicine (Auckland, N.Z.) vol. 49,Suppl 2 (2019): 139-151. doi:10.1007/s40279-019-01161-2

Slavin, Joanne L, and Beate Lloyd. “Health benefits of fruits and vegetables.” Advances in nutrition (Bethesda, Md.) vol. 3,4 506-16. 1 Jul. 2012, doi:10.3945/an.112.002154

Tucker, K L et al. “Potassium, magnesium, and fruit and vegetable intakes are associated with greater bone mineral density in elderly men and women.” The American journal of clinical nutrition vol. 69,4 (1999): 727-36. doi:10.1093/ajcn/69.4.727

More Evidence On Medical Uses Of HCTP | Part 2

By
Dr. Alex Jimenez
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Introduction

When unwanted pathogens are attacking the body, it can cause many chronic illnesses and can damage the cells, organs, and tissues. However, through the usage of human cellular tissue products or HCTPs through affiliated clinics, they can help replenish the damaged cells through regeneration and can even help alleviate some of the symptoms that were causing the body pain. In this 2 part series, we will be taking a more in-depth look at HCTP and how its beneficial properties can help dampen the effects of chronic diseases. Part 1 took a look at what is HCTP and how it can help treat chronic illnesses. By referring patients to qualified and skilled providers that specialized in regenerative cellular therapy, we work with affiliated clinics and distributor organizations, both internationally and nationally with the services that we offer. We find that education is the key to asking valuable questions to our providers. Dr. Jimenez DC provides this information as an educational service only. Disclaimer

 

Can my insurance cover it? Yes, in case you are uncertain here is the link to all the insurance providers we cover. If you have any questions, please call Dr. Jimenez at 915-850-0900.

 

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What Is HCTP?

 

Human cellular tissue products or HCTP is the proper term for regenerative medicine. Studies have shown that HCTP has become a promising form of medicine as it aims to help repair and replace damaged cells, tissues, and organs, while bringing them back to a normal function in the body. Not only that but research shows that HCTP are unspecialized cells of the human body that can differentiate into any cells in the body while having the ability to self-renewal.

 

More Medical Evidence Of HCTP

With more and more studies of HCTP and its beneficial properties, it shows that HCTP has the ability to build tissue in the body but also has amazing therapeutic uses in tissue regeneration and repair. Granted only affiliated clinics and distribution organizations (both nationally and internationally) uses HCTP in their practices, the results speak to themselves as HCTP has provided many benefits to some of the most common cases of chronic illnesses and symptoms that the body endures. And with HCTP, it can even help dampen the effects as well.

 

HCTP & IBD

It is accepted that IBD is caused by an attack on the gut microbiota itself, due to an alteration of the immune response in a person with a genetic predisposition; therefore, treatment has focused on the control of inflammation and normalization of the immune system. This is why HCTP has been used to treat this condition as studies have shown that the usage of HCTP, can help reset the immune system and attenuate the abnormal inflammatory response in IBD patients.  Other studies also show that HCTP therapy is well tolerated and establishes minimal side effects for patients dealing with IBD. In Crohn’s disease (CD), which is a classic inflammatory bowel disease, it has been found that the infusion of allogeneic HCTP is safe and more effective than conventional treatment. In fact, the infusion of HCTP is safe and effective in the treatment of CD, including the severe perianal form.

 

HCTP & Malignant Hematic Diseases

Since HCTP can be used to help regenerate cells and tissues in the body, it’s only fair that it can help restore the cellular structure inside bone marrow. Studies have found that HCTP has the ability to restore the cellular components of the blood for bone marrow transplants to dampen the effects of malignant hematic diseases. Among malignant blood diseases, in which it is known that allogeneic hematopoietic cell transplantation significantly reduces the risk of relapse and death, unfortunately, many patients who need an HCTP transplant do not find a compatible donor or do not get a good response, so it became necessary to explore other alternatives. Cells from the umbilical cord tissue are currently the source of HCTP richer, more accessible, less expensive, and with less risk of inducing rejection, which makes this a subtype of HCTP in the most promising and safe source for the cells.

 

On the other hand, the most common complication in patients undergoing some transplants is graft-versus-host disease, known as “graft rejection,” which can affect any organ and occur suddenly or slowly; some medications may reduce the risk, but the incidence of rejection remains high. Because HCTP regulates the immune response, the use of such cells in patients undergoing a solid organ transplants and blood cells for malignant blood diseases has been investigated. Current evidence shows a clear trend in favor of HCTP, with respect to the risk of relapse and survival of patients. Although the evidence is still not considered conclusive, a clear trend in favor of HCTP is established, with respect to the risk of relapse and survival of patients.

 

HCTP & Neurodegenerative Diseases

Neurodegenerative diseases actually occur when the brain’s nerve cells start to lose function over time. Research shows that there are treatments that can help relieve some of the mental symptoms that are associated with neurodegenerative diseases and in recent years there has been great interest in establishing the role of HCTP therapies in several neurodegenerative diseases and more than in the differentiation to neurons and the replacement of dead neurons. Research has found that HCTP therapy can help regenerate the neural tissues that have been damaged from neurodegenerative diseases. This means that HCTP injections can help replenish the cellular structure and dampen the effects of neurodegenerative diseases like Parkinson’s, Alzheimer’s, amyotrophic lateral sclerosis, and Huntington’s diseases.  The safety and effectiveness of stem cell-based regenerative medicine for the treatment of multiple sclerosis has reached such a level of evidence that recently the American Society for Bone Marrow and Blood. HCTP transplants have been recommended to include indications of autologous hematopoietic HCTP transplantation, which opens the doors of the clinic to explore the role of HCTP.

 

HCTP & Skin Disorders

 

Chronic skin wounds are often associated with diabetes, obesity, or even inflammatory skin problems. Studies have shown that HCTP possesses unique immunomodulatory properties that are used for treating atopic dermatitis. This is the reason why many people would consider cell therapy as a novel and effective alternative treatment, of course, accompanied by conventional medical and surgical professionals. Regenerative medicine has become a new strategy for facial rejuvenation and filling of unwanted furrows and lines, elimination of scars and signs of acne, vitiligo, among others. Given the regenerative mechanisms of HCTP that have been shown to release factors that promote hair growth and hair regeneration, alopecia has become a target of regenerative medicine, with variable beneficial results and minimal undesirable effects.

Conclusion

Therefore, with more and more research being done with HCTP, the results speak for themselves. Since the body goes through so many situations and can develop chronic illnesses over time, it is important to know that there are many therapeutic ways to help dampen those effects. By changing a lifestyle habit to eating healthy and taking vitamins that fuel the body, it can help dampen those effects and anyone can start feeling better and continuing to live life to the fullest.

 

References

Aly, Riham Mohamed. “Current State of Stem Cell-Based Therapies: An Overview.” Stem Cell Investigation, AME Publishing Company, 15 May 2020, www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC7367472/.

Biehl, Jesse K, and Brenda Russell. “Introduction to Stem Cell Therapy.” The Journal of Cardiovascular Nursing, U.S. National Library of Medicine, 2009, www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC4104807/.

Irhimeh, Mohammad R, and Julian Cooney. “Management of Inflammatory Bowel Disease Using Stem Cell Therapy.” Current Stem Cell Research & Therapy, U.S. National Library of Medicine, 2016, pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/26216128/.

Patel, Shyam A, and Pranela Rameshwar. “Stem Cell Transplantation for Hematological Malignancies: Prospects for Personalized Medicine and Co-Therapy with Mesenchymal Stem Cells.” Current Pharmacogenomics and Personalized Medicine, U.S. National Library of Medicine, 1 Sept. 2011, www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3164538/.

Professionals, NIEHS. “Neurodegenerative Diseases.” National Institute of Environmental Health Sciences, U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, 16 July 2021, www.niehs.nih.gov/research/supported/health/neurodegenerative/index.cfm.

Sakthiswary, Rajalingham, and Azman Ali Raymond. “Stem Cell Therapy in Neurodegenerative Diseases: From Principles to Practice.” Neural Regeneration Research, Medknow Publications & Media Pvt Ltd, 15 Aug. 2012, www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC4302533/.

Shimizu, Hiromichi, et al. “Stem Cell-Based Therapy for Inflammatory Bowel Disease.” Intestinal Research, Korean Association for the Study of Intestinal Diseases, July 2019, www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC6667367/.

Shin, Tae-Hoon, et al. “Mesenchymal Stem Cell Therapy for Inflammatory Skin Diseases: Clinical Potential and Mode of Action.” International Journal of Molecular Sciences, MDPI, 25 Jan. 2017, www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC5343781/.

Zakrzewski, Wojciech, et al. “Stem Cells: Past, Present, and Future.” Stem Cell Research & Therapy, BioMed Central, 26 Feb. 2019, www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC6390367/.

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Medical Evidence On HCTP Uses | Part 1

By
Dr. Alex Jimenez
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Introduction

The body has a way to make sure that each and every system inside are functioning normally and are doing their jobs perfectly. However, there are unwanted pathogens that can enter the body and cause disruption to each of the systems, turning into chronic illnesses over time. A person can feel great one day then feel horrible the next day. When this happens, the body will start to be dysfunctional and in great pain. There are ways to dampen the symptoms of chronic illnesses through the usage of HCTP. In this 2 part series, we will be discussing what HCTP is and how it can treat chronic illness. Part 2 will be continuing to discuss HCTP and its beneficial properties on dampening chronic illnesses effects on the body. By referring patients to qualified and skilled providers that specialized in regenerative cellular therapy, we work with affiliated clinics and distributor organizations, both internationally and nationally with the services that we offer. We find that education is the key to asking valuable questions to our providers. Dr. Jimenez DC provides this information as an educational service only. Disclaimer

 

Can my insurance cover it? Yes, in case you are uncertain here is the link to all the insurance providers we cover. If you have any questions, please call Dr. Jimenez at 915-850-0900.

 

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What Is HCTP?

HCTP or human cellular treatment products are the body’s own natural raw materials that can help restore cellular integrity. Studies have shown that HCTP can differentiate into any cells in the body and have the ability for self-renewal. Not only that but many affiliated clinics and distribution organizations (both nationally and internationally) have the ability to help individuals that need HCTP treatments to aid some of the chronic symptoms and help boost the body’s natural healing process. This will ensure that the body is healing properly and the individual can continue to live a healthy life.

 

Medical Evidence Of HCTP

There is evidence that the usage of HCTP can help with many chronic illnesses that the body has encountered. Studies show that HCTP has the ability to rebuild every tissue in the body and has amazing potential for future therapeutic uses in tissue regeneration and repair. Many international therapeutic sessions use HCTP to help alleviate some of the ailments from chronic illnesses that a person is experiencing. Some of the treatments that HCTP can help with include:

  • Heart Diseases
  • Hepatic Diseases
  • Lung Diseases
  • Osteo Articular Disorders
  • Diabetes
  • Autoimmune Diseases

 

HCTP & Heart Disease

 

The cardiovascular system is responsible for delivering blood to different parts of the body and making sure that the heart is pumping. When a person has unwanted pathogens that attack the cardiovascular system, whether it is through a lifestyle or they were born with it, it can cause a variety of health problems to the heart. Some of the symptoms of heart disease do vary on what disease a person is experiencing. Affiliated clinics use HCTP as a therapeutic treatment to help repair damaged heart tissues and alleviate heart disease symptoms.

 

Refractory Angina

For patients with angina, in whom symptoms persist after conventional treatment and who are not candidates for surgery, HCTP therapy has emerged as an instrument with a positive impact on standard therapy. Studies show that refractory angina can cause symptoms of chest pains, shortness of breath, and fatigue in a person. With the usage of HCTP, it can help repair the damaged tissues of the arteries and can reduce mortality. Plus individuals that receive HCTP, have fewer serious adverse effects from refractory angina.

 

Cardiomyopathy

Many patients with heart failure are exposed to a long process of destruction of the heart muscle, which does not allow restoring heart function, despite optimal medical and surgical management. Research shows that cardiomyopathy is a heart muscle disease that makes it harder for the heart to pump blood into the rest of the body and it can lead to heart failure for an individual. Other studies show that using HCTP treatment can help slow the progression of cardiomyopathy and can help improve a person’s quality of life.

 

HCTP & Hepatic Disorders

 

Since the liver is the size of a football, its main purpose is to help the body digest food and get rid of toxic substances that can harm the body. Sadly though through various factors and lifestyles, liver problems can come up randomly and it can cause problems to the individual. Research shows that over time if the liver still has these harmful conditions, it can cause damage and lead to scarring and cause life-threatening conditions to the liver.

 

Cirrhosis

Research shows that cirrhosis is the late stage of liver disease where healthy liver tissue is replaced with scarred tissue, thus permanently damaging the liver itself. In many patients with cirrhosis and terminal states of liver failure, liver transplantation is not a realistic option. This is due to the shortage of donors, complications related to immunosuppression, complexity, and high costs of surgical intervention. With the application of HCTP, it is currently positioned as a safe option and the best candidate to reverse liver failure. It can help improve the quality and life expectancy of patients since it is the only therapeutic tool that has been shown to be capable of repair.

 

HCTP & Diabetes

Research shows that diabetes mellitus is a group of diseases that can affect the body’s own blood glucose. Since glucose is what helps the body gets its energy, it is important to have it regulated. However, when there is excess glucose in the body it can lead to diabetes and too much glucose can be in the blood leading to serious health problems. It is accepted that the cause of diabetes mellitus type 1 (DM1) is the self-destruction of pancreatic beta cells, while in type 2 diabetes (DM2) occurs a chronic inflammation of low grade, which causes dysfunction of beta cells and insulin resistance. The remarkable immunomodulatory and anti-inflammatory properties of HCTP have attracted the attention of researchers and clinicians, which explains the numerous clinical trials completed or underway, whose purpose has been to evaluate the safety and effectiveness of HCTP in the treatment of DM1 and DM2.

 

Conclusion

All in all, HCTP therapies have beneficial properties that can help alleviate chronic symptoms that can cause the body harm. HCTP helps the body regenerate the cellular structure, repair tissue muscles, and organs back to their normal state. By incorporating these treatments along with a healthier lifestyle, the body can have a chance to repair and heal itself much faster and the person can live their life to the fullness and continue on their wellness journey.

 

References

Biehl, Jesse K, and Brenda Russell. “Introduction to Stem Cell Therapy.” The Journal of Cardiovascular Nursing, U.S. National Library of Medicine, 2009, www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC4104807/.

Grise, Mark A, and Anil Verma. “Treatment of Refractory Angina.” The Ochsner Journal, The Academic Division of Ochsner Clinic Foundation, 2009, www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3096292/.

Medical Professionals, Cleveland Clinic. “Cirrhosis of the Liver: What Is It, Symptoms, Causes & Stages.” Cleveland Clinic, 1 Nov. 2020, my.clevelandclinic.org/health/diseases/15572-cirrhosis-of-the-liver.

Professionals, Mayo Clinic. “Cardiomyopathy.” Mayo Clinic, Mayo Foundation for Medical Education and Research, 9 Apr. 2021, www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/cardiomyopathy/symptoms-causes/syc-20370709.

Professionals, Mayo Clinic. “Diabetes.” Mayo Clinic, Mayo Foundation for Medical Education and Research, 30 Oct. 2020, www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/diabetes/symptoms-causes/syc-20371444.

Professionals, Mayo Clinic. “Liver Disease.” Mayo Clinic, Mayo Foundation for Medical Education and Research, 21 Feb. 2020, www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/liver-problems/symptoms-causes/syc-20374502.

Zakrzewski, Wojciech, et al. “Stem Cells: Past, Present, and Future.” Stem Cell Research & Therapy, BioMed Central, 26 Feb. 2019, www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC6390367/.

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Sports Chiropractic Athletes

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Dr. Alex Jimenez
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Sports chiropractic athletes: A sports chiropractor is a specialist that works with athletes to improve their performance. These doctors specialize in assessing and treating sports injuries. Treatment also prevents future damage/injury by providing a customized rehabilitation, strengthening, flexibility, and mobility program, that includes:

  • Exercise prescription
  • Ergonomic recommendations
  • Health coaching/counseling
  • Therapeutic sports massage

Sports chiropractic deals with preventing, diagnosing, and treating sports-athletic-based injuries to muscles, tendons, ligaments, and joints. Sports chiropractors have extensive training in evaluating muscular-skeletal problems related to sports participation overuse. Diagnosis is acquired through:

Sports Chiropractic Athletes

Sports Chiropractic Athletes

Chiropractors are masters of the human body and trained to use advanced diagnostics tools. A sports chiropractor evaluates individuals from all levels of sports and fitness, including:

  • Athletes – professional or recreational
  • Weekend warriors
  • Military personnel

The objective is to identify musculoskeletal problems related to sporting activity or overuse, alleviate pain, rehabilitate, and strengthen to prevent future injury. They can diagnose and treat sports-related injuries from common overuse injuries like:

  • Hip pain from frequently running on pavement.
  • Shoulder pain from damage caused by continued overhead throwing or hitting.
  • Low back and leg issues from twisting, bending, jumping, and reaching.

Balance

Athletes need a healthy balance of endurance, strength, and structure. Through biomechanics training, sports chiropractic restores the body’s natural balance and proper function. The goal is to get the athlete re-engaged and protected against further injury and play without any problems or limitations. Sports chiropractic athletes can return in a short amount of time from injuries that include:

  • Torn ACLs
  • MCL Sprain
  • Ankle Sprain
  • Achilles Tendonitis
  • Rotator cuff tears
  • Quadriceps Strains
  • Hamstrings Strains
  • Shin Splints
  • Sports Hernia
  • Neck Pain
  • Back Pain
  • Spondylolisthesis

Prevention Regimen

They can recommend prevention programs to prevent potential problems before an athlete gets hurt. A chiropractor will detect developing muscle imbalances before they turn into a chronic condition that can lead to damage to the rest of the body. Additional therapies include:

  • Massage
  • Hot/cold treatments
  • Ultrasound therapy
  • Low-level laser therapy

Adjustments, stretching, core training, therapeutic sports massage, health coaching, and nutritional counseling will strengthen the body, allowing for performing physical activities and sports at optimum levels.

Body Composition

Sports Performance

Working with sports chiropractic athletes means achieving a balance of lean mass to maintain sports performance and reduce the risk of injury. Athletes, doctors, and trainers monitor gains over time to maximize performance and watch for signs of potential injury. A method of monitoring for potential injury is the ECW/TBW Analysis. When training and engaging in sports, the body is under physical stress. The proper amount of rest and recovery are needed to allow muscles to recover and regrow. Inflammation is reflected in the ECW/TBW by monitoring changes over time. A steady increase can indicate a sign of overtraining or improper recovery. Monitoring this progression can alert doctors and trainers that an athlete needs a less intense workout or longer recovery to reduce the potential for overtraining injury.

References

Corcoran, Kelsey L et al. “Association Between Chiropractic Use and Opioid Receipt Among Patients with Spinal Pain: A Systematic Review and Meta-analysis.” Pain medicine (Malden, Mass.) vol. 21,2 (2020): e139-e145. doi:10.1093/pm/pnz219

Naqvi U, Sherman Al. Muscle Strength Grading. [Updated 2021 Sep 2]. In: StatPearls [Internet]. Treasure Island (F.L.): StatPearls Publishing; 2022 Jan-. Available from: www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK436008/

Nelson, Luke et al. “A descriptive study of sports chiropractors with an International Chiropractic Sports Science Practitioner qualification: a cross-sectional survey.” Chiropractic & manual therapies vol. 29,1 51. 13 Dec. 2021, doi:10.1186/s12998-021-00405-1

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Sciatica Specialist
STOP SUFFERING! We specialize in advanced non-surgical approaches in treating sciatica. Our focus is to stop the pain, remove the cause and prevent chronic recurrence of complex sciatica pain syndromes. We treat with advanced protocols and supportive care plans. Blessings - Dr. Alex Jimenez DC, MSACP, IFMCP, CIFM, ATN
Contact us: chat@elpasobackclinic.com
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