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Dr. Jimenez Chiropractic Functional Medicine Clinic Health Team. The level of functional and metabolic efficiency of a living organism. In humans, it is the ability of individuals or communities to adapt and self-manage when facing physical, mental, psychological, and social changes in an environment. Dr.Alex Jimenez D.C., C.C.S.T, a clinical pain doctor who uses cutting-edge therapies and rehabilitation procedures focused on total health, strength training, and complete conditioning.
We take a global functional fitness treatment approach to regain complete functional health. Dr. Jimenez presents articles from his own experience and various sources on a healthy lifestyle or general health issues. I have spent over 30+ years researching and testing methods with thousands of patients and understand what truly works.
We strive to create fitness and better the body through researched methods and total health programs. These programs and methods are natural and use the body’s own ability to achieve improvement goals, rather than introducing harmful chemicals, controversial hormone replacement, surgery, or addictive drugs. As a result, we want you to live a fulfilled life with more energy, a positive attitude, better sleep, less pain, proper body weight, and education on maintaining this way of life.
Multi-Dimensional Roles of Ketone Bodies in Fuel Metabolism, Signaling, and…
Ketone bodies are created by the liver and utilized as an energy source when glucose is not readily available in!-->…
The Function of Ketones in Ketosis
Ketosis is a natural procedure the human body goes through on a regular basis. This method provides the cells with!-->…
What are the Risks of Nrf2 Overexpression?
The nuclear erythroid 2-related factor 2 signaling pathway, best known as Nrf2, is a protective mechanism which!-->…
The Ketogenic Diet vs the Modified Ketogenic Diet
The ketogenic diet seems to be one of the most popular topics to reach the current diet world. The ketogenic diet,!-->…
How the Quality of Sleep Affects Overall Health
We live in a highly sleep-deprived society. According to the Centers for Disease Control (CDC), 1 in 3 people in!-->…
The Role of Nrf2 Activation
Many current research studies on cancer have allowed health professionals to understand the way the body detoxes.!-->…
What are the Benefits of Nrf2?
Oxidative stress is a major contributor in the development of a variety of health issues, including cancer, heart!-->…
What is Sulforaphane?
Sulforaphane is a phytochemical, a substance within the isothiocyanate group of organosulfur compounds, found in!-->…
The Emerging Role of Nrf2 in Mitochondrial Function
Oxidants are generally produced in a controlled manner in order to regulate essential processes in the human body,!-->…
Nrf2 Signaling Pathway: Pivotal Roles in Inflammation
Nrf2 supports the activation of a group of antioxidant and detoxifying enzymes and genes which protect the human!-->…
Understanding Nrf2 and its Impact on Neurodegenerative Diseases
Neurodegenerative diseases, such as Alzheimer's disease and Parkinson's disease, affect millions of individuals!-->…
Nrf2 Explained: The Keap1-Nrf2 Pathway
Oxidative stress is described as cell damage caused by free radicals, or unstable molecules, which can ultimately!-->…
What is Nrf2 Activation?
DNA supports approximately 20,000 genes, each holding a program for the creation of a protein or enzyme required!-->…
Diagnosis and Management of Rheumatoid Arthritis
About 1.5 million people in the United States have rheumatoid arthritis. Rheumatoid arthritis, or RA, is a!-->…
How Arthritis Can Affect the Knee
Arthritis is characterized as the inflammation of one or multiple joints. The most common symptoms of arthritis!-->…
The Basic Science of Human Knee Menisci Structure, Composition, and Function
The knee is one of the most complex joints in the human body, consisting of the thigh bone, or femur, the shin!-->…
Evaluation of Patients Presenting with Knee Pain: Part II. Differential Diagnosis
The knee is the largest joint in the human body, where the complex structures of the lower and upper legs come!-->…
Evaluation of Patients Presenting with Knee Pain: Part I. History, Physical…
Knee pain is a common health issue among athletes and the general population alike. Although symptoms of knee pain!-->…
What is a Quadriceps Tendon Rupture?
The tendons are powerful soft tissues which connect the muscles to the bones. One of these tendons, the quadriceps!-->…
What is Knee Plica Syndrome?
The knee is a made up of a variety of complex soft tissues. Enclosing the knee joint is a fold at its membrane!-->…
What is Chondromalacia Patellae?
Chondromalacia patellae, also referred to as runner's knee, is a health issue in which the cartilage beneath the!-->…
What is Osgood-Schlatter Disease?
Osgood-Schlatter disease is a common cause of knee pain in growing adolescents. It is characterized by the!-->…
What Is Sinding-Larsen-Johansson Syndrome?
Sinding-Larsen-Johansson, or SLJ, syndrome is a debilitating knee condition that most commonly affects teens!-->…
What is Patellar Tendinitis?
Patellar tendinitis is a common health issue characterized by the inflammation of the tendon which joins the!-->…
Bisphosphonates: Mechanism of Action and Role in Clinical Practice
Bisphosphonates are a type of drug/medication which blocks the loss of bone density to treat osteoporosis-related!-->…
What is Metastatic Bone Disease?
Cancer which develops in specific organs of the human body, including the lungs, breast, or prostate, among!-->…
Femoroacetabular Impingement
Femoroacetabular impingement, or FAI, is a medical state where additional bone develops in a single or multiple of!-->…
Bisphosphonate-Related Proximal Femoral Fractures
With the increase of osteoporosis in older adults, the diagnosis and treatment of abnormal hip fractures, such as !-->…
Piriformis Syndrome Management
Sciatica is a collection of symptoms in the low back, which radiate down one or both legs. Sciatica is generally!-->…
Understanding Trochanteric Bursitis
The hips are some of the most flexible structures in the human body, providing the necessary amount of strength!-->…
Athletic Pubalgia Mechanism of Injury
Athletic pubalgia is a debilitating health issue which affects the groin. The injury commonly happens through!-->…
Athletic Pubalgia and Adductor Strain
Athletic pubalgia, also known as a hockey hernia, hockey groin, Gilmore's Groin, sports hernia, or groin!-->…
Rectus Femoris Strain Management
The rectus femoris muscle attaches to the pelvis and just below the knee as it is one of four muscles found at the!-->…
Developmental Dysplasia of the Hip
The hip is commonly described as a "ball-and-socket" type joint. In a healthy hip, the ball at the top end of the!-->…
Evaluation of the Patient with Hip Pain
Hip pain is a well-known health issue which can be caused by a wide array of problems, however, the site of the!-->…
Achondroplasia Clinical Presentation
Achondroplasia is a genetic disorder that leads to dwarfism. In those with the condition, the legs and arms are!-->…
What Chiropractic Patients Want To Know About Pilates
Everyone knows that exercise is great for overall wellness, better health, and a healthy body. Many chiropractors!-->…
How to Set Realistic Goals that’ll Change Your Overall Health
New Year’s Resolutions made by well-meaning but, unfortunately, less than 10 percent of people who make!-->…
Why Chiropractic Should Be A Part of Your Everyday Life
Most people don’t even think about visiting a chiropractor until they’ve sustained an injury or need a quick!-->…
How Long are Patients with Chronic Kidney Disease Expected to Live?
Approximately 30 million adults in the United States have been diagnosed with chronic kidney disease, or CKD. The!-->…