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Overview of the Pathophysiology of Neuropathic Pain

Neuropathic pain is a complex, chronic pain condition that is generally accompanied by soft tissue injury. Neuropathic pain is common… Read More

June 28, 2018

What is Neuropathic Pain?

When the sensory system is affected by injury or disease, the nerves within that system can't work properly to transmit… Read More

June 27, 2018

Structural and Functional Mechanisms of Mechanoreceptors

We were all taught as children that there are 5 senses: sight, taste, sound, smell, and touch. The initial four… Read More

June 25, 2018

Understanding Abnormalities of the Pain System in El Paso, Tx

Why does localized damage or injury caused by trauma lead to chronic, intractable pain in certain patients? What's in charge… Read More

June 14, 2018

Pain Modulation Pathway Mechanisms in El Paso, TX

Most, if not all, ailments of the body trigger pain. Pain is interpreted and sensed in the brain. Pain is… Read More

June 13, 2018

Gate Control Theory and Pain Management in El Paso, TX

Pain perception varies across different people based on their mood, psychological condition and previous experience, even when pain is brought… Read More

June 12, 2018

What is Central Sensitization? | El Paso, TX Chiropractor

Central sensitization is a state of the nervous system that's related to the development and maintenance of chronic pain. When… Read More

June 11, 2018

Active Release Technique (A.R.T.) for Chronic Neck Pain in El Paso, TX

Active Release Technique (A.R.T) is a hands on soft tissue treatment for ligaments, tendons muscles and nerves. It is the… Read More

June 8, 2018

What is P.N.F. Proprioceptive Neuromuscular Facilitation?

Flexibility is critical for athletes and non-athletes alike. It allows people to move freely and easily in their everyday life… Read More

June 7, 2018

What is A.R.T. Active Release Technique?

Specially certified healthcare professionals utilize the active release techniques, A.R.T., to diagnose and treat soft tissue injuries created by scar… Read More

June 7, 2018

ART and PNF Treatment for Sciatica in El Paso, TX

Low back pain occurs due to a variety of causes, which is why it is often poorly diagnosed and treated.… Read More

June 6, 2018

What to Know About Sciatica in El Paso, TX

It has been compared to the worst possible type of pain anyone can imagine. Other people say it's even worse… Read More

June 6, 2018

Active Release Technique for Sciatica in El Paso, TX

Active release therapy, more specifically referred to as the active release technique, is a patented system designed by Dr. P.… Read More

June 5, 2018

Testing the Function of the Cranial Nerves in El Paso, TX

Physicians, neurologists, and other healthcare professionals may often run a cranial nerve examination as part of a neurological evaluation to… Read More

June 4, 2018

Structure and Function of the Cranial Nerves in El Paso, TX

The cranial nerves are the nerves which come out straight from the brain, including the brainstem, in comparison to the… Read More

May 31, 2018

Types of Dizziness and its Causes | El Paso, TX Chiropractor

Almost everyone can say that they've experienced a feeling of unsteadiness or a spinning/whirling sensation in their heads at one… Read More

May 30, 2018

What is Ataxia? | El Paso, TX Chiropractor

Ataxia is a medical term used to describe a lack of muscle control or coordination of voluntary movements, including everyday… Read More

May 29, 2018

Repositioning Maneuvers to Treat BPPV in El Paso, TX

Benign paroxysmal positional vertigo, or BPPV, is a mechanical issue in the inner ear. It occurs when some of the… Read More

May 25, 2018

Cerebellar Rehabilitation Exercises in El Paso, TX

Although the cerebellum has many responsibilities, its central function is to coordinate and handle motor activities. Balance, coordination, posture, equilibrium… Read More

May 24, 2018