Our unique health approach utilizes functional wellness principles to identify and address potential underlying causes. He found our chiropractic clinic, started treatment, and today he’s feeling better than ever. The pain began to affect his daily life, making even simple movements difficult.After visiting our chiropractic clinic, he found the relief and recovery he had been searching for. We use and discuss functional health & wellness protocols to treat and support the musculoskeletal system's care for injuries or disorders. We encourage you to make your own health care decisions based on your research and partnership with a qualified health care professional. The information in these events is not intended to replace a one-on-one relationship with a qualified health care professional and is not intended as medical advice. Many people view chiropractic care as an obscure, ineffective branch of medicine. Hormone Replacement Therapy can improve various symptoms in men, particularly those related to low testosterone levels, by restoring hormone balance. Elevated cortisol can negatively affect testosterone levels, so reducing cortisol can have a positive impact on testosterone. Since oxidative stress can lower testosterone levels, the antioxidant effect of zinc may help maintain testosterone production. A deficiency of testosterone does not produce a singular symptom that alerts the individual of the issue. Think of your typical overweight male patient who presents with central adiposity (a telltale sign of high aromatase expression) coupled with chronic back pain that just won't go away. If you suspect a hormone imbalance, talk with your chiropractor. Since an alarming portion of the population is deficient in one or more nutrients, it is no surprise our health suffers. A healthy diet is also a key element in overall health. Signs of chronic fatigue, brain fog, depression, increased muscle mass, and low libido correlates with testosterone deficiency and can make the body dysfunctional. Now hormones in both male and female bodies provide various actions that make the body functional. The hormonal imbalances in the male body could cause physiologic effects of low testosterone correlating with disruptive factors. We direct patients to certified providers that provide functional hormonal replacement treatments that can restore body functionality. It’s clear that the health of your nervous system plays a significant role in overall hormone balance. Regular chiropractic adjustments contribute to better overall health by balancing the nervous system, improving immune function, enhancing sleep, and promoting digestive health. Chiropractic adjustments can help the body better adapt to stress by promoting a state of ease and improving overall nervous system function. Stress triggers the production of cortisol, the body’s primary stress hormone. Let’s dive into the science behind it and explore how chiropractic care may play a crucial role in optimizing testosterone production. During exposure to spontaneously occurring workplace psychological stress, 51-year-old men exhibited significantly decreased serum total testosterone concentrations.54 Healthy men receiving painful electrical shocks also experienced an acute increase in cortisol concentration and an acute decrease in total testosterone concentration.55 Acute stress, whether psychological (mentally stressed at work, finances, home, family, etc.) or the result of a physical challenge (surgery, injury or intense exercise), induces a significant increase in cortisol secretion in healthy men.49-50 For example, healthy men participating in a simulated job interview followed by a mental arithmetic test (real-world experiences designed to generate acute psychological stress), experienced a rapid significant increase in serum cortisol concentrations.51 Engaging in regular exercise, consuming a balanced diet, managing stress levels, and getting quality sleep are all essential for overall well-being and hormonal health. Hormonal balance refers to the optimal levels and interactions of hormones in the body. However, as men age, testosterone levels naturally decline, leading to a range of symptoms that can impact their quality of life. Our programs are natural and use the body’s ability to achieve specific measured goals, rather than introducing harmful chemicals, controversial hormone replacement, unwanted surgeries, or addictive drugs. Let’s look at some clinical aspects of this scenario that are well within the chiropractic scope. Men with the highest total testosterone had a 24 percent reduced risk of transient ischemic attack or full-blown stroke.27 Clearly, based on this study, the only target for "healthy testosterone" is to maintain total testosterone at or above 550 ng/dL. Only when total testosterone exceeded 550 ng/dL did cardiovascular risk drop. Dr. Alex Jimenez is the non-surgical choice for sciatic nerve pain. The most common symptoms of sciatica include low back pain, hip pain, and radiating pain which extends from the buttocks down into the feet. Chiropractic care can help restore the original alignment of the spine to help improve sciatica. Dr. Alex Jimenez and his staff have provided pain relief to many patients experiencing sciatica.
