Align Clinic & Associates PC

08/31/2025

How Different Types of Shoes Affect Your Body
​Wearing the wrong shoes can throw off your body's alignment and disrupt the natural sequence of a proper gait. This can lead to stress and pain not just in your feet, but also in your ankles, knees, hips, and lower back.

​High Heels: High heels, especially those over 2.5 inches, shift your body's weight forward, causing you to arch your back to maintain balance. This can lead to lower back pain, knee osteoarthritis, and a shortened Achilles tendon. Pointy-toed high heels can also crowd your toes, causing bunions and hammertoes.

​Ballet Flats and Flip-flops: These types of shoes offer little to no arch support or cushioning. Wearing them for extended periods can cause conditions like plantar fasciitis (inflammation of the tissue on the bottom of your foot), Achilles tendinitis, and general foot, knee, and back pain.

​Ill-fitting or Worn-Out Shoes: Shoes that are too tight, too loose, or have worn-out soles and cushioning can cause a variety of problems. Tight shoes can lead to ingrown toenails, blisters, and calluses. Both tight and loose shoes can cause friction, leading to blisters and corns. Worn-out shoes offer poor shock absorption and stability, contributing to foot, shin, and knee pain.

​Identifying Shoe-Related Pain ⁉️

​You can often tell if your shoes are the cause of your discomfort by looking for these signs;

​Persistent Pain: Consistent foot pain or general discomfort after wearing a certain pair of shoes is a strong indicator. This can include a burning sensation, soreness, or tightness.

​Visible Foot Changes: Improper footwear can physically alter your feet over time. Look for signs like bunions (a bony bump on the joint of the big toe), hammertoes (a crooked or bent toe), or the development of corns and calluses.

​Unusual Wear Patterns on Your Shoes: Check the soles of your old shoes. If they are wearing down unevenly, for example, more on the inside of the heel or the big toe area, it can indicate gait issues caused by a lack of proper support.

​Pain Beyond the Feet: If you're experiencing pain in your ankles, knees, hips, or lower back, especially after walking or standing for long periods, it could be a sign that your shoes are affecting your body's overall alignment.

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06/05/2025

GLP-1 (Glucagon-Like Peptide-1) primarily acts on the pancreas to regulate glucose homeostasis. However, GLP-1 receptors are expressed in various other tissues, can cause health problems and complications with organs such as the thyroid, spleen, and gallbladder.

05/30/2025

NCV identifies the location and type of nerve problem (e.g., demyelination vs. axonal loss, focal compression vs. generalized neuropathy).
EMG assesses the impact of the nerve problem on the muscle or directly identifies a muscle disease itself.
Ultrasound provides the anatomical correlate and structural detail to the physiological findings of NCV/EMG. It can confirm the site of compression, visualize the extent of nerve damage, or show direct muscle changes.
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NCV (Nerve Conduction Velocity) and EMG (Electromyography) are diagnostic tests used to evaluate the function of nerves and muscles, often performed together. Ultrasound is used in conjunction with NCV and EMG to visualize nerves and muscles, providing additional information about their structure and function.

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05/29/2025

Detecting the possibility of Cardiovascular Disease (s):
Calcific Aortic Valve Disease
or Heart Attack and or Stroke.
✅Blood Test: LP (a)

05/04/2025

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Neuropathy, or nerve damage, can be caused by various conditions, including diabetes, chemotherapy, and vitamin deficiencies. While it's crucial to address the underlying cause of neuropathy with your healthcare provider, certain vitamins and supplements usually beneficial and assist in managing symptoms and support nerve health.
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B Vitamins:

B1 (Thiamine and Benfotiamine): Thiamine plays a vital role in nerve function and energy production. Benfotiamine, a fat-soluble form of thiamine, may be more effective in some cases of neuropathy, particularly diabetic neuropathy, by helping to prevent the formation of advanced glycation end-products that can damage nerves.

B6 (Pyridoxine): Vitamin B6 is important for nerve health. However, it's crucial to stay within the recommended dosage (generally not exceeding 100 mg per day for adults in supplements) as high doses can paradoxically lead to neuropathy.

B12 (Cobalamin): Vitamin B12 is essential for the formation of red blood cells and nerve function. Deficiency in B12 is a known cause of peripheral neuropathy, and supplementation can be beneficial in such cases, often requiring injections for better absorption. B12 may also aid in nerve regeneration and reduce nerve firing.

B Complex: Some healthcare providers may recommend a B complex supplement to ensure adequate intake of all B vitamins, which work synergistically to support the nervous system.

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Alpha-Lipoic Acid (ALA):
ALA is a potent antioxidant that may help reduce oxidative stress, a factor in nerve damage, particularly in diabetic neuropathy and neuropathy caused by cancer treatment.
Studies suggest ALA can improve nerve conduction, reduce neuropathic pain, and improve symptoms like burning, pain, and numbness.
Typical oral doses range from 600 mg daily, which has shown some effectiveness. However, it's important to note that ALA might lower blood glucose levels, so individuals with diabetes should monitor their blood sugar closely and consult their doctor.
Caution is advised if you have a thiamine deficiency due to excessive alcohol use, as ALA might have toxic effects in such cases.
Other Potential Supplements:

Acetyl-L-Carnitine (ALC): This amino acid and antioxidant may help reduce pain, regenerate nerve fibers, and improve nerve conduction, particularly in diabetic neuropathy.

Vitamin D: While a deficiency in vitamin D is common in individuals with diabetes and neuropathy, more research is needed to establish a direct causal link and the benefits of supplementation for neuropathy symptoms.

Magnesium: This mineral plays a role in nerve function, and some studies suggest it might promote nerve regeneration and reduce the risk of chemotherapy-induced neuropathy. However, both insufficient and excessive intake may be problematic, so it's best to consult a healthcare professional before supplementing.

N-Acetyl Cysteine (NAC): As an antioxidant, NAC may help reduce pain and inflammation associated with neuropathy.

Curcumin: Found in turmeric, curcumin has anti-inflammatory and pain-relieving properties that might help with neuropathy symptoms like numbness and tingling.

Fish Oil: The omega-3 fatty acids in fish oil have anti-inflammatory effects and may aid in nerve repair.
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04/10/2025

Varying slightly between individuals, there are typically at least four major bursae in each shoulder. Some have up to five or six when including smaller or less consistently present bursae.

Bursae (s) of the shoulder:
* Subacromial bursa: This is a large and clinically significant bursa located beneath the acromion (the bony projection on the top of your shoulder blade). It often communicates with the subdeltoid bursa.
* Subdeltoid bursa: Situated beneath the deltoid muscle, this bursa often merges with the subacromial bursa to form the subacromial-subdeltoid bursa.
* Subscapular bursa (or subscapularis recess): Located between the subscapularis tendon and the neck of the scapula.
* Subcoracoid bursa: Found between the coracoid process (another bony projection on the shoulder blade) and the subscapularis tendon.
* Coracoclavicular bursa: Located between the coracoid process and the clavicle.
* Supra-acromial bursa: Situated on top of the acromion.

Bursae are fluid-filled sacs like tiny cushions that help reduce friction between the bones, tendons, and muscles around your shoulder joint, allowing for smooth and pain-free movement. When these bursae become inflamed and or injured can be painful and called bursitis.

03/22/2025

Methotrexate a type of chemotherapy.
💊Used for cancer in higher dose.
💊Used for relief autoimmune conditions in lower dose.

03/13/2025

Magnesium is an essential mineral that supports over 300 chemical reactions in the body. Magnesium Glycinate offers an easily digestible form of magnesium designed to enhance absorption to support critical body functions.*

-Supports muscle relaxation and nervous system health*
-Contains a highly absorbable form of magnesium amino acid chelate.

03/02/2025

RFK Jr mandating companies like Coca-Cola to remove high-fructose corn syrup.

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02/26/2025

Common medications that can irritate and or damage the esophagus;
* Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs):
Aspirin, Ibuprofen, Naproxen.
* Antibiotics:
Tetracyclines (like Doxycycline) and Clindamycin.
* Bisphosphonates:
Alendronate, Risedronate, Binosto, Fosamax Plus D, Fosamax
(used to treat osteoporosis)
* Potassium chloride supplements
* Doxycycline
* Iron supplements
* Vitamin C (Ascorbic acid)

01/31/2025

Inflammatory myositis is a group of chronic systemic disorders characterized by muscle inflammation and progressive muscle weakness. The conditions are often associated with autoimmune responses, where the body's immune system mistakenly attacks its own tissues.

Types of Inflammatory Myositis
Dermatomyositis (DM): Characterized by skin rash and muscle inflammation.
Polymyositis (PM): Muscle inflammation without skin rash.
Inclusion Body Myositis (IBM): Muscle inflammation with characteristic inclusions in muscle cells.
Necrotizing Autoimmune Myopathy (NAM): Muscle inflammation with necrosis (death) of muscle cells.

Symptoms
Progressive muscle weakness, especially in proximal muscles (shoulders, hips, thighs)
Muscle pain and tenderness
Fatigue
Skin rash
Difficulty swallowing or speaking
Respiratory problems

Causes and Risk Factors
Autoimmune responses
Genetic predisposition
Environmental triggers (e.g., infections, toxins)
Certain medications

Diagnosis
Medical history and physical examination
Muscle biopsy
Laboratory tests (e.g., creatine kinase, electromyography)
Imaging studies (e.g., MRI, CT scans)