Integrated Telemedicine to Treat Sports Injuries

How ChiroMed Integrated Medicine in El Paso, TX, Uses Telemedicine to Treat Sports Injuries Fast and Completely

If you live in El Paso or play sports anywhere in West Texas, a twisted ankle, shoulder pain, or concussion can stop you in your tracks. At ChiroMed Integrated Medicine Holistic Healthcare in El Paso, TX, Dr. Alexander Jimenez, DC, APRN, FNP-BC, and his team combine chiropractic care and nurse practitioner services through telemedicine to get athletes back in the game—often without ever leaving home.

ChiroMed’s unique dual-provider model lets patients see both a board-certified nurse practitioner and an integrative chiropractor during a single virtual visit. This means faster answers, comprehensive care, and a single plan that addresses both the medical and musculoskeletal sides of your injury.

Why ChiroMed’s Telemedicine Program Works So Well for El Paso Athletes

Living in El Paso, Las Cruces, or even far west Texas ranches means long drives to specialists. ChiroMed’s telemedicine program removes that barrier.

• Same-day or next-day virtual visits – no waiting weeks for an appointment.
• No driving across town, to Juarez, or to Albuquerque for imaging or follow-ups.
• See both the NP and chiropractor in one video call.
• Perfect for high school athletes in EPISD, Socorro ISD, Canutillo, Clint, Fabens, or Fort Hancock who get hurt Friday night and need help Saturday morning.
• Great for college and club athletes traveling for tournaments.

Johns Hopkins Medicine reports that telemedicine saves time, reduces travel, and fits busy schedules (Johns Hopkins Medicine, n.d.).

How the ChiroMed Team Works Together on Your Screen

When you book a telemedicine visit with ChiroMed Integrated Medicine in El Paso, here’s exactly what happens:

The Nurse Practitioner (APRN/FNP-BC) side:

• Takes your full medical history
• Orders X-rays, MRIs, or lab work the same day (sent to local El Paso imaging centers)
• Prescribes pain or anti-inflammatory medication if needed
• Rules out fractures, concussions, or other urgent issues

The Integrative Chiropractor (Dr. Jimenez) side:

• Performs a live virtual orthopedic and neurological exam
• Watches how you move your spine, shoulders, knees, or ankles on camera
• Guides you through specific corrective exercises and stretches right then
• Checks spinal alignment and joint function remotely

Because both providers are on the same team at ChiroMed, they talk instantly and build one unified plan—no conflicting advice.

Real Examples from ChiroMed Patients in El Paso

• A Socorro High School football player with a possible concussion got evaluated Saturday morning via telemedicine, was cleared with a safe return-to-play plan, and avoided an unnecessary ER trip.
• A UTEP soccer player with low back pain started guided rehab exercises the same day and returned to practice in 10 days instead of 4–6 weeks.
• A weekend warrior from Horizon City with shoulder pain got an MRI ordered on Monday, meds prescribed, and daily home exercises—never missed work.

Dr. Alexander Jimenez notes that this combined approach often cuts recovery time in half compared to traditional single-provider care (Dr. Alexander Jimenez, personal observation, 2025).

What a ChiroMed Telemedicine Visit Looks Like

1. Book online or call the El Paso office – same-day spots are usually available.
2. Get a secure video link sent to your phone.
3. Join from home, the field, or even the team bus.
4. The NP reviews history and orders any tests.
5. Dr. Jimenez performs the movement exam and teaches corrective exercises live.
6. You leave the call with:
   • A clear diagnosis
   • Prescriptions sent to your pharmacy (Walgreens, CVS, or Walmart on the east or west side)
   • Imaging orders for places like El Paso MRI or University Medical Center
   • A custom video exercise program
   • Follow-up schedule (usually weekly virtual check-ins)

Extra Benefits for El Paso and Far West Texas Families

• Parents in Anthony, Vinton, or Fabens don’t have to spend a whole day driving.
• Military families at Fort Bliss can get care even when deployed family members are away.
• Spanish-speaking staff available for fully bilingual visits.
• Accepts most major insurance plans plus affordable self-pay rates.

Research shows that telemedicine reduces unnecessary ER visits and provides athletes with expert care faster (OrthoLive, n.d.; InjureFree, n.d.).

Conditions ChiroMed Treats Successfully with Telemedicine

• Sprained ankles and knees
• Back and neck pain from tackles or falls
• Shoulder and rotator cuff injuries
• Concussion evaluation and return-to-play plans
• Tennis elbow, runner’s knee, shin splints
• Post-game muscle strains

Start Your Recovery Today – From Anywhere in El Paso

You don’t have to wait until Monday or drive across the city in pain. ChiroMed Integrated Medicine Holistic Healthcare in El Paso, TX, offers telemedicine visits seven days a week.

Call (915) 850-0900 or book online at dralexjimenez.com to receive both chiropractic and nurse practitioner care in a single virtual visit.

References

Dr. Alexander Jimenez. (2025). Personal clinical observations on integrative telemedicine for sports injuries [Personal communication]. https://dralexjimenez.com/

Hopkins Medicine. (n.d.). Benefits of telemedicine. https://www.hopkinsmedicine.org/health/treatment-tests-and-therapies/benefits-of-telemedicine

InjureFree. (n.d.). Breaking boundaries: The power of telemedicine in sports. https://www.injurefree.com/blog/technology-fridays-breaking-boundaries-the-power-of-telemedicine-in-sports-expertise-at-your-fingertips

OrthoLive. (n.d.). Five ways telehealth helps sports doctors improve their practice. https://www.ortholive.com/blog/five-ways-telehealth-helps-sports-doctors-improve-their-practice/