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Upper Cervical Chiropractic: Everything You Need to Know

Posted in Head Disorders Lower Extremities Upper Extremities Lumbosacral and Pelvic Neck Disorders Thoracic and Ribs

Date: Nov 21, 2025

Upper Cervical Chiropractic: Everything You Need to Know

Upper cervical chiropractic is a specialized form of chiropractic care that focuses exclusively on correcting misalignments in the top two vertebrae of the spine (C1-atlas and C2-axis). Unlike traditional chiropractic, which addresses the entire spine, this technique uses precise, gentle adjustments to restore proper alignment and nervous system function without ...

Age Isn’t the Enemy — Misalignment Is: How Chiropractic Keeps You Moving

Posted in Health Disodres

Date: Nov 5, 2025

Age Isn’t the Enemy — Misalignment Is: How Chiropractic Keeps You Moving

Mobility is freedom, the quiet independence that lets older adults walk, garden, and live without fear of falling. But with age, the spine becomes less forgiving. Years of wear, minor injuries, and posture changes often distort the upper cervical alignment, the delicate joint where the atlas (C1) and axis (C2) vertebrae ...

How Dangerous is Cervical Spinal Stenosis?

Posted in Neck Disorders

Date: Oct 19, 2025

How Dangerous is Cervical Spinal Stenosis?

Understanding Cervical Spinal Stenosis Cervical spinal stenosis occurs when the spinal canal in the neck narrows, placing pressure on the spinal cord and surrounding nerves.This compression can trigger neck pain, numbness, balance problems, and even fatigue, symptoms that often worsen if left untreated. The narrowing may develop slowly over time due to ...

Neck Pain That Won’t Go Away? The Role of the Atlas and Axis Vertebrae

Posted in Neck Disorders

Date: Oct 6, 2025

Neck Pain That Won’t Go Away? The Role of the Atlas and Axis Vertebrae

At the very top of your spine sit two remarkable bones, the atlas (C1) and axis (C2). Together, they act as the pivot that supports and moves your head. The atlas cradles your skull and allows nodding motion (“yes”).The axis provides rotation (“no”) through a peg-like structure called the dens.These tiny ...

Cervicogenic Headaches vs. Migraines: Exploring Upper Cervical Chiropractic

Posted in Head Disorder

Date: Sep 22, 2025

Cervicogenic Headaches vs. Migraines: Exploring Upper Cervical Chiropractic

Headaches disrupt daily routines for millions, often leaving sufferers searching for answers amid a haze of discomfort. Two types stand out for their intensity and persistence: cervicogenic headaches and migraines. While they share some traits, like one-sided pain, distinguishing between them matters greatly for effective management. Issues in the neck can ...

Back-to-School Season: What Chiropractors Want Parents to Know

Posted in Lumbosacral and Pelvic

Date: Sep 8, 2025

Back-to-School Season: What Chiropractors Want Parents to Know

Every September, we watch families go through the same mix of emotions—children buzzing with excitement, parents snapping photos on the front porch, and teachers preparing their classrooms for a new year. It’s a special season, no doubt. But in our chiropractic office, we also notice another side to back-to-school: more young ...

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