Ligamentous Cervical Instability: The Hidden Cause of Chronic Symptoms Ligamentous cervical instability affects the spine’s ability to stabilize itself, especially in the upper neck. This condition often causes chronic pain, dizziness, and neurological issues, yet it is frequently overlooked. Understanding the role of ligaments and the upper cervical spine can be life-changing for those with…
The Upper Cervical Spine and Obstructive Sleep Apnea: The Overlooked Connection Obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) is a common condition where breathing repeatedly stops and starts during sleep. While factors like obesity and jaw alignment are well-known contributors, the role of the upper cervical spine is often overlooked. Recent research suggests that misalignments in this region…
Understanding CSF Flow: The Link Between the Upper Cervical Spine, Dizziness, Migraines, and Blurry Vision Cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) flow is a critical factor in maintaining brain and spinal cord health. When CSF flow is disrupted, it can lead to dizziness, migraines, blurry vision, and other debilitating symptoms. These issues are often connected to conditions like…
Dizziness and Blurry Vision When Looking Sideways: How the Upper Cervical Spine and Optokinetic Reflex Play a Role Experiencing dizziness and blurry vision when looking sideways can be alarming and disruptive. This issue often indicates a complex interplay between the eyes, the inner ear, and the upper cervical spine. Understanding why this happens and how…
Neck Pain and Dizziness: How the Upper Neck Affects Balance and Vertigo Neck pain and dizziness often occur together, affecting 20-30% of people at some point in their lives. These symptoms can stem from various sources but are often linked to the upper neck. Understanding the root causes of dizziness and vertigo is vital for…
The Most Common Symptoms of an Atlas Misalignment An atlas misalignment can have widespread effects on your health. The atlas, or C1 vertebra, plays a crucial role in supporting your head and connecting it to your spine. When this vertebra becomes misaligned, it disrupts many systems in your body, leading to a variety of symptoms.…
Concussion Treatment for Kids: Understanding Brain Injuries and the Role of Upper Cervical Care Concussions in children, from toddlers to teenagers, are more common than many realize. These injuries often occur during sports, play, or accidents, and even minor head bumps and birthing injuries can impact the brain and spine. Unfortunately, the effects of…
Vertigo and the Epley Maneuver: Why It May Not Work and What to Do Next Experiencing vertigo can be disorienting and distressing, as the sensation of spinning can severely impact your daily life. For many, the Epley Maneuver is a go-to treatment for vertigo. However, the Epley Maneuver is usually effective for only one type…
Understanding the Cause of Whiplash: The Role of Upper Neck Alignment in Recovery Whiplash is a common yet often misunderstood injury, typically associated with car accidents. But how many miles per hour can cause a concussion or whiplash ? Surprisingly, it only takes a collision at 5 miles per hour to cause this condition. While…
Intracranial Hypertension and Concussion Intracranial hypertension is a common brain condition that develops following a concussion or whiplash injury. In brief, IH occurs when there is an accumulation of cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) within the brain. It is linked with swelling of the brain tissue (aka chronic traumatic encephalopathy, CTE) and is associated with a variety…