How Does an Atlas Adjustment Work Without Cracking? When people hear “chiropractic adjustment,” they often picture twisting or cracking the neck. But this is just one type of adjustment. Techniques like Blair, Atlas Orthogonal, and NUCCA offer a different approach, focusing on precision and gentle force. An atlas adjustment works without cracking by addressing the…
What is the difference between the Blair, Atlas Orthogonal, and NUCCA Upper Cervical Techniques? Are you looking for a Blair, Atlas Orthogonal, or NUCCA upper cervical chiropractor? If so, you’re not alone! Most people in the United States who search for an upper cervical chiropractor are the kinds of people who have been suffering from…
Understanding Atlas Misalignment Symptoms Atlas misalignment symptoms can disrupt your daily life and overall well-being. The atlas, the top cervical vertebra, supports the head and allows smooth head movement. When misaligned, it can affect your body’s entire structure and nervous system function, leading to diverse and often debilitating symptoms. Let’s explore these symptoms and their…
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…
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…
How Brain Fog relates to a Neck Injury Have you ever felt like you’re walking through life in a mental haze, unable to focus, remember details, or think clearly? This common yet frustrating experience is often referred to as “brain fog.” Despite being a non-medical term, brain fog describes a very real and disruptive collection…
Whiplash and Dizziness: What’s the Connection? Dizziness is one of the most common symptoms following a whiplash injury. Even without neck pain or headaches, dizziness can indicate damage to your cervical spine. Understanding the Cervical Spine and Dizziness Your neck contains three primary types of nerve receptors: Pain receptors Pressure receptors (detect movement) Proprioceptors (regulate…
Post-Concussion Syndrome: Understanding the Factors and Treatments Post-concussion syndrome (PCS) is a complex and often debilitating condition that arises following a head or neck injury. It can persist for weeks, months, or even years after the initial trauma, manifesting a range of symptoms: headaches migraines brain fog dizziness & vertigo chronic fatigue inflammation full-body pain…