Can Upper Cervical Care Help With My Neck Pain?
Neck Pain Doctors, Specialists, and Treatments?
Many neck pain treatments focus only on covering up your symptoms when the most commonly overlooked cause of the problem is in the upper spine . The upper neck can be a factor in the development of neck pain for two reasons.
First, the spine works and moves as one, continuous unit. The top two vertebrae, called the atlas and axis, are the most mobile segments in the spine. These two bones move in six different directions, allowing the head to move up or down, bend side to side or turn left to right. The other vertebrae move primarily in two directions, making them stronger and more stable than the top two vertebrae.
Secondly, the upper cervical spine (upper neck) has thousands of “sensors” responsible for maintaining both the proper posture and alignment of the spine, as well as the balance and stability of the head. These sensors are constantly monitoring head position, making the necessary changes throughout the lower spine to assure that the head remains upright.
When the spine is aligned, it is extremely strong and stable. However, due to their mobility, the top two neck bones are especially vulnerable to injury or misalignment. When a misalignment occurs at the top of the neck, the spine compensates or adapts below in an attempt to protect the vital nervous system it houses. This triggers a chain reaction from the top to the bottom of the spine. When the head is thrown off balance, the lower spine is compromised; the pelvis is tilted, one leg may be drawn up or shortened, resulting in an internal weakness and a spine that is unbalanced. This chain reaction makes the spinal muscles, bones, and discs more vulnerable to injury – an accident waiting to happen.
If neglected, an upper cervical misalignment can lead to premature arthritis and irreversible spinal degeneration.
First, the spine works and moves as one, continuous unit. The top two vertebrae, called the atlas and axis, are the most mobile segments in the spine. These two bones move in six different directions, allowing the head to move up or down, bend side to side or turn left to right. The other vertebrae move primarily in two directions, making them stronger and more stable than the top two vertebrae.
Secondly, the upper cervical spine (upper neck) has thousands of “sensors” responsible for maintaining both the proper posture and alignment of the spine, as well as the balance and stability of the head. These sensors are constantly monitoring head position, making the necessary changes throughout the lower spine to assure that the head remains upright.
When the spine is aligned, it is extremely strong and stable. However, due to their mobility, the top two neck bones are especially vulnerable to injury or misalignment. When a misalignment occurs at the top of the neck, the spine compensates or adapts below in an attempt to protect the vital nervous system it houses. This triggers a chain reaction from the top to the bottom of the spine. When the head is thrown off balance, the lower spine is compromised; the pelvis is tilted, one leg may be drawn up or shortened, resulting in an internal weakness and a spine that is unbalanced. This chain reaction makes the spinal muscles, bones, and discs more vulnerable to injury – an accident waiting to happen.
If neglected, an upper cervical misalignment can lead to premature arthritis and irreversible spinal degeneration.
A Misalignment in The Upper Neck is The Most Commonly Over Looked Cause of Neck Pain!
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I first came to the office because I had been having neck pain and stiffness in my neck. After my very first adjustment I noticed my posture was better and I realized I had been limping slightly. That was resolved with treatment. It's wonderful to feel so good as I am 73 years old!
- Mary Kelly
- Mary Kelly
Are You A Candidate For Upper Cervical Care?
Upper Cervical Health Centers of America is a nationwide group of Doctors expertly trained in the Upper Cervical procedure. They have helped thousands of patients regain their health and get their life back. They are dedicated to helping patients just like you who suffer from neck pain, back pain, chronic headaches, migraines and other ailments and diseases caused by brain stem malfunction.
And right now, as part of a community outreach program, our office is offering a FREE consultation to determine if you are a candidate for Upper Cervical care.
WHAT DO I DO NOW?
Call our office (208) 559-0541 or click here to contact us via email. That IS it.
Dr. Grayson Blom, B.Sc., D.C.
Upper Cervical Chiropractic Specialist
5975 Overland Rd.
Boise, Idaho 83709
And right now, as part of a community outreach program, our office is offering a FREE consultation to determine if you are a candidate for Upper Cervical care.
WHAT DO I DO NOW?
Call our office (208) 559-0541 or click here to contact us via email. That IS it.
Dr. Grayson Blom, B.Sc., D.C.
Upper Cervical Chiropractic Specialist
5975 Overland Rd.
Boise, Idaho 83709
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