Upper Cervical Chiropractic Care is extremely specialized and vitally important. The care is “specific” because of the unique structure and function of the upper cervical spine–the Atlas and the Axis. These two vertebrae, unlike any other in the spine, are primarily held in place by ligaments and muscles, instead of bone. While this allows for greater mobility, structural stability is susceptible to misalignment from traumas such as falls, auto accidents, sports injuries, and birth traumas. Misalignment at this level may produce irritation to the brain stem and nervous system, and compromise an individual’s health.
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