At Chattanooga Upper Cervical Chiropractic, we focus on this important area because it plays a major role in posture, balance, movement, and nervous system communication. The upper cervical spine supports the head, helps guide movement, and sits near important structures that help the brain and body communicate.
Because the head is heavy and the upper neck allows a wide range of motion, this area can be affected by posture, injuries, repetitive stress, falls, car accidents, sports trauma, technology use, and everyday strain.
When the upper cervical spine is not functioning properly, the rest of the body may compensate. These changes may affect posture, muscle tension, balance, movement, and overall comfort.
Patients may contact our office when they are dealing with concerns such as:
At Chattanooga Upper Cervical Chiropractic, patient education is an important part of the process. We want patients to understand what we are looking at, why it matters, and what their next steps may be.
The information on this page is for general educational purposes only. It is not medical advice, diagnosis, treatment, or a guarantee of results.
Upper cervical chiropractic care may not be appropriate for every person or every condition. A consultation and evaluation are needed to determine whether care may be right for you.
If you are experiencing a medical emergency, call 911 or seek emergency care immediately.