About NUCCA Wellness Clinic of Chicago

Dr. Young H. Chung is a well-known NUCCA Chiropractor associated with Dr. Dickholtz Sr. (recognized with Hypertension study) for 14 years. The NUCCA procedure was designed to correct the entire spine back to a balanced unstressed position. This repositioning reactivates the transmission of healing messages from the brain to the affected part of the body via nervous system so the body’s natural self-healing process can begin.

Why 80% of Migraine Sufferers Experience Neck Pain

Why 80% of Migraine Sufferers Experience Neck Pain Neck pain is a frequent complaint among migraine patients, and it is also one of the primary symptoms that can be observed in migraine patients. According to research, it is evident that neck pain affects 80-89% of the people experiencing migraines. This makes neck pain to be more frequent than other symptoms such as nausea that are evident in migraine. In this case, it is paramount to [Read More]

NUCCA Wellness Clinic of Chicago2024-08-02T15:25:52+00:00August 2nd, 2024|

NUCCA and Scoliosis: A Game Changer

The NUCCA Technique: Revolutionizing Chiropractic Care for Scoliosis Patients In the rapidly advancing field of chiropractic care, specialized techniques like NUCCA (National Upper Cervical Chiropractic Association) are making great strides. At NUCCA Wellness Clinic of Chicago, we pride ourselves on offering this precise, non-invasive method to help alleviate chronic pain and improve overall well-being. What is NUCCA Technique? The NUCCA technique focuses on the alignment of the upper cervical spine, targeting the atlas vertebra (C1). [Read More]

NUCCA Wellness Clinic of Chicago2024-07-16T20:15:06+00:00July 16th, 2024|

The Connection Between Neck Pain and Poor Posture

The Connection Between Neck Pain and Poor Posture Neck pain is a common area amongst adults, and usually associated with leaning forward, more so the head and neck. Studies indicate that a forward head posture is typically observable in cases of neck pain as opposed to those with no symptoms of discomfort. This posture causes quite a lot of strain on the cervical spine and accompanying muscles which ultimately results in neck [Read More]

NUCCA Wellness Clinic of Chicago2024-06-24T19:33:30+00:00June 24th, 2024|

Common Causes of Migraines and Nausea

So, when it comes to migraines, they are a monster with a mind of their own. We mean that figuratively of course, but they render a person who experiences them helpless to do anything about them for hours or even days. Besides just excruciating pain, migraines can be associated with various other symptoms. One common migraine symptom is nausea. The nausea may even become so great that vomiting results. The causes of migraines are not [Read More]

NUCCA Wellness Clinic of Chicago2024-04-10T19:35:20+00:00April 2nd, 2024|

Vertigo —A Frequent Result of Head or Neck Trauma

Dizziness is something that a lot of people deal with. Even though we've figured out what causes dizziness, how to find out what's wrong, and how to treat it, there are still tons of people who feel dizzy without an obvious reason. They might not have issues with their inner ear balance system, their heart and blood vessels, or any injury to their brain. They go to many doctors, trying to figure it out, and [Read More]

NUCCA Wellness Clinic of Chicago2024-03-27T14:59:29+00:00March 27th, 2024|

Signs of Spinal Misalignment

If you have ever had the urge to crack your back, have someone hug you and crack it for you, or crack your neck, you are not alone. Self-cracking one's spine or neck is something most people, or perhaps everyone, has done at one time or another. Though, one's ability to crack their neck or back does not mean it is a good practice. Back pain is a sign of spinal misalignment and that a [Read More]

NUCCA Wellness Clinic of Chicago2024-03-19T01:54:54+00:00March 18th, 2024|

The Hunching Habit: How Poor Computer Posture Causing Neck Pain

Did you know slouching at your computer could lead to serious health problems? Chronic poor posture, especially during extended computer use, impedes lung function and increases the risk of musculoskeletal disorders in the neck, shoulders, and spine. It's a bad cycle that is fairly simple—bad posture feels normal, then worsens, leading to more pain and slouching. This cycle leads to even more slouching and slumping and become harder to correct as one feels normal in [Read More]

NUCCA Wellness Clinic of Chicago2024-02-22T19:57:06+00:00February 29th, 2024|