Neck pain is a common issue, with approximately 10 and 20 percent of adults experiencing this type of pain at some level in their lifetime.  Chronic neck pain can be debilitating, affecting daily activities like driving, working at a desk, or being able to freely move.

There are several potential causes of neck pain, including injuries, poor posture, or various medical conditions.  In many cases, neck pain results from nerve compression or irritation of the spinal cord and nerve pathways.  If the nerves are compressed or the nerve pathways are disrupted, it makes it difficult for the brain and spinal cord to communicate with the rest of the body. When this happens to the nerves in the neck, chronic neck pain is often the result.

When people visit medical doctors for neck pain, the primary physicians may have a hard time determining the exact cause of the pain in the neck. While they typically prescribe pain medication to help relieve the symptoms, they might not be able to diagnose or correct the underlying cause of the neck pain.  However, upper cervical chiropractic care can help reduce neck pain by alleviating pressure on the nerves and restoring the spinal alignment.  In fact, one of the most common reasons people visit a chiropractor is to seek relief from neck pain.

At NUCCA Wellness Clinic of Chicago, we offer specialized upper cervical chiropractic care to provide effective neck pain relief in Chicago, IL and Northwest Suburbs. We specialize in providing upper cervical adjustments with the NUCCA technique, which involves gentle, calculated adjustments by hand. By realigning the upper cervical spine, we aim to alleviate nerve pressure in the neck, leading to neck pain relief.

Cause and Treatment of Neck Pain

Neck pain is a common issue due to the complexity of the neck, which comprises numerous bones, nerves, joints, and muscles, making the neck susceptible to pain and discomfort. One of the most common causes of neck pain is physical traumas or injuries from car accidents, sports activities, or physical strain. Neck injuries are often the result of trauma to the neck or some sort of impact that jerks the neck out of alignment.  Neck pain can also be caused by various medical conditions, stress, or poor posture, gradually affecting the alignment of the upper cervical spine over time. It’s essential to address these factors to manage and prevent neck pain effectively.

When people visit a medical doctor for neck pain, the solutions provided are meant to manage the pain. Doctors may prescribe pain relievers, muscle relaxers, steroid injections, suggest physical therapy, or even recommend surgery in certain instances. While these treatments can be effective in managing the pain, they often do not address the underlying cause of neck pain. If your neck pain is a result of misalignment in the head and neck spine putting pressure on the nerves, upper cervical chiropractic care can help relieve the pain by addressing the root cause of neck pain, leading to a potential long-term improvement.

NUCCA Chiropractor for Neck Pain

At NUCCA Wellness Clinic of Chicago, we specialize in providing upper cervical chiropractic care focusing on correcting the misalignment in the head and neck spine. The upper neck misalignment, specifically called the atlas subluxation, can compress nerves in the neck and disrupt the communication between the nerves and the central nervous system. This can potentially lead to chronic neck pain.

Using the NUCCA technique, our upper cervical specialists can gently realign the head and neck spine. This can help restore the overall body balance and posture that can help with upper back pain relief.  We start the initial process by taking an X-ray to identify any misalignment in the upper cervical spine and determine the precise measurements required for the specific adjustment for each individual. We then gently provide the NUCCA adjustment by hand to restore the alignment of head and neck spine.  A follow up X-ray is taken to ensure the success of the adjustment. Through this specific procedure, many people have found neck pain relief with upper cervical chiropractic care.

Contact NUCCA Wellness Clinic of Chicago

If you have had trouble finding relief for your neck pain, you may be a good candidate for upper cervical care with NUCCA chiropractic.

Call our professionals at (224) 676-1920 to learn more about how we can help or to schedule an appointment at our Chicago, IL or Northwest Suburbs location.