What To Expect
Having the head and neck spine to be in proper alignment is vital for optimal health. The upper cervical spine, consisting of the atlas (C1) and axis (C2) vertebrae, sits directly under the skull where the brainstem is located. The brainstem regulates the autonomic central nervous system, including posture control. When the upper cervical spine is out of alignment, this can put pressure on the brainstem and irritate the outgoing nerves which disrupts the communication between the brain and the rest of the body.
This type of compression or restriction in the uppermost cervical spine can lead to pain throughout the body including the head, face, neck, back, hips, and legs. Proper upper cervical care can provide relief for a wide variety of ailments. The primary goal for upper cervical chiropractic care is to alleviate stress and pressure on the nerves, restoring proper nerve function, and promoting the self-healing capacity that we already have. Maintaining the alignment of the upper cervical spine is important for proper functioning of the nervous system and reducing pain and discomfort throughout the body.
At NUCCA Wellness Clinic of Chicago, we specialized in providing upper cervical care using the NUCCA treatment for patients in Chicago, IL and the Northwest Suburbs. Using the NUCCA technique, we provide gentle, yet precise adjustments to correct the atlas subluxation and realign the head and neck spine. The realignment of the head and neck spine has been shown to provide relief for a wide range of symptoms that patients may not find from traditional medical care. Our focus is on addressing the root cause of health issues by ensuring there is no interference between the brain and the rest of the body.
What is NUCCA Chiropractic Treatment?
NUCCA chiropractic is a specialized technique developed by the National Upper Cervical Chiropractic Association (NUCCA). It focuses on correcting misalignment of the atlas (C1) and axis (C2) vertebrae in the upper neck spine. This precise technique utilizes physics and mathematics to calculate the exact pathway and corrective force needed for realigning the head, neck, and atlas. The NUCCA adjustment is gentle that most patients do feel it as a light touch or pressure. The adjustment is administered by hand without any twisting or popping of the neck. Most patients do not feel the force from the adjustment.
The correcting of the head and neck spine restores balance to the body and allows for better communication between the brain and the rest of the body. Upper cervical care alleviates stress and tension on the nerves, which can help reduce pain throughout the body.
NUCCA chiropractic care offers a natural and non-invasive approach to promote overall well-being. By addressing the root cause of various health issues, patients can experience improved nerve functions and a much better quality of life.
What to Expect from NUCCA Treatment
Our NUCCA specialists are dedicated to helping you find relief and enhancing your body’s natural healing ability through upper cervical chiropractic care. When you visit our office for the first time, we will first do an evaluation to see if you are the right candidate for upper cervical care. We will take the time to discuss your medical history, prior health issues, injuries and accidents, surgeries, and ongoing treatment plan. Also, we will discuss your complaints and symptoms to understand how they are impacting your life. Then, we will examine your posture to identify any signs of misalignment. With all this information, we would take time to understand your treatment goals, which is crucial for us to provide the most effective care. We can determine if our upper cervical care will be beneficial for you, and if we cannot help you, we will refer you to a care provider who can.
During the second visit, we will gather all the information necessary to provide you with our recommended care plan. This will include physical exams, posture measurements, and X-rays to accurately identify misalignments in the upper cervical spine. X-ray analysis will help us make the calculations necessary to determine the precise force required to bring your upper cervical spine back into alignment.
During this second visit, you will also receive the initial NUCCA adjustment by hand. You may not feel the manipulative force from the adjustment; however, you may experience some soreness the next day or two after the initial correction. To verify the adjustment has been made as intended, we will take follow-up X-rays to confirm that the misalignments are being corrected effectively.
We tailor our treatment individually to each patient to correct upper cervical subluxations based on their unique pattern and needs. The frequency of adjustments needed will vary from person to person. We’ll only provide further adjustments if we determine they are absolutely necessary. Our goal is to provide as few adjustments as possible to correct the misalignment and allow the body to heal itself.
Our goal is to provide you with a personalized and effective upper cervical care plan to support your healing journey and improve your overall wellness. In order to achieve this goal, we ill guide you on how to maintain the atlas correction.
Contact NUCCA Wellness Clinic of Chicago
If you are dealing with chronic pain in your head, face, neck, back, legs, or other parts of your body, and have struggled to find relief from conventional treatments, you may be a good candidate for upper cervical chiropractic care. To schedule an initial consultation at our Chicago, IL location, call us at (224) 676-1920.
