Pierce Upper Cervical Chiropractic

Welcome to Pierce Upper Cervical Chiropractic, located in the heart of Morningside/Virginia Highlands, where our sole focus is to get you well as quickly as possible so that you can enjoy your life to its fullest. We use the most advanced treatment methods available to our profession to provide you with superior-quality care.

WHAT IS UPPER CERVICAL CHIROPRACTIC?

The first big difference when it comes to upper cervical chiropractic care is that the focus is placed on adjusting just the top two bones in the neck. These bones are called the C1 and C2 vertebrae or the atlas and axis. They play a very specialized role and are unique from all of the other vertebrae.

Because they balance the head, even a slight misalignment in these two bones can result in changes throughout the spine. Also, because they are part of the cervical spine (7 neck bones), they help to facilitate blood flow to the brain via the vertebral foramen (tiny bone loops that offer safe passage to vertebral arteries).

The atlas plays an even more important role. It surrounds and protects the brainstem right at the vital juncture where it meets the spinal cord. Therefore, even the smallest misalignment can affect the function of the central nervous system by putting pressure on the brainstem and reducing blood flow.

Low Force Corrections for Precision and Safety

Once the images are analyzed and the calculations are measured it is time for your first correction. For this procedure, you lay on the table, and the doctor applies some gentle pressure by using an adjustment instrument. We will then perform our post-adjustment exam to ensure that the correction was successful. 

While some patients may not notice anything until the coming days or weeks when long-term problems get better or go away completely. Other more sensitive patients may immediately notice things such as the fact that both legs are the same length after perhaps years of being slightly off balance. Whether you notice the effects instantly or in the weeks to come, the same thing holds true – the adjustments are very gentle and safe. The precise measurements that were taken translate into long-term benefits.

The Long-Lasting Benefits of Upper Cervical Chiropractic Care In Atlanta

Your practitioner may provide you with some tips for helping the adjustment last longer. Once the soft tissue around your atlas and axis stabilize, you can start to space out your appointments. However, the benefits will continue working. Therefore, this becomes a very cost-effective way to get safe and natural care.