A precise, gentle approach to spinal correction that restores balance to your entire body—without the twisting, cracking, or popping of traditional chiropractic.
NUCCA (National Upper Cervical Chiropractic Association) is a specialized technique that focuses on the atlas vertebra—the topmost bone in your spine that supports your head and protects your brainstem.
When the atlas is misaligned by even a fraction of a degree, it can affect your entire spinal column and nervous system. This creates compensations throughout your body, leading to pain, dysfunction, and decreased quality of life.
Unlike general chiropractic that addresses symptoms throughout the spine, NUCCA corrects the primary misalignment at its source. Once the atlas is properly positioned, the rest of your spine can realign naturally.
Our scientific approach ensures accurate diagnosis and effective correction.
Comprehensive exam including neurological assessment, postural analysis, and specialized X-rays to measure your exact misalignment.
Your X-rays are analyzed using precise mathematical calculations to determine the exact angle and direction of correction needed.
A gentle, controlled touch below the ear repositions the atlas. No twisting, cracking, or sudden movements—just precise pressure.
Post-adjustment X-rays confirm the correction. Follow-up visits monitor your progress and ensure the correction holds.
Many patients are surprised by how gentle a NUCCA adjustment feels. There's no sudden twisting of the neck, no "cracking" sounds, and no discomfort.
The doctor applies a precise, light pressure just below your ear while you lie on your side. Most patients describe it as feeling like having their pulse taken. The adjustment typically takes only a few seconds.
Because the correction is so precise, your body can maintain proper alignment longer—meaning fewer visits and longer-lasting results compared to traditional chiropractic care.
Unlike traditional chiropractic where you're adjusted every visit, NUCCA focuses on corrections that hold. Each follow-up appointment, we check whether your atlas has maintained its position. You're only adjusted when necessary—allowing your body the time it needs to heal and stabilize in its corrected position.
Atlas misalignment can contribute to a wide range of conditions throughout the body.
Chronic and tension headaches
Stiffness and limited mobility
Upper, mid, and lower back
Balance disorders
Leg pain and numbness
Chronic pain and fatigue
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