Understanding the Upper Cervical Spine

Upper cervical chiropractic care focuses exclusively on the top two bones in your neck—the atlas (C1) and axis (C2). These bones are responsible for supporting the weight of your head and protecting the brainstem, a vital communication hub between your brain and body. Unlike traditional chiropractic care that may adjust the entire spine, upper cervical chiropractors specialize in precise, gentle corrections in this highly sensitive region.

Because the brainstem is so integral to nearly every bodily function—balance, digestion, heart rate, breathing—even slight misalignments in the upper cervical spine can have wide-ranging effects on your health.

How Upper Cervical Care Is Different

Most people associate chiropractic adjustments with twisting or popping of the spine. Upper cervical care takes a different approach. At Wave UCC, we use 3D Cone Beam CT (CBCT) imaging to get a detailed look at your upper spine and develop a custom adjustment plan unique to your anatomy.

Our adjustments are gentle, specific, and tailored. Many patients are surprised at how soft the correction feels—yet how significant the improvement can be.

There’s no cracking, no twisting, and no guessing.

Conditions Commonly Treated with Upper Cervical Care

Because of its focus on nervous system function, upper cervical chiropractic is especially helpful for patients with:

• Migraines and chronic headaches
• Vertigo and dizziness
• Meniere’s disease and ear fullness
• TMJ and jaw dysfunction
• Post-concussion syndrome
• Trigeminal neuralgia and facial pain
• Chronic neck pain and stiffness

What to Expect at Wave Upper Cervical Chiropractic

Your first visit includes a comprehensive consultation and digital CBCT imaging. We’ll explain exactly what we’re looking for, and how your symptoms might relate to your spinal alignment. If you’re a good candidate, we’ll proceed with your first gentle adjustment—followed by a recheck to ensure proper correction.

Our goal is to get you lasting results with fewer adjustments over time. This isn’t just about feeling better—it’s about true healing from the inside out.

Book Your Consultation Today

If you’ve tried traditional chiropractic care or other treatments with limited success, upper cervical chiropractic may be the solution you’ve been looking for. Contact us today to schedule your first appointment and discover the difference of precision care.