The National Upper Cervical Chiropractic Association (NUCCA) works to educate people about the benefits of upper cervical chiropractic care. While this approach has been used for over four decades to naturally improve health and balance the body, many people are still unaware of the specialized care that Upper Cervical Doctors provide worldwide.
So, what is upper cervical chiropractic, and how can it help with fibromyalgia?
Understanding the Upper Cervical Spine
The upper cervical spine consists of the C1 (Atlas) and C2 (Axis) vertebrae—the top two bones in the spine, located just beneath the brain stem. Because of their sensitive position, even a slight misalignment can affect overall health. The upper neck plays a critical role in the proper function of the brain stem and central nervous system, influencing:
- Breathing
- Movement
- Hormone regulation
- Vision and hearing
- Cognitive thinking
- Memory
Trauma such as car accidents, falls, sports injuries, domestic violence, or even difficult births can cause misalignments in this area. Often, symptoms may not appear immediately, making it difficult to connect the problem to a past neck injury.
Upper Cervical Chiropractic and Fibromyalgia Relief
Many fibromyalgia sufferers report significant improvements in their symptoms after receiving upper cervical chiropractic care. Research supports this connection: one study with 23 patients showed symptom reductions of over 90% following care.
Upper cervical chiropractic offers a natural, drug-free approach to relieving fibromyalgia symptoms. Unlike medications that only mask symptoms and may cause side effects, upper cervical care addresses the root cause. A typical first visit includes a patient history, physical exam, and possibly X-rays to create a precise, individualized plan. Adjustments are gentle and non-invasive.
If you’re considering natural relief for fibromyalgia, a Board Certified NUCCA Doctor could help restore balance and improve quality of life.
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Dr. Craig Lapenski at Advanced Spinal Care, in Graham, Washington is one of 27 Board Certified NUCCA Doctors worldwide. His clinic serves the highest quality upper cervical care in the Pacific Northwest. Dr. Lapenski also serves a number of patients who are out of state including Alaska, Arizona, California, Hawaii, Kansas, Montana, Nevada, New York, and more! He is uniquely trained to correct problems in the upper cervical spine (upper neck). This vital area is intimately connected to the central nervous system and problems in this area have been shown to be an underlying cause of a variety of different health problems, including migraines, headaches, fibromyalgia, vertigo, neck pain, back pain, and more. More information can be found on our website at https://www.nuccawashington.com/