• In addition to anteroposterior (AP) and lateral views, radiographs of the upper cervical spine include the open-mouth view. (medscape.com)
  • The upper cervical spine is defined by the two most cephalad cervical atypical vertebrae, C1 (the atlas) and C2 (the axis). (medscape.com)
  • This region is distinct in anatomic shape and is more mobile than the lower cervical spine (ie, the subaxial cervical spine). (medscape.com)
  • the remaining motion of the cervical spine is distributed among the subaxial spine vertebral motion segments as a fractional amount (~7%) per level and is less in total than the C1-C2 lateral rotation. (medscape.com)
  • This area of the upper cervical spine is extremely mobile, and its stability is dependent on ligamentous structures. (medscape.com)
  • An explanation of cervical spine and neck instability. (caringmedical.com)
  • Atlantoaxial instability: C1 and C2 hypermobility causes cervical spine instability and artery, vein, and nerve compression. (caringmedical.com)
  • Non-surgical treatment - Cervical Spine Stability and Restoring Lordosis -Making a case for regeneration and repair of the spinal ligaments. (caringmedical.com)
  • The tissue injury and clinical signs and symptoms of cervical spine strain/sprain injuries are treated during the acute phase of rehabilitation. (medscape.com)
  • Upper cervical doctors specialize in checking, analyzing, and adjusting your upper neck without any twisting, cracking or popping (when necessary) to ensure that your spine and nervous system are working at their optimum in order to give your body the best chance to heal, function, and adapt to its external environment at its highest potential. (owensboroatlascenter.com)
  • Once the data is collected, 3D spinal images will be taken of your upper cervical spine via Cone Beam CT (CBCT). (owensboroatlascenter.com)
  • The stability of cervical spine is violated by various traumatic and non-traumatic causes. (edu.bd)
  • The importance of the cervical spine is well known for acting as junction between head and torso. (atlasprofilaxmethod.com)
  • The atlas, the first cervical vertebra, is involved in more than 50% of the rotation of the cervical spine. (atlasprofilaxmethod.com)
  • The misaligned Atlas can put pressure and pull on these little ligaments called dentate ligaments, which suspend your spinal cord inside the spine. (mtdorafamilychiro.com)
  • Upper cervical chiropractic is a specialised branch of chiropractic care that focuses on the alignment and function of the upper cervical spine, specifically the atlas (C1) and axis (C2) vertebrae. (topchiropractic.co.uk)
  • Upper cervical chiropractors use specific assessment techniques, such as thorough postural analysis, and advanced imaging, and thermography to help identify misalignments in the upper cervical spine that can interfere with nerve and brainstem function (Woodfield et al. (topchiropractic.co.uk)
  • By restoring proper alignment and function to the upper cervical spine, upper cervical chiropractors aim to eliminate interference to the nervous system, promote optimal communication between the brain and body, and facilitate the body's natural healing processes, empowering you to live your best life. (topchiropractic.co.uk)
  • After years of observation and research, B.J. Palmer concluded that the upper cervical spine was the most critical area and the root cause of many conditions seen in his clinic (Palmer 1934). (topchiropractic.co.uk)
  • By addressing the alignment of the upper cervical spine, upper cervical chiropractic aims to facilitate optimal communication between the brain and the body. (topchiropractic.co.uk)
  • Research now confirms the critical role of the upper cervical spine in maintaining a healthy nervous system, with an astounding 95% of nervous system interference occurring at the C1/2 level (Collins & Pfleger 1994). (topchiropractic.co.uk)
  • This term refers to the region consisting of the occiput (base of the skull) and the atlas (C1) and axis (C2) vertebrae of the cervical spine. (topchiropractic.co.uk)
  • The occiput provides important attachment points for muscles and ligaments and contributes to the stability and mobility of the upper cervical spine. (topchiropractic.co.uk)
  • Both conditions together, the Occipital Condylar Compression and the Cranio-Caudal Atlas Deviation are responsible for the irritation of the brain stem, the compression and angulation on one of the vertebral arteries, the congestion of the intracranial CSF, the poor vascularization of the superficial petrous nerve, the reactive muscular-fascial syndrome and the transfer of the center of gravity of the spine, from L2-L3 to L5-S1. (atlasprofilax.la)
  • The cervical spine has to dissipate the forces acting on the head, protect the brain stem and the nerves and blood vessels that travel through it. (atlasprofilax.la)
  • The Atlas Orthogonal Precision Adjusting Technique is a gentle and specific chiropractic technique that adjusts the first and highest vertebra in the spine, the C1, also known as the Atlas. (backtohealthtexas.com)
  • After the examination, Dr. Michlin will take a series of full spine x-rays which includes cervical thoracic and lumbar views. (backtohealthtexas.com)
  • This region, usually referred to as the upper cervical spine or the craniocervical junction, is arguably one of the most unique and important parts of the human body. (getwellnj.com)
  • The atlas vertebra (C1) and axis vertebra (C2) are of a completely different shape than those of the rest of the spine. (getwellnj.com)
  • The atlas, in particular, lacks features that create stability in the rest of the spine. (getwellnj.com)
  • Your atlas (C1), the top vertebral bone in your spine, surrounds and protects the brainstem. (barrettchiropractic.com)
  • At Berner Upper Cervical Chiropractic , we use an upper cervical approach called Orthospinology, similar to NUCCA, Grostic, and Atlas Orthogonal, to correct the entire spine. (bernerchiro.com)
  • It's an evidence-based procedure that analyzes the unique misalignment of the upper cervical spine and its influence on postural reflexes of the entire body. (bernerchiro.com)
  • Why Focus on the Upper Cervical Spine? (bernerchiro.com)
  • We see the same thing when the upper cervical spine misaligns and the head moves off center. (bernerchiro.com)
  • Think of it as a misalignment of the entire body, not just the upper cervical spine. (bernerchiro.com)
  • The upper cervical spine has a unique influence on the postural responses of everything below it. (bernerchiro.com)
  • No. The Orthospinology adjustment of the upper cervical spine is very gentle. (bernerchiro.com)
  • Anterior plate fixation of the cervical spine. (spine-practice.com)
  • The cervical spine is made up of 7 vertebrae. (medscape.com)
  • The cervical spine is much more mobile than the thoracic or lumbar regions of the spine. (medscape.com)
  • Unlike the other parts of the spine, the cervical spine has transverse foramina in each vertebra for the vertebral arteries that supply blood to the brain. (medscape.com)
  • The cervical spine is made up of the first 7 vertebrae, referred to as C1-7 (see the images below). (medscape.com)
  • The cervical spine may be divided into 2 parts: upper and lower. (medscape.com)
  • Lateral radiograph of cervical spine showing all 7 vertebrae. (medscape.com)
  • The upper cervical spine consists of the atlas (C1) and the axis (C2). (medscape.com)
  • 1, 2, 3, 4] These first 2 vertebrae are quite different from the rest of the cervical spine (see the image below). (medscape.com)
  • The upper part of the spine is known as the upper cervical spine or the craniocervical junction. (zenithchiroco.com)
  • This means that mechanical tension can be transmitted from the upper cervical spine to the brainstem when it has become misaligned. (zenithchiroco.com)
  • Patients with trigeminal neuralgia typically have a history of injury to the cervical spine such as a motor vehicle collision, concussion, or whiplash type injury. (zenithchiroco.com)
  • Injury to the upper cervical spine in a motor vehicle collision, sports injury, or after a concussion are very common predisposing factors to trigeminal neuralgia problems. (zenithchiroco.com)
  • These types of injuries produce a mechanical displacement of the upper cervical spine. (zenithchiroco.com)
  • The cascade of negative nerve impulses from the damaged tissues of the upper cervical spine may produce a hypersensitivity of the central nervous system to pain, a phenomenon known as central or peripheral sensitization. (zenithchiroco.com)
  • As a hallmark of trigeminal neuralgia, these symptoms that spill over from the injured upper cervical spine may be the underlying cause of trigeminal neuralgia problems in certain individuals. (zenithchiroco.com)
  • The cervical spine is called the neck. (mispineandjointcare.com)
  • Craniocervical junction abnormalities are congenital or acquired abnormalities of the occipital bone, foramen magnum, or first two cervical vertebrae that decrease the space for the lower brain stem and cervical cord. (msdmanuals.com)
  • Craniocervical junction abnormalities, of which there are many, can be congenital or acquired. (msdmanuals.com)
  • Now that this C1 is exposed and the edge of the foramen magnum is identified, dissection is carefully conducted over the dura at the level of their posterior craniocervical junction. (neurosurgicalatlas.com)
  • The craniocervical junction. (neurosurgicalatlas.com)
  • To the best of our knowledge neither AARF nor the role of computerized tomography to investigate the craniocervical junction, have been reported in patients with SSS. (biomedcentral.com)
  • Not only is your upper neck region (also known as craniocervical junction) important for brainstem protection, but a misaligned atlas can also effect blood flow to the brain and cerebrospinal fluid flow. (barrettchiropractic.com)
  • We use the most advanced X-ray imaging techniques and computer software to analyze the craniocervical junction in three dimensions. (bernerchiro.com)
  • The most common cause is Chiari-like malformation, which is a complex abnormality characterised by overcrowding of the craniocervical junction and obstruction of CSF flow through the foramen magnum. (marysfamilymedicine.org)
  • When the craniocervical junction (head and neck) is injured, the NUCCA process works to reduce interference to the nervous system using a precise, gentle, non-invasive spinal adjusting technique. (chippewavalleyhealth.com)
  • Syringomyelia development is caused by a combination of brachycephaly and malformation of the craniocervical junction. (hallmarq.net)
  • This, in association with craniocervical junction malformations (deviated dens, C1 overlap with the foramen, quadrigeminal cysts, medullary kinking and dorsal atlantoaxial fibrous bands) is associated with the formation of syringomyelia. (hallmarq.net)
  • Compression of the veins that surround the cervical vertebrae. (caringmedical.com)
  • We will sit with the patient and their spouse or partner and then tell them that we believe many of their symptoms are coming from compression of their jugular vein, the compression is being caused by pressure from the cervical vertebrae or a problem with the styloid process at the base of the skull and possible carotid artery syndrome. (caringmedical.com)
  • Jimmy's poll is very tight, soft tissue around the Atlas very hard and sensitive during massage and C3-C5 (neck vertebrae) seem stuck and unrelenting. (bestsaddlefit.com)
  • It restores the normal alignment of the vertebrae at the junction between the head and neck. (getwellnj.com)
  • The focus of Blair upper cervical care is to correct the alignment of the C1 and C2 vertebrae for the purpose of restoring normal body nerve function. (atlashealth.com.au)
  • The atlas is ring-shaped and does not have a body, unlike the rest of the vertebrae. (medscape.com)
  • The brainstem is a region of the central nervous system that inhabits the lower skull and upper neck, being protected by the bony structures of the skull base, atlas, and axis vertebrae. (zenithchiroco.com)
  • Additionally, the atlas bone (C1 vertebrae) can become positioned within the foramen at the base of the skull, causing compression of the caudal aspect of the cerebellum and exacerbating the effect of occipital bone dysplasia. (hallmarq.net)
  • The neurolocalization corresponds to the damage done by the syringomyelia, which can extend from the cranial cervical vertebrae into the lumbar vertebral column. (hallmarq.net)
  • The neck supports the weight of the head and allows the greatest range of motion due to two specially shaped vertebrae, the ring-shaped atlas and the peg-shaped axis, which are the first two vertebrae. (mispineandjointcare.com)
  • The C1 vertebra (atlas) is a closed ring. (medscape.com)
  • The first cervical vertebra, Atlas has different features from other cervical vertebra. (edu.bd)
  • Cervical vertebra is an important part of bony anatomy of craniovertebral junction. (edu.bd)
  • In this study total 103 dried, unbroken atlas vertebra of unknown age and sex were collected from 1st and 2nd year students of Jahurul Islam Medical College, 2023 in kishoreganj. (edu.bd)
  • AtlasPROfilax ® , a modern neuromuscular massage technique, applies vibro pressure and massages the short neck muscles, with significant and sustainable effect on the first cervical vertebra (atlas). (atlasprofilaxmethod.com)
  • It directly rests upon the atlas (C1), which is the first cervical vertebra. (topchiropractic.co.uk)
  • The vertebra below the atlas (C1) that has a projection called the Dens, which protrudes through the middle of the atlas. (topchiropractic.co.uk)
  • The cranio-flower deviation of the Atlas consists of a small parasagittal alteration of the position of the Atlas, a vertebra that in many cases is found in a descending direction with respect to the body, as a consequence of diverse mechanical factors. (atlasprofilax.la)
  • By precisely adjusting the alignment of this single vertebra, an Atlas Orthogonal chiropractor can improve a patient's bodily functions, health conditions, and ultimately quality of life. (backtohealthtexas.com)
  • When there's been an injury to the head or neck, it has the potential to cause a misalignment of the vertebra that sits at the junction between them. (getwellnj.com)
  • The atlas is the first vertebra in your neck and is also known as C1. (atlashealth.com.au)
  • Cervical vertebra. (medscape.com)
  • I'll be discussing the effect of an upper cervical misalignment on migraine headaches . (mtdorafamilychiro.com)
  • Cervical misalignment that can be transferred to other vertebral segments, leading to scoliosis. (atlasprofilax.la)
  • This blood flow can be inhibited when an upper cervical misalignment is present. (barrettchiropractic.com)
  • A precise correction of the misalignment from an upper cervical chiropractor is vital in relieving these changes and allowing the body to properly adapt and heal. (barrettchiropractic.com)
  • Once the misalignment is understood by the doctor, there is no need for further x-rays because correlating the relationship between posture and upper cervical misalignment allows posture to then be used thereafter to judge alignment. (chippewavalleyhealth.com)
  • This is otherwise known as the Cranial Cervical Junction where your head and neck come together. (mtdorafamilychiro.com)
  • There is an area of bone missing between the posterior cranial cervical junction, that one should not inadvertently enter using the Bovie electrocautery. (neurosurgicalatlas.com)
  • The malformation is best visualized on a midsagittal view (preferably T2-weighted), which includes the caudal fossa and cranial cervical cord. (vin.com)
  • The upper cervical views are a special series which allow Dr. Michlin to analyze the upper cervical region, also known as the Cranial Cervical Junction (CCJ). (backtohealthtexas.com)
  • Accordingly, we now understand it to be a "global" skull and cranial cervical junction malformation. (hallmarq.net)
  • His poll, neck and cervical/thoracic junction, however, still feel uncomfortable enough to threaten a nip or shake the head assertively. (bestsaddlefit.com)
  • Cervico-thoracic junction fixation options. (spine-practice.com)
  • The discs have similar height and smaller diameter than in the cervical or lumbar region. (atlasprofilax.la)
  • Conservative management of cervical and lumbar pain. (spine-practice.com)
  • Our Fort Worth, TX, Atlas Orthogonal chiropractor, Dr. Chris Michlin, is uniquely qualified to treat patients in and around the DFW region as he is the only Board Certified Atlas Orthogonal chiropractor in North Texas. (backtohealthtexas.com)
  • If you've been living with chronic pain or dysfunction for an extended period, contact our Board Certified Atlas Orthogonal Chiropractor today to schedule an appointment. (backtohealthtexas.com)
  • The significance is the proximity to the brain, brainstem, and upper cervical spinal cord, but that is contrasted with the very significant motion that occurs in this area. (medscape.com)
  • impaired epiphyseal bone growth, resulting in shortened, malformed bones) sometimes causes the foramen magnum to narrow or fuse with the atlas and thus may compress the spinal cord or brain stem. (msdmanuals.com)
  • Disturbance of the normal free flow of CSF through the foramen magnum appears to be a major factor responsible for the formation of a syrinx in the cervical spinal cord (2, 16, 17). (marysfamilymedicine.org)
  • According to Steele's rule of thirds, at the level of the atlas, the odontoid process, the subarachnoid space, and spinal cord each occupy one third of the area of the spinal canal. (medscape.com)
  • In unresponsive patients or those who are unable to report symptoms or pain, a C1 fracture or an occipital cervical dislocation must be excluded by radiographic screening. (medscape.com)
  • It consists of a highly specific vibratory-resonant application on the short neck muscles that positively affects the cranio-cervical hinge (Occipital - Atlas - Axis) because it corrects the Minor Intervertebral Derangement of the Atlas that consists of the Condylar Compression of the Occipital and the Cranio-Caudal Deviation of the Atlas. (atlasprofilax.la)
  • The first 2, C1 and C2, are highly specialized and are given unique names: atlas and axis, respectively. (medscape.com)
  • The atlas articulates superiorly with the occiput (the atlanto-occipital joint) and inferiorly with the axis (the atlantoaxial joint). (medscape.com)
  • Note uniquely shaped atlas and axis (C1 and C2). (medscape.com)
  • The axis articulates with the atlas via its superior articular facets, which are convex and face upward and outward. (medscape.com)
  • Parts of the occiput, atlas, and axis are derived from the proatlas. (medscape.com)
  • Research on cervical instability and Prolotherapy. (caringmedical.com)
  • The assessment of the Cranio-cervical junction for suspicion of Cranio-cervical Instability. (lifewest.edu)
  • The best Imaging modalities for assessing Cranio-Cervical Instability. (lifewest.edu)
  • What Constitutes Suspicion of Cranio-Cervical Instability and When to Consider Co-Management utilizing Regenerative Cellular Therapies. (lifewest.edu)
  • The apical, alar, and transverse ligaments, by allowing spinal column rotation, provide further stabilization and prevent posterior displacement of the dens in relation to the atlas. (medscape.com)
  • Although patients are routinely asked to flex and extend their necks to determine range of motion (ROM), some of the motion observed is between the occiput and the atlas, and as the patient rotates laterally, at least 50% of that motion is atlantoaxial. (medscape.com)
  • The stability of atlas is provided by two symmetrical lateral masses that are united by anterior and posterior arches. (edu.bd)
  • The odontoid process is held in tight proximity to the posterior aspect of the anterior arch of the atlas by the transverse ligament, which stabilizes the atlantoaxial joint. (medscape.com)
  • The atlas is made up of a thick anterior arch, a thin posterior arch, 2 prominent lateral masses, and 2 transverse processes. (medscape.com)
  • Similar to Chiari type I of humans, there is a wide spectrum of possible neurologic presentations for dogs with CM/SM, including cervical myelopathy, cerebellovestibular dysfunction, and forebrain dysfunction (e.g., seizure activity). (vin.com)
  • The NUCCA process brings several generations of clinical research to correcting the Atlas Subluxation Complex. (chippewavalleyhealth.com)
  • The combined structural displacement and neurological compromise to the upper neck is known as an upper cervical subluxation. (zenithchiroco.com)
  • This hypersensitivity means that patients with upper cervical subluxation may experience abnormal pain sensations such as an extreme level of pain to other wise normal stimulation. (zenithchiroco.com)
  • These lateral masses are the most bulky and solid parts of the atlas, supportive elements composed of superior and inferior articular facets. (edu.bd)
  • hence, the head may be displaced on the neck, and the atlas may also rotate around the odontoid or sustain a fracture of the dens. (medscape.com)
  • however, a mask and snorkel should be used to avoid aggravation of the cervical muscles that is encountered as the neck is rotated during breathing when swimming. (medscape.com)
  • You've also got cerebral spinal fluid, you've got suboccipital muscles and cervical muscles all inside here. (mtdorafamilychiro.com)
  • knowing of various dimensions of superior and inferior articular facets of atlas are useful in internal fixation techniques for craniovertebral junction abnormalities. (edu.bd)
  • Consistent findings on MR imaging indicative of CM are attenuation/obliteration of the dorsal subarachnoid space at the cervicomedullary junction and rostral displacement of the caudal cerebellum by the occipital bone. (vin.com)
  • In medical literature, this region is often referred to as the craniovertebral junction. (topchiropractic.co.uk)
  • The principal treatment is with a cervical collar or halo vest, which remains an effective current treatment for many of these fractures. (medscape.com)
  • Up to 50% of cervical flexion/extension and rotation are thought to occur at these levels. (medscape.com)
  • This seminar is part of 2021 ICA Upper Cervical Conference (2022 Edition) . (lifewest.edu)
  • The odontoid process articulates with the anterior arch of the atlas via its anterior articular facet and is held in place by the transverse ligament. (medscape.com)
  • These articular facets allow most of the flexion and extension of the head on the neck as the occipital condyles articulate on the atlas. (medscape.com)
  • The Occipital Condylar Compression Syndrome refers to the pressure of the occipital condyles between the upper concave articular facets of the Atlas (glenoid cavity) by the limitation caused by the basilar extradural connective tissue. (atlasprofilax.la)
  • The trochlear nerve also arises from a group of neuroblasts occupying the medial part of the basal lamina of the mid-brain, close to its junction with the hind-brain. (co.ma)
  • The disorder is a congenital malformation involving the caudal occipital region of the skull, leading to overcrowding of the caudal fossa and compression of the cervicomedullary junction at the level of the foramen magnum. (vin.com)
  • Recognizing Red Flag Signs that Might Prove Contra Indications for Upper Cervical Interventions. (lifewest.edu)
  • From headaches and neck pain to TMJ and fatigue, several conditions can be relieved using the Atlas Orthogonal Precision Adjusting Technique. (backtohealthtexas.com)
  • What exactly is an Atlas Orthogonal Adjustment and what can you expect during your first trip to Back To Health Family Chiropractic? (backtohealthtexas.com)
  • What Is an Atlas Orthogonal Adjustment? (backtohealthtexas.com)
  • Then you will receive your initial Atlas Orthogonal adjustment using the Atlas Orthogonal Precision Adjusting Instrument. (backtohealthtexas.com)
  • As one of our patients, you may feel relief directly after an Atlas Orthogonal adjustment. (backtohealthtexas.com)
  • The Atlas Orthogonal Precision Adjusting Technique can lead to relief from headaches, neck pain, TMJ, fibromyalgia, and so much more. (backtohealthtexas.com)
  • Atlas Orthogonal (A.O. (spinalinstituteofhealth.com)
  • Once the adjustment is complete, Dr. Michlin will take post-cervical images for you to see the immediate correction in the alignment of your Atlas through the empirical proof of x-rays. (backtohealthtexas.com)
  • If the atlas shifts out of alignment, it can inhibit normal brainstem function. (getwellnj.com)
  • Once the upper cervical procedure has been completed, the results are remeasured. (bernerchiro.com)
  • If no neurologic history or deficit is present in a patient with a cervical strain and/or sprain, the athlete should use ice packs for 15-20 minutes every 1-2 hours or have an ice massage for 5-10 minutes every 1-2 hours during the early management of the injury. (medscape.com)
  • Most of the CM/SM cases that the author encounters are presented for signs referable to the cervical region (e.g., neck pain, scratching activity) and subtle signs of central vestibular dysfunction are apparent on neurologic examination. (vin.com)
  • This cervical complex has often been treated as two separable articulations, C0-C1 and C1-C2, but the concept of the three-unit occipitoatlantoaxial complex (C0-C1-C2) articulation is much more functionally relevant. (medscape.com)
  • Then, Dr. Kyle or a team member will explain upper cervical chiropractic and what makes OAC unique to the chiropractic profession. (owensboroatlascenter.com)
  • Upper cervical chiropractic care is a niche within the chiropractic profession that has a very narrow focus. (getwellnj.com)
  • The goal of upper cervical chiropractic is to detect and correct these misalignments through gentle and precise adjustments. (topchiropractic.co.uk)
  • Research and clinical cases of modern medicine indicated that physiological conditions of the atlas may induce cervical discomfort, limb pain, problematic spinal nerves to brain signal transduction, disrupted blood to head supply and so on. (atlasprofilaxmethod.com)
  • By prioritising the well-being of the brain, upper cervical chiropractic promotes overall bodily health and vitality. (topchiropractic.co.uk)
  • Some systems have the advantage of rod with a ball point which allows for easier placement and contour of the occipito cervical region (which can be relatively difficult when bending straight rods to the proper contour). (aofoundation.org)
  • The case for identifying loss of cervical lordosis as the cause of your symptoms. (caringmedical.com)
  • With upper cervical care, the goal and intent for you is to be "holding" or maintaining your previous upper neck adjustment. (owensboroatlascenter.com)
  • Fused remnants of the atlas body have become part of C2, where they are called the odontoid process, or dens. (medscape.com)
  • Welcome to The Upper Cervical Chiropractic Patient's Handbook, designed to provide current and prospective patients with a comprehensive guide to upper cervical chiropractic care. (topchiropractic.co.uk)
  • In this blog, we will explore the background, science, history, and terminology of upper cervical chiropractic, aiming to bridge the knowledge gap between doctors and patients. (topchiropractic.co.uk)
  • Many of our patients are amazed by how much pain and dysfunction is remedied by such a gentle, specific and reproducible adjustment to the Atlas. (backtohealthtexas.com)
  • The heart tube is located primarily in the upper cervical segments and remains suspended dorsally by the mesocardium. (ehd.org)
  • We provide a very specialized form of Chiropractic care known as Upper Cervical Specific (Blair Technique) in combination with very gentle neurologically-based supportive care. (mtdorafamilychiro.com)