VertebraeNeckChiropracticSpinalAxisSecond cervicalLordosisSubluxationLigaments between the occiputLumbarLateralMisalignmentLower cervical spineSacralChiropractorForamen magnumMuscles and ligamentsUpper thoracicAnteriorInstabilitySagittalNerveBrainstemIntervertebralSkull baseSegmentalJointsAdjustmentsProtrudesAnteriorlyBonesAdjustingArticularFacet jointAnatomyRotationPosterior archOccipital boneRelationInferiorAdjustmentPosturalCompressionSynovialChronicProcedureManipulation
Vertebrae27
- 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)
- NUCCA practitioners concentrate on diagnosing, evaluating and treating subluxation of a specific type of vertebral misalignment that affects the atlas vertebrae. (cure-back-pain.org)
- 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)
- 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)
- This includes techniques for balancing the occiput on the atlas, the atlas on the axis, and other techniques for the rest of the cervical vertebrae. (spabodyworkmarket.com)
- Finally he shows to evaluate the cervical vertebrae for dysfunction, and demonstrates how to get the vertebrae moving properly. (spabodyworkmarket.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)
- The cervical spine is made up of 7 vertebrae. (medscape.com)
- The cervical spine is made up of the first 7 vertebrae, referred to as C1-7 (see the images below). (medscape.com)
- Lateral radiograph of cervical spine showing all 7 vertebrae. (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 atlas is ring-shaped and does not have a body, unlike the rest of the vertebrae. (medscape.com)
- The cervical spine comprises the first 7 vertebrae of the spinal column, which form the neck. (michaelmurraymd.com)
- The upper cervical spine comprises of the atlas (C1) and axis (C2), which are different from the rest of the cervical vertebrae. (michaelmurraymd.com)
- In contrast to other vertebrae, the atlas is ring-shaped without a body. (michaelmurraymd.com)
- The remaining five cervical vertebrae, C3-C7, form the lower cervical spine. (michaelmurraymd.com)
- Each of these cervical vertebrae has a body with a concave superior surface and convex inferior surface. (michaelmurraymd.com)
- A recent report suggests that long-standing congenital or acquired fusion of upper cervical vertebrae may lead to stretching and laxity of the ligaments between the occiput and the atlas, resulting in excessive motion and brainstem or cord compression. (theamericanchiropractor.com)
- Working in his own practice, Dr. Blair developed methods for imaging misalignments of the cervical vertebrae at the margins of their articulations eliminating asymmetry as a source of error in spinographic analysis. (rogerdsmithdc.com)
- He developed new concepts of the misalignment of the cervical vertebrae which made it possible to tailor the adjustment precisely to the shape and orientation of the articulation being adjusted, as it presented in each case. (rogerdsmithdc.com)
- It consists of 7 vertebrae (spinal bones) as well as the Occiput (lowest portion of the skull). (kaminskichiro.com)
- These vertebrae are labelled using the letter C and the number of the vertebrae (example C3 is the third cervical). (kaminskichiro.com)
- The upper cervical spine consists of unique, specialized vertebrae and this is where the majority of rotation occurs. (kaminskichiro.com)
- Adjacent vertebrae articulate via intervertebral discs and facet joints , and there are specialized joints in the upper cervical region, the thoracic region, and between the sacrum and pelvis for articulation with the head and neck, the ribs , and the hip respectively. (amboss.com)
- In anatomical terms the neck is referred to as the cervical spine and consists of seven bones or vertebrae (C1 through to C7), intervertebral discs, facet joints, muscles and ligaments. (wellbeing365.com.au)
- AO looks at the alignment of atlas bone in relation to the C2 vertebrae and occiput. (wellbeing365.com.au)
Neck11
- The typical patient with cervical radiculopathy presents with neck and arm discomfort of insidious onset. (medscape.com)
- Radiography of the cervical spine is usually the first diagnostic test ordered in patients who present with neck and limb symptoms, and more often than not, this study is diagnostic of cervical disc disease as the cause of the radiculopathy. (medscape.com)
- A study in patients with cervical disc disease found that compression of a nerve root produced limb pain, whereas pressure on the disc produced pain in the neck and medial border of the scapula. (medscape.com)
- An explanation of cervical spine and neck instability. (caringmedical.com)
- The topmost vertebra in your neck that supports the base of the head (occiput) and is prone to misalignments due to its high mobility. (topchiropractic.co.uk)
- Upper Cervical care is a different type of Chiropractic treatment that involves the upper neck bones, which includes the occiput, atlas and axis. (drngochiropractic.com)
- Chiropractic uses primarily upper-cervical manipulation on children with otitis media, focusing particularly on the occiput, or back of the skull, and atlas, or the first vertebra in the neck. (pazdelchiropracticblog.com)
- The technical term for the neck is the cervical spine. (kaminskichiro.com)
- The mastoid processes of the Temporal bones sit in very close proximity to the atlas (C1) of the neck. (thegoodlifelearning.com)
- 5 phases of neck curvature: 1, represents complete reversal of cervical lordosis, placing maximum pressure on the neck. (wellbeing365.com.au)
- The transverse ligament of the atlas (Figs. 296 and 297) is a strong band, placed transversely, which arches backwards behind the neck of the dens of the epistropheus. (co.ma)
Chiropractic20
- The letters stand for National Upper Cervical Chiropractic Association. (cure-back-pain.org)
- The goal of upper cervical chiropractic is to diagnose and correct a condition called ASC. (cure-back-pain.org)
- 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)
- What is Upper Cervical Chiropractic? (topchiropractic.co.uk)
- The goal of upper cervical chiropractic is to detect and correct these misalignments through gentle and precise adjustments. (topchiropractic.co.uk)
- Where Did Upper Cervical Chiropractic Come From? (topchiropractic.co.uk)
- Upper cervical chiropractic was developed by B.J. Palmer, the son of the founder of chiropractic D.D Palmer, in the 1930's. (topchiropractic.co.uk)
- Why Does Upper Cervical Chiropractic Work? (topchiropractic.co.uk)
- The effectiveness of upper cervical chiropractic is grounded in scientific principles. (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)
- By prioritising the well-being of the brain, upper cervical chiropractic promotes overall bodily health and vitality. (topchiropractic.co.uk)
- Today, Dr. Kevin Pecca interviews Dr. Jeff Hannah about his practice and his influences in upper cervical chiropractic. (montclairuppercervical.com)
- Is your father an Upper Cervical Chiropractor or just in standard chiropractic as well? (montclairuppercervical.com)
- He said something to the effect of, "One of these days, it's going to be shown that the upper cervical approach is going to be the one that's going to help to validate these premises of what we believe in chiropractic. (montclairuppercervical.com)
- Dr. William G. Blair began to develop his distinctive method for the analysis and correction of subluxations of the cervical spine soon after graduating from the Palmer School of Chiropractic and establishing his practice in Lubbock, Texas, in later 1949. (rogerdsmithdc.com)
- Despite the proliferation of orthogonally-based upper cervical techniques deriving from the work of John F. Grostic and ultimately from B.J. Palmer, the Blair Technique remains the only non-orthogonal precision spinographic and adjustive technique for the cervical spine in the chiropractic profession. (rogerdsmithdc.com)
- This course provides an integrated education for the Doctor of Chiropractic in the science and art of upper cervical spinal disorders with application to instrument adjusting for full spine postural subluxations and joint fixations. (instantchiro.com)
- This course provides an integrated education for the Doctor of Chiropractic in the science and art of cervical spine disorders. (instantchiro.com)
- Atlas Orthogonal (AO) is a technique of Chiropractic that focuses on the atlas bone, the top vertebra in the spine. (wellbeing365.com.au)
Spinal15
- Other, less frequent causes include tumors of the spine, an expanding cervical synovial cyst, synovial chondromatosis in the cervical facet joint, giant cell arteritis of the cervical radicular vessels, and spinal infections. (medscape.com)
- Non-surgical treatment - Cervical Spine Stability and Restoring Lordosis -Making a case for regeneration and repair of the spinal ligaments. (caringmedical.com)
- This spinal bone is the uppermost level of the vertebral column and resides between the occiput of the skull and the rotational axis vertebra below. (cure-back-pain.org)
- This acronym stands for Atlas Subluxation Complex and describes a scenario wherein the topmost vertebra is shifted from its optimal alignment within the spinal column. (cure-back-pain.org)
- Patients with Atlas Subluxation Complex will be advised that they require a spinal adjustment in order to restore the vertebra to its proper anatomical location. (cure-back-pain.org)
- [1-6] While it is generally acknowledged that motion associated with direct laryngoscopy occurs predominantly in the upper cervical regions, [2,7,8] the magnitude and distribution of movement across these spinal segments have not been well characterized. (asahq.org)
- 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)
- 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)
- 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)
- When leaving the skull through the foramen magnum, the spinal cord must pass through the atlas and axis first of all. (chirolounge.de)
- Malpositions of the occipital bone (forward head position) and malpositions of the atlas and axis exert pressure on the spinal cord and thereby reduce the signal quality of the nervous system. (chirolounge.de)
- Dr. Hannah introduces his book, The Doctors Who Give No Medicine: The science and results of Upper Cervical Spinal Care , which highlights some real experiences of people who were given hope. (montclairuppercervical.com)
- Detailed literature reviews covering the crisis of cervical disorders in patient populations, the role of spinal manipulative therapy and structural correction of sagittal cervical lordosis will be covered. (instantchiro.com)
- The Chiropractor will learn appropriate application and timing of postural and functional exercises for the cervical spine designed to correct spinal subluxation and strengthen the cervical and upper thoracic spine tissues. (instantchiro.com)
- The cervical spine has the responsible job of supporting the skull, which protects the brain while also protecting the brainstem and cephalic portion of the spinal cord. (wellbeing365.com.au)
Axis10
- The first 2, C1 and C2, are highly specialized and are given unique names: atlas and axis, respectively. (medscape.com)
- The upper cervical spine consists of the atlas (C1) and the axis (C2). (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)
- The odontoid process, or dens of the axis, represents the fused remnants of the body of the atlas. (michaelmurraymd.com)
- Axis utgjør overgangen fra øvre cervical til resten av cervicalcolumna. (bodyexamination.no)
- C2 is referred to as the "Axis" and C1 is referred to as the "Atlas. (kaminskichiro.com)
- The basis of the study was to determine radiologically the exact position of the atlas in respect to the occiput and the axis as well as a comparative examination before and after the atlasprofilax therapy. (theatlasclinic.com)
Second cervical2
- It should not be confused with atlanto-axial dislocation, which describes ligamentous separation between the first and second cervical vertebra. (wikipedia.org)
- The second cervical vertebra protrudes into the first cervical vertebra with one tooth. (chirolounge.de)
Lordosis5
- The case for identifying loss of cervical lordosis as the cause of your symptoms. (caringmedical.com)
- Normal average and ideal values for the cervical lordosis will be reviewed. (instantchiro.com)
- Detailed categories of head to thorax postures, spine kinematics and abnormalities of the sagittal cervical lordosis will be learned. (instantchiro.com)
- The normal curvature of the cervical spine is a lordosis (or backward C). An example is shown in the photo gallery below. (kaminskichiro.com)
- Left: Straightening and reversal of the cervical lordosis, resulting in anterior head carriage. (wellbeing365.com.au)
Subluxation7
- Other tools used to test for the consequences of atlas subluxation include supine leg length analysis and the use of an interesting piece of equipment called an Anatometer. (cure-back-pain.org)
- We have been taught that the upper cervical complex in infants is most crucial, but have we ever been taught an absolute rock-solid analysis to figure the actual true position of the subluxation. (libsyn.com)
- He was seen two days later and evaluated for an atlas subluxation. (laurasheehan.com)
- At the 3 month visit he was negative for an atlas subluxation and met all developmental milestones. (laurasheehan.com)
- Senior practitioners of the technique continue to refine its concepts and methods within the distinctive articular approach to the cervical subluxation, and to share these developments in the course work and educational conferences of the Blair Society. (rogerdsmithdc.com)
- Corrective global postural subluxation set-ups for the head, thoracic cage, and pelvis with a hand-held instrument used to adjust the upper cervical area will be reviewed as will segmental adjusting techniques for upper cervical subluxation/displacements. (instantchiro.com)
- Upper cervical flexion/extension subluxation/fixations of the occiput on atlas and their corrective adjustments will be described and demonstrated. (instantchiro.com)
Ligaments between the occiput1
- The injury is a result of disruption of the stabilizing ligaments between the occiput, or posterior skull base, and the C1 vertebral body, otherwise known as the atlas. (wikipedia.org)
Lumbar3
- The cervical spine is much more mobile than the thoracic or lumbar regions of the spine. (medscape.com)
- The spine can be divided into 4 parts: cervical, thoracic, lumbar and sacral region. (michaelmurraymd.com)
- The cervical spine is highly mobile compared to other regions of the spine such as thoracic or lumbar spine. (michaelmurraymd.com)
Lateral6
- Cervical motion was recorded with continuous lateral fluoroscopy. (asahq.org)
- The atlas is made up of a thick anterior arch, a thin posterior arch, 2 prominent lateral masses, and 2 transverse processes. (medscape.com)
- The atlas comprises of a thick anterior arch, a thin posterior arch, two prominent lateral masses, and two transverse processes. (michaelmurraymd.com)
- Cervical spine X-rays were exposed including lateral, vertex/horizontal and nasium/frontal views. (laurasheehan.com)
- The lower cervical spine (C3-C7) is where the majority of flexion, extension and lateral flexion take place. (kaminskichiro.com)
- By its extremities it is attached to the tubercle on the medial aspect of each lateral mass of the atlas. (co.ma)
Misalignment2
- They will also use tests that are designed to demonstrate the misalignment of the atlas as it affects the remainder of the anatomy. (cure-back-pain.org)
- Adjustment is usually a multi-step procedure, with several motions being completed to successfully implement resolution of the atlas misalignment. (cure-back-pain.org)
Lower cervical spine1
- Based on the structural diversity in the cervical spine, it can be divided into two parts: upper and lower cervical spine. (michaelmurraymd.com)
Sacral1
- The right occiput was flattened and he had a left sacral rotation. (laurasheehan.com)
Chiropractor2
- Dr. Jeff Hannah is a Blair Upper Cervical Chiropractor out of Australia. (montclairuppercervical.com)
- The Chiropractor will learn how posture displacement influences the upper cervical spine as well as normal joint kinematics and instability analysis of the upper cervical spine. (instantchiro.com)
Foramen magnum2
- The membrana atlanto-occipitalis anterior (anterior occipito-atloid membrane) (Fig. 296) is a strong although thin membrane, attached inferiorly to the anterior arch of the atlas, and superiorly to the anterior half of the circumference of the foramen magnum. (co.ma)
- The membrana atlanto-occipitalis posterior (posterior occipito-atloid membrane) (Fig. 296) is another distinct but still thin membrane which is attached superiorly to the posterior half of the circumference of the foramen magnum, and inferiorly to the upper border of the posterior arch of the atlas. (co.ma)
Muscles and ligaments1
- 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)
Upper thoracic1
- These changes, and other postural changes in the upper thoracic and cervical spines, affect the function of certain important neurological structures. (drdenissimons.com)
Anterior5
- 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 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)
- The transverse ligament firmly opposes the odontoid process to the posterior portion of the anterior arch of the atlas and provides stability to the atlantoaxial joint. (michaelmurraymd.com)
- The anterior ramus of the C1 nerve route travels entirely and contributes to the formation of the cervical plexus with other contributions coming from the 2nd to 4th cervical nerves. (eltecle.com)
- Laterally it is in continuity with the articular capsules, while in the median plane, where it extends from the anterior tubercle of the atlas to the basilar part of the occipital bone, it presents a specially well-defined thickened band which might be regarded as a separate accessory ligament or as the beginning of the anterior longitudinal ligament of the vertebræ. (co.ma)
Instability2
- Atlantoaxial instability: C1 and C2 hypermobility causes cervical spine instability and artery, vein, and nerve compression. (caringmedical.com)
- Research on cervical instability and Prolotherapy. (caringmedical.com)
Sagittal2
- Sagittal magnetic resonance image of the cervical spine. (medscape.com)
- Visualization of the larynx created superior rotation of the occiput and C1 in the sagittal plane, and mild inferior rotation of C3-C5. (asahq.org)
Nerve7
- Cervical radiculopathy is a dysfunction of a nerve root of the cervical spine. (medscape.com)
- 25%) cervical nerve roots are the most commonly affected. (medscape.com)
- In the younger population, cervical radiculopathy is a result of a disc herniation or an acute injury causing foraminal impingement of an exiting nerve. (medscape.com)
- 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)
- The posterior ramus is known as the suboccipital nerve it passes posteriorly superior to the posterior arch of the atlas and in the suboccipital region and innervates the muscles of that area (rectus capitis posterior major, rectus capitis posterior minor, obliquus capitis superior, obliquus capitis inferior). (eltecle.com)
- This nerve exits the brain and exits from a small hole in the skull called the Hypoglossal Canal, which is located between the Upper cervical spine (the C1 vertebra) and Occiput. (thegoodlifelearning.com)
- The cervical spine is also home to the cervical and brachial nerve plexuses. (wellbeing365.com.au)
Brainstem1
- This exits the brainstem through another small hole in the skull called the Vertebral Foramen, which is located between the Temporal bones (on the side of the cranium) and the Occiput (the base of the skull). (thegoodlifelearning.com)
Intervertebral2
- Since 2005 the Mulheim Radiological Institute, directed by Dr. Med Rainer M M Seibel, has conducted several scientific imaging studies to determine the occurrence of cranio-caudal deviation or minor intervertebral derangement of the Atlas, postulated by Rene Schumperlii in 1993. (theatlasclinic.com)
- The scientific imaging studies carried out at the Institute have confirmed Schumperlii's thesis that cranio-caudal deviation or minor intervertebral derangement of the atlas exists in 98% of human beings. (theatlasclinic.com)
Skull base1
Segmental2
- This study was undertaken to quantify the extent and distribution of segmental cervical motion produced by direct laryngoscopy and orotracheal intubation in human subjects without cervical abnormality. (asahq.org)
- Segmental motion, occiput through C5, was calculated for each stage using the digitized data. (asahq.org)
Joints3
- In the older patient, cervical radiculopathy is often a result of foraminal narrowing from osteophyte formation, decreased disc height, or degenerative changes of the uncovertebral joints anteriorly and of the facet joints posteriorly. (medscape.com)
- With this maneuver, the vast majority of cervical motion is produced at the occipitoatlantal and atlantoaxial joints. (asahq.org)
- The condyle of the occipital bone is biconvex, and fits into the bi-concave superior articular surface of the atlas, while the long axes of the two joints are directed horizontally forwards and medially. (co.ma)
Adjustments2
- After his retirement from practice in 1982, he continued to develop adjustments for multiple misalignments of atlas which were field tested by Dr. R. Weldon Muncy of Lancaster, California. (rogerdsmithdc.com)
- Thanks to Dr. Smith's precision Upper Cervical adjustments I am pain free! (rogerdsmithdc.com)
Protrudes1
- The vertebra below the atlas (C1) that has a projection called the Dens, which protrudes through the middle of the atlas. (topchiropractic.co.uk)
Anteriorly1
- Atlas plane line was high on the right 12mm, with an atlas rotated 3 degrees anteriorly. (laurasheehan.com)
Bones3
- 3 different images are taken to visualize the exact location of the atlas and the surrounding vertebral bones and skull. (cure-back-pain.org)
- In this course, since it is harder to see obvious movement in the cranium or the position of cranial bones like the sphenoid and temporal bones via vectors of stress over time driven by atlas underneath an occipital bone, the basic concepts of atlas/occipital patterns and position were described in detail repetitively to provide a basic and sound foundation. (posturalrestoration.com)
- Atlas and occiput are the main neuro-articulation that are defined as the position of those two bones drives not only cranium and jaw but has an effect on the entire system. (posturalrestoration.com)
Adjusting2
- Parental agreement was obtained to adjust infant with portable Atlas Orthogonal Precision Adjusting Instrument. (laurasheehan.com)
- Adjusting the occiput, in particular, will get the middle ear to drain. (pazdelchiropracticblog.com)
Articular2
- 2. Cervical & Shoulder - In this lesson Tom shows both muscle MET and articular MET. (spabodyworkmarket.com)
- It is attached to the rough non-articular surfaces surrounding the articular areas on the atlas and occipital bone. (co.ma)
Facet joint1
- A consideration is given to use pedicle or interlaminar screws when doing an occiput to C2 fusion as oftentimes the starting point for the pars screws may compromise the facet joint. (aofoundation.org)
Anatomy1
- This fact may be explained by the unique biomechanics and anatomy of the paediatric cervical spine. (physio-pedia.com)
Rotation3
- Intubation created slight additional superior rotation at the occiput and C1, without substantial alteration in the posture of C2-C5. (asahq.org)
- The objective of the study was not to determine the therapeutic effects of the method but to assess the principal theory that 'almost all human beings suffer a cranial-caudal deviation of the atlas with rotation and tilt. (theatlasclinic.com)
- The study had to determine if it is true that there is a congenital cranial-caudal deviation with rotation and tilt of the atlas in human beings and that correction of this condition using the Atlasprofilax method is effective. (theatlasclinic.com)
Posterior arch2
- Atlas posterior arch was prominent on the left. (laurasheehan.com)
- It extends from the posterior arch of the atlas to the upper border of the vertebral arch of the epistropheus. (co.ma)
Occipital bone2
- Once this sound foundation of atlas under occipital bone, driving sphenoid position and temporal bone rhythm, directing mandible position is established, cranial torsion as a patho-mechanical presentation can be introduced with testing and treatment. (posturalrestoration.com)
- There are two articulations between the atlas and the occipital bone. (co.ma)
Relation2
- There are usually no obvious external indications that the atlas might be subluxated, so NUCCA doctors will utilize a variety of diagnostic tests in order to ascertain the placement of the atlas in relation to the remainder of the backbone. (cure-back-pain.org)
- is arched in relation to the vertebral groove, and is therefore to some extent free, in order to permit the passage of the posterior ramus of the first cervical nerveand the vertebral artery. (co.ma)
Inferior1
- Secondary ossification centres can also appear at the superior and inferior aspects of the cervical vertebral bodies and remain unfused until early adulthood. (physio-pedia.com)
Adjustment2
- The actual atlas adjustment is incredibly gentle and most patients do not even feel the change in alignment occurring. (cure-back-pain.org)
- The adjustment was made with his right side up, stabilized by mother and by another upper cervical colleague who stabilized the head in neutral to avoid head extension during the adjustment. (laurasheehan.com)
Postural1
- Cervical Revolution is the course that is the gateway from the primary courses, especially Postural Respiration, to the cranium. (posturalrestoration.com)
Compression1
- The OA compression-decompression (known as OA flexion and OA extension, respectively) reverberates into the cranium at the junction where the occiput meets the sphenoid. (posturalrestoration.com)
Synovial1
- This is more extensive than the synovial cavity between the dens and the atlas. (co.ma)
Chronic1
- dynamic cervical X-rays, MR, and CT examinations confirming chronic angulated type 2 odontoid fractures. (surgicalneurologyint.com)
Procedure1
- There should be no pain, although some patients do report hearing or feeling a clicking, grinding or popping in the cervical spine during the procedure. (cure-back-pain.org)
Manipulation1
- Cervical spine kinetics during airway manipulation are poorly understood. (asahq.org)