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Post-Concussion Syndrome: Your Path to Recovery Through Upper Cervical Care

Posted in Head Disorders

Date: Jan 8, 2026

Post-Concussion Syndrome: Your Path to Recovery Through Upper Cervical Care

Post-concussion syndrome (PCS), symptoms persisting beyond 3-4 weeks after concussion, affects 10-20% of head injury patients. While the brain injury receives attention, the accompanying upper cervical spine injury often goes undiagnosed. Atlas misalignment from the impact disrupts brainstem function, perpetuating symptoms like headaches, dizziness, brain fog, and fatigue. Blair upper ...

TMJ Pain Relief: How Your Jaw Problem Might Actually Be a Neck Problem

Posted in Head Disorders

Date: Dec 24, 2025

TMJ Pain Relief: How Your Jaw Problem Might Actually Be a Neck Problem

TMJ (temporomandibular joint) pain often has an unexpected source: misalignment in the upper cervical spine. The atlas (C1) vertebra's position directly affects jaw alignment, muscle tension, and bite mechanics. Studies show 60-78% of TMJ patients with upper cervical misalignment experience significant improvement when atlas alignment is corrected through Blair chiropractic ...

Waking Up With Neck Pain: Causes, Solutions, and When to See a Doctor

Posted in Neck Disorders

Date: Dec 5, 2025

Waking Up With Neck Pain: Causes, Solutions, and When to See a Doctor

Waking up with neck pain typically results from poor sleeping positions, inadequate pillow support, or underlying upper cervical misalignment. While occasional morning neck stiffness is common, persistent or worsening pain that occurs multiple times per week may indicate atlas (C1) or axis (C2) vertebrae misalignment requiring professional evaluation. Important Highlights Affects: 10-20% ...

Vertigo and Dizziness: How Upper Cervical Chiropractic Can Help

Posted in Head Disorders

Date: Nov 21, 2025

Vertigo and Dizziness: How Upper Cervical Chiropractic Can Help

Upper cervical chiropractic care addresses vertigo and dizziness by correcting misalignments in the atlas (C1) and axis (C2) vertebrae that can disrupt the vestibular system and brainstem function. Studies show 60-85% of vertigo patients experience significant improvement with upper cervical adjustments, particularly for cervicogenic vertigo and post-concussion dizziness. Affects: 40% of adults ...

Whole Family Wellness Starts Here: How Chiropractic Care Supports Every Age

Posted in Health Disorders

Date: Nov 5, 2025

Whole Family Wellness Starts Here: How Chiropractic Care Supports Every Age

There’s something remarkable about watching a family walk into the office together, parents, kids, even grandparents, all seeking the same thing: balance. Chiropractic care isn’t just for people with back pain or injuries. It’s for anyonewith a spine and a nervous system , which, as it turns out, means the entire ...

Upper Cervical Chiropractic for Migraine Relief: What Patients Should Know

Posted in Head Disorders

Date: Oct 20, 2025

Upper Cervical Chiropractic for Migraine Relief: What Patients Should Know

Migraines don’t just hurt they take over your life. The throbbing pain, nausea, light sensitivity, and exhaustion can make even the simplest day feel impossible. If you’ve tried medication, diet changes, or stress management but still find yourself retreating to a dark room, it might be time to look somewhere new, ...