neck

The neck - why people say it feels 'tight' As upper cervical chiropractors we deal with a small area which can have a huge impact on the whole body. Patients present with a multitude of ...

The Brainstem The brainstem is a vital part of the central nervous system; it is responsible for regulating many of the functions and actions of the body that are not under conscious control, so called ...

The Upper Cervical Spine and The TMJ The temporomandibular joint (TMJ) is a versatile joint, involved in many day-to-day functions such as speaking and chewing. Problems with this joint can cause a range of issues ...

Whiplash - Symptoms and Care Whiplash is a neck injury caused by a sudden forcible bending of the neck one way and then the other. This can affect multiple structures within the neck including the ...

Concussion is defined as.... ''Temporary unconsciousness or confusion caused by a blow to the head". The primary symptoms of concussion include headaches, difficulty in concentrating, memory issues, trouble with balance and coordination. Although most commonly ...

How do we differ from the chiropractic techniques you may have seen online? In the world of social media Chiropractic is becoming more and more popular. You may have seen videos of Chiropractors popping necks, ...

What is CCI and how does it develop? Craniocervical instability (CCI) is a pathological condition whereby there is an increased mobility at an area called the craniocervical junction. This is the region where the top ...

The Autonomic Nervous System (ANS) If you've read any of these blogs by now you'll know that Upper Cervical Chiropractic is inherently focused on the maintenance of the integrity of the spine as it has ...

What is the importance of symptoms? A symptom is defined as a physical or mental feature which is regarded as indicating a condition of disease, particularly such a feature that is apparent to the patient. ...

Post adjustment Tips When patients start Chiropractic care with us one of the most common questions we get asked is how can I keep my adjustment holding? This is a great question as our objective ...