Atlas Specific Upper Cervical Care

02/03/2026

Most people don’t fail to get results because they didn’t try hard enough.

They fail because they were solving the wrong problem.

If you’ve tried chiropractic, exercise, stretching, supplements, or “doing all the right things” and progress still stalled, this explains why.

This article breaks down how upper cervical care is different, and why specificity matters more than effort.

No hype. No pressure.

Just clarity before you decide.

If you’ve been searching for Durango chiropractors online, you’ve probably noticed that there are many different approaches to chiropractic care. From traditional adjustments to sports-focused techniques and massage-based practices, it can feel overwhelming to know where to start, especially if ...

01/31/2026

Many of the functions we rely on every day, such as seeing, hearing, swallowing, balancing, tasting, and even regulating stress, depend on a group of nerves most people have never heard of: the cranial nerves.

These nerves form the most direct communication pathways between your brain and much of your body. And nearly all of them originate in one highly sensitive area: the brainstem, located just millimeters above the top two bones of your spine, known as the atlas (C1) and axis (C2).

Understanding this relationship helps explain why problems in the upper neck may be connected to a wide range of symptoms throughout the body.

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Many of the functions we rely on every day, such as seeing, hearing, swallowing, balancing, tasting, and even regulating stress, depend on a group of nerves most people have never heard of: the cranial nerves.These nerves form the most direct communication pathways between your brain and much of you...

01/21/2026

You don’t create lasting health by doing more things.

You create it by doing the right things — in the right order.

If you feel like you’ve tried everything and still aren’t getting results, it may not be an effort problem — it may be a coordination problem.

In our office, we start by looking at how the brainstem and nervous system are functioning because that’s what coordinates everything else in the body.

We measure first.

We adjust with intention and consistency.

And we allow the body time to respond.

That’s how change becomes sustainable.

01/21/2026

Putting the CARE in upper cervical care.

01/14/2026

You can’t always feel nervous system stress — but you can measure it.

Paraspinal thermography is one of the tools we use to look at patterns of stress related to the brainstem and nervous system.

It doesn’t diagnose or predict outcomes.
It gives us objective information about how the body may be adapting to stress over time.

That information helps guide decisions about care and timing — rather than guessing.

If you’ve ever wondered how upper cervical chiropractors decide when an adjustment is needed, this is part of that process.

01/07/2026

Most people never see what’s actually happening at the top of their neck.

In our office, we take very specific upper cervical X-rays of the atlas and axis to understand the exact position of the spine and how it may be affecting the brainstem.

These images aren’t about finding “more problems.”

They’re about precision.

When care is based on accurate measurements, adjustments can be specific, gentle, and purposeful — and the body has a better chance to rebalance.

If you’ve ever wondered how upper cervical care is different, this is where it starts.

12/27/2025

Your nervous system is constantly at work, whether you’re moving, breathing, digesting a meal, responding to stress, or drifting off to sleep. It’s the control system behind nearly everything your body does, yet most people only think about it when something doesn’t feel right.

However, what many don’t realize is that your nervous system isn’t just one system. It’s actually made up of three interconnected networks, all of which rely on one critical structure to work together smoothly: the brainstem and the upper cervical spine.

Understanding this connection can help explain why issues in the upper neck may affect far more than just neck pain.

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Your nervous system is constantly at work, whether you’re moving, breathing, digesting a meal, responding to stress, or drifting off to sleep. It’s the control system behind nearly everything your body does, yet most people only think about it when something doesn’t feel right.However, what ma...

12/03/2025

12/03/2025

If you’re one of the millions of people who deal with recurring headaches or migraines, you’ve probably tried everything: hydration, over-the-counter medications, stress relief techniques, and maybe even dietary changes. Yet, for many, the pain keeps coming back. What if the real source of your headaches isn’t in your head at all, but in your neck?

It may sound surprising, but your neck and nerves play a significantly larger role in headache pain than most people realize. Understanding this connection can be the first step toward real, lasting relief.

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If you’re one of the millions of people who deal with recurring headaches or migraines, you’ve probably tried everything: hydration, over-the-counter medications, stress relief techniques, and maybe even dietary changes. Yet, for many, the pain keeps coming back. What if the real source of your ...

11/30/2025

If you live in Durango, you’ve probably noticed a shift in how people are approaching health and wellness. More and more of our community is looking for natural, sustainable ways to stay active, feel balanced, and live pain-free, without relying on medication or invasive treatments.

It’s no surprise that Upper Cervical Chiropractic care is gaining attention here in the San Juan Mountains. As chiropractors in Durango, we’ve seen firsthand how this precise and gentle approach is helping patients discover lasting relief and renewed energy, often after years of searching for answers.

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If you live in Durango, you’ve probably noticed a shift in how people are approaching health and wellness. More and more of our community is looking for natural, sustainable ways to stay active, feel balanced, and live pain-free, without relying on medication or invasive treatments.It’s no surpr...

11/19/2025

Headaches don’t always start where you feel them. The upper cervical spine — the atlas and the axis — plays a major role in how your nervous system functions. Even a small misalignment can create tension, imbalance, and recurring headaches.
Curious if upper cervical care could help you? Send me a message anytime.
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11/17/2025

A gentle, precise approach for moms-to-be. 💛

Here’s how Dr. Danielle supports healthy, comfortable pregnancies with prenatal chiropractic care.