Legacy Spine + Nerve Care

Legacy Spine + Nerve Care Dr. Courtney Martin uses two gentle, and non-invasive techniques that were developed to restore your nervous system, body balance and perfect health.

Lubbock & West Texas' leading wellness center offers a specific and personalized neurological approach that provides hope, healing and empowerment to take back your health. The focus of NUCCA and Orthospinology work is the relationship between the upper cervical spine (neck) and its influence on the central nervous system and brain stem function. It is this relationship that affects every aspect of human function from feeling sensations in your fingers to regulating hormones, controlling movement, and providing the ability to hear, see, think, and breathe.

03/06/2026

If you can’t move the way you used to, it’s not just age. It’s your nervous system.

Your brain controls every muscle in your body through signals that travel down your spinal cord. When there is stress or misalignment in the upper cervical spine (C1/C2), those signals can become disrupted.

The result:
• Limited range of motion
• Muscle imbalance
• Compensation patterns
• Chronic stiffness or pain

You can stretch, strengthen, and work out—but if the brain-to-body communication isn’t clear, your muscles can’t function the way they’re designed to.

Upper cervical chiropractic focuses on restoring proper alignment at the top of the neck so the nervous system can communicate clearly again.

When that happens, people often notice:
Better mobility.
Stronger movement.
And a body that finally feels like it’s working with them instead of against them.

Because chiropractic isn’t just about pain relief.
It’s about optimizing nervous system function so your body can perform at its best.

Your body talks. We just measure the signals.This scan is called a surface EMG, and it measures how much tension the mus...
03/05/2026

Your body talks. We just measure the signals.

This scan is called a surface EMG, and it measures how much tension the muscles along the spine are holding.

These muscles are directly controlled by the nervous system.

When the brain and body are communicating clearly, these muscles stay balanced and relaxed.
But when there is interference in the upper neck (C1/C2), the nervous system goes into protective mode.

That protection shows up as:
• Increased muscle tension
• Asymmetry along the spine
• The body working harder just to stay upright

Over time this can contribute to symptoms like:
• Headaches
• Neck and shoulder tension
• Fatigue
• Poor recovery from stress
• Sleep issues

The goal of upper cervical chiropractic care isn't just to move bones.

It's to restore clear communication between the brain and body so the nervous system can calm down and the body can function the way it was designed to.

Because when the nervous system works better, everything else works better too.

📍If you’ve never had your nervous system checked, it might be the missing piece.










Ear infections are NOT a normal part of childhood. 👂If your child is getting 6–8 ear infections a year…If you’re stuck i...
03/03/2026

Ear infections are NOT a normal part of childhood. 👂

If your child is getting 6–8 ear infections a year…
If you’re stuck in the antibiotic cycle…
If ear tubes have been recommended…
This matters.

True ear infections happen when fluid gets trapped in the middle ear.

But the real question isn’t “Why the infection?”
It’s “Why isn’t the fluid draining?”

👉 The answer is often in the upper cervical spine.

The top two bones in the neck (C1 & C2) sit directly under the brainstem — the control center for your child’s nervous system. This area influences:

• Eustachian tube drainage
• Lymphatic flow
• Immune regulation
• Muscle tone in the tiny drainage pathways of the ear

When there’s misalignment or tension in the upper neck (from birth stress, C-sections, fast labors, falls, or even normal toddler tumbles), it can create interference at the brainstem.

That interference affects how well the ears drain.

Fluid builds → bacteria grows → infection → antibiotics → temporary relief → repeat.

Antibiotics treat bacteria.
Tubes force drainage.

But neither addresses why the nervous system isn’t coordinating drainage properly in the first place.

Upper cervical chiropractic focuses specifically on restoring balance at the brainstem level — allowing the body to:

✔ Drain fluid naturally
✔ Regulate inflammation appropriately
✔ Strengthen immune response
✔ Break the infection cycle

We regularly see kids go from 6–8 infections per year… to zero after consistent, specific upper cervical care.

Your child’s body was designed to drain and heal.

Sometimes it just needs the interference removed. 💚

Drop 👂 if this is your struggle — or share with a mama who needs to hear this.

Constipation isn't always about food. It's about your nervous system. 💩(And yes, this applies to babies, kids, AND adult...
03/03/2026

Constipation isn't always about food. It's about your nervous system. 💩
(And yes, this applies to babies, kids, AND adults)

If you've tried more fiber, more water, prunes, Miralax, probiotics - and NOTHING works consistently - you're treating the symptom, not the root cause.

Your digestive system doesn't run on food alone. It's controlled by your nervous system.

Brain → Spinal Cord → Nerves → Digestive Organs

These nerves tell your stomach when to produce acid, intestines when to contract (peristalsis), colon when to push, and sphincters when to open.

When there's interference in the your lower spine due to stress or tension:
-Nerve signals to digestive organs get blocked
-Peristalsis (the wave that moves food through) doesn't work properly
-Your colon literally can't receive the signal to contract and push
-More fiber just sits there because the nervous system can't move it

What creates interference:

IN BABIES: Birth trauma, tension in sacrum/lower spine, underdeveloped vagus nerve tone, nervous system stuck in stress mode

IN KIDS: Falls, poor posture (desks/iPads), physical tension the in mid/low back, stress response

IN ADULTS: Years of poor posture, chronic stress (sympathetic overdrive shuts down digestion), physical imbalances and dysfunction, "holding it" too often

Specific and intentional adjustments to the spine (especially mid-back and sacrum) to remove the interference blocking nerve signals to digestive organs, restore proper nerve flow so peristalsis works, support vagus nerve function (rest-and-digest nerve), and shift the nervous system out of stress mode into "safe to digest" mode.

In our office, we commonly see:
BABIES: Regular poops (sometimes immediately after adjustment!), less gas and straining

KIDS: Going daily without laxatives, less stomach pain

ADULTS: Regularity without fiber supplements or medications

Depression. Anxiety. Brain fog. Emotional dysregulation.We've been taught these are "mental health issues" that need to ...
02/26/2026

Depression.
Anxiety.
Brain fog.
Emotional dysregulation.

We've been taught these are "mental health issues" that need to be managed with medication, therapy, or just "trying harder." But what if we told you that your mental health can be changed neurologically?

Your vagus nerve - the main highway between your brain and body - runs from your brainstem, past C1 (the first bone in your neck), down to your heart, lungs, and gut.
When C1 isn't able to communicate properly due to stress and dysfunction, vagus nerve function is compromised. This can lead to:
1. Your brain can't properly regulate mood
2. Your stress response stays activated
3. Inflammation increases in the brain
4. Anxiety and depression worsen

Research shows that chiropractic adjustments (especially upper cervical) increase vagal tone, reduce stress hormones, improve brain-body communication, and help regulate the autonomic nervous system.
A regulated nervous system leads to:
-A decrease in anxiety
-Mood stabilizes
-Mental clarity improves
-Emotional resilience increases
-Restorative sleep can happen

We're not saying chiropractic "cures" depression or anxiety. We're saying it supports the nervous system foundation that controls mental health. Your brain needs clear communication with your body. When interference is removed, mental health often improves - sometimes dramatically.

Mental health is whole-body health and it starts with the nervous system.

Ever notice how your shoulders tense up when you're anxious? Or how your stomach hurts when you're stressed?Your body do...
02/25/2026

Ever notice how your shoulders tense up when you're anxious? Or how your stomach hurts when you're stressed?

Your body doesn't separate emotional stress from physical stress.
To your nervous system, it's all the same—it's all THREAT.

When you experience emotional stress (work pressure, relationship conflict, financial worry, grief, overwhelm), your nervous system kicks into fight-or-flight mode. And when you stay in that state chronically, your body starts to break down.

Here's how emotional stress becomes physical pain:
Muscle tension - Your body literally braces for danger. Tight shoulders, clenched jaw, tension headaches, lower back pain—it's your nervous system holding on.
Inflammation - Chronic stress increases cortisol and inflammatory markers, leading to joint pain, digestive issues, and chronic conditions.
Nerve sensitivity - When your nervous system is on high alert, it interprets normal sensations as pain. Everything feels more intense.
Poor sleep and healing - Stress disrupts your body's ability to rest and repair, so pain lingers and injuries don't heal properly.
Digestive dysfunction - Your gut is directly connected to your nervous system. Stress = IBS, bloating, nausea, acid reflux.

You're not "just stressed." Your body is RESPONDING to stress the only way it knows how.
Chiropractic care doesn't erase your stressors. But it DOES help your nervous system shift out of fight-or-flight mode and into a state where healing, digestion, sleep, and pain regulation can actually happen.

Regular adjustments help your body process stress instead of storing it as tension and pain.
You deserve care that addresses the whole picture—not just the symptoms.

“I had battled mid back pain since giving birth to my 4 year old… after my first visit, my pain was 90% gone for the fir...
02/24/2026

“I had battled mid back pain since giving birth to my 4 year old… after my first visit, my pain was 90% gone for the first time in 4 years.”

Postpartum pain is often brushed off.
“You just had a baby.”
“It’s probably a rib.”
“It’ll go away.”

But your body doesn’t just randomly stay in pain for 4 years.

Pregnancy and birth place massive stress on the spine and nervous system — especially the upper cervical spine. When C1 or C2 lose proper alignment, the entire spine compensates. Mid-back tension, rib pain, headaches, and chronic muscle guarding are often downstream effects of nervous system stress.

Upper cervical care isn’t about cracking ribs.
It’s about restoring balance at the top so the rest of the body can finally stop compensating.

And when the nervous system calms down?
Healing happens.

It’s an honor to care for mamas — and their littles — and create a space where they feel seen, heard, and supported.

If you’ve been told “that’s just normal after kids,” this is your reminder:
Persistent pain is common… but it’s not normal.

📍 Upper Cervical Chiropractic
📞 Call to schedule your consultation














Your pregnancy care shouldn’t look the same at 8 weeks as it does at 38 weeks — especially from an upper cervical perspe...
02/24/2026

Your pregnancy care shouldn’t look the same at 8 weeks as it does at 38 weeks — especially from an upper cervical perspective.

Because your brainstem and nervous system are coordinating every change in your body.

First Trimester: Regulation
Hormones surge. Nausea, fatigue, emotional swings.
Gentle upper cervical care supports brainstem balance and vagus nerve function, helping your body adapt to rapid hormonal shifts.

Second Trimester: Alignment + Space
Your posture changes. Baby grows fast. Pelvic tension shows up.
We focus on upper cervical stability and pelvic balance (including Webster technique) to create optimal space for baby and reduce compensation patterns.

Third Trimester: Positioning + Preparation
Sciatica, rib pain, p***c discomfort. Baby is getting into position.
Consistent upper cervical adjustments reduce nerve interference, support pelvic alignment, and help your nervous system prepare for labor.

Your nervous system is directing organ shifts, blood volume changes, posture adaptations, and baby’s development — all at once.
When the brainstem is clear and communication is strong, pregnancy tends to feel smoother and more supported.

You’re not just growing a baby.
You’re adapting at a neurological level every single day.

🤍 Pregnant or planning? Let’s create a trimester-specific upper cervical care plan.

















🌿 Spring Sinuses + Upper Cervical Chiropractic 🌸Spring in Texas means sunshine, blooming trees, blowing dirt… and sinus ...
02/21/2026

🌿 Spring Sinuses + Upper Cervical Chiropractic 🌸

Spring in Texas means sunshine, blooming trees, blowing dirt… and sinus pressure that makes your head feel like it’s going to explode.

If you’re dealing with:

🌼 Sinus pressure

🤧 Congestion

💊 Constant antihistamines

😴 Fatigue from poor sleep

😣 Facial pain or headaches

There’s something most people never consider…

Your upper neck.

🌿 It’s Not Just “Allergies”

Your sinuses are lined with tissue that swells when your immune system reacts to pollen and environmental triggers. But here’s what often gets missed:

Your sinus drainage, inflammation response, and immune signaling are all regulated by your NERVOUS SYSTEM-.

The brainstem (located at C1/C2) plays a critical role in:

-Autonomic balance (fight-or-flight vs rest-and-digest)

-Vagus nerve function

-Immune and inflammatory regulation

-Proper sinus drainage

When there is misalignment in the upper cervical spine, it can create stress and interference at the brainstem level. That interference may contribute to:

-Poor drainage

-Increased inflammation

-Heightened immune overreaction

-Chronic sinus congestion

🌿 Why Upper Cervical?

Upper cervical chiropractic focuses specifically on the alignment of C1 (atlas) and C2 (axis).

Gentle, precise adjustments help:

-Restore nervous system balance

-Improve parasympathetic tone

-Support proper sinus drainage

-Reduce inflammatory stress

Many patients report:
✔️ Less sinus pressure
✔️ Fewer sinus headaches
✔️ Better breathing
✔️ Improved sleep during allergy season

🌸 This Spring, Don’t Just Mask the Symptoms

Instead of living on daily medications, support the system that controls your immune response in the first place.

Your body was designed to adapt.
Sometimes it just needs the interference removed.

📞 Ready to see if upper cervical care can help your spring sinus struggles?
Call us at 806-783-0644 to schedule your consultation.

Why do people get adjusted regularly… even when they “feel fine”?Because chiropractic isn’t about chasing pain.It’s abou...
02/20/2026

Why do people get adjusted regularly… even when they “feel fine”?

Because chiropractic isn’t about chasing pain.
It’s about protecting performance.

Most people wait for symptoms.
But symptoms are the last sign something is wrong.
Your nervous system controls:

How well you sleep
How you handle stress
Your energy levels
Digestion
Immune function
Muscle tone and recovery
Hormone balance

And that system runs through your spine.

When there’s interference in the upper cervical spine (C1/C2), your brain and body aren’t communicating clearly. You may not feel pain yet — but your body is compensating.

Regular adjustments help:
✔ Keep your nervous system adaptable
✔ Reduce stress load on the brainstem
✔ Improve posture and muscle balance
✔ Support long-term spinal stability
✔ Prevent small problems from becoming big ones

Think of it like brushing your teeth.
You don’t wait for a cavity to start brushing.

You don’t wait for your car to break down to change the oil.
So why wait for your body to fall apart before taking care of it?

Consistency is what creates long-term resilience.
If you’re ready to support your nervous system — not just treat pain — we’d love to help.
📞 Call to schedule your next adjustment

02/18/2026

Mamas, we see you. 🤍

Up every hour. Walking the halls at 3am. Holding your baby upright because laying them down means pain. You’ve tried the meds, the formulas, the diet changes… and nothing is working.

Reflux isn’t always just a stomach problem — it can be a stressed nervous system.

The vagus nerve (which controls digestion and the stomach valve) can be affected by misalignments at C1/C2 — something incredibly common after birth. When that interference is present, babies can struggle to digest, relax, and keep food down.

Gentle pediatric chiropractic adjustments (so light you could check a tomato for ripeness 🍅) help restore proper nervous system function — so their body can close the valve, digest well, calm down, and finally sleep.

We’ve seen so many “reflux babies” improve in just a few visits — not by masking symptoms, but by addressing the root cause.

Mama, you’re not crazy. Your baby isn’t broken.
Let’s check the nervous system first.

📍 Dealing with reflux? Book your infant assessment through the link in bio.

Guys, let's talk about something you've probably been struggling with in silence: low testosterone.Low energy, weight ga...
02/17/2026

Guys, let's talk about something you've probably been struggling with in silence: low testosterone.

Low energy, weight gain around the middle, lost muscle mass, brain fog, low libido, mood swings, poor sleep, decreased motivation.
You've been told it's "just part of getting older" and that testosterone replacement therapy (TRT) is your only option.

But did you know that Testosterone production is controlled by your NERVOUS SYSTEM?
Your hypothalamus and pituitary gland (in your brain) send signals through your nervous system to tell your body to produce testosterone.

When there are subluxations in your spine or chronic stress keeping your nervous system in overdrive, those signals get disrupted.
Add to that the fact that cortisol (stress hormone) and testosterone compete for the same raw materials in your body.

When you're chronically stressed—work pressure, poor sleep, nervous system dysfunction—your body prioritizes SURVIVAL (cortisol production) over THRIVING (testosterone production).
You literally cannot stress your way to healthy hormone levels.

Chiropractic care removes the interference in your nervous system so your body can:
✨ Regulate stress hormones properly
✨ Sleep deeply and recover
✨ Send clear signals for testosterone production
✨ Build muscle and manage weight
✨ Function the way it's designed to
We've seen men in our practice experience increased energy, better sleep, improved focus, easier weight management, and restored vitality—not from injections, but from supporting the system that controls it all.

Before you commit to a lifetime of TRT, let's check what's happening at the foundation: your nervous system.

You deserve to feel strong, focused, and energized again. And your body knows how to get there—it just needs the right support.

📍 Struggling with low energy, weight gain, or hormone issues? We would love to help. Link in bio.

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