Dr. Thomas Polucki

12/04/2025

Ever wake up dizzy — even on a calm morning?
That’s not random, and it’s not “just getting older.”
Your balance system runs off a network of tiny sensors in your upper neck.
When they misfire, you wake up feeling like the room moved before you did.
If that sounds familiar, there may be a pattern.

12/02/2025

It’s interesting how much changes when you pause for a moment—letting the shoulders soften, taking a slower breath that lifts the chest, or simply shifting your body to reset. These small choices add up. They don’t need to be dramatic; just steady, simple moments that support how you want to feel.

If you’ve been looking for ways to feel more at ease during the day, or you’re starting to notice the signals your body sends you, you’re in good company. These patterns are incredibly common, and understanding them is often the first step toward feeling lighter, clearer, and more supported.

And if you ever want help exploring what might fit your rhythm, we’re here to help you make sense of your options.
Because when your mornings begin clear, your focus steadies—and the rest of your day tends to work a little better.

12/01/2025

Many people feel a subtle tension or “background tightness” near the upper neck during long workdays or screen time.
It’s one of those areas we don’t think about until it quietly demands attention.

This small region at the base of the skull helps guide posture, balance, and daily comfort.
But when we sit for long stretches, breathe shallowly, or lean into our screens, it can start to feel overworked — not because anything is wrong, but because our body simply adapts to what we do most.

The good news?
Small shifts can make a meaningful difference over time.
A softer breath.
Letting the shoulders fall.
A quick reset between tasks.
Little choices that support how you want to feel.

If you’ve been exploring ways to feel more at ease through your day, you’re not alone — and understanding these patterns is the first step.

Clear mornings make everything else work better.

11/26/2025

If your jaw pops on a normal day — even when you’re not chewing — your body is giving you a hint.
The upper neck and jaw share the same nerve network.
When the muscles behind your skull tighten, the TMJ becomes overactive trying to stabilize your head position… and it “pops.”
The jaw isn’t the villain.
It’s the messenger.

Did your jaw just randomly pop for no apparent reason? This video discusses why your jaw might be "popping" and experiencing "jaw cracking", suggesting the c...

11/25/2025

If one shoulder always sits higher — even after stretching, massage, or workouts — your body is compensating, not failing.
Your shoulder isn’t the problem.
It’s the messenger.
When head-position sensors behind your skull get tight or misaligned, your brain shifts the entire torso to keep your eyes level — making one shoulder look “stuck.”
If you’ve seen it in the mirror, your body is already trying to fix something upstream.

Ever notice one's shoulders always higher even after a good stretch? Your body's trying to tell you something sneaky. This video discusses why one shoulder m...

11/24/2025

If your vision gets blurry around 2pm — and your eye doctor says everything’s normal — you’re not imagining it.
Your eyes depend on tiny reflexes triggered by your neck alignment.
When those muscles get tight, your eye-tracking system works overtime…
and your vision fades just long enough to make you rub your face and lose focus.
If that describes you, your body isn’t malfunctioning — it’s messaging.

Experiencing blurry vision around 2 p.m. can be frustrating, especially when an eye exam shows no issues. This video explores the common causes and factors b...

11/22/2025

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11/21/2025

Santa Clarita — we’re behind on this year’s food drive.
So I’m turning relief into generosity.
Bring in a $20 for Santa Clarita Grocery
→ Get a $99 Instalign Massage™ gift certificate
→ Use it or re-gift it
→ Feed a local family

Share if you know someone with a big heart.

We are running behind on this year's food drive, so we're offering something special for our community. By bringing in a $20 donation for Santa Clarita Groce...

11/20/2025

Jaw tension that won’t quit?
It might start in your neck.
The trigeminal and cervical nerves share a switchboard — so when one’s tight, the other flares.
Balance the neck, and the jaw often follows.
💬 Comment SWITCH and I’ll send you my Neck-Jaw Reset

11/19/2025

Ever get that weird throbbing or pulsing in your head — but you’re not stressed, and there’s zero headache?
Your body is telling you something important.
Tiny muscles in your upper neck regulate blood flow and pressure signals to your brainstem.
When they tighten, kink, or misfire, you feel a pulse you can’t explain…
because your brain is trying to recalibrate circulation in real time.
That pulse is a message — not a mystery.

Ever feel a weird pulse in your head without a headache? This could be an early indication of overload, potentially related to underlying issues that cause *...

11/18/2025

Some people can’t relax no matter how hard they try — and it’s not mental.
Chronic neck tension keeps the body stuck in a loop of false alarm signals.
Breaking that loop requires retraining the nervous system, not just deep breathing.
💬 Drop SAFE below and I’ll share my quick checklist to restore safety signals and calm.

Can't relax no matter what? It's not willpower, it's wiring. This video explains how **tight neck muscles** and shoulder tension can trigger a stress reactio...

11/04/2025

👏 Big thanks to our amazing patients helping stock shelves at Santa Clarita Grocery!
Your generosity = full hearts and full plates. 🥫❤️
We’re proud to be part of a community that truly cares.