Upper Cervical Chiropractic in Houston

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Is Your Atlas or Axis Out of Alignment?

You probably don’t think much about the bones in your neck—until something starts to feel off. Maybe you’re getting headaches more often than usual or waking up stiff and foggy-headed. Sometimes, it’s your vision or your mood. What if that discomfort had something to do with the very top of your spine?

At our practice, we focus on the upper cervical spine—specifically, the Atlas (C1) and Axis (C2) vertebrae. These small but mighty bones are located at the top of your neck and support your skull. They’re also key players in how your nervous system functions.

Think of the atlas and axis as the foundation for your brain-body communication. If they shift out of alignment—even slightly—it can affect your entire system. We’re here to help correct those misalignments with care that’s precise, gentle, and focused on your body’s natural ability to regulate and heal.

What Is Upper Cervical Subluxation?

When these vertebrae are misaligned, it’s called a subluxation. This slight shift can disrupt how your brain and body talk to each other via the spinal cord and brainstem. That disruption can show up as a wide variety of symptoms, including:

Headaches and migraines
Dizziness or brain fog
Sinus pressure or allergies
Ringing in the ears or hearing changes
Jaw tension or facial pain
Sleep disturbances or mood swings

Dr. Jackie explains it like this: “The body’s always adapting. If you experience a trauma—physical, mental, or emotional—and can’t fully process it, your system may store it as tension in the upper neck. That’s your brain’s way of protecting you. Our job is to listen to those signals and help release that stored stress.”

Benefits of Upper Cervical Chiropractic

Every spine is unique, and so is every nervous system. By focusing on the upper neck, we help patients feel more clear, connected, and at ease. Many notice subtle yet powerful shifts—like improved posture and balance, fewer tension-related symptoms, a calmer and more adaptable nervous system, better sleep, and sharper mental clarity. Some even describe a sense of lightness or emotional release they hadn’t expected. Our care isn’t about forcing the spine into place. It’s about working with your body’s own wisdom.

Techniques Tailored to Your Needs

We don’t crack or twist the neck. Dr. Jackie uses a technique called NetworkSpinal™, which applies gentle touch points to help your body reset and reorganize from the inside out. These specific contacts encourage your system to unwind tension patterns and develop a new stability and energy efficiency baseline.

Every adjustment is based on your body’s needs that day—it’s not a one-size-fits-all routine. This is upper cervical care with precision and intention.

Let’s Talk—Your 15-Minute Consult Is Free

Not sure if upper cervical chiropractic is right for you? That’s okay. We offer a complimentary 15-minute consultation so you can ask questions, share your concerns, and get a feel for what we do—no pressure, no obligation. You’ll get a warm welcome, an honest conversation about whether our care is a match, and clear next steps if you’d like to continue.

Get on the path toward better brain-body health. Book your free consultation today at Innate Chiropractic Healing Arts Center!
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