UPPER CERVICAL CHIROPTACTIC MEDICINE
Scientific research has shown that a misalignment (subluxation) of the C1 area results in over-excitation of an area of the brainstem that controls tone of postural musculature. This stressor on the nervous system results in postural imbalances and unequal leg lengths. Posture can be analyzed utilizing different postural measurement tools such as visual assessment, uneven weight distribution and x-rays. Leg length checks are performed while lying down. The protocol developed by NUCCA (National Upper Cervical Chiroptactic Association) consists of several steps: determining whether or not atlas subluxation complex (ASC) is present, taking precise x-ray films of the upper cervical spine in 3-D, x-rays analysis, the adjustment and post-x-rays.