Upper Cervical Chiropractic in Charlotte, NC

The top two vertebrae — the atlas (C1) and axis (C2) — sit directly beneath the brainstem and protect the most concentrated bundle of neurological tissue in the body. When they shift, the consequences ripple everywhere.

Symptoms Linked to Upper Cervical Dysfunction

• Chronic migraines and tension headaches
• Vertigo, dizziness, and balance problems
• Post-concussion syndrome and whiplash
• Brain fog, anxiety, and sleep disruption
• Neck pain and TMJ tension

Our Approach at Align

Drs. McMahon, Gardner, and Jones use precise, gentle upper cervical corrections combined with the Syntropy method. There is no twisting or aggressive popping — just specific, measured contacts that allow the brainstem area to settle into proper alignment.

Why It Works

When the upper cervical spine holds correction, the nervous system stops compensating. Patients commonly report that symptoms they have lived with for years — sometimes decades — begin to resolve within the first few visits.

Book a neuro-structural evaluation in Ballantyne to see whether upper cervical care is right for you.