A: Yes, we believe all children should have the benefit of a properly balanced body. Children can be adjusted using the NUCCA procedure right from birth. Due to the tendency for a child’s misalignment to have been present for a relatively short period of time the misalignment is typically less complex. Children also generally respond more quickly to adjustments and usually require fewer adjustments to attain spinal stability.

A: The atlas vertebrae encompasses the bottom portion of the brain, which when balanced allows proper neurological function, and when misaligned impedes neurological function within the body. The atlas is unique from other vertebrae in that it does not have any attached discs or interlocking joints, thereby when it moves in a specific direction, the body must compensate accordingly.

A: If there is no neurological or structural dysfunction found during an examination, then an adjustment should not be given. This can be compared to making a visit to your dentist. If you do not have cavities, the dentist does not need to take any further action.

A. Recovery is dependent upon:

- The length of time your body has been misaligned.
- The extent of damage to your nerves
- The degree of correction obtained.
- The active care you as a patient take in following the recommended care plan of the chiropractor.

A. Progress is determined by checking your neck temperature, postural balancing, hip level, leg length, and relaxation of your spinal muscles.

A. When a correction is made, the nervous system may become more sensitive, making you more aware of your body’s dysfunction. This is part of the healing process and is usually quite temporary. Adjustments are given only when the nervous system exhibits leg length disparity, postural and atlas temperature imbalance or when x-ray measurements so indicate.

A. No two subluxations/misalignments are identical. Therefore, every adjustment is different and calculated specifically to the patients x-ray analysis.

A: Yes. The procedure used in our office is preventative and not only intended for relief of your symptoms. However, the longer you hold your adjustment and do not need an adjustment, the less often you will be seen in our office.

A: Yes. Just as you can have a cavity in your tooth and not feel it, or have cancer and not know it, you can also have a misalignment and not be aware of it. The body does it’s best to camouflage symptoms which usually only surface when the problem becomes severe.

A. Some people are able to check their posture themselves after being under care for some time, and see a visible difference when they are imbalanced; however the only sure way is to have your chiropractor check you for measurable neurological and physical signs of misalignment.

A: Healing of the nerves and remodeling of the spinal balance takes time. Initially, there is a tendency for the body to shift back to it’s old imbalanced position until it stabilizes in the new balanced posture. Periodic office visits are necessary to maintain balance and continue the healing process. The time intervals of the healing process are somewhat unpredictable, as each individual’s misalignment is unique.

A: Some misalignments are complex and can require months to correct. Other misalignments are relatively easy to reduce. Factors such as the length of time you have had your problem, the number of falls, auto accidents, etc., can contribute to the healing time. Healing is broken into two parts: the first is the shorter period of getting your body balanced, the second is maintaining balance and only coming in to check the integrity of your alignment.

A. It is very common to experience healing in areas not thought to be associated with your chief complaint. Many dysfunctions of the body may occur which the patient does not perceive as being related to the correction of their nervous system. The optimal performance of the nervous system results in the improvement of all your body’s functions.

A. No. After holding your adjustment for a considerable amount of time, it will require time for the symptoms to recur when your body misaligns. Just as it takes time to get well, it takes time to get sick. This is the reason that you cannot trust your symptoms to tell you when you need to be adjusted.

A. Almost impossible. Patients who suggest this are judging their alignment by their symptoms, which are not reliable predictors of health. Frequently, an increase in your misalignment will temporarily reduce symptoms. When doubt arises as to whether you are balanced, have yourself checked as soon as possible by a NUCCA chiropractor.

A. The body has an inherent ability to heal itself if it is working normally, under the control of a healthy functioning nervous system. The adjustment restores the misaligned vertebrae toward normal position, which re-establishes the pathways of nerve tracts. This creates better performance in your nervous system and promotes healing.

A: Please call 360.597.4784 to schedule your first appointment. We will conduct a thorough exam, address your health concerns, and discuss your individual care needs.

A: Yes! You may call Dr. Perin at 360.597.4784, or you may reach him by email at [email protected]

A: We are happy to provide brochures, DVD’s, and Newsletters to give you the information you need to better understand the NUCCA technique and Balanced Living Chiropractic, and help you find out how it can help you and your family. There are also a number of websites full of information on NUCCA and Upper Cervical Chiropractic such as:

National Upper Cervical Chriopractic Association (NUCCA) – NUCCA.org
Upper Cervical Spine – UpCSpine.com

We provide you with a superbill, so that you may be reimbursed directly by your insurance company. Please call our office at 360.597.4784 and we will help you find out what your policy covers.

We accept and bill most Insurance Plans. Please call our office at 360.597.4784 and we will help you find out what your policy covers.

Upper Cervical Chiropractors restore proper head, neck, and spine alignment by performing a specific, precise, and gentle correction to the upper neck. Accidents and injuries tear loose the connective tissue that holds the spine in place, and this causes the spine to break down and lock into a stressed position. A misaligned spine frequently begins with a head or neck injury such as a motor vehicle crash, concussion, whiplash, slip or fall, sports injury, childhood injury or other trauma to the head and neck. The most common location for this type of misalignment to originate is the upper neck, otherwise known as the upper cervical spine. Upper Cervical Chiropractic Care focuses on correcting misalignments in the upper neck region of your spine. This type of misalignment can lead to a variety of debilitating symptoms and conditions, including vertigo, Ménière’s disease, dizziness, migraines, headaches, fibromyalgia, Trigeminal Neuralgia, TMJ, chronic neck pain, sciatica, low back pain and many other conditions. Vancouver Upper Cervical Chiropractic is uniquely qualified to correct upper neck misalignments to remove pressure and irritation on structures, including the brainstem and cranial nerves, effectively allowing you to restore your body’s vitality.

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Each specific and precise upper neck adjustment your Upper Cervical Chiropractic Doctor does is designed to ease the C1 and C2 bones back to their proper places and alignment. Patients have varying experiences after trying NUCCA Chiropractic in Vancouver, WA. Some enjoy immediate improvements, while others, especially those with severe cases of spinal misalignment, notice slight muscle stiffness that clears up in a few days. The goal of our care is to provide you with fast relief, maximum recovery, and long-lasting results.

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Each case of spinal misalignment is different. So, Upper Cervical Care Doctors custom design an approach based on the needs of each individual patient. Depending on the severity of your spinal misalignment and nerve interference and how quickly you respond to care will determine your need for follow-up care. You may need to return for subsequent adjustments for several weeks or even months after the initial session to correct and stabilize a misaligned spine. Once a misaligned spine is stabilized, it is recommended that you maintain your spinal health through visits to your Upper Cervical Chiropractor in Vancouver, WA much the same way that you maintain the health of your teeth by seeing your dentist.

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A misaligned spine may have developed over many years or even decades. Multiple visits to a chiropractic office are necessary because the bones must gradually be eased back into their natural alignment. Vancouver chiropractors use minimal force to realign C1 and C2 bones to prevent adding trauma to an already compressed or irritated brainstem, cranial nerves, and other structures. Also, it’s worth noting that chronic pain and other debilitating conditions don’t happen overnight. Hence, the healing process can also take time.

We accept and bill most Insurance Plans. Please call our office at 360.597.4784 and we will help you find out what your policy covers.