What Is UCC

Upper Cervical Chiropractic of Georgia

Upper Cervical Carel In A Nutshell

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Understanding UCC

The brain controls all messages to every cell in the body, including messages of health and healing. The upper cervical vertebrae—the atlas and the axis—directly affect the spinal cord and the control centres of the brain. If the atlas and axis are not aligned, the brain cannot communicate properly with the rest of the body. As a direct consequence, health problems may begin to appear. Upper Cervical is a specialised approach to chiropractic that corrects misalignments of the atlas or axis, thus restoring the body’s normal function and health. It’s as simple as that.


A Simple Concept

Upper Cervical care focuses on the proper alignment of the top vertebrae in the neck. The reason that head alignment is so important is that this part of your body protects your brainstem. Upper Cervical doctors believe that inference or disruption to the normal activity of your brainstem may potentially contribute to a number of health conditions.



An Upper Cervical correction is different from what many people think of as chiropractic manipulation. There is no pulling, tugging, or jerking of the head. This precise yet gentle touch allows the head, neck, and spine to return to the proper position, helping to remove the interference and restoring balance to 

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Patients suffering from a variety of conditions—including migraine, headaches, low back pain, tingling in the hands, jaw problems and facial pain (trigeminal neuralgia), fibromyalgia, and other nerve disorders—have reported improvements in their health through Upper Cervical results.

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What is UCC
What is UCC

The brain controls all messages to every cell in the body, including messages of health and healing.[...]

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The Misalignment
The Misalignment

The focus of Upper Cervical Care is the correct alignment of the two vertebrae in the spine: the atlas and the axis. [...]

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The Correction
The Correction

An adjustment is the physical correction of a misaligned joint. When a vertebra is misaligned, [...]

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Adjustment FAQ
Adjustment FAQ

That is ideally what we are trying to achieve. However, it is extremely rare that anyone needs just one [...]

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How Long
How Long

There is no simple answer to this question. However, there are three guidelines or Rules of Healing that [...]

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The Difference
The Difference

After graduating from general chiropractic college, Upper Cervical doctors continue post-graduate training in upper cervical care [...]

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Our Locations

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Our Upper Cervical Chiropractic Clinic takes care of all pacients that are located in those areas. If you can not find your area please give us a call at (770) 614 9444 and we'll help you find a chiropractic doctor near you.
  • 36849

    Auburn
  • 30168

    Austell
  • 30517

    Braselton
  • 30518

    Buford
  • 30040

    Cummings
  • 30097

    Duluth
  • 30338

    Dunwoody
  • 30344

    East Point
  • 30542

    Flowery Branch
  • 30501

    Gainesville
  • 30017

    Grayson
  • 30548

    Hoschton
  • 30022

    Johns Creek
  • 31635

    Lanier Islands
  • 30044

    Laurenceville
  • 30226

    Lilburn
  • 30071

    Norcross
  • 30019

    Dacula

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Emilia Heart

Emilia Heart

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I have been seeing Dr. Nick Tedder for 8 years. My two sons see him for 7 years. His practice has helped improve our health tremendously. Forever grateful! He is nice and ...
2022.04.23 — a year ago
Danielle Wiley

Danielle Wiley

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I have had a great experience at Upper Cervical Chiropractic of Georgia! Dr. Tedder did a great job or explaining everything before I got started and helped me understand how ...
2021.03.15 — 2 years ago
Ryan W

Ryan W

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Best care and customer service! The Doctors and staff are so kind and absolutely amazing at their jobs. They truly care about your health and will go the extra mile ...
2021.03.08 — 2 years ago
John Bartolotta

John Bartolotta

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I have been visiting Upper Cervical Chiropractic for the last 5 months and the results have been amazing. This is a more holistic approach to this science than your typical chiropractor. ...
2021.03.03 — 2 years ago
Ricky Thurmond

Ricky Thurmond

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Since coming to Upper Cervical Chiropractic of Ga 4+ years ago my overall health has improved. I now hold my adjustments for longer periods of time and feel so much better! ...
2017.06.16 — 6 years ago