Boulder Chiropractor Warns of Upper Cervical Misalignment Causing Chronic Issues

Atlas Chiropractic clinic sees patients with unexplained symptoms like headaches, fatigue, and balance problems.

Published on Feb. 8, 2026

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A Boulder-based chiropractic clinic, Atlas Chiropractic, is warning that upper cervical misalignment can lead to a range of chronic health issues that are often misdiagnosed. The clinic uses advanced imaging and posture analysis to identify structural problems in the upper spine that can cause nerve tension and symptoms like headaches, fatigue, brain fog, and balance problems. They provide gentle corrections and long-term support to promote lasting recovery.

Why it matters

Many patients are told their symptoms are unrelated, when in fact the nervous system has adapted to a structural issue in the upper spine for years. This can start with something as common as forward head posture from screen use or stress, leading to a loss of the neck's natural curve and misalignment that causes the body to slowly break down.

The details

Atlas Chiropractic specializes in correcting spinal misalignment at the top of the spine, just beneath the skull. They work with people reporting symptoms that seem to have no clear cause, after months or years of trying other treatments without lasting relief. The clinic's testing identifies issues like forward head posture, shoulder rotation, and loss of balance that indicate upper cervical distortion. This can lead to chronic tension patterns as the nervous system compensates, causing symptoms like ear pressure, brain fog, and poor balance.

  • Atlas Chiropractic has been based in Boulder since its founding.

The players

Atlas Chiropractic

A spinal care clinic based in Boulder that focuses on correcting upper cervical misalignment and promoting long-term structural recovery.

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What they’re saying

“We see many patients told their symptoms are unrelated. In most cases, the nervous system has adapted to a structural issue for years. It often starts with forward head posture from screen use or stress and loss of the neck's natural curve.”

— Clinic spokesperson (richmondnewsnow.com)

The takeaway

This case highlights how posture and spinal alignment can significantly impact overall health in ways many people don't realize. Atlas Chiropractic is encouraging people to get evaluated early before mild symptoms turn into long-term dysfunction requiring more intensive care.