Frequently Asked Questions
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What is NUCCA and how does it differ from traditional chiropractic techniques?
NUCCA stands for National Upper Cervical Chiropractic Association. From the patient’s experience, NUCCA is very different for several reasons. There is no popping, twisting, or thrusting into the spine. The NUCCA adjustment is based on measurements taken from x-rays, so each individual patient receives an adjustment tailor-made for their body. The focus is on restoring total body balance. In many cases this means that fewer chiropractic adjustments may be necessary in order to reach the desired changes, which means fewer chiropractic visits. NUCCA specifically targets the upper cervical region, utilizing gentle, low-force adjustments and thorough assessments through x-ray imaging. It emphasizes the relationship between upper cervical alignment and the nervous system, integrating lifestyle counseling for holistic health
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Do you take x-rays?
To see is to know, not to see is to guess. The NUCCA procedure is guided by objective measurements of your postural alignment, including x-rays at the junction of the head and the neck. What gives Dr. Winterbower the ability to adjust so precisely is her use of x-rays. The digital x ray technology available reduces exposure to radiation as much as possible
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What type of insurance do you accept?
At Precision Spine Care, we do not accept any insurance.
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Why do you look at posture so much?
Dr. Winterbower uses objective measures of posture to determine if a patient is out of alignment and in need of an upper cervical adjustment, or if care is not needed at this time. Every patient visit includes multiple objective measurements of posture.
Many patients note that they can actually see the difference in their posture before and after the adjustment, and Dr. Winterbower will coach you on identifying the signs that your own posture is changing, showing when you might need an upper cervical chiropractic adjustment.
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How often do I need to come back?
The NUCCA procedure is meant to restore proper body balance and allow the body a greater ability for self-healing. For most people that does not come from a one-time adjustment, so a proper care plan is necessary to make sure that you’re progressing under Dr. Winterbower's care.
While everyone’s response is different, generally speaking, those who choose upper cervical care make fewer repeat visits than with other forms of chiropractic care. The emphasis in NUCCA is not on getting repeated adjustments, but making sure that your adjustment is holding. After an initial period of care, many patients are able to make seasonal return visits to Dr. Winterbower to get their alignment checked
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Do I have to have a health concern to receive care? What kind of health problems do you see?
You do not have to have a specific condition in order to benefit from upper cervical chiropractic care. The upper cervical chiropractic procedure intends to restore proper balance to the human body, regardless if there is pain. Those concerned with human well-being and performance, including athletes, have found that the better body balance through NUCCA is beneficial. Thorough examination before starting are will determine if you have a misalignment that NUCCA addresses even before health problems start to manifest.
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