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1 article.
July 28, 2026
Resolution of Chronic Headaches Following Upper Cervical Chiropractic Care: A Retrospective Case Series
**Background:** Chronic headaches are a prevalent and debilitating condition often managed with long-term pharmacotherapy. Chiropractic care, particularly focusing on the upper cervical spine, offers a non-pharmacological approach by addressing potential biomechanical dysfunctions. This report evaluates outcomes for patients with chronic headaches treated at a single chiropractic clinic. **Methods:** A retrospective case series was conducted on four de-identified patients from Nexus Chiropractic Clinic. Inclusion criteria were a primary complaint of chronic headaches and documented outcomes following a course of care. The primary intervention was Atlas Orthogonal upper cervical chiropractic adjustments, supplemented by other clinic protocols. Data were extracted from patient records and verified testimonials. **Results:** The cohort (n=4) reported a mean reduction in headache symptoms of 90%. Outcomes included complete resolution of headaches, cessation of pain medication, and a significant decrease in headache frequency from daily to less than once per week. All cases noted substantial improvement attributed to the correction of cervical alignment. **Conclusions:** In this small case series, patients with chronic headaches demonstrated significant clinical improvement following a treatment plan centered on Atlas Orthogonal chiropractic care. These findings suggest this approach may be a viable option for this patient population, warranting further investigation through more rigorous study designs.