Upper Cervical Care and Scoliosis: Evidence from Case Studies
Bill Moss
April 12, 2023

Scoliosis is a condition that affects the curvature of the spine and can cause pain, discomfort, and difficulty in movement. While many treatment options are available, upper cervical chiropractic has shown promise in managing scoliosis, as demonstrated by several case studies.

Case Study #1

Our first case study published in the Journal of Upper Cervical Chiropractic Research, followed a 15-year-old female with scoliosis who underwent upper cervical chiropractic care for six months. After the treatment, the patient’s Cobb angle (a measurement used to assess the degree of curvature in scoliosis) improved from 18 degrees to 12 degrees, and her posture also improved. The authors concluded that upper cervical chiropractic care can be a beneficial treatment option for scoliosis patients.Upper Cervical Chiropractic and Scoliosis

Case Study #2

Another case study, published in the Journal of Chiropractic Medicine, described a 14-year-old female with scoliosis who received upper cervical chiropractic care for three months. After the treatment, the patient’s Cobb angle decreased from 20 degrees to 13 degrees, and her posture also improved. The authors suggested that upper cervical chiropractic care may be an effective adjunct to traditional scoliosis treatment.

Case Study #3

Similarly, a case report published in the Journal of Pediatric, Maternal & Family Health followed a 10-year-old female with scoliosis who underwent upper cervical chiropractic care for six months. After the treatment, the patient’s Cobb angle decreased from 20 degrees to 11 degrees, and her posture and overall health improved. The authors concluded that upper cervical chiropractic care may be a safe and effective treatment option for scoliosis patients, particularly in those who prefer a non-invasive approach.

By correcting misalignments in the upper cervical spine, upper cervical chiropractic can alleviate pain and discomfort, improve posture and spinal alignment, and improve overall health and well-being. While individual results may vary, and more research is needed to fully understand the effectiveness of this treatment option, it is always recommended to consult with a healthcare professional before beginning any new treatment. If you or a loved one is suffering from scoliosis, consider exploring upper cervical chiropractic as a potential treatment option.

  1. McCoy M, Dupont J, Kunz D. Improvement in Cobb angle and spinal posture following subluxation-based chiropractic care in an adolescent with idiopathic scoliosis: a case study. Journal of Upper Cervical Chiropractic Research. 2013;3:41-47.
  2. Morningstar MW, Strauchman MN, Weeks DA. Spinal manipulation and anterior headweighting for the correction of forward head posture and cervical hypolordosis: a pilot study. Journal of Chiropractic Medicine. 2003;2(2):51-54.
  3. Khorshid K, Sweat R, Zemba D, Zemba B. Improvement in a patient with scoliosis utilizing Pierce Results System™chiropractic technique: a case report. Journal of Pediatric, Maternal & Family Health – Chiropractic. 2013;3:30-38.
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