Pathological changes, dehydration, degeneration, bulging, or herniation involving one or more intervertebral fibrocartilage discs in the cervical spine (most commonly C5-C6 or C6-C7).
Pathological changes, dehydration, degeneration, bulging, or herniation involving one or more intervertebral fibrocartilage discs in the cervical spine (most commonly C5-C6 or C6-C7).
Clinical Context: MRI evaluation confirms the degree of disc extrusion and whether spinal cord compression (cervical myelopathy) is present.
Diagnostic Consideration: Must be differentiated from simple muscular sprain/strain and shoulder rotator cuff tears.
Correcting Atlas tilt restores vertical center of gravity, taking destructive uneven gravitational shearing forces off vulnerable lower cervical discs.
The cranio-cervical junction (where the skull meets the Atlas and Axis vertebrae) is the primary structural crossroads of the central nervous system. When misalignment occurs here, it can create mechanical traction on the brainstem, impede venous drainage, and disturb autonomic balance. Hope Southlake uses calculated 3D digital imaging to gently reposition these vertebrae without any twisting, popping, or cracking.
It starts as a deep ache in the side of your neck, then shoots like a hot wire down through your trapezius, between your shoulder blades, and into your triceps or forearm.
Read Symptom Guide →Related SymptomYou wake up in the middle of the night shaking your hand to get feeling back into your fingers. Holding a steering wheel or typing sends pins and needles into your thumb, index, or pinky finger.
Read Symptom Guide →Related SymptomYou turn your head to back out of the driveway and a sharp, breathtaking pinch catches in your neck, freezing your movement and leaving your muscles locked in a spasm.
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After suffering from multiple concussions, a serious back injury, and finding no answers in the traditional medical system, Dr. Kramer discovered upper cervical care. This personal journey fueled his passion for bringing precise, individualized care to the Southlake community.
"We understand how discouraging it is to keep searching for answers and still not feel like yourself. You deserve clarity and a precise path forward."
Advanced testing and examination help determine if upper cervical care is right for you.
Start restoring nervous system function and getting your life back.
What does life look like when your nervous system is finally in balance and your symptoms no longer control your calendar?
Wake up without debilitating head pressure or dizziness
Keep commitments to work, family, and social plans
Achieve deep, restorative sleep that recharges your energy
Reduce dependency on endless prescription rescue medications
Don't just take our word for it.
"Dr Kramer was my answer to constant, severe headaches which were caused by my neck. He identified the issue, and got things working properly again. The relief has been incredible. I'm so grateful."
- Stephanie Kabat
"I came in to this office very afraid for my future, because the symptoms I was having were debilitating. After completing my recommended course of initial treatment, I am excited about the future again. Dr Kramer is incredibly knowledgeable."
- Jessica Gilbert
"Dr. Kramer is wonderful. Takes time to listen to your story and comes up with a treatment plan just for you. Patient specialized care that is evidence based. His treatment has helped me tremendously with symptoms others could not change or even bothered to address. Highly recommend his skilled approach."
- Elizabeth Rose
Hope Upper Cervical Spine Center
500 N Carroll Ave Suite 110
Southlake, TX 76092
Phone: (972) 638-0994
By relieving the mechanical overload on damaged lower discs, many patients experience significant pain reduction and disc rehydration without surgery.
Take the first step toward lasting relief and neurological stability. Schedule your consultation with Hope Southlake today.
