Upper cervical care for recurring shoulder pain
Shoulder pain can be frustrating—especially when it limits your sleep, movement, or ability to lift, reach, or carry comfortably. It may start gradually or appear suddenly.
At Precision Chiropractic, we look beyond the shoulder itself to assess whether misalignment in your neck is affecting how your shoulder moves and heals. If you’ve been told it’s “not serious enough” or have tried therapy or rest without lasting results, we’ll help you take a closer look.
Why Shoulder Pain May Be Connected to the Neck
The shoulder is one of the most mobile joints in your body, and it depends on a stable foundation to move properly. That foundation includes your cervical spine, where the nerves that control the muscles of the shoulder and arm originate.
If the upper cervical spine is out of alignment, it can create tension in the nervous system and reduce the quality of communication between the brain and shoulder muscles. This may lead to:
In many cases, the real issue isn’t weakness or damage in the shoulder, but nerve stress that hasn’t been addressed.
What To Expect From
Our Care
Your care starts with a full consultation and digital imaging to assess your alignment, posture, and how your nervous system is functioning.
If upper cervical misalignment is contributing to your shoulder symptoms, we’ll create a personalized care plan that includes:
There’s no twisting, cracking, or overcorrection. Our care is focused, calm, and based on what your body needs to rebalance.
Benefits Our Patients
Often Notice
When your nervous system works more clearly, the muscles and joints around the shoulder can move and function more naturally. Patients often report:
Less shoulder stiffness, tension, or pain
Relief from secondary symptoms like neck tightness or arm discomfort
Better sleep and fewer flare-ups
Improved range of motion and flexibility
A greater sense of comfort and control during daily activities