Upper Cervical Spine Dysfunction Can Affect Neck and Shoulder Movement

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New research suggests that mobility restrictions in the joint connecting the base of the skull to the first cervical vertebra (the atlas) may cause persistent motor control deficits affecting both the neck and upper limbs. Restoring normal motion at this atlanto-occipital joint—through interventions such as chiropractic care—could help improve neck and shoulder mobility. Journal of Integrative Neuroscience, July 2025

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