NUCCA is an acronym for National Upper Cervical Chiropractic Association. This technique is a low force Upper Cervical Specific specialty technique. This means that we correct misalignments throughout the spine by precisely balancing the whole spine via the atlas vertebrae at the top of the neck, which is tasked with supporting the head while protecting the brainstem while still allowing movement of the head and neck. Misalignments of this bone, which are detectable on x-ray, can alter the movement, position, and posture of the spine as a whole. The reduction of this misalignment, which does not require any twisting, popping, or cracking, is able to restore healthy movement, position, and posture of the entire spine.