Upper Cervical Chiropractic in Tampa, Florida
Upper Cervical Chiropractic vs. Traditional Chiropractic
TRADITIONAL CHIROPRACTIC
To understand what we do, we first must be clear on what we don’t do. A conventional chiropractor’s goal is to:
- Increase range of motion.
- Reduce muscular spasm.
- Relieve or reduce pain.
The majority of chiropractors take the traditional approach and do a great job at it. However, this type of care falls under symptom relief or symptom management, otherwise known as “band-aid” care.
Our goals are much different as a non-traditional upper cervical chiropractic office in Lutz, Odessa, and Land 'O Lakes, FL. We don’t simply aim to patch pain by:
• Adjusting the spot that hurts.
• Feeling for tight muscles.
• Using therapies like electrical stimulation or massage because it “feels good”.
Our only goal is to help you live the life you deserve by objectively correcting your unique spinal misalignment using the best technology and angle of correction specific to you.
UPPER CERVICAL CHIROPRACTIC
At Foundation Chiropractic, we utilize state-of-the-art equipment to determine the presence of a Atlas Obstruction of the spine, which is typically the underlying cause of a variety of secondary conditions (symptoms) that you may be experiencing. Our doctors specialize in Foundational Correction™ — a unique blend of Upper Cervical Chiropractic Orthospinology and Chiropractic BioPhysics®.
What does that mean for you as the patient?
- If an Atlas Obstruction is detected, our doctors will create an individually tailored and calculated correction plan to restore your spinal alignment to a normal range.
- Low-force Upper Cervical Chiropractic Orthospinology – no popping, twisting, cracking.
- Long term correction –our goal is for the patient to maintain the correction, rather than need to be adjusted repeatedly. SEE AND FEEL the difference.
To further understand the nature of an Atlas Obstruction, consider that if a house has a poor foundation, you may find it leads to cracks in the walls, windows that do not close correctly, and floorboards that creak.
One may choose to continuously address these individual issues (symptoms) by filling in the cracks, lubricating the windows, and hammering another nail in the floor. However, the reality is that these individual issues will likely continue recurring until the underlying cause (foundation) is corrected.
How Gentle is Upper Cervical Chiropractic?
The Orthospinology instrument (KH Laney 2) used to correct the upper cervical spine is incredibly gentle. Although it might sound intimidating at first, most patients are surprised by how subtle it feels—using only about 2 to 3 pounds of pressure on the atlas.
The most common reaction we hear is, "That's it?"
Thanks to the precision of this technique, we’re able to deliver a carefully calculated, vector-based force that corrects the misalignment without any twisting, cracking, or popping—making it safe, comfortable, and highly effective.
What is Foundational Correction?
Our unique chiropractic approach is centered around Foundational Correction™, targeting the root cause of your health concerns—not just the symptoms.
This specialized method is a mixture of the top researched techniques and is exclusively offered at Foundation Chiropractic Lutz, FL. This non-traditional form of care combines precise chiropractic techniques with customized structural rehabilitation exercises and lifestyle guidance to support long-term healing and stability.
EXPERIENCE THE FOUNDATIONAL DIFFERENCE
CANDIDATE QUALIFICATION PROCESS
TRADITIONAL CHIROPRACTIC
FOUNDATIONAL CORRECTION
Complimentary Consultation
Maybe
Yes
Health History
Yes
Yes
Comprehensive Foundational Examination
(4 Objective Measurements)
Yes
Comprehensive Case Analysis
Yes
Patient Recommendation Conference
Maybe
Yes
Personalized Correction for Each Patient
Yes
OUR TECHNOLOGY
TRADITIONAL CHIROPRACTIC
FOUNDATIONAL CORRECTION
Digital Postural Analysis
No
Yes
NeuroFoundational Scan
(Spinal Thermography)
No
Yes
MyoFoundational Scan
(Surface EMG)
No
Yes
Full Body Thermal Imaging
No
Yes
Digital Radiographic Imaging
Maybe
Yes
PATIENT PERKS
TRADITIONAL CHIROPRACTIC
FOUNDATIONAL CORRECTION
Open Correction Hours / Flexible Scheduling
Maybe
Yes
Gentle Corrections
(No Popping, Twisting, or Cracking)
No
Yes
VIP Affiliates
(Local Discounts with Foundation Partners)
No
Yes
Flexible Payment Options
(Transparent Cost of Care)
Maybe
Yes
Periodic Objective Examination
(End of Care Results Conference)
Maybe
Yes
COMPLIMENTARY RECOMMENDATIONS
TRADITIONAL CHIROPRACTIC
FOUNDATIONAL CORRECTION
Bodysite Patient Portal
No
Yes
Initial Supplement Recommendations
Maybe
Yes
Online Exercise Video Library
No
Yes
Complimentary Traction Mat
No
Yes
ROUTINE OFFICE VISIT
TRADITIONAL CHIROPRACTIC
FOUNDATIONAL CORRECTION
NeuroFoundational Scan Pre/Post Adjustment
No
Yes
Hip Caliper Measurement
No
Yes
Leg Length Analysis
Maybe
Yes
Post-Correction Analysis
Maybe
Yes
