Tingling, numbness, and weakness—especially in the arms or hands—are symptoms that are frequently misunderstood and, as a result, mistreated.

We’ve seen countless patients who’ve been diagnosed with:

• Carpal tunnel syndrome
• Ulnar nerve entrapment
• Thoracic outlet syndrome

They’ve tried physical therapy, braces, or even surgery, only to find their symptoms persist. Why? Because in many cases, the problem isn’t at the wrist, elbow, or shoulder. It’s actually starting in the neck.

The Overlooked Source: Your Cervical Spine

The nerves that control your arms and hands originate in your brain and travel down through the spinal cord and out through the neck before branching into the limbs. If there is misalignment or dysfunction in the upper cervical spine, it can:

• Distort or compress nerve pathways
• Disrupt normal brain-to-body communication
• Lead to symptoms like tingling, numbness, burning, or weakness

We commonly find that persistent, stubborn cases of tingling and numbness are due to spinal misalignments in the neck that have never been addressed—sometimes not even considered.

Especially in the Upper Extremities

For patients with symptoms in the hands or arms, the neck is particularly important. These nerves exit the cervical spine and travel through the shoulder into the hand. If there is tension, misalignment, or pressure upstream, then downstream treatments won’t fully solve the problem.

How We Help with Tingling and Numbness

Our approach begins at the top—where many issues originate:

1. Advanced Imaging
   We take a detailed 3D image using cone beam computed tomography (CBCT) to evaluate the alignment of your upper neck and skull.
2. Precision Adjustments
   If misalignments are present, we perform a gentle, image-guided adjustment to restore normal alignment and reduce nerve pressure—without cracking or twisting.
3. Individualized Support
   Based on your specific needs, we may recommend posture support or refer to trusted specialists if another system (like the shoulder or wrist) is also contributing.