S3Ep44: Finding Alignment: Healing Through the Upper Cervical Spine with Dr. Matthew Roe

EPISODE · Nov 20, 2025 · 35 MIN

S3Ep44: Finding Alignment: Healing Through the Upper Cervical Spine with Dr. Matthew Roe

from Ripple Effect Connection · host Kristi Hujik

Upper cervical chiropractor Dr. Matthew Roe joins the show to explore how the Atlas and Axis at the top of the spine influence the nervous system, posture, and whole-body health. He and Kristi unpack the impact of modern stress, chronic sympathetic overload, and the rise of tech neck—especially what this means for kids and future generations. Listeners will learn how upper cervical misalignment can trigger widespread symptoms, why gentle adjustments can create powerful shifts, and what simple daily habits can support spinal alignment and long-term resilience.00:00 Intro03:51 Understanding Chiropractic Care and Health05:48 The Importance of Upper Cervical Spine08:43 C1 C2 and the Relation to Nervous System10:57 Common Symptoms and Conditions Treated13:08 Precision in Upper Cervical Adjustments15:15 Success Stories and Unexpected Outcomes18:49 Posture, Vagus Nerve, and Modern Health Issues21:19 The Impact of Technology on Posture23:25 Correcting Postural Issues Now and In the Future25:16 The Need for Chiropractic Care with Younger Generation27:37 Other Tools Besides Adjustments31:07 Takeaways For Treating The Upper Cervical SpineConnect with Kristi Hujik:===== Instagram - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://instagram.com/wholehealthkristi⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠===== Website - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://kristihujik.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ===== Work with me - ⁠https://www.kristihujik.com/coaching-offerings ⁠⁠⁠===== Register for my Free 2026 Health Goals Planning Webinar - https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_JZ4InsLrToOLYZiEs8nRmA===== Product discounts and links for you - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://linktr.ee/wholehealth⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ===== Watch On & Subscribe To My Youtube Channel - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/@wholehealthkristi13 ⁠⁠⁠===== Full Show Notes - ⁠⁠⁠⁠h⁠ttps://kristihujik.com/podcast⁠⁠⁠⁠Connect With Dr. Matthew Roe:===== Website - https://wintergardenchiropractors.com/===== Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/roefamilychiropractic/===== Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/roefamilychiropractic

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