When Migraines Control Your Life, It’s Time to Look Deeper
Lasting Migraine Relief without Drugs, Surgery, or Forceful Adjustments.
Dr. Charlie Ross D.C.
NUCCA Doctor
New Patient Consultation Special
1 hour No-Charge Consultation for New Patients
Call Sophia to Schedule: (206) 504- 2225
A Migraine is Not “Just a Headache...”
It’s the pounding pain behind your eyes.
The light that feels unbearable.
The nausea.
The missed work and canceled plans
and anxiety of "when is the next one coming?".
Migraines 101
What is the difference between a Migraine and a Headache?
While both deal with head pain, a headache is a constant, dull pain, usually on both sides of the head. A migraine is a throbbing pain that usually occurs on one side of the head, and is accompanied by other, often severe symptoms such blurry vision, nausea, and sensitivity to light, touch, or sound. They are often re-occurring and are sometimes preceded by an 'aura' or light haze minutes before the pain kicks in. While headaches can last a few hours, migraines can last up to a few days.
Why Do They Keep Coming Back?
Most migraine treatments such as prescription medications, over-the-counter pain relievers, injections, or supplements focus on managing symptoms or, they focus on simply identifying and avoiding triggers. While these approaches can be helpful, they often do not address mechanical stress at the brainstem level.
If the nervous system is constantly compensating for upper cervical misalignment, migraines may continue to return—regardless of medication or lifestyle changes.
What Causes Migraines?
Migraines are widely recognized as a neurological condition, involving altered signaling in the brain and nervous system.
Even small misalignments irritate or compress the brainstem, disrupt normal blood flow to the brain, create abnormal tension in surrounding muscles, overstimulate pain pathways linked to migraines
One area that is often overlooked is the upper cervical spine—the top of the neck where the head meets the body. This region protects the brainstem, influences blood flow, muscle tone, and nerve signaling and plays a key role in how the brain processes pain, stress, and sensory input.
How can a NUCCA chiropractor help?
The purpose is not to “treat migraines,” but to reduce neurological interference so the brain and body can function with less stress.
Upper Cervical Chiropractic Care focuses on correcting misalignments in the upper neck region of your spine. A misaligned spine typically begins with injury to the head or neck but can also be caused by stress, sudden head movements, or allergies; this type of misalignment can lead to debilitating symptoms and conditions such migraines.
Upper Cervical Chiropractors restore proper head, neck, and spine alignment by performing a specific, precise and gentle correction to the C1 and C2 bones.
Testimonials
Real People. Real Pain. Real Relief.
After a recent medical procedure, I was experiencing severe daily vertigo, headaches, neck & spine pain, tailbone pain, not sleeping and lack of appetite for nearly two months. My first visit with Dr. Ross was nothing short of a miracle. After my first visit I slept through the night, headaches disappeared, vertigo gone and my appetite came back immediately. Dr.Ross uses the gentle NUCCA chiropractic approach and is very thorough during his evaluation. I highly recommend this approach over regular chiropractic care for those who want a gentle and immediate relief of any spinal pain issues. -Thank you Dr. Ross-
Continuing to not have neck pain or headaches has been so nice. Before this treatment, I was constantly worried about my neck pain- and not as happy as I could be. The treatments are so gentle and as someone with anxiety, it was a real positive to not be stressed out by the treatments, they are so gentle- yet precise. Dr Ross is so specific and engineered a plan to get lasting results. Thank you Dr Charlie Ross DC
I had a chiropractic adjustment and it helped me recover. My spinal curvature and pain have now disappeared. I'm very grateful to the doctor for his thorough examination and treatment. I can now work normally. I'm very grateful to Dr. Charlie Ross for his treatment of my body, which has helped me reduce pain and work normally. I highly recommend Dr. Charlie Ross's treatment. He's been very helpful!
Dr. Ross goes above and beyond! I was diagnosed with Fibromyalgia in 2011. I was plagued with chronic pain & fatigue, brain fog, and migraines. I couldn't do very much outside of work (desk job). My correction is more complicated than most, but he took the time to properly assess and reassess my case to provide the care that I need. In the short time that I have been a patient of Dr. Ross' (6 months), there has been a remarkable reduction in my symptoms and a significant improvement to my overall quality of life!
As a very active 68-year-old, I want to continue enjoying my golf activities with minimal soreness afterwards. The examination, particularly the x-rays, were very specific and detailed. After a few NUCCA Adjustments, I noticed that my hip pain was gone, I no longer had headaches, and my neck was more mobile. Dr. Ross recommended a very reasonable treatment plan, with the goal of having me come less frequently as the adjustments hold longer. I am very thankful for Dr. Charlie Ross; he is knowledgeable and communicates in a way that you don’t need a Ph.D to understand!!
After years of suffering from neck pain, pain between my shoulders, back pain, and tingling in my arms, I finally found relief. I used to be so uncomfortable that I needed all sorts of different treatments two or three times a week just to get by. NUCCA (Upper Cervical) adjustments have made a huge difference in my day to day life. Over four to six weeks, my symptoms gradually disappeared. Now, I have no back pain at all and can get through my day without discomfort. I no longer feel like I need a treatment just to survive the pain. I still go once or twice a month for a check-up, which keeps me feeling great. What I love about NUCCA is how precise it is. Dr. Charlie Ross is incredibly analytical and figures out exactly what's needed at each visit. It's like a logical, focused, and highly engineered approach to treatment—and it worked for me -without the constant need for more...
Dr. Ross has been tremendously helpful in reducing my pain and fatigue throughout my body along with migraines. Upper Cervical care has improved my quality of life. Dr. Ross is very proactive when it comes to treatment plans and is very thorough with his assessments!
NUCAA: A Special Upper Cervical Chiropractic Technique
How Can NUCCA Care Help You?
This is not twisting. This is not cracking. This is not guessing.
NUCCA is one of the most widely known chiropractic techniques aiming to restore balance in your body and address postural distortions.
The Science Behind NUCCA
NUCCA does not directly treat the sciatic nerve or “push discs back into place.” Instead, it works by improving nervous system communication and postural balance so the body can heal more efficiently on its own.
NUCCA works by providing gentle adjustments to the C1 and C2 bone alignments. When your neck maintains alignment, the nervous system begins to heal.
Is NUCCA Right for You?
One of the biggest advantages of NUCCA care is that it supports healing without drugs or surgery.
Instead, NUCCA focuses on restoring alignment and stability.
This conservative approach is especially appealing for people who want to avoid long-term medication or, are not surgical candidates.
NUCCA can be provided to people of any age; it may be a good fit for you if:
- Migraines are recurring or increasing
- You want a conservative, drug-free option
- You’ve never had your upper cervical alignment evaluated
- You value precision and neurological health
Most importantly, NUCCA care works best when it’s appropriate for the individual. Not all sciatica is upper cervical in origin — and honest evaluation matters.
What Happens During a Visit?
- A detailed consultation
-Neurological and postural evaluation
-Specialized imaging (when indicated)
-A clear explanation of findings—no pressure, no hype
Meet Our Team
Dr. Charlie Ross D.C
NUCCA Doctor
Dr. Ross specializes in gentle NUCCA chiropractic care focused on restoring alignment, relieving pain, and improving overall well being.
Sophia Fisher
Clinic Coordinator and Social Media Marketing
Sophia aids in the creation and output of the clinics social media marketing as well as assists in scheduling patient appointments
Healing
Regulating your nervous system improves your overall quality of life
Effective
Precise adjustments leading to long lasting results
Natural
No more injections, or drugs
"Dr. Charlie Ross has been helping me with my hip pain through NUCCA Chiropractic Adjustments, which involve adjusting the top of the neck in a very specific way. As a very active 68-year-old, I want to continue enjoying my golf activities with minimal soreness afterwards. The examination, particularly the x-rays, was very specific and detailed. After a few NUCCA Adjustments, I noticed that my hip pain was gone, I no longer had headaches, and my neck was more mobile. Dr. Ross recommended a very reasonable treatment plan, with the goal of having me come less frequently as the adjustments hold longer. I am very thankful for Dr. Charlie Ross; he is knowledgeable and communicates in a way that you don’t need a Ph.D to understand!!"
- Bruce S.
Call Sophia: (206) 504-2225
After a recent medical procedure, I was experiencing severe daily vertigo, headaches, neck & spine pain, tailbone pain, not sleeping and lack of appetite for nearly two months. My first visit with Dr. Ross was nothing short of a miracle. After my first visit I slept through the night, headaches disappeared, vertigo gone and my appetite came back immediately. Dr.Ross uses the gentle NUCCA chiropractic approach and is very thorough during his evaluation. I highly recommend this approach over regular chiropractic care for those who want a gentle and immediate relief of any spinal pain issues. -Thank you Dr. Ross-
Continuing to not have neck pain or headaches has been so nice. Before this treatment, I was constantly worried about my neck pain- and not as happy as I could be. The treatments are so gentle and as someone with anxiety, it was a real positive to not be stressed out by the treatments, they are so gentle- yet precise. Dr Ross is so specific and engineered a plan to get lasting results. Thank you Dr Charlie Ross DC
I had a chiropractic adjustment and it helped me recover. My spinal curvature and pain have now disappeared. I'm very grateful to the doctor for his thorough examination and treatment. I can now work normally. I'm very grateful to Dr. Charlie Ross for his treatment of my body, which has helped me reduce pain and work normally. I highly recommend Dr. Charlie Ross's treatment. He's been very helpful!
Dr. Ross goes above and beyond! I was diagnosed with Fibromyalgia in 2011. I was plagued with chronic pain & fatigue, brain fog, and migraines. I couldn't do very much outside of work (desk job). My correction is more complicated than most, but he took the time to properly assess and reassess my case to provide the care that I need. In the short time that I have been a patient of Dr. Ross' (6 months), there has been a remarkable reduction in my symptoms and a significant improvement to my overall quality of life!
As a very active 68-year-old, I want to continue enjoying my golf activities with minimal soreness afterwards. The examination, particularly the x-rays, were very specific and detailed. After a few NUCCA Adjustments, I noticed that my hip pain was gone, I no longer had headaches, and my neck was more mobile. Dr. Ross recommended a very reasonable treatment plan, with the goal of having me come less frequently as the adjustments hold longer. I am very thankful for Dr. Charlie Ross; he is knowledgeable and communicates in a way that you don’t need a Ph.D to understand!!
After years of suffering from neck pain, pain between my shoulders, back pain, and tingling in my arms, I finally found relief. I used to be so uncomfortable that I needed all sorts of different treatments two or three times a week just to get by. NUCCA (Upper Cervical) adjustments have made a huge difference in my day to day life. Over four to six weeks, my symptoms gradually disappeared. Now, I have no back pain at all and can get through my day without discomfort. I no longer feel like I need a treatment just to survive the pain. I still go once or twice a month for a check-up, which keeps me feeling great. What I love about NUCCA is how precise it is. Dr. Charlie Ross is incredibly analytical and figures out exactly what's needed at each visit. It's like a logical, focused, and highly engineered approach to treatment—and it worked for me -without the constant need for more...
Dr. Ross has been tremendously helpful in reducing my pain and fatigue throughout my body along with migraines. Upper Cervical care has improved my quality of life. Dr. Ross is very proactive when it comes to treatment plans and is very thorough with his assessments!
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