Upper Cervical Chiropractic Care in Encinitas, CA
Serving North County San Diego
Gentle, precise Blair upper cervical chiropractic care built on careful evaluation, individualized planning, and trusted clinical guidance.
Our goal is not just symptom relief, but helping your body adapt better and handle the stress of daily life more effectively.
What makes this different
Gentle. Precise. Individualized.
Blair upper cervical care focuses on the top of the neck and uses careful evaluation to guide a more specific, personalized approach.
Thoughtful care built to support long-term function, resilience, and a clearer path forward.
A different approach
What Is Upper Cervical Chiropractic?
Upper cervical chiropractic focuses on the top of the neck, where alignment can influence nervous system function.
The Blair approach is a gentle, precise method that uses careful evaluation to guide care tailored to your anatomy.
Many people come to our office after bouncing from specialist to specialist, still looking for a clearer explanation for what they are experiencing.
Our focus is not just on chasing symptoms, but on understanding the source of the issue and building a thoughtful plan from there.
Blair approach
Gentle and precise
Specific care guided by careful evaluation rather than forceful twisting or cracking.
Individualized care
Tailored to your anatomy
The goal is to understand your structure and build a plan that fits what your body needs.
For people looking deeper
Focused on the source
For patients who want more than temporary relief and are looking for a clearer path forward.
What to Expect
How Care Works
Care begins with understanding your history, measuring what is happening, and building a plan that fits your anatomy and your goals.
Listen and Evaluate
We begin by understanding your history, your symptoms, and how your concerns are affecting daily life.
Measure and Understand
Objective testing helps us understand function and guide next steps. Imaging is used when clinically appropriate.
Build Your Plan
From there, we create a gentle, individualized plan designed to support better function, better adaptation, and a clearer path forward.
Who We Help
At Upper Cervical Chiropractic Encinitas, we care for people who are struggling with a wide range of health challenges. Our gentle and precise approach is especially effective for those experiencing:
Neck Pain & Stiffness – relief for chronic tension, whiplash, or injuries.
Headaches & Migraines – addressing underlying issues in the upper neck that often trigger pain.
Vertigo & Balance Problems – improving stability and reducing dizziness.
Post-Concussion & Head Trauma – supporting recovery and nervous system healing.
Poor Posture & Tech Neck – restoring alignment in today’s screen-heavy world.
Chronic Fatigue & Brain Fog – helping improve nervous system function and energy levels.
Whether you’re an athlete, a busy parent, or someone who has “tried everything else,” our goal is to help you feel and function at your best — naturally.
Where We’re Located
Conveniently located at the corner of Encinitas Blvd & Rancho Santa Fe Rd, our building is easy to find and has plenty of parking
We serve patients from Encinitas, Carlsbad, Rancho Santa Fe, Leucadia, Cardiff, Solana Beach, Del Mar, San Marcos, Vista, Escondido & the entire North County San Diego area.
Dr. Samuel Dungan DC
About
Dr. Sam studied Kinesiology at San Diego State University before earning his Doctor of Chiropractic degree at Life West Chiropractic College. After experiencing his own neck pain and a few accidents along the way, he finally found lasting relief through Upper Cervical Chiropractic care — and knew he had to share it with others. Today, he’s on a mission to help people in Encinitas and beyond feel and function at their best, starting with the neck.
FAQs
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Upper Cervical care focuses only on the top two bones in the neck, using gentle and precise adjustments instead of forceful twisting or popping.
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Not at all. They are gentle, comfortable, and most patients are surprised at how light they feel.
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Yes — we use advanced CBCT imaging to get a 3D view of your neck, so every adjustment is customized to your unique anatomy.
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Every patient is different. Some feel improvement quickly, while others need more time. Our goal is lasting results, not endless visits.
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We can provide documentation for you to submit to your insurance if you have out-of-network chiropractic coverage. We also accept HSA/FSA.
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Not every visit requires an adjustment — and that’s a good thing! On days when an adjustment isn’t needed, we focus on supporting your progress in other ways. This may include:
Strengthening exercises with tools like NecksLevel or NeckCare to stabilize the neck.
Postural retraining and balance testing to track your improvements.
Lifestyle and condition-specific guidance — simple strategies you can use at home to support healing.
Every visit is tailored to what your body needs that day, so you’re always moving closer to long-term stability and health.
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Yes. At Upper Cervical Chiropractic Encinitas, our approach is gentle and precise, with no cracking, twisting, or popping. This makes it especially well-suited for patients with hypermobility or connective tissue disorders like EDS. By focusing on the upper cervical spine and using advanced imaging and testing, we can provide care that supports stability, reduces pain, and helps improve overall function — while respecting the unique needs of hypermobile bodies.
Questions? Contact Us!
Have a question about upper cervical care, your first visit, or whether this approach could help you?
We’re here to help. Reach out anytime.