Living with both hypermobility and neck pain in Encinitas or San Diego? This post explains how extra joint motion, muscle guarding, and upper cervical mechanics can combine to create that “tight but unstable” neck—and why focusing on stability, not just stretching, can make a difference.

Hypermobility affects joint stability, proprioception, and muscle tension—especially in the upper cervical spine. This post explains the difference between general hypermobility and EDS, why the atlas and axis are so important, and how gentle, precise upper cervical care can support long-term stability and function.

Hypermobility is a spectrum — from mild ligament laxity to classic EDS — and it often affects the upper neck first. At Upper Cervical Chiropractic Encinitas, we use precise, gentle care to improve proprioception, posture, and nervous system balance so hypermobile patients can feel more stable and grounded.