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Neck Pain, Disc Issues & Arm Numbness

Arm or Hand Numbness and Tingling

You wake up in the middle of the night shaking your hand to get feeling back into your fingers. Holding a steering wheel or typing sends pins and needles into your thumb, index, or pinky finger.

The Patient's Experience

The Symptom Is Only Part of the Story

You wake up in the middle of the night shaking your hand to get feeling back into your fingers. Holding a steering wheel or typing sends pins and needles into your thumb, index, or pinky finger.

Potential Physiological Factors:
  • Cervical radiculopathy from lower neck nerve root compression
  • Compensatory cervical spine subluxation caused by Atlas tilt
  • Peripheral nerve entrapment (carpal tunnel or cubital tunnel)
  • Thoracic outlet syndrome
The Biomechanical Connection

How Upper Cervical Care May Help

By realigning the Atlas, the lower cervical spine straightens, expanding the intervertebral foramina and taking pressure off the brachial plexus nerves.

The cranio-cervical junction (where the skull meets the Atlas and Axis vertebrae) is the primary structural crossroads of the central nervous system. When misalignment occurs here, it can create mechanical traction on the brainstem, impede venous drainage, and disturb autonomic balance. Hope Southlake uses calculated 3D digital imaging to gently reposition these vertebrae without any twisting, popping, or cracking.

Related Medical Diagnosis

Connecting Symptoms to Diagnosis

Explore our Cervical Radiculopathy resource for long-term nerve decompression.

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Dr. Kramer, Upper Cervical Doctor in Southlake TX

Meet Dr. Kramer

After suffering from multiple concussions, a serious back injury, and finding no answers in the traditional medical system, Dr. Kramer discovered upper cervical care. This personal journey fueled his passion for bringing precise, individualized care to the Southlake community.

  • ✓ Specialized Upper Cervical Training
  • ✓ Advanced 3D Digital Imaging
  • ✓ Thousands of Clinical Patient Visits
  • ✓ Trusted by Patients Across Texas
"We understand how discouraging it is to keep searching for answers and still not feel like yourself. You deserve clarity and a precise path forward."

Getting Started Is Simple

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Schedule Your Free Consultation

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Receive a Precise Evaluation

Advanced testing and examination help determine if upper cervical care is right for you.

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Begin a Personalized Care Plan

Start restoring nervous system function and getting your life back.

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The Outcome

A Life No Longer Dictated by Symptoms

What does life look like when your nervous system is finally in balance and your symptoms no longer control your calendar?

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Wake up without debilitating head pressure or dizziness

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Keep commitments to work, family, and social plans

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Achieve deep, restorative sleep that recharges your energy

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Reduce dependency on endless prescription rescue medications

Real Patients. Real Hope.

Don't just take our word for it.

★★★★★

"Dr Kramer was my answer to constant, severe headaches which were caused by my neck. He identified the issue, and got things working properly again. The relief has been incredible. I'm so grateful."

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"I came in to this office very afraid for my future, because the symptoms I was having were debilitating. After completing my recommended course of initial treatment, I am excited about the future again. Dr Kramer is incredibly knowledgeable."

★★★★★

"Dr. Kramer is wonderful. Takes time to listen to your story and comes up with a treatment plan just for you. Patient specialized care that is evidence based. His treatment has helped me tremendously with symptoms others could not change or even bothered to address. Highly recommend his skilled approach."

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Visit Our Clinic

Hope Upper Cervical Spine Center
500 N Carroll Ave Suite 110
Southlake, TX 76092

Phone: (972) 638-0994

Office Hours

  • Mon: 9:00am-12:00pm | 3:00pm-6:00pm
  • Tue: 9:00am-12:00pm
  • Wed: 9:00am-12:00pm | 3:00pm-6:00pm
  • Thu: 9:00am-12:00pm | 3:00pm-6:00pm
  • Fri-Sun: Closed
Common Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I know if hand numbness is from my neck or carpal tunnel?

Carpal tunnel affects only the thumb, index, middle, and half of the ring finger. If numbness extends up your forearm or involves your pinky, it usually originates in the neck.

Ready to Stop Managing Symptoms and Start Healing?

Take the first step toward lasting relief and neurological stability. Schedule your consultation with Hope Southlake today.

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