Spinal misalignment is the source of numerous significant health problems and research shows that misalignment can in some cases be attributed to the atlas vertebra. The atlas vertebra is the top cervical bone of the neck. It is considered the most important vertebra in the chain of vertebrae along the spine. If the atlas vertebra is twisted, then each vertebra down will continue to follow in a turn. Naturally, muscles in the back begin to compensate, the spine then shifts, and the nervous system is compromised. Dr. Michlin, an experienced Fort Worth chiropractor and the only Board Certified Atlas Orthgonist in North Texas, understands the pain that patients feel and utilizes the atlas orthogonal technique to properly align the spine.