AltPoint For Craniocervical Instability (CCI)

What is AltPoint for CCI?

When combined with other protocols, our AltPoint treatments can improve the outcomes of those suffering from Craniocervical Instability.  

AltPoint™ PNE: Regenerative Treatment for Upper Cervical Ligament Injury

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AltPoint™ Percutaneous Needle Electrolysis (PNE) is a minimally invasive, ultrasound-guided regenerative procedure designed to restore strength and integrity to damaged upper cervical ligaments.

Using real-time musculoskeletal ultrasound, AltPoint™ delivers highly targeted bioelectric stimulation directly into the alar and transverse ligaments to:

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• Reactivate stalled ligament healing

• Improve collagen organization and fiber alignment

• Reduce chronic inflammation and degeneration

• Restore tensile strength and structural stability

• Improve neuromuscular control and proprioception

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AltPoint™ does not involve steroids, PRP, stem cells, or permanent implants. Instead, it uses the body’s own biological repair mechanisms to rebuild ligament tissue where healing has failed.

Most patients require 2–3 treatments, with a typical healing window of 6–8 weeks depending on severity and tissue response.

Why Upper Cervical Alignment Is Essential for Successful CCI Treatment

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Ligaments do not heal in isolation. They heal according to the position in which the spine is held during regeneration.

If the upper cervical spine is misaligned during ligament healing:

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• Ligaments may heal elongated or overstretched

• Instability may persist despite regenerative treatment

• The spine may continue to lose alignment

• Symptoms may return as activity increases

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This is one of the most common reasons that regenerative ligament procedures fail to produce durable stability — not because the tissue did not heal, but because it healed in suboptimal alignment.

The Importance of Collaboration with Upper Cervical Chiropractic Care

Successful non-surgical treatment of craniocervical instability requires both:

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• Ligament regeneration (to restore stability)

• Precise upper cervical alignment (to ensure correct healing length and tension)

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Upper cervical chiropractic care plays a central and irreplaceable role in this process.

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While AltPoint™ restores ligament integrity and tensile strength, upper cervical chiropractic care ensures that healing occurs in optimal biomechanical alignment.

Through precise C1–C2 correction and ongoing monitoring:

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• Healing ligaments form at the correct length and tension

• Structural symmetry is restored during regeneration

• Holding capacity improves as stability returns

• Neurological irritation resolves more rapidly

• Long-term alignment becomes achievable

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This partnership transforms regenerative care from tissue repair alone into true craniocervical stabilization.

Why the First 4 Weeks Matter Most

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The first four weeks following AltPoint™ treatment represent the most critical phase of ligament healing.

During this period:

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• Collagen fibers rapidly form and reorganize

• Tissue is highly sensitive to positional forces

• Final ligament length and tension are being established

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Maintaining precise upper cervical alignment throughout this phase allows ligaments to heal shortened, organized, and strong — rather than elongated or unstable.  For this reason, close collaboration with an upper cervical chiropractor during the healing phase is essential for achieving durable results.

Objective Tracking: Healing and Alignment Together

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This integrated model allows both tissue healing and biomechanical alignment to be monitored simultaneously.

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Regenerative Healing Tracking

• Serial ultrasound imaging every 2–3 weeks

• Direct visualization of ligament regeneration

• Confirmation of improving collagen organization

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Upper Cervical Alignment Tracking

• Ongoing upper cervical assessment

• Repeat imaging when clinically indicated

• Monitoring of holding capacity and stability progression

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By tracking both structure and alignment, outcomes become measurable, reproducible, and clinically verifiable — not based on symptoms alone.

Clinical Outcomes with Collaborative Care

Patients who combine AltPoint™ regenerative ligament treatment with upper cervical chiropractic care consistently experience:

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• Faster symptom improvement

• Greater holding capacity

• Improved neurological stability

• Reduced relapse rates

• More durable long-term outcomes

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This approach often leads to:

• Improved neck stability and postural control

• Reduced frequency of chiropractic adjustments over time

• Improved tolerance to activity and daily function

• Greater confidence in movement and alignment

Long-Term Maintenance: Preserving Stability After Healing

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Following completion of the AltPoint™ protocol, patients are encouraged to continue care with their upper cervical chiropractor for long-term maintenance.

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Once ligament integrity has been restored:

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• The spine becomes capable of holding alignment independently

• Adjustment frequency typically decreases significantly

• Maintenance often transitions to every 1–3 months

• Care shifts from correction to preservation

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This reflects a true structural change — from instability requiring frequent correction to a stable craniocervical system capable of long-term resilience.

A Collaborative Model Designed for Better Outcomes

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AltPoint™ was not designed to replace upper cervical chiropractic care.

It was designed to enhance it.

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By restoring ligament integrity while preserving precise alignment, this collaborative model offers patients the highest probability of durable stabilization, neurological recovery, and long-term success.

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For upper cervical chiropractors, this partnership provides:

• More stable patients

• Improved holding capacity

• Fewer relapses

• More predictable outcomes

• Stronger long-term patient relationships

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The goal is not to transfer care — the goal is to build stability that allows your care to succeed more fully and more permanently.

Seeking Non-Surgical Treatment for Craniocervical Instability?

If you have been diagnosed with craniocervical instability or struggle to maintain upper cervical alignment, AltPoint™ combined with upper cervical chiropractic care may offer a powerful non-surgical path to stability and recovery.