THE HOLDING ATLAS

The atlas is the first cervical vertebra, located at the very top of the spine, directly beneath the skull. Its position and relationship to the rest of the skeletal structure are central to the work of The Holding Atlas - it is the link at the top of the chain.

When the atlas is displaced from its natural alignment, the consequences extend far beyond the base of the skull. The body’s structure, soft tissue, nervous system and blood flow all respond through a series of compensations as the body attempts to maintain balance.

The human body is an extraordinarily complex and interconnected system. No two bodies are exactly alike, and neither are the experiences, injuries, and adaptations that shape them.

My approach to atlas relocation is always evolving as I study and work with the human body, incorporating my understanding of Structural Integration, Osteopathy, and other disciplines.

Throughout this website, I’ll explain the principles behind “The Holding Atlas”process, the structural relationships, what you may experience following the treatment, and the symptoms that may be associated with a misaligned Atlas.

The objective is simple: restore the atlas to its balanced and aligned position and allow the body to respond.