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CCI 101: Understanding Craniocervical Instability and the Road to Recovery

CCI 101 Understanding Craniocervical Instabililty and the Road to Recovery

Dr. Centeno’s new book on Craniocervical Instability is now ready to go! This covers everything from conservative care to surgery to newer precise orthobiologic injection procedures like PICL that can help existing ligaments tighten down and stabilize the upper neck. This book is a must-read for anyone diagnosed with CCI.

This is version 1 of this book and while it has been read by several CCI patient advocates who made suggestions if you find things that require correction or have ideas for improvements, please send a quick email to the author at [email protected]!

 

Could Craniocervical Instability Be the Cause of Your Symptoms?

Step 1
Step 1

Imaging-Get movement based imaging​ (DMX or Upright MRI with flexion and extension).​

Step 2
Step 2

Get Typed via a Telemed Appointment-There are 8 different types of CCI based on which ligaments are Injured.​

Step 3
Step 3

Exam-If you’re a candidate for precise orthobiologic injections, you fly in for an exam and treatment. A hands-on exam refines what we need to treat. ​

Step 4
Step 4

Treatment-Get treated with a CCI focused, orthobiologic treatment plan tailored to you. That includes PICL or whichever image guided, precise injections are the most likely to help you.