Balanced Living Chiropractic & Functional Medicine

Balanced Living Chiropractic & Functional Medicine Dr. Richard Cicala
Rochester Hills Chiropractor
NUCCA Technique
441 S. Our approach is simple. We believe that health is among our most valuable possessions.

Livernois Rd., Ste. 265
Rochester Hills, MI, 48307, USA
248-652-7225
https://balancedlivingchiropracticplc.com/ At Balanced Living Chiropractic we have dedicated ourselves to helping the people of Metro-Detroit reach health goals they never thought possible. Of approximately 60,000 chiropractors worldwide, there are only about 2000 upper cervical doctors (These doctors focus their care to the most

critical component of the human spine; the atlas or C-1 vertabrae.) Of those, there are only about 200 doctors that have dedicated themselves to the science and art of NUCCA (National Upper Cervical Chiropractic Association). Currently, Dr. Cicala is 1 of only about 12 NUCCA upper cervical specific doctors in Michigan . And while we generally meet people after they’ve lost their health, our commitment is two-fold:
1. Relief Care for Metro-Detroit

When many people seek care in our office they have one goal: relief. So that’s where we start! During this initial stage of intensive care, we have several obligations:

Uncover the underlying cause of the health problem
Suggest a care plan to produce the fastest results possible
Offer ways practice members can participate in their recovery
Explain the value of post-symptomatic wellness care

2. Wellness Care for Metro-Detroit

We encourage our patients to achieve the highest levels of health they can. Through educational opportunities (like this website), we hope to communicate the value of ongoing chiropractic care. Our desire is to see our patients abandon the prevailing sickness care model of health (waiting for symptoms and then taking action), in favor of the emerging wellness model. You’re the Boss

Regardless of your health goals, please understand that we see ourselves as mere servants. You’re the boss! It’s your body, your health and your future. Our job is to offer you the finest chiropractic care possible, and it’s up to you to decide how much of it you want. Sound interesting? Please call us at 248-652-7225 or to learn more visit https://balancedlivingchiropracticplc.com/

Are you suffering from tinnitus? 👂🔔There are many potential causes of tinnitus, and one factor that may contribute is yo...
08/14/2026

Are you suffering from tinnitus? 👂🔔

There are many potential causes of tinnitus, and one factor that may contribute is your neck and upper cervical spine.

For more information, read the blog below:

https://www.uccnearme.com/articles/tinnitus/ringing-in-one-ear-common-causes-and-when-to-seek-evaluation/

Ringing in one ear can have many causes, including hearing loss, tinnitus, Meniere's disease, and ear disorders. Learn what may be causing your symptoms and when to seek evaluation.

08/11/2026

Think every chiropractic adjustment involves popping, twisting, or cracking?

Upper cervical care is different.

Using detailed 3D X-rays, I determine the exact direction the top bone of the spine has shifted. From there, I use a handheld instrument—or a very gentle hand adjustment—to make a precise correction with minimal force.

This approach may be worth exploring for recurring headaches, migraines, facial pain, brain fog, fatigue, dysautonomia, or vagus nerve-related symptoms.

If you’ve tried other approaches and still feel like something is being missed, it may be time to have your upper neck evaluated.

If you’re dealing with a confusing collection of symptoms and haven’t found answers, we’d be happy to sit down with you and determine whether our approach may be right for you.

Do you have ear pressure, hearing loss, vertigo, or tinnitus? You may be suffering from Eustachian tube dysfunction (ETD...
08/07/2026

Do you have ear pressure, hearing loss, vertigo, or tinnitus? You may be suffering from Eustachian tube dysfunction (ETD).

The muscles that help open the Eustachian tube are influenced by nerves that originate in the upper neck. If those muscles become tight or don’t function properly, the tube may not open as it should, which can contribute to a variety of ear-related symptoms.

Get your head on straight!

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One note: the sentence about the neck muscles “locking the Eustachian tube down” states a causal mechanism that isn’t well established. The revised wording is more accurate while still conveying the idea that neck-related muscle and nerve function may play a role.

When your ear feels clogged and nothing is helping it could be your neck!

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Do you have headaches that are always behind one eye? The cause may be your neck. Learn more by reading the blog below!h...
08/07/2026

Do you have headaches that are always behind one eye? The cause may be your neck. Learn more by reading the blog below!

https://www.uccnearme.com/articles/headaches

Chronic headaches are often linked to spinal misalignment, and Upper Cervical Chiropractic Care offers a gentle, effective solution by correcting the root cause.

08/04/2026

Brain fog, anxiety, heart racing, digestive issues, temperature changes, or lightheadedness—with no clear explanation?

These symptoms are sometimes associated with dysautonomia, POTS, or vagus nerve dysfunction.

At Balanced Living Chiropractic, we take a close look at the upper neck and nervous system through:
• A one-on-one consultation
• Postural and balance testing
• Precise 3D upper-cervical X-rays
• A gentle adjustment with no popping, twisting, or cracking
• Post-adjustment imaging to verify the correction

If you’ve seen multiple doctors, completed numerous tests, and still feel like something is being missed, it may be time to evaluate the upper cervical spine.

07/31/2026

The adjustment is so gentle you'll wonder if it worked. 🙋
Activator. Laney instrument. Precision angles.

Your X-rays told us exactly where to go. 📸
No violence. No cracking. Just sliding bones back in place.

Then rest. Maybe traction. Maybe decompression. 📋
Depends on what we saw. Depends on your case.

Then we map your recovery. How long? How many visits? 🗣️

No surprises. You'll know exactly what to expect.



**Tried everything else and still in pain?** 😔

Traditional chiro didn't work. Medical treatments failed.
We have a different approach. We've helped many.

**NEW PATIENT SPECIAL** 🎉

Initial Consultation. Exam. 3D X-Rays.

All for just $99. Limited time only.

Let's see if we can help you too.
Book your appointment today.

Address

441 S Livernois, Suite 205
Rochester Hills, MI
48307

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 1pm
3pm - 6pm
Tuesday 8am - 12pm
Wednesday 9am - 1pm
3pm - 6pm
Thursday 8am - 12pm
2pm - 5pm

Telephone

+12486527225

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