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Legacy Spine + Nerve Care

Dr. Courtney Martin uses two gentle, and non-invasive techniques that were developed to restore your nervous system, body balance and perfect health.

Lubbock & West Texas' leading wellness center offers a specific and personalized neurological approach that provides hope, healing and empowerment to take back your health. The focus of NUCCA and Orthospinology work is the relationship between the upper cervical spine (neck) and its influence on the central nervous system and brain stem function. It is this relationship that affects every aspect of human function from feeling sensations in your fingers to regulating hormones, controlling movement, and providing the ability to hear, see, think, and breathe.

11/14/2025

Your anxiety and depression might not be "all in your head" - they might be in the first bone of your neck.

Here's what most people don't know:
Your vagus nerve - the nerve responsible for calming your body, regulating your mood, and helping you feel safe - runs directly past the first bone in your neck (C1).

When C1 is imbalanced, it creates interference in vagus nerve function. And when your vagus nerve isn't working optimally, your nervous system gets stuck in survival mode.

That's when you experience:
-Chronic anxiety (fight/flight)
-Depression (freeze/shutdown)
-Feeling "on edge" constantly
-Emotional overwhelm
-Physical tension that won't go away

This is called low vagal tone - and it's more common than ever in our overstimulated, dysregulated world.

The good news?
Research shows that specific chiropractic adjustments to C1 can improve vagus nerve function, increase vagal tone, and help shift your nervous system from survival mode back to a state of safety, calm, and connection.

Dr. Stephen Porges' Polyvagal Theory shows us that our nervous system moves through three states: safe & social, fight/flight, and freeze. Most people are stuck in the last two.
Chiropractic care helps activate that ventral vagal state - where you feel calm, connected, and like yourself again.

You weren't designed to live in constant stress. Your body is capable of healing - it just needs the right support.

Swipe through to learn the science behind the C1-vagus connection and why consistency with chiropractic care matters for your mental health. 👉

Struggling with anxiety or depression? Drop "VAGUS" below and let's talk about supporting your nervous system naturally. 💚

11/13/2025

You can’t correct what you can’t see. 🧠📸

When it comes to your upper cervical spine — the top two bones in your neck that protect your brainstem — precision matters.

That’s why we never guess when it comes to your health. We take specific upper cervical X-rays to truly understand what’s happening beneath the surface.

Here’s why they’re so important:
🔍 Everyone’s anatomy is unique. Even a few millimeters of difference can completely change how an adjustment should be performed.
📏 They guide every correction. X-rays allow us to measure exact misalignments and adjust with precision — not assumption.
🧠 They protect your nervous system. The upper cervical area directly influences brain-body communication. Getting it right means supporting your body’s ability to heal and regulate.
💡 They track progress. Before-and-after images help us see the positive structural and neurological changes over time.

Your spine isn’t a “one-size-fits-all” system. That’s why clarity is key — and X-rays give us the roadmap to help your body function at its best.

✨ See the cause. Correct it. Restore connection.

👇 Drop a 🙌 if you’ve ever been amazed by your own X-ray images!

11/11/2025

❤💙Honoring Our Veterans Today and Every Day❤💙

Today we pause to honor the men and women who have selflessly served our country — those who’ve stood for freedom, peace, and the wellbeing of others.

Your courage, resilience, and strength inspire us daily. 💪

As we care for the body and nervous system, we’re reminded of the incredible sacrifices our veterans have made — often carrying invisible stress and physical strain long after their service ends.

To all veterans:
We see you.
We thank you.
We honor your service and your healing journey. ❤️

11/11/2025

Your body is your greatest gift — are you taking time to thank it?

Every single day, your body shows up for you — breathing, healing, and carrying you through life — yet so often we forget to pause and show appreciation.

Here are 4 simple ways to reconnect and honor the incredible vessel you live in:
🌅 Soak in the sunrise & ground yourself. Morning light and bare feet to the earth do wonders for your nervous system.
🥗 Nourish with intention. Choose whole, living foods that energize and support your body from the inside out.
🧘‍♀️ Reset your system. Gentle upper cervical chiropractic care, conscious breathing, and mindful movement help your body regulate and restore balance.
🤍 Celebrate your resilience. Give thanks for your body’s strength, adaptability, and unwavering effort.

Your body is always communicating — are you taking the time to listen?

👇 Share your favorite way to show your body gratitude in the comments below.✨

11/07/2025

Your weekend is your chance to reset your mind, body, and nervous system.

When your spine is aligned and your nervous system is clear, your body performs better, recovers faster, and adapts more easily — even to life’s weekend adventures. 🌿

So whether you’re hiking, catching up on rest, or spending time with family, make sure your body is ready to show up fully.

11/06/2025

POV: Your nervous system after an adjustment 🍵🧘‍♀️
Peaceful. Regulated. Grounded.

That “ahhh” moment after an adjustment isn’t just in your head — it’s your nervous system shifting out of survival mode and into healing mode.

When your spine is aligned, the communication between your brain and body flows freely again.
✨ Muscles relax
✨ Heart rate slows
✨ Digestion improves
✨ You feel calm, clear, and connected

Your body knows how to heal — chiropractic care just helps remove the interference so it can do what it’s designed to do.

🍁 Fall is the perfect time to reset and give your nervous system the calm it’s been craving.

11/05/2025

The six-week postpartum checkup isn't the finish line - it's just the starting point.

You go to that appointment, get cleared, and everyone acts like your body just magically bounced back.

But mama, you know the truth.

Your back aches from nursing all day. Your neck is stiff from looking down at your baby. Your core feels weak. Your pelvic floor isn't quite right. And maybe you're struggling with postpartum anxiety or depression that no one prepared you for.

You were told your body would "go back to normal" after six weeks. But postpartum doesn't end at six weeks. It's a journey that lasts months - even years.

Here's what we see in our practice:
Postpartum moms who receive regular chiropractic care experience real, measurable improvements in both physical recovery AND mental health.
Why? Your nervous system controls everything. From your posture, pelvic floor, stress response, mood, energy, and your ability to regulate emotions when you're running on 3 hours of sleep.

When your body is in a state of balance and your nervous system is clear, your body can actually heal the way it's supposed to.
Not just physically - but emotionally, too.

We're not saying chiropractic care is the only thing you need postpartum.
You need support, rest, nourishment, and community.

But the foundation for taking in all of this support- is your nervous system. That's a piece too many moms are missing.
And it makes all the difference.

Swipe to see the 7 benefits we see in postpartum moms who commit to chiropractic care beyond those first six weeks.

If you're a mama struggling right now - whether you're 8 weeks postpartum or 8 years - your body still deserves support.

You don't have to just push through. You don't have to accept that "this is just mom life now."

You deserve to feel strong, grounded, and like yourself again.

11/04/2025

iPads are the new pacifiers. But you have the power to change that. 📱❤️

Your presence is more powerful than any screen. This post breaks down what's happening developmentally, gives you practical tools for screen-free connection, and shows how chiropractic care supports your child's nervous system no matter how much tech they're exposed to.

Swipe through 👉 Save this for later.

Share with a parent who needs to hear it.

Because regulated kids start with empowered parents and we're here to help both.

Drop "CONNECTION" below for info on supporting your child's nervous system! 👇

11/03/2025

🍂 Out of the Office & Falling Into Some Rest 🍂
Even the best nervous systems need a reboot!
Dr. Courtney will be out of the office Monday and Tuesday November 3rd and 4th and back in action on Wednesday November 5th.
Stay cozy, stay aligned, and we will see you soon!

10/31/2025

No Tricks — Just Treats for Your Spine! 👻
This Halloween, give your body the sweetest treat of all — a balanced, well-regulated nervous system.

When your spine is aligned, your body can:
✨ Handle stress (and sugar) better
✨ Boost your immune system
✨ Keep you feeling energized for all the spooky fun

So before you dive into the candy bowl, make sure your nervous system isn’t the one getting spooked!

10/30/2025

The holidays are coming — and with them: busy schedules, family gatherings, financial stress, disrupted routines, and sensory overload.

Most people wait until they’re completely overwhelmed to ask for help.
But the smartest thing you can do? Support your nervous system before the chaos hits.

Think of it like training for a marathon — the holidays are one for your nervous system, and chiropractic care is how you prepare.

Here’s how pre-holiday adjustments help:

1️⃣ Start from a regulated baseline.
When your nervous system isn’t stuck in fight-or-flight, you can handle stress without crashing.

2️⃣ Adapt better to stress.
Chiropractic care improves brain-body communication so you recover faster and stay more resilient.

3️⃣ Sleep deeper.
When your system is calm, your body naturally shifts into restorative rest — even during the busiest weeks.

4️⃣ Release physical tension.
Tight shoulders, headaches, and jaw clenching send “danger” signals to your brain. Adjustments help your body (and mind) feel safe again.

5️⃣ Build a stress reserve.
Instead of running on empty, you enter the season with a full tank and a stronger stress tolerance.

Families who prep their nervous systems before the holidays feel more grounded, patient, and energized — with fewer headaches, better sleep, and quicker recovery when things get hectic.

You can’t control travel delays or family drama.
But you can support your nervous system so you handle it all with more ease and resilience.

Start now — before the chaos begins — so you can actually enjoy the season this year. 🎄✨

10/29/2025

The winter blues aren't just in your head - they're in your nervous system.

When the seasons shift, your body has to adapt.
Less sunlight.
Colder temps.
Different routines.
And your nervous system is working overtime to keep up.

That's why you might be feeling:
😴 More tired than usual
😶‍🌫️ Foggy or unmotivated
😟 More anxious or down
🌙 Sleep disruptions
⚡ Lower energy

Most people don't realize our nervous system controls the hormones, sleep cycles, and stress responses that get thrown off during seasonal changes.

When there's interference in your nervous system (subluxations), your body struggles even MORE to adapt.

Chiropractic adjustments remove that interference - helping your nervous system regulate better, so you can:
✨ Sleep more soundly
✨ Feel more balanced emotionally
✨ Adapt to the season with resilience
✨ Experience better energy naturally

You don't have to white-knuckle your way through winter. Your body is designed to adapt - sometimes it just needs support.

Are you feeling the winter shift in your body?
Drop a ❄️ below and let's talk about how we can help your nervous system thrive this season.

Or click the link in bio to book your initial appointment with us and support your body through the change. 💙

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