The weekend vs. the decade
Most chiropractors learn the basics in a few days. Dr. Doble spent 7+ years in a specialized “hyprentorship” — intensive mentorship — to master the craft.
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Sebastopol, California · Upper Cervical Specialist
The Neck Authority in
Sonoma County
Discover the miracle of upper cervical care. Over 30 years of specialized practice from Dr. Richard Doble, D.C. — known to his patients simply as “The Neck Doctor.”
- Safe and effective adjustments
- No selling
- No contracts
Walk-in hours Wednesday & Friday, 9:00am–12:00pm. No appointment necessary.
Why patients come to us last — and wish they'd come first
If you’ve tried chiropractic before and it didn’t work — this is different.
As we age, our spinal issues become increasingly complex. We have the specialized training and experience required to help patients struggling with the most difficult cases of chronic pain and advanced spinal degeneration.
Unlike standard treatments that address the spine in isolation, we recognize a fundamental truth of human physiology: the neck is the key to the whole spine. When the upper cervical region is correctly aligned, it sets the balance for the entire body; when it is neglected, the rest of the spine cannot heal.
Our Approach
A specialized approach to the upper cervical spine
The upper cervical spine possesses a biometric profile fundamentally different from the rest of the spinal column. While most chiropractors apply a “one-size-fits-all” approach — adjusting the neck with the same general force and mechanics used for the lower back — they often fail to account for these unique biometrics. Because the upper neck is the most delicate and complex area of the nervous system, it requires a level of precision that standard chiropractic training simply doesn’t cover.
Biometric integrity
Dr. Doble respects the unique mechanics of the upper cervical spine rather than treating it like the rest of the back.
Dual-method mastery
A unique integration of manual and instrument-based adjusting, tailored to the individual patient.
Services
Care built around the cause, not the symptom
Our Sebastopol CA chiropractor believes in treating the cause — NOT the effect or symptom. Every plan starts with a thorough consultation, exam and report of findings.
Upper Cervical Toggle Recoil
A highly refined, manual Palmer Toggle Recoil adjustment of the top of the neck — the technique that first cured Dr. Doble’s own chronic migraines and became his life’s work.
Chiropractic Care
Full-spine chiropractic care for acute pain and long-standing structural problems, always set on the foundation of a balanced upper cervical spine.
Chiropractic Methods
A proprietary system that marries the manual Palmer Toggle Recoil with the precision of the Laney hand-held instrument, plus the Orthospinology method of Dr. Cecil Laney and Dr. Nathan Berner.
Chiropractic Care for Kids
Gentle, low-force care for children — including kids with chronic ear infections, torticollis and postural distortions.
Prenatal Chiropractic Care
Comfortable, pregnancy-appropriate adjusting to help expectant mothers stay balanced and mobile through every trimester.
Wellness & Maintenance Care
Ongoing care for patients who want to stay well rather than wait for the next flare-up. No selling, no contracts — ever.
Conditions
Dr. Doble is the neck specialist. He has helped people with:
Head, neck & nerve
- Neck pain
- Headaches & migraines
- Arm / shoulder pain, numbness or tingling
- Torticollis
- Trigeminal neuralgia
- Bell’s palsy
- Facial / jaw pain
Spine related
- Back pain
- Arthritis of the spine
- Stenosis & pinched nerves
- Intervertebral disc disorders
- Thoracic outlet syndrome
- Scoliosis
- Spinal stenosis
Whole-body & other
- Dystonia, spasmodic torticollis
- Hip / leg pain
- Sciatica
- Postural distortions
- Leg length differences
- Vertigo
- Fibromyalgia
- Chronic ear infections in children
Our Fees
Special offer: $99 for consultation, exam and report
There is no risk to see what we can do for you. You’ll get a real conversation about your history, a thorough examination, and a straight answer about whether upper cervical care can help.
- Safe and effective adjustments
- No selling
- No contracts
Meet the Team
Trained by the pioneers. Refined over 30 years.
Dr. Doble represents the elite tier of upper cervical care. While many practitioners attempt these adjustments after only a weekend seminar, Dr. Doble committed to a seven-year “hyprentorship” to master the craft. His pedigree is unmatched, having been trained directly by the industry’s most respected pioneers: Dr. Clarence Jenson, Dr. Brian Duff and Dr. Latch.
Drawing from over 30 years of experience, Dr. Doble has synthesized the best of two worlds. He was originally inspired by the Palmer Toggle Recoil Method after it cured his own chronic migraines, leading him to spend years mastering the technique under Drs. Duff and Jenson. He later integrated the Orthospinology method of Dr. Cecil Laney and Dr. Nathan Berner.
Today, Dr. Doble uses a proprietary system that “marries” these methods — offering both a highly refined manual Palmer Toggle Recoil adjustment and the precision of the Laney hand-held instrument. As a researcher, educator and co-author of a chiropractic textbook, he provides a level of safety and clinical accuracy that only comes from decades of dedicated specialization.
30+Years in practice
7+Years of mentorship
2Methods, one system
Our Mission
At Doble Chiropractic & Upper Cervical Care, we hold a strong belief in the body’s natural innate intelligence, which guides it toward health and vitality. Our aim is to inform our patients about this intrinsic healing potential.
Pain, often viewed as a nuisance, is in fact a wake-up call. It has the power to transform into awareness and personal growth. Regrettably, many choose to silence this signal through narcotics and medicines, which can delay the healing process and obscure the pain’s root cause. Through chiropractic care, individuals can shift from being an effect of their condition to actively shaping their health and being the cause.
A trusted provider in Sonoma County — read our reviews from real Sebastopol patients.
Hours
When you can see us
Adjusting Hours
- Monday
- 8:00am – 11:00pm
- Wednesday
- 8:00am – 1:00pm
3:00pm – 5:00pm - Friday
- 8:00am – 1:00pm
3:00pm – 5:00pm - Saturday
- 9:00am – 12:00pm
Walk-in Hours
- Wednesday
- 9:00am – 12:00pm
- Friday
- 9:00am – 12:00pm
No appointment necessary.
Office Hours
- Monday
- 8:00am – 6:30pm
- Tuesday
- 8:00am – 6:30pm
- Wednesday
- 8:00am – 6:30pm
- Thursday
- 8:00am – 6:30pm
- Friday
- 8:00am – 6:30pm
- Saturday
- 8:00am – 12:00pm
- Sunday
- Closed
Contact Us
Let’s find out if we can help
To get in touch with our team, please call us at (707) 321-1586 — or send the form and we’ll reach out to you.
- Phone (707) 321-1586
- Email Use the form — messages go straight to our team
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Address
Doble Chiropractic & Upper Cervical Care
130 S Main St Suite 213
Sebastopol, CA 95472
Directions to our clinic
- From Downtown Sebastopol, head north on Hwy 116, aka Gravenstein Hwy North.
- Pass the Lucky Shopping Center, then turn left next to Taco Bell.
- 130 S Main St Suite 213, Sebastopol, CA 95472.
Request an appointment
New patient special: $99 consultation, exam and report. No risk, no contracts.
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