jmaxweg,

You guessed right. Many of us have had good result with chiros, especially upper cervical chiros who do not do the twist and pop adjusting. The neck needs to be adjusted carefully and gently.

Spine surgeons are usually against any chiro treatments. There are overly aggressive chiros just like there are overly aggressive spine surgeons.

Pain management usually means meds when getting the upper cervical vertebra in proper position can cure the head aches related to neck issues.

I have found great relief from my chiro and PT for some TOS problems I have.

But, others mileage may vary.