"An experienced, careful chiropractor would be able to evaluate and treat you with this condition." is a gross understatement. Most 'run of the mill' chiros will be too aggressive with C-1, C-2.

It helps to be willing to shop around for the chiro who is experienced and careful. They are very rare but worth the effort to find.

Most chiros focus on Wellness and the money train it provides. The few chiros who can adequately treat a specific injury like upper cervical get lost in the crowd.

Treatment alone will not resolve this instability. You need to do extensive self-care and disciplined behavior modification while this instability heals and strengthens. No quick fix here.