The Role of Primitive Reflexes in Neurological Organization
The Role of Primitive Reflexes in Neurological Organization
The Peak Potential Institute is excited to announce Dr. Courtney Neill’s online program “The Role of Primitive Reflexes in Neurological Organization”. Unlock the foundational keys to understanding neurological development and dysfunction through the lens of primitive reflex integration.
In this online seminar, Dr. Courtney Neill explores how retained or aberrant primitive reflexes influence motor coordination, postural control, sensory processing, and overall neurological organization. Whether you’re working with infants, children with developmental challenges, or adults with chronic compensatory patterns, understanding these early neurological milestones is essential for delivering effective, lasting chiropractic and cranial care.
Build a Stronger Clinical Foundation. Primitive reflexes are more than developmental milestones—they are neurological blueprints. Join us and learn how to identify, assess, and address these foundational patterns to help your patients reach their fullest potential.
Register now and get immediate access to this powerful educational resource.
What You’ll Learn
- The origin, function, and expected integration timeline of key primitive reflexes
- How retained reflexes contribute to structural and functional imbalances
- Evaluation strategies for identifying aberrant reflex patterns
- Clinical correlations between primitive reflexes and learning, behavior, posture, and sensory issues.
Resources Provided
- Online video lectures
- Visual demonstrations
- Downloadable PDF workbook
- Certificate of completion (CEU credits available where applicable)
Course Contents
8 Modules | 8 CTAs
Class 1 – What are Primitive Reflexes
Class 2 – Neurological Pathways of the Brain
Class 3 – Milestones and Brain Development
Class 4 – Primitive Reflexes
Class 5 – Demonstration of Infant Primitive Reflexes
Class 6 – Primitive Reflexes in Older Children
Class 7 – Demonstration of Older Child Reflexes
Class 8 – Integration of the Reflexes
Meet the Instructors
Dr. Courtney Neill is the founder and driving force behind Foundations Family Chiropractic, a beacon of wellness nestled in Beverly, Massachusetts. With a profound dedication to pediatric and prenatal care, Dr. Neill specializes in nurturing the health of young ones and supporting mothers through their transformative postpartum journeys.
A graduate of Parker University in Dallas, Texas, Dr. Neill’s journey in chiropractic care began in 2008. Returning to her roots on the North Shore of Massachusetts, she embarked on a mission to make a difference. Immersed in a clinic focused on brain-injured children, Dr. Neill recognized a crucial need for chiropractors to deepen their understanding of pediatric development and neurology.
Driven by a passion for learning and a commitment to excellence, Dr. Neill embarked on an extensive postdoctorate journey. She attained certification as a Pediatric Specialist from both the Academy of Family Practice and the International Chiropractic Pediatrics Association. Further enriching her expertise, she pursued certification in Pediatric Spinal and Cranial SOT® protocols through the Peak Potential Institute under the mentorship of Drs. Martin Rosen and Nancy Watson.
Foundations Family Chiropractic stands as a testament to Dr. Neill’s unwavering commitment to holistic care. It represents the culmination of her vision—a nurturing space where families can thrive physically, emotionally, and spiritually. Dr. Neill finds her greatest fulfillment in guiding infants, children, and expectant parents toward optimal health and vitality. Through her work, she not only transforms lives but also inspires and educates fellow chiropractors, empowering them to deepen their skills and serve this cherished population with excellence.
Feedback From Our Students
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Dr. Zachary Kotlerman
Excellent Knowledge for assessment and examination.
It will help my patients.
I use it in my examinations every day.
Yes, I would recommend it.
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Dr. Jeanette Honig
I learned about all of the primal reflexes. I learned why the primal reflexes are maintained with older children. I learned that you have to clear the nervous system, first, before giving the child exercises to integrate the primal reflexes.
Yes, it has made me a better chiropractor and even more knowledgeable about how the nervous system works and develops.
Yes, I treat many children, and I used what I learned in this class to both evaluate and treat both infants and young children.
Yes, I would definitely recommend this class to others. Courtney Neill does an excellent job explaining and teaching the primitive reflexes. The videos are great to watch over and over again, so that you can master the Primitive Reflexes.
I enjoyed learning about the primitive reflexes; it is a very interesting course!
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Dr. Lindsey Crook
The program was very helpful at learning how to assess and grade the retained reflexes. It gives a clear path as to how we need to observe our children for the developmental milestones and discuss the challenges that parents may be experiencing with their development not only physically but socially and cognitively as well.
It has helped me view the children in my office with an additional lens. Since COVID we have been seeing parents seeking more information and other avenues for some of the challenges their children are experiencing.
A young patient who during COVID was treated for leukemia ( isolated more than typical due to society changes and immunosuppression) presented for adjustments after returning to hockey. During the conversation with the dad, they had been taking him to vision therapy for treatment with “ADHD and dyslexic” type behaviour. I asked if they had heard of retained reflexes and explained what they were. I asked if they knew if they had investigated the retained reflexes in vision therapy. I found he had retained Moro, Galant, palmar, plantar, ATNR and STNR. We have started treating him and working on some integrative exercises.
If you want a pediatric practice, you will come across the retained primitive reflexes. It is key that we can recognize and test for these to benefit the child most in our care.
Although the adjustment is the most critical piece of integration and the brain body connection, the program could benefit from some examples of the exercises or activities that would be most beneficial. We live in a community where people will travel 3 hours for an appointment and can’t do that more than a few times a month weekly if we are lucky (weather dependent). Parents are looking for some tools to have at home that can help to maximize the impact of Chiropractic care and continue the momentum of healing when at home.
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