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
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Module 01 What are Primitive Reflexes
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Module 02 Neurological Pathways of the Brain
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Module 03 Milestones and Brain Development
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Module 04 Primitive Reflexes
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Module 05 Demonstration of Infant Primitive Reflexes
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Module 06 Primitive Reflexes in Older Children
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Module 07 Demonstration of Older Child Reflexes
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Module 08 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. Kylie Phillips
My three takeaways:
1. Correcting vertebral subluxations is the most important thing that we do as Chiropractors, ensuring good body-brain communication is essential for a developing nervous system.
2. We need to be aware of signs that a nervous system is not coping or developing as it should be and this is where primitive reflexes come in.
3. Developing a good exam flow is really helpful to identify issues but allows you to efficiently assess what is happening.It has added to my knowledge to help keep looking after the children in our community to develop into their best possible selves and it has given me ideas to make my flow in the office better.
I think a big learning was to focus on the subluxation first. Too often we want to jump into giving exercises/homework for retained reflexes when a child comes into the office for primitive reflex issues, but we need to make sure that the nervous system is clear and functioning at its best first. It is good to have little reminders to bring you back to core principles!!
Yes, I would recommend this course. I think it would be good for those who are new to primitive reflexes but also have something to offer to those who have been learning about them already – you can always learn something new.
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Dr. Kristen Kerr
Primitive reflexes are essential for proper neurological development. They need to be there and go away on time. I use the rungs on a ladder with my patients now. They get it when you tell them if you miss a rung climbing up a ladder, you as an adult get jarred. Neurological development is not about getting jarred. It is about flowing smoothly. Climbing without jarring insults.
I was frustrated at pediatricians prior to this class for telling our mutual patients that their infants did not need this milestone or that one. I was adamant that they did. Now I admit and I go into deeper explanation as to why. I say have your pediatrician call me so we can talk. LOL they NEVER call.
Zander is an amazing boy who has emotional outbursts. I found out on Tuesday that he never crawled correctly or rarely did. I looked at him and said, “You and I have work to do.” He is 4. He looked at me and said, “We drove all the way here to see you. You need to fix my head. No one else does.” Zander started seeing me at almost 2. Then they moved away. Now I understand why even though adjusted he was still having problems. AND if his cranials and spine are not subluxation free, he is full of energy and not in a good way. As a chiropractor, I learn new things every day. Some from classes like this. Some from my patients. Both are awe inspiring.
Yes, I would recommend this course. We need this material as essential information when working with children. It is a deeper dive into the knowledge we already have.
Knowledge is blank unless applied and used. Thank you for increasing my knowledge base in a way that is shareable and applicable. I am truly blessed to be learning from all of you. Thank you!!!
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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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