As parents, you deserve real answers about your child's health. When conventional medicine falls short of explaining why your child is struggling, understanding subluxation can be the missing piece of the puzzle.
What Is Subluxation?
Subluxation is a neurological dysfunction that affects how the brain and body communicate. It’s made up of three interconnected components:
- Misalignment — Altered positioning in the neurospinal system.
- Fixation & Restricted Motion — Abnormal tension reducing range of motion.
- Neurological Interference — Disrupted communication between the brain and body.
When subluxation occurs, it interferes with your nervous system’s ability to coordinate all body functions. This can lead to symptoms that may seem unrelated — until you understand the nervous system connection.
What Causes Subluxation? “The Perfect Storm”
Children are especially vulnerable to developing subluxation due to what we call The Perfect Storm — a combination of physical, chemical, and emotional stressors that overwhelm their developing nervous systems.
Before Birth
- Maternal stress during fertility journey or pregnancy
- Elevated stress hormones affecting fetal nervous system development
During Birth
- Birth interventions (forceps, vacuum extraction, induction, C-section)
- Physical strain on baby’s delicate nervous system
- Even “normal” vaginal delivery can cause misalignments
After Birth
- Childhood illnesses and antibiotic overuse
- Falls and injuries during play and sports
- Poor posture and excessive screen time
- Environmental toxins and chemical exposures
- Emotional stress and overstimulation
The Physical Component
Physical trauma is one of the most common causes of subluxation:
- Acute injuries from falls, sports, or accidents
- Repetitive strain from poor posture and screens
- Accumulated micro-traumas that build up over time
Think about how many times your toddler fell while learning to walk — or how many hours your child sits hunched over a device. These repetitive stresses add up, creating long-term effects on posture, muscle tone, and neurological function.
The Hidden Factors
Toxins
Environmental pollutants, processed foods, and medications can activate the body’s stress response — tightening muscles and leading to subluxation patterns.
Emotional Stress
Chronic stress activates the sympathetic (“fight or flight”) nervous system, creating muscle tension that pulls the spine out of alignment. Over time, this stress-loop becomes a vicious cycle that keeps the nervous system stuck in survival mode.