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Balanced Brain ~ Thriving Child

Kim Lowack

Understanding Spinal Galant Reflex

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During normal childhood development, the Spinal Galant presents itself at approximately 20 weeks in utero and is integrated between 3 and 9 months of age.

The Spinal Galant Reflex:

  • May assist in the birthing process, helping to move the baby down the birth canal
  • It May be used for balance during the creeping and crawling phases of development
  • Acts as a conductor of sound in utero (there is an association between the Spinal Galant and hearing and auditory processing)
  • Symptoms of a Retained Spinal Galant:
  • ADHD symptoms
  • Poor concentration
  • Poor short-term memory
  • Fidgeting, squirming, constantly changing positions
  • Dislike of clothing that is tight around the waist or bothered by tags on clothing
  • Poor bladder control and persistent bedwetting
  • Irritable bowel syndrome
  • Hip rotation to one side, which can appear as a limp, or may contribute to scoliosis