The Roadmap to Neurological Healing: The 3 Phases of Restoration

Neurological healing is rarely simple or linear. In fact, it often follows a winding path with multiple stages before reaching optimal health and outcomes.

Many parents and patients expect quick results because that’s what traditional medicine promises. Unfortunately, medications often fail to address the root cause of a child or adult's challenges. They rarely create true healing and can come with unwanted side effects.

So, what’s the alternative? If you’re reading this, you’ve likely started exploring Neurologically-Focused Chiropractic Care or are considering it. Let’s break down the process into three clear phases:

Phase 1: Release

The first phase of neurological healing is often the bumpiest. When a child (or adult) has been stuck in sympathetic dominance (dysautonomia) for a long time, stress patterns become deeply ingrained. In severe cases—such as those in the Perfect Storm or Neuro Intensive category—the nervous system is completely worn out.

During the first 2 weeks to 3 months of care, we release these deep subluxation patterns. This can trigger a neurological detox, where symptoms may temporarily worsen. Think of it like a fever or diarrhoea during an immune response—the body is working hard to heal. This detox is actually a positive sign that the nervous system is breaking free from long-standing stress and exhaustion. We structure our care plans to minimise the stress of this for children, their parents or adults that are under care as best we can.

Phase 2: Rebuild + Reorganise

This exciting phase is rooted in neuroplasticity—the brain’s ability to rewire and adapt. Neuroplasticity allows neural networks to grow and reorganise, restoring proper function. Conditions like subluxation, dysautonomia, and the Perfect Storm disrupt neuroplasticity and halt development. Through neuro-tonal chiropractic care, we reignite this process.

Signs of progress in this phase include:

• INSiGHT Scans improving (calming, clearing, reorganising)

• Better neuromuscular tone and coordination

• Improved posture and movement patterns

• Enhanced sleep, mood and focus

• Reduced subluxation patterns

Even small improvements here mean your child is on the right track toward neurological restoration.

Phase 3: Restoration

This is the ultimate goal—restoring you or your child’s quality of life. At this stage, kids and many adults too experience transformative changes in health, resilience, and happiness. But restoration isn’t the end. Life brings growth spurts and falls for kids, illnesses and emotional stresses for adults, and more. That’s why ongoing wellness care is essential to maintain stability and prevent regression. Our mission is simple: help you and your child not just get healthy for a season but stay healthy for life.

Why “Neurological Soft Signs” Matter

Parents (and adults) often hope for big changes right away—walking better, talking clearer, consistent toileting and improved behaviour for children, less anxiety, better concentration and improved depression for adults. These are higher-level brain functions, and they take time. Before these milestones, we look for soft signs like better sleep, energy, mood and balance. These foundational improvements show the nervous system is healing and set the stage for bigger breakthroughs.

If you’re unsure what phase you or your child is in, ask us at your next visit. We love helping our families track progress and celebrate every step forward.