Understanding Neurological Plateaus in Kids
Progress doesn’t always look like forward motion. If your child’s development or healing has hit a plateau, this video is for you. Learn why neurological plateaus are a normal part of the healing process—and how they often come just before your child’s next breakthrough.
Hey everyone, Dr. Drake here from Innate Family Chiropractic. Today I want to speak to the parents out there who feel like things were going great… until they weren’t.
Whether your child was improving with speech, sleep, behavior, digestion, or all of the above—but now seems stuck—this message is for you.
A neurological plateau is when progress slows or seems to stop.
It can feel frustrating or even scary as a parent. But in the world of nervous system healing, this is very normal.
Plateaus happen when the body is processing major changes and needs time to stabilize before more growth can occur. It’s not a sign that care isn’t working—it’s a sign that the body is adapting and integrating.
There are a few key reasons plateaus occur:
The nervous system is working hard to adjust and reorganize
Old stress patterns are being replaced by new ones
The brain needs time to build and strengthen new connections
Especially for children healing from chronic subluxation, dysautonomia, or sensory challenges—this resting phase is essential.
This is where the magic of INSiGHT Scans comes in.
Even when behavioral signs look “stuck,” we often see big improvements in HRV, neuroSpinal integrity, and pattern shifts in real time.
This tells us that healing is still happening—even when it’s not yet visible.
Keep showing up—consistency in care makes all the difference
Celebrate the small changes: better sleep, a calmer morning, more eye contact
Ask questions—we’re here to help you navigate every phase
If your child is in a plateau right now, we’re here to support you. Healing doesn’t follow a straight line—and you’re not alone on the journey.
Let’s talk more about what’s happening beneath the surface and how to support the next breakthrough.
🧠 Schedule your child’s next INSiGHT Scan today.