Pediatric and Family Chiropractic Care in Petaluma, CA for Reflux
Frequent spit-up, arching, and fussy feeding can leave babies—and parents—exhausted and worried. Many families in Petaluma look for gentle, drug-free ways to help their baby’s body relax, digest, and rest more easily. At Titan Chiropractic, we provide neurologically focused pediatric care to support clear brain–body communication and calmer “rest and digest” function—without medications or invasive treatments.
Infant reflux often reflects a nervous system that’s struggling to coordinate feeding, swallowing, and digestion smoothly. When stress builds, babies can stay guarded: arching, gassy, restless, and hard to settle. Our focus is on helping regulate the nervous system by identifying and correcting stress patterns in the spine that interfere with signaling—so the brain and body can coordinate more effectively.
- Frequent spit-up or regurgitation after feeds.
- Arching, back-bending, or difficulty burping.
- Interrupted sleep, irritability, or gassiness.
How Chiropractic Care Can Support Infant Reflux Naturally
The parasympathetic nervous system—especially vagus nerve pathways—helps babies settle, coordinate swallowing, and move food through the stomach and intestines. When signals are scrambled, babies may stay tense and uncomfortable. Gentle, specific adjustments aim to restore clearer communication so the body can shift into “rest and digest,” improving comfort, feeding ease, and sleep.
- Encourages calmer, more coordinated feeding and swallowing.
- Supports better brain–gut communication for digestion.
- May reduce arching, fussiness, and night-time wakeups.
Understanding Reflux and Daily Life
Reflux shows up as frequent spit-up, crying after feeds, back-arching, hiccups, and short, restless sleep. Parents often juggle upright holds, burp breaks, and constant outfit changes—while trying to keep baby comfortable. By supporting a calmer, better-regulated nervous system, chiropractic care may help babies settle more easily, feed more smoothly, and rest longer between wakeups.
- Spit-up with fussiness, gas, or hiccups.
- Back-arching (often called Sandifer-type posturing).
- Short naps, frequent night waking, and hard-to-settle periods.
How Subluxations Influence Reflux
- When subluxations (stress patterns in the spine) disrupt nervous system signals, the body can stay stuck in ‘fight or flight,’ making it harder to return to a calm, balanced state that supports digestion.
- Scrambled signaling may affect swallowing, esophageal sphincter tone, and gut motility.
- Gentle adjustments support clearer communication for steadier “rest and digest.”
Think of digestion like a conveyor belt. If the control panel’s signals are fuzzy, the belt stalls and backs up. Chiropractic care helps clear the signals so the belt moves smoothly again—less strain, fewer spit-ups, and more settled sleep.
Potential Benefits Families Often Report
- Calmer feeds with less arching and fussiness.
- Reduced spit-up and easier burping.
- Longer stretches of sleep and better daytime mood.
Scientific Evidence Related to Chiropractic and Infant Reflux
Case reports and pediatric literature describe improvements in infant reflux during chiropractic care focused on nervous system regulation, with authors encouraging more rigorous trials.
Improvement of GERD in an Infant Following Chiropractic Care (JCCP, 2016)
A 4-month-old with GERD experienced progressive improvement to physiologic reflux and then resolution over a course of gentle, pediatric-specific chiropractic care.
Gastroesophageal Reflux in Infants: Clinical Overview (Open-access review)
Reviews infant reflux presentation and mechanisms, highlighting the role of developmental maturation and the need for conservative, supportive strategies.
Our Approach at Titan Chiropractic
We learn your baby’s feeding/sleep patterns, positions, and comfort cues to tailor care precisely.
We check for stress patterns in the spine affecting “rest and digest” regulation and feeding comfort.
Age-appropriate, calming techniques support clearer brain–gut communication and settling.
We monitor feeding ease, spit-up frequency, burping, and sleep—celebrating steady progress.
Frequently Asked Questions About Reflux & Chiropractic
How can chiropractic care support a baby with reflux?
By helping regulate the nervous system and clearing stress patterns that interfere with signaling, chiropractic supports smoother “rest and digest,” which many families notice as calmer feeds, less spit-up, and better sleep.
What does a pediatric visit look like?
Visits are calm and baby-friendly. We evaluate gentle ranges of motion and use light, specific adjustments matched to your baby’s age and comfort.
Is pediatric chiropractic care gentle and safe?
Yes. We use age-appropriate techniques designed to help your baby feel comfortable and relaxed during care.
What improvements do parents often notice first?
Easier burping, less arching, improved mood after feeds, and longer stretches of sleep as the nervous system settles.
How soon might changes be noticed?
Every baby is unique. Some families see shifts in comfort and settling within a few visits, while others see steady gains over several weeks.
Ready to see if chiropractic can help your baby’s reflux?
Schedule your visit in Petaluma and explore gentle, neurologically focused pediatric care for calmer feeds and deeper sleep.
Schedule nowDisclaimer: We do not diagnose or treat conditions, diseases, or symptoms. Our care is centered on improving the neuromusculoskeletal system by addressing spinal subluxations and the subluxation complex. Any improvement in overall health or function is the natural result of restoring proper spinal alignment and supporting the body’s innate ability to heal itself. For medical diagnosis or treatment, please consult a licensed medical professional.