Rooting Reflex (Retained Primitive Reflexes)
The Rooting Reflex is an early feeding reflex that helps newborns locate and latch for nourishment. When retained beyond infancy, it can affect feeding efficiency, oral motor control, speech development, jaw tension, and neck posture. This article explains the signs of retained Rooting Reflex in babies, children, and adults—and how nervous system-focused chiropractic care can support improved regulation and coordination.