Suck Reflex (Retained Primitive Reflexes)
The Suck Reflex is an early feeding reflex that allows babies to coordinate sucking, swallowing, and breathing for nourishment. When retained beyond infancy, it can influence oral habits, speech development, mouth breathing, jaw tension, and feeding efficiency. This article explains the signs of retained Suck Reflex in children and adults—and how nervous system-focused chiropractic care can support improved oral coordination and regulation.