10/29/2025
Primitive Reflexes: It All Begins in the Brainstem
Primitive reflexes are automatic movement patterns we’re all born with — they help infants survive, develop, and begin learning how to move, see, and interact with the world.
These reflexes are rooted in the brainstem, the body’s foundational control center, which includes the:
• Thalamus – processes sensory signals and communication to higher brain regions
• Pons – bridges brain activity between sleep, balance, and coordination
• Optic Tract – integrates visual information that guides movement and orientation
• Midbrain – regulates motor control, alertness, and reflexive actions
• Medulla – manages breathing, heart rate, and vital automatic functions
When primitive reflexes fail to integrate properly, they can interfere with focus, learning, and emotional regulation later in life.
At Saving Your Brain, we use advanced brain training and neurofeedback programs to assess and retrain these foundational patterns — helping both children and adults restore balance and improve neurological function.
Learn more at SavingYourBrain.com
