The spinal galant reflex can be seen when one side of the back is stroked in a downward motion, resulting in side bending of the spine, hypersensitivity and/or ticklishness. This reflex is present at birth and should integrate at 3-9 months.

When retained, symptoms may include:

• Can’t sit still, fidgety, restlessness, hyperactivity
• Difficulty with short term memory and poor listening
• Bedwetting over the age of 5, chronic bowel or bladder control issues
• Very ticklish on the back, sensitive to tags and tight clothing around the waist
• Constant noise making
• Attention and concentration problems
• Difficulty with gait coordination, falling over
• Poor fluency or mobility during sport and physical activity
• Tilting to one side, with/without back and neck pain