I meet so many parents here in Franklin and Williamson County who feel like they’ve tried everything — therapies, diets, and endless appointments — yet their child with autism still struggles to regulate, connect, or find calm.
If that sounds familiar, please know there’s hope. At Three Nails Chiropractic, I help children with autism and sensory challenges by identifying where their nervous system is “stuck” in stress mode — and helping it find balance again through gentle, neurologically focused chiropractic care.
Understanding Autism and the Nervous System
When children are on the autism spectrum, their nervous system often stays stuck in “fight or flight,” making it difficult to self-regulate, rest, or process input calmly. Chiropractic care looks beyond behaviors to understand what’s happening beneath the surface — inside the brain-body connection.
Common neurological stress patterns I see include:
Birth trauma or difficult deliveries (C-section, induction, forceps, etc.)
Early colic, reflux, or constipation
Sensory overload and constant fight-or-flight responses
Immune or gut imbalances
Developmental delays in speech, focus, or coordination
When the autonomic nervous system is constantly on edge, it can cause the body to stay in “go mode” — leading to meltdowns, digestive issues, poor sleep, or difficulty focusing.
The Science Behind It
Children on the autism spectrum often have nervous systems stuck in “fight or flight,” which can make it hard to self-regulate, sleep, digest food, or process sensory input. At Three Nails Chiropractic, I combine neurological science with gentle, precise chiropractic adjustments to support your child’s nervous system naturally.
Using Insight neurological scans, I can measure stress patterns and identify where communication between the brain and body is disrupted. These scans help me see exactly where the nervous system needs support and track progress over time.
Gentle adjustments are tailored to each child’s needs and focus on restoring nervous system function — not just chasing symptoms. The science behind this approach is simple: when the nervous system can communicate efficiently, the body can better regulate itself, leading to improvements in sleep, mood, focus, digestion, and behavior.
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How Chiropractic Care Supports Children with Autism
I combine advanced Insight neurological scans with gentle, precise chiropractic adjustments to help the nervous system regulate, repair, and communicate effectively.
Adjustments are extremely gentle — often just light pressure with a fingertip. The goal isn’t to treat or cure autism, but to help the nervous system function at its best so your child can thrive more naturally.
Gentle chiropractic care can help:
Calm the fight-or-flight response
Improve sleep, digestion, and mood
Enhance focus, attention, and eye contact
Reduce meltdowns and sensory overwhelm
Support easier transitions and better communication
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What Parents Commonly Notice After Care
Many parents share that within just a few weeks, they notice real changes — calmer moods, better sleep, improved focus, and fewer meltdowns.
Other common improvements include:
Calmer, happier moods
Improved digestion and sleep patterns
Greater focus and attention span
Better engagement and communication
Easier transitions and less sensory overload
Every child’s journey is unique, but when the nervous system is balanced — everything works better.
After just a few visits, our son started sleeping through the night for the first time ever. His teachers even noticed he was calmer and more focused. Dr. Spencer has truly changed our lives.”
— Lauren M., Spring Hill
Why Families in Franklin Choose Three Nails Chiropractic
Families from Franklin, Brentwood, Spring Hill, Thompson’s Station, and all across Williamson County choose Three Nails Chiropractic because of my individualized, faith-based approach and measurable neurological tracking.
Here’s what sets my practice apart:
Insight neurological scans before and throughout care
A calm, sensory-friendly environment
Focus on restoring function — not chasing symptoms
Years of experience with complex pediatric cases
Faith-led care that emphasizes healing in mind, body, and soul
My Approach as a PX-Trained Chiropractor
“We’ve tried every therapy under the sun, but this was the first time someone explained what was really going on in our son’s nervous system. The scans made it so clear — and now we’re seeing real progress.”
— Kara T., Franklin
Serving Families in Franklin, Brentwood, and Spring Hill, TN
If your child has been labeled, misunderstood, or if you’ve been told to “just manage the symptoms,” please know — it’s not in their head. Their nervous system may be stuck in stress mode, and there’s a way to help it find calm again.
Let’s take the first step together. Schedule your child’s neurological evaluation today and start getting the answers — and hope — you’ve been searching for.
📍 1215 Lakeview Dr, Franklin, TN 37064
☎️ (615) 931-9819
Frequently asked questions
Q: Do you work with other providers or therapists?
A: Yes. Many families combine chiropractic care with speech, OT, ABA, or feeding therapy. We focus on improving the foundation — the nervous system — so other therapies can work better.
Q: Is chiropractic care safe for children with autism?
A: Absolutely. The adjustments are gentle, precise, and tailored to your child’s needs. I always start with a full neurological scan and never guess with care.
Q: Will this “cure” autism?
A: Chiropractic care doesn’t cure autism — but it can profoundly improve how your child’s nervous system regulates and responds to the world.
Q: How do I know if my child’s nervous system is stressed?
A: That’s exactly what our Insight scans show. They measure stress and imbalance in the nervous system and help guide the best plan for care.
Q: How often will my child need adjustments?
A: Each plan is customized. Frequency depends on the level of stress and how their nervous system responds over time — we track everything through progress scans.