Unlocking Autism Potential: A Neurological Approach with Dr. Matt Hamilton

Hey, What’s Up! It’s Tommy. This week on Spectrum in Camouflage, I finally get to sit down with Dr. Matt Hamilton—someone I’ve been meaning to bring on the show for a long time. Dr. Matt is a neurologically focused pediatric chiropractor, a dad of four, and a powerhouse when it comes to understanding the nervous system, stress, and how they relate to autism.

We cover so much in this conversation—from what inspired Dr. Matt to pursue chiropractic care to how his life-changing injury as a teen opened his eyes to the body’s ability to heal without medication. He breaks down his approach to treating the nervous system, not just symptoms, and how this can impact everything from allergies to ADHD to non-speaking autism.

We talk about “the perfect storm”—a term Dr. Matt uses to describe how layers of stress (physical, chemical, and emotional) build up over time, beginning even before birth, and how those stressors can lead to neurological dysfunction. He also walks us through the importance of scans, vagus nerve function, and sequencing care correctly—not just throwing everything at a problem but healing in the right order.

This episode is full of hope, not false promises. If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed by the medical system or unsure what “alternative care” really means, this one’s for you.

Key Takeaways

• Dr. Matt’s personal story: A sports injury and unexpected chiropractic success launched his career.
• Chiropractic isn’t about cracking backs—neurologically focused care aims to unlock your body's natural healing power.
• The Perfect Storm: Stress doesn’t start at diagnosis—it builds over time, even during pregnancy and birth.
• Vagus nerve health is essential for things like sleep, digestion, mood, and speech development.
• Scans matter: Dr. Matt’s practice uses real-time nervous system scans to guide care and track progress.
• Chiropractic care isn’t about “fixing” autism—it’s about unlocking potential and improving quality of life.
• Hope and healing take time: Patience, sequencing, and consistency matter more than quick fixes.

Resources

• Maximum Potential Chiropractic – Dr. Matt Hamilton’s practice.
• PX Docs – Find neurologically focused pediatric chiropractors near you.
• Experience Miracles Podcast – Hosted by Dr. Tony Ebel, a mentor to Dr. Matt and a deep dive into pediatric neurology and healing.

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