Unraveling The Brain With Dr. Josh Madsen

<p>Dive into the world of child development with Dr. Josh Madsen. This podcast covers essential topics like autism, ADHD, brain injuries, and primitive reflex integration, alongside innovative therapies like low-level laser therapy. We share expert insights, parent success stories, and actionable advice for healthcare professionals. Additionally, we guide clinicians on how to build and run successful practices like ours, helping more children reach their full potential. Join us in unraveling the complexities of child development and empowering the next generation.</p>

Functional Labs that FINALLY Connect the Dots - Dr. Erick Galindo Valdes

Foundations first. In this episode Dr. Erick Galindo Valdes and Dr. Josh Madsen unpack what healthy development actually rests on and why common is not the same as normal. They explore how birth factors can echo through reflexes and gut function, why the earliest years are such a powerful window for brain growth, and how daily environments either build capacity or quietly drain it. You will hear practical ways to bring more movement, better breathing, real food, and sunlight into a child’s ro...

10-02
53:13

YEARS of Therapy Wasn’t Working - This Did

A family shares their journey with a young child who has agenesis of the corpus callosum and years of slow progress. They arrived hoping for clearer answers on why milestones were stuck. The evaluation uncovered retained primitive reflexes, poor eye tracking, weak balance, and signs that energy and coordination systems were not working together. Across the first week things began to click. From almost walking to taking confident steps. From startle and sensory overload to handling fireworks ...

09-24
19:35

Sixteen Surgeries to First Wins - A Family’s Story of Perseverance

A family shares their journey with a little boy born at 24 weeks who spent six months in the NICU and faced a complex medical path that included a brain bleed requiring a shunt, surgeries for necrotizing enterocolitis, and eye surgeries for retinopathy of prematurity. By early childhood he had undergone sixteen surgeries, multiple shunt revisions with infections, and long stretches on medications, followed by years of OT, speech, and feeding therapy with uneven progress. Before care, t...

09-18
23:01

Concussion Therapy FAILED his Child - Dr. Josh Offers the Solution

Get the inside story on why Infinity expanded to Denver. In this episode Dr Josh talks with the co owner of Infinity Colorado about what he experienced at our Iowa clinic, why he felt compelled to bring the model to the Denver area, and what local families can expect from care that blends clear evaluation with practical, parent education. You will hear his family’s journey with a 14 year old who lived through multiple concussions along with a level one autism diagnosis, years of specia...

09-10
12:51

Her Son's Autism Diagnosis & Chronic Constipation - What Finally Helped

A mom shares the turning point in her search for help for her seven-year-old son, who is autistic and has struggled with gut issues, especially constipation,since infancy. After years of doing “all the right things” in traditional care, she realized what was missing was a neurological lens that connected behavior, learning, and biology. In the episode, she explains how assessing primitive reflexes, low tone, and eye-tracking challenges reframed their plan, and why the gut–brain axis,and speci...

09-04
25:40

She Took Away Screens - Here's the Results

A mom flew to our Colorado clinic hoping for something to finally stick. Within days, her son was calmer, less startled, and even got a compliment from a stranger at dinner. That moment mattered because they used to avoid restaurants and church altogether. One simple decision helped jump-start change at home: remove the screen. In less than two weeks, he stopped asking for it and began playing on his own for up to two hours - building attention and confidence the whole family cou...

08-28
11:42

How Innovative Therapy Saved this Child

This is a story about a boy who could read words but could not read a page. His parents had tried speech, OT, and vision work for years. They were doing everything right and still watching him fight through schoolwork and sports. What changed was the decision to rebuild from the ground up. Primitive reflexes first. Balance and core next. Vision skills once the foundation was steady. Then the pieces started to click. After the first intensive his writing settled onto the line. His shoulders r...

08-27
38:47

Brain Injury at 21 - Doctors OVER SEDATED Her

Mallory’s story is a powerful testimony to perseverance, faith, and the power of neurological healing. After suffering an anoxic brain injury that left her in the hospital for eight months, Mallory’s future was uncertain. Reflexes returned. Balance was lost. And progress was painfully slow. But through it all, she and her family never gave up. In this episode, you will hear how targeted brain-based therapy changed everything. With tools like laser therapy, primitive reflex integration, and c...

08-27
18:06

The Green Laser Effect on Kids’ Brains

If you’ve ever felt like therapy progress for your child was too slow or frustrating, you’re not alone. In this episode of Unraveling the Brain, Dr. Lauren and Miss Abby share a therapy breakthrough that’s making an immediate difference for kids. You’ll hear how the green laser helps kids regulate emotions, calm their nervous system, and unlock new progress—sometimes overnight. We’ve seen it firsthand, and the results are inspiring. 👉 Whether you’re a parent searching for answers or a provi...

08-27
19:39

Autism Therapy That Actually Helped My Teen

When Bobbi first walked into Infinity with her daughter Paisley, she wasn’t sure if this was the right move. After trying everything—early intervention, speech therapy, OT—she was told the next step was medication. But something about that didn’t sit right. In this episode, Dr. Lauren talks with Bobbi about what it’s like to parent a teenager with autism, especially when most resources dry up after childhood. They talk about anxiety, independence, and what it means to finally feel seen—not j...

07-23
16:48

Why You’re Still Sick (No One Talks About This Therapy) - Dr. Jordan Shilts

Most people are trying to solve complex health issues by treating symptoms—but they’re missing the root: energy. In this episode, Dr. Josh Madsen sits down with Dr. Jordan Shilts to break down powerful but underused therapies that help rebuild the body from the inside out. They dive into hyperbaric oxygen therapy, mitochondrial support, red light therapy, and how these tools work at the cellular level to restore function, improve brain health, and reverse chronic dysfunction. You’ll learn why...

07-23
24:01

He Wasn’t Misbehaving, His Brain Was Overloaded

This episode of Unraveling the Brain features a powerful story from a family who brought their son, diagnosed with Down syndrome, to the Infinity Neuromotor Development Center for a two-week intensive. What seemed like behavioral issues turned out to be neurological overload. After supporting the brain with laser therapy, reflex integration, and sensory-motor work, this child began to focus better, communicate more clearly, and independently engage with classmates for the first time. His st...

07-23
30:50

We Were Told It Was Autism - But That Couldn't Be the End

At 18 months old, their child suddenly stopped talking. Doctors mentioned autism, but his parents knew they had to dig deeper before accepting that as the full story. In this episode of Unraveling the Brain, Dr. Josh Madsen sits down with the McClure family to share their journey - from frustration and unanswered questions to real progress through a different approach to brain and body development. They refused to give up. And what happened next changed everything! Book an intensive at infin...

07-08
23:47

Why Your Child Still Struggles (Even After Years of Therapy) | Dr. Stephen Stinn

If your child has ADHD, autism, or developmental delays — and therapy hasn’t worked the way you hoped — there’s a reason for that. Dr. Stephen is the newest doctor on our team at Infinity, and in this episode, he breaks down the real reasons kids stay stuck… even after years of doing “all the right things.” 🎯 Why gut issues impact the brain 🎯 Why most therapies miss the root problem 🎯 What actually works to help kids focus, learn, and connect Parents come to us after they’ve tried everythi...

06-25
45:10

Get to Know Dr. Ashley | One of the Doctors Behind Infinity’s Care Team

Wondering who will be working with your child during therapy? In this video, Kyle Hogan, our media director at Infinity, sits down with Dr. Ashley to share her story and the heart behind the work she does with kids every day. Dr. Ashley brings deep care and individualized attention to every child she sees—especially those with developmental delays, autism, ADHD, or other neurological challenges. This conversation is a chance for parents to feel more comfortable, supported, and confident in t...

06-25
25:06

Our Daughter Has Dravet Syndrome — What Helped Her Finally Make Progress |The Schlagbaum Family

This was such a special conversation. A huge thank you to Logan’s parents for sharing their journey so openly — it will give so many other parents hope. We know how hard it can feel when doctors tell you there’s nothing more to do, especially with a diagnosis like Dravet Syndrome. But Logan’s story is proof that progress is possible when you support the brain in the right ways. To every parent walking this road — you are not alone. We hope this conversation encourages you to keep looking de...

06-12
17:16

Doctors Said It Was ADHD… But They Missed Something Huge

Micah changed overnight—anger, outbursts, confusion. Doctors called it ADHD, maybe OCD… but none of it explained what was really happening. In this episode, his parents share the real story of what was missed—and what finally started to help. Book an intensive at infinity - https://link.apisystem.tech/widget/form/Z6FP4UEjNYO81KVkb5HL #EarlyIntervention #ChildDevelopment #AutismAwareness #BrainDevelopment #Neuroscience #ParentingTips #DevelopmentalDelays #PediatricCare Disclaimer: The info...

06-04
24:54

For Kids With Autism, Diet Changes Everything

Your kid’s diet might be doing more harm than good—and no one’s talking about it. In this episode, Dr. Josh Madsen and Dr. Ashley break down how food sensitivities, gut issues, and nutrient deficiencies impact brain development in kids with autism. Learn the real reasons behind behavior struggles, why labs matter, and how to start making simple, science-backed changes that can make a big difference. Watch now and take the first step toward helping your child thrive. Start with Functional Med...

05-30
20:25

Doctors Said It Wasn’t Possible. Then This Happened | Mary Magalotti

Mary Magalotti was told her daughter may never walk or talk. So she got on a plane from Australia, desperate for answers. One week into our brain-based intensive, everything started to change. In this clip, Mary shares the moment that changed everything—from watching her daughter smile and connect in ways doctors said she never would, to finally getting clarity on what was really holding her back. This isn’t a miracle. It’s what happens when you stop chasing symptoms—and start treating the ...

05-21
24:23

2 Doctors Reveal How Mold Is Damaging Your Brain—and What You Can Do About It at Home

Two doctors. Two homes. One shocking realization: Mold was affecting their children’s brain development and behavior—without them knowing. In this episode, they break down what every parent needs to hear: ✅ Why even new homes can harbor toxic mold ✅ How mold, EMFs, and toxins disrupt the brain and mitochondria ✅ What you can do today to detox your home—without going broke ✅ Tools, filters, and real-life solutions that actually made a difference This isn’t fear-based. It’s fact-based—and it ...

05-08
34:37

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