Chiropractic Physician, Specialist in Sacro Occipital Technic (SOT® Methods)
John S. Hilton, D.C.
Dr. John is a chiropractic physician with specialized expertise in Sacro Occipital Technic (SOT® Methods), an integrative system of chiropractic, chiropractic craniopathy, and applied functional neurology. His clinical and research focus lies in the assessment and correction of pelvic, spinal, cranial, extremity, and visceral dysfunctions, with emphasis on the restoration of cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) dynamics, cranial-sacral respiratory mechanisms (CSRM), and global biomechanical stability.
SOT® Methods, originally developed by Dr. Bertrand DeJarnette in 1925, synthesizes principles of chiropractic, osteopathy, and engineering into a unified system of indicator-based protocols. These protocols employ reproducible diagnostic criteria and corrective procedures designed to identify and remove functional, neurological, and structural interferences. Dr. John applies these methods in conjunction with advanced chiropractic craniopathy, visceral reflex analysis, extremity correction, soft tissue interventions, and functional medicine protocols.
His work emphasizes the systemic integration of biomechanical, neurological, and physiological models, with clinical objectives directed toward:
Normalization of sacro-occipital and pelvic mechanics
Optimization of cerebrospinal fluid circulation and neurological conduction
Restoration of cranial and dural membrane mobility
Rehabilitation of extremity biomechanics and reflex systems
Enhancement of organ system regulation via neuro-visceral pathways
Dr. John’s academic interest is the intersection of structural biomechanics and neurophysiology, with particular attention to the role of cranial-sacral dynamics in autonomic regulation and systemic homeostasis. His clinical practice reflects an evidence-informed application of multi-modal protocols aimed at advancing patient outcomes in complex presentations involving spinal, cranial, visceral, and extremity systems.