William Pleau DC LLC

William Pleau DC LLC Oregon Licensed Chiropractic Physician
Chronic Pain Solutions
Simple, elegant, and economically sustainable healthcare

08/06/2026

You've heard of the gut as the second brain. But what if it's actually the first?

Evolutionarily, the gut developed long before the brain did. There are entire organisms with complex digestive systems and virtually no brain to speak of. And when you look at the numbers — there are more neurons in the gut than in the brain, and more serotonin too.

The gut-brain connection isn't a metaphor. It's at the core of our biology.

That's why an inflamed gut often means an inflamed brain. It's why so many people dealing with gut dysfunction also experience brain fog. The same chemical messengers driving inflammation in the gut travel through the circulatory system and affect the brain directly.

Visceral manipulation works with the soft tissue structures of the digestive system to support better function and communication throughout the body.

The gut has a lot to say. It helps to listen.

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07/30/2026

There's a well-documented relationship between mental and emotional stress and physical tension in the body.

Ancient healing systems like Chinese medicine and Ayurveda have long held that emotions inhabit the tissues, and that what we carry emotionally is also carried physically. Visceral manipulation works within that same framework.

When a physical restriction is found and released, the effects are often felt beyond the structural level. The stress and intensity around an emotional challenge can lighten. The body settles in a way that's hard to put into words but easy to feel.

Dr. Pleau's approach recognizes that the body and the emotions are deeply interconnected. Addressing one often supports the other in ways that conventional physical medicine doesn't always account for.

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07/23/2026

If you've been dealing with chronic ankle pain and nothing seems to help, the source of the problem may not be where you think it is.

Sometimes the restriction isn't in the ankle structure itself, but instead in the deep arteries passing through the interosseous membrane (the connective tissue that runs between the bones). When an artery loses its natural glide through surrounding tissues, the ankle has to constantly compensate and alter its movement pattern just to function.

That kind of ongoing compensation is what creates persistent pain. Visceral manipulation works to identify exactly where that restriction is and restore normal movement, so the ankle is no longer working against itself.

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07/17/2026

The body is more connected than we often realize.

An impact in one area doesn't always stay there. A fall on the tailbone can create forces that travel up the spine, while a blow to the head can affect tissues farther down the body. Sometimes the symptoms show up far from where the original injury occurred.

That's why a thorough evaluation looks beyond the area of pain. Understanding how forces move through the body can help uncover patterns that may otherwise be overlooked.

Serving patients in Beaverton and the Portland metro area.

07/09/2026

Hip pain and SI joint pain often get treated as separate problems. They usually aren't.
Restrictions in the deep soft tissue structures surrounding the hip joint can alter movement patterns throughout the entire area, creating stress on the sacroiliac joint that shows up as pain somewhere other than the actual source.

Visceral manipulation works with these deeper layers of connective tissue and vasculature to restore normal movement and relieve compensatory tension.

Root cause first. Always.

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07/02/2026

"My child's just not sleeping." "They're crying for no reason." "I can't figure out what they need."
If this sounds familiar, you're not alone, and you're not doing anything wrong.
Sometimes, unexplained fussiness and sleep struggles in infants can be related to "visceral restrictions": tension in the soft tissue structures of the body that makes it difficult for a baby to feel comfortable and settled.
From a visceral manipulation perspective, these kinds of restrictions can often be identified and addressed gently. It doesn't take a lot to find where the tension is and help the body release it.
If you've tried everything and something still feels off, it may be worth exploring whether there's a physical component involved.
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06/26/2026

When a baby cries for long periods of time, it's natural to wonder what's causing their discomfort.

From a visceral manipulation perspective, persistent crying or colic may sometimes be related to restrictions affecting how the digestive system moves and functions. Gentle, hands on evaluation can help identify areas where tissues are not moving as freely as they should.

The goal is to restore mobility, helping the body function more comfortably and supporting a calmer, more relaxed baby.

Every child is unique, and a thorough evaluation helps determine the most appropriate approach to care.

06/18/2026

Infant torticollis, sometimes called "wry neck," occurs when an infant's neck muscles tighten, causing the head to tilt or rotate to one side.

From a visceral manipulation perspective, this muscle guarding may be the body's response to restrictions affecting deeper structures in the neck, such as nerves, blood vessels, or connective tissues. When these structures are not moving freely, the surrounding muscles may work to protect the area.

The goal of treatment is to identify the specific restriction and gently restore mobility. As movement improves within the affected tissues, the muscle tension often begins to ease as well.

Every infant is unique, which is why a careful evaluation is an important first step in understanding what may be contributing to the pattern.

06/11/2026

Infant reflux is one of the most common concerns new parents face, and one of the most misunderstood.
Vomiting and reflux in babies often come down to coordination between the esophagus and the stomach, and the valve that connects them (called the cardiac sphincter or lower esophageal sphincter). When that area isn't communicating well, the digestive process gets disrupted.
From a visceral manipulation perspective, this type of restriction can often be identified and addressed relatively quickly. The goal is to restore proper communication between the stomach and esophagus so the digestive system can function the way it's designed to.
If your infant has been struggling with reflux and other approaches haven't provided relief, it may be worth exploring whether a mechanical component is involved.
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06/04/2026

Infant reflux is common, but common doesn't mean it's something you just have to live with.
Many families are told that vomiting and reflux are just a normal part of infancy. From a visceral manipulation perspective, that's often not the full picture.
Reflux frequently involves the lower esophageal sphincter: the valve between the esophagus and the stomach. When that area isn't functioning well, stomach contents move back up, causing discomfort and vomiting. In some cases, the root of the problem is actually the pyloric sphincter, where the stomach connects to the small intestine. Dysfunction there can create a chain reaction that affects the whole digestive process.

Visceral manipulation works gently with these soft tissue structures to support better function and coordination in the digestive system. If your infant has been struggling with reflux and you feel like something has been missed, it might be worth exploring whether a mechanical component is involved.
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