Children are special – they deserve a specialist.
We happily work with children of all ages – from newborns to adolescents.
Based on the same principles of Chinese Medicine and practiced for many centuries, pediatric acupuncture is different from adult acupuncture.
Treatments are fun, interactive, and child-centered. Whereas adults commonly have needles inserted and maintained for an extended period of time, that is hardly ever the case with children.
We incorporate a variety of non-invasive or minimally invasive techniques, including:
- Acupuncture needles inserted and removed quickly one at a time
- Shonishin techniques to stimulate the skin and meridians
- Massage (muscular and visceral)
- Lymphatic drainage
- Craniosacral therapy
- Dietary counseling
- Lifestyle counseling (sleep, meditation, etc)
What to expect in a course of treatment
- Intake and comprehensive health history
- Detailed discussions about diet, sleep, life at home (and school)
- Physical exam and assessment from Chinese Medicine Perspective
- Treatment planning and follow through
We regularly work with pediatric patients from newborns to teenagers on a variety of issues and conditions:
- Acute musculoskeletal injuries
- Behavioral and emotional issues
- Coughs, colds, ear infections
- Digestive imbalances (upset stomachs and constipation/diarrhea)
- Eczema and rashes
- Sleeping issues (including bedwetting)
- Supporting chronic conditions
- Vaccine Support
