Paediatric Acupuncture Approaches
Children often respond faster than adults to acupuncture due to their more responsive and less entrenched physiological patterns. Paediatric treatment is adapted to age and constitution:
- Infants and toddlers: Shonishin — gentle tool stroking and tapping, no needles
- Children 5–10: Very fine, quick-insertion needles with minimal (5–10 min) or no retention
- Older children and teenagers: Standard acupuncture approach, adapted to comfort
Conditions Treated in Children
We commonly treat children and adolescents at Lane Cove for:
- Digestive complaints — colic, constipation, reflux, IBS
- Respiratory conditions — recurrent colds, asthma, allergies
- Sleep difficulties and bedwetting
- Growing pains and musculoskeletal complaints
- Anxiety, exam stress, and school-related pressure
- Eczema, psoriasis, and skin conditions
- ADHD — as a complementary approach alongside other management
Parental Consent and Involvement
A parent or guardian must be present throughout all paediatric treatments. We explain everything to the child in age-appropriate language and never proceed if the child is distressed or unwilling. Treatment is always a positive, safe experience.
Key Takeaways
- Paediatric acupuncture uses needle-free techniques for very young children
- Older children respond well to fine-needle acupuncture with very short retention times
- Common presentations: digestive issues, respiratory conditions, sleep, anxiety, eczema
- A parent or guardian must be present throughout treatment
- Children often respond faster than adults to acupuncture
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