pediatric acupuncture for pediatric and adolescent care

Ideal for ages 2 to 17 for immune health, common cold, sore throat, flu, digestive health, mental health, female health, etc.

Pediatric acupuncture uses different modalities when treating the individual for their health condition(s). This allows a truly holistic, functional medicine approach to treating the health of young people. The modalities used are determined by the patient’s age, maturity level, body weight, height, and more. To really change how healthcare is treated, we have to start with the youth. Kids typically love the experience and feel relaxed while on the table and afterwards.

Common conditions include:

  • Digestive issues, such as constipation or diarrhea

  • Immune health

  • Common cold/flu/covid

  • Anxiety

  • ADHD

  • Difficulty with speech or reading

  • Moodiness

  • Bedwetting

Modalities utilized at Nu Wave Acupuncture include:

  1. Press magnets - a noninvasive therapy where stainless steel magnet pellet stickers are placed on acupoints to treat all health conditions.

  2. Acupuncture needles - invasive therapy using small needles to treat all health conditions

  3. Light cupping - a noninvasive therapy using light suction cupping on the back area for pain, tension or illness

  4. Gua sha - a noninvasive therapy using the scraping of a metal gua sha tool with oil over certain areas to promote flow of qi and blood or release heat from the body. this is best for pain, tension, or illness

  5. Magnets and cords - a noninvasive therapy using magnet stickers on the body with magnetic cords attached to them to move qi through the meridian pathways in the body for gentle healing

  6. Herbal medicine, supplements, or topical creams - depending on the case, herbal medicine in the form of liquid tinctures, tablets, or topicals may be used

At Nu Wave Acupuncture, the treatment methods used are determined during the initial consultation based on the child’s comfort level. Treatment sessions are aimed to be relaxing and comfortable for your child.