In Chinese medicine theory, health is viewed as a state of balance and harmony within the body. When there is an imbalance or disruption in the flow of vital energy (qi) or other bodily substances, illness and disease may result.

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Acupuncture is a traditional Chinese medical practice that involves inserting thin needles into specific points on the body. These points are believed to be interconnected along channels, through which vital energy, or qi flows. The theory of acupuncture is thought to stimulate the body's natural healing abilities by regulating the flow of qi.

Electroacupuncture is the use of an electro-stimulation machine on the acupuncture points.

Auricular acupuncture/ ear seeds is a style of acupuncture that uses the microsystem of the ear that reflect certain areas of the body. These areas are stimulated by the use of ultra-fine needles or ear seeds. Ears seeds are small adhesive plasters with a small seed or ball attached.

It is a very gentle style of acupuncture, which doesn’t always have to use needles. The techniques we use in paediatric acupuncture include Shoni shin, tuina, cupping, pyonex stickers, ear seeds, and fine acupuncture needles.

During a paediatric treatment, the child or baby, can sit or lie down and be in their parent’s arms, the treatment is tailored to the baby's and child’s needs, and what they and the parent feel comfortable in receiving.

Shoni shin is a style of Japanese acupuncture -using small tools for point and channel massage, it is a very gentle and non-invasive treatment.

Tuina is a form of Chinese medical massage focusing on several channels and particular moves that can also be shown to the parent to practice at home.

Cupping for children uses soft silicone cups with light suction on the affected area.

Pyronex ‘stickers’ have very fine almost non-existent needles used at different points.

Ear seeds are put on points on the child’s ear that have a small see or ball that puts pressure on the specific point.

If needling is involved it is used quickly for only a few points and with the smallest finest needles and generally used on older children.

If you're seeking natural and holistic options for your child's well-being, consider exploring paediatric acupuncture. It's a gentle and effective approach.

Chinese Herbal Medicine seeks to restore balance and harmony by using specific herbs and formulations tailored to individual needs. Chinese Herbal Medicine is an ancient practice that has been used for thousands of years in China and other parts of Asia. It involves the use of natural substances such as roots, herbs, flowers, and minerals to treat various health conditions.

Moxibustion is a Chinese medicine technique that involves burning dried mugwort (Artemisia vulgaris) near or on specific acupuncture points on the body. Moxibustion aims to stimulate and warm these points to help with overall wellness. Like acupuncture, moxibustion has been practised for thousands of years and is considered safe when performed by trained practitioners.

TPD lamp uses the same principle of mugwort but with the use of a far infrared lamp to help stimulate and warm problem areas of the body

It is a traditional Chinese medicine manual therapy that involves placing cups on the skin and creating a vacuum by heating the air inside them. The glass cups are warmed by briefly passing a flame (from a cotton ball soaked in alcohol) inside them before being quickly placed on the skin. As the air inside the cup cools, it creates a partial vacuum, which causes the skin to be drawn upward into the cup. This suction effect is what promotes blood flow to the area and is believed to help relieve muscle tension, promote relaxation, and stimulate healing.

After cupping, it's common for circular marks to appear on the skin where the cups were placed. These marks can range in colour from red to purple, depending on the level of stagnation present in the area. The marks are not bruising and typically fade within a few days but can sometimes last longer depending on the individual.

Gua sha is a jade or stone tool that is used to scrape or stroke along the skin with oil, to help relieve tension or heat. It can also be used as a beauty treatment on the face.

Gua - refers to the tool and

Sha- refers to the redness or colouring that appears after the scraping motion.

After Gua sha there can be some markings left behind for a few days to a few weeks, which will eventually fade over time, (similar to cupping marks)

Tuina is a form of Chinese medical massage. incorporated with an acupuncture treatment. It works along the acupuncture channels helping with the smooth flow of qi