TCM treatment for pediatric disorders is safe, painless and free of side effect. It is effective for symptom relief and immune strengthening.
Regardless of their natural constitutions, many children get sick frequently. The clinical presentation of illness, and corresponding treatment for pediatric patient are much different from that of adults. According to our patient records, here are some common pediatric disorders that are managed by TCM protocols.
1. ALLERGIES
2. DIGESTIVE DISORDERS
3. RESPIRATORY DISORDERS
4. OTHERS
WHICH TCM TREATMENTS ARE AVAILABLE FOR PEDIATRIC PATIENTS
PEDIATRIC TCM PRESCRIPTION
Chinese herbal medicine is still the main treatment method for many diseases. Physician prescribes formula according to child’s illness and constitution. Sometimes, formula is flavored with honey to reduce bitterness. Medicinal powder used by Ma Kuang is appraised and approved by Health Science Authority (HSA) to ensure quality. There are also safety regulations regarding toxic substances, heavy metals, and microbial contents in medicinal powder to give you the peace of mind you deserve.
PEDIATRIC TUINA THERAPY
TuiNa can stimulate a child’s immunity and, in turn, achieve great results. Physiology, pathology and acupoints specific to pediatric patients dictate gentler manual techniques and atypical therapeutic frequency and duration. TuiNa can also be applied to infant who cannot tolerate Chinese herbal medicine yet. Pediatric TuiNa can treat many conditions, such as diarrhea, vomiting, constipation, influenza, asthma, bronchial pneumonia etc.
PEDIATRIC TOPICAL THERAPY
Place Chinese herbal medicine on specific acupoint to achieve therapeutic effects.
PEDIATRIC ACUPUNCTURE TREATMENT
Acupuncture can be done on children. Parent should help to secure the child’s limbs in desirable positions. Thinner and shorter acupuncture needles are used for kids. Physician will also ensure brisk insertion and removal of needles to reduce discomfort.
WHICH PEDIATRIC CONDITIONS ARE NOT BEST TREATED WITH TCM
TCM treatment is unique. Physician will select appropriate treatment for pediatric patient. Western medicine and TCM can be used simultaneously without contraindication. In fact, the integration is beneficial for recovery.
If a child is experiencing acute symptoms, such as contagious disease, high fever or poisoning, it is advised that the child be handled by Western medicine first. As soon as the symptoms alleviate, TCM treatment can be incorporated to speed up recovery.