Is acupuncture treatment OK for children?
top Yes. Children often respond well to the treatments. Conditions of children that can be treated by acupuncture include, but not limited to, common cold and flu, muscle pain, asthma, anxiety, digestive problems, and ADHD/Autism. Acupuncture can also be used for strengthening the immune systems and promote healthy growth of children. If fear of needles is a problem, magnets, herbs, and parental massages of specific body areas can be used.