Yes, babies can get acupuncture too. Many parents have elected to have their babies receive acupuncture treatment for colic, jaundice, nerve disorders, blood disorders and pain. While this trend is more common in China and other asian countries it has been steadily growing in the United States. Acupuncture is a viable option when other medications are not working or there is no medical treatment option for health problems such as colic.
I have been seeing babies for over eight years. They are amazing little patients and respond quite quickly to treatment. Special needles are used which are hair-fine and virtually painless. Almost all babies do incredibly well with acupuncture treatment.
A recent msnbc video report on acupuncture for babies has a great interview with a parent who elected to treat their baby with acupuncture. You’ll be surprised by what you find…
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