Acupuncture and Chinese medicine for Children
I will be offering paediatric acupuncture in 2024 and i want your help to answer a few questions.
1.
Would you access acupuncture/Chinese medicine for your children?
Yes
No
2.
What would be the main reason your child needs complementary health support?
Mental health - stress, anxiety, ADHD
Skin conditions - eczema, psoriasis, rashes
Digestive upset - constipation, diarrhoea, pain
Respiratory conditions - cold/flu, asthma
Sleep issues - insomnia, bedwetting
Other (please specify)
3.
Would you be comfortable with the format being:
30-40min phone consultation with parent collecting health history + 20-30min in-person treatment with child (parent present)?
Yes
No
Other (please specify)
4.
Would your child be willing to take Chinese herbal medicine (if required) in the form of capsules/pills?
Yes
No
Other (please specify)
5.
Would you (as the parent) be willing to continue treatment at home (with small Shonishin tools) if necessary?
Yes
No
Other (please specify)
6.
Would you consider making dietary changes for your child if prescribed by the practitioner?
Yes
No
Other (please specify)
7.
How much would you be willing to pay for a 60-75-minute initial session (including phone call)?
$70-$80
$80-$90
$90-$100
$100-$110
8.
How much would you be willing to pay for a 20-30-minute return treatment (all in-person)?
$35-$45
$45-$55
$55-65