Preschool Wheezing: An Acupuncture Approach

Abstract

Abstract

Background:

While asthma is one of the causes for wheezing in children, it is not the most common cause. Acupuncture treatment is effective for relieving symptoms in the acute phase and for reducing the frequency and severity of asthma episodes in the chronic phase. In many cases, acupuncture might eradicate the problem totally.

Objective:

The aim of this article is to describe the use of acupuncture for treating wheezing in preschool children.

Methods:

Acupuncture treatment for wheezing in the acute phase of asthma for symptomatic relief and in the chronic phase to address the underlying Disharmony patterns are discussed, using three illustrative cases.

Conclusions:

Good quality studies proving the efficacy of acupuncture for addressing asthma in its acute and chronic phases are lacking at present and are needed.