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ADHD, Autism & Tourette’s

At Eastern Medicine Center, we provide acupuncture, TCM, and holistic support to help children and families manage these neurodevelopmental disorders safely, emphasizing early intervention, nutrition, and supportive environments.

Integrative Neuroacupuncture & TCM Care

ADHD, Autism, and Tourette’s are rapidly rising neurodevelopmental disorders that affect not only children’s health but also family well-being. Autism, in particular, has seen a remarkable increase in recent years. Early intervention, healthy nutrition, and supportive environments, from pregnancy through early childhood are crucial, alongside careful consideration of medications and environmental exposures. Our goal is to explore safe, effective ways to support children and families throughout their development.

ADHD

We use neuro‑acupuncture techniques, such as XNKQ, informed by Traditional Chinese Medicine, to support patients with attention and behavioral challenges. Treatments are individualized and may be used alongside conventional care.

Autism

Support for sensory regulation, sleep, digestion, and co-existing anxiety using gentle neuroacupuncture and herbal strategies; goals include easing overwhelm and improving daily function.

Tourette's

Protocols to reduce motor/vocal tics, soothe the nervous system, and stabilize triggers (stress, sleep, diet) with XNKQ and targeted points.

Nutrition for Children with Neurodevelopmental Disorders

At Eastern Medicine Center, we use acupuncture as a powerful tool to help treat neurological disorders, providing relief and support for nervous system-related disorders. According to the World Health Organization (WHO), nearly 1 billion people worldwide suffer from neurological diseases. Acupuncture stimulates specific points to create a closed circuit between the point and the brain’s neurological control center. Some studies suggest acupuncture may influence blood flow and relaxation. Herbs and acupuncture are offered as complementary modalities to support focus and calm, but individual results vary.

ADHD

Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) affects millions of children worldwide, presenting with difficulty focusing, impulsivity, hyperactivity, and emotional dysregulation. At Eastern Medicine Center, we address these symptoms using Xing Nao Kai Qiao (XNKQ) acupuncture combined with customized herbal medicine.

Acupuncture targets key scalp, body, and ear points to calm the Shen and harmonize the Heart, Liver, Spleen, and Kidney, helping to stabilize mood and improve focus.

Our herbal protocol for ADHD includes:

  • Calm Focus to regulate attention and emotional balance

Since 1999, I have been collecting data and clinical research on over 200 children with ADHD, observing responses to acupuncture and herbal protocols. This nearly 10-year study provided rich insights into patterns, effective points, and formula customization, which informs every treatment plan I design today.

Together, acupuncture and herbs work synergistically to improve concentration, emotional regulation, and learning ability, creating a strong foundation for both academic and personal growth.

If you are interested in learning more about my research and publications on ADHD, please [Read More of my research and publication].

Autism

Children with Autism Spectrum Disorder often face challenges with sensory processing, sleep, digestion, anxiety, and daily functioning. At Eastern Medicine Center, our approach combines gentle neuroacupuncture using XNKQ and targeted herbal medicine to support overall well-being.

Acupuncture helps regulate the nervous system, calm overstimulation, and balance the Shen, improving emotional stability and daily function.

Our herbal formulas for ASD include:
  • Belly Reset for digestive support
  • Sleep Deeply to promote restful sleep
  • Relax Me to address stress and anxiety
This integrative approach aims to reduce overwhelm, improve sleep and digestion, and support emotional calm, giving children and families practical tools for long-term development and daily functioning.

Tourette's

Tourette’s Syndrome is characterized by involuntary motor and vocal tics, often accompanied by ADHD-like symptoms, anxiety, or sleep disturbances. At Eastern Medicine Center, we treat Tourette’s with XNKQ acupuncture and herbal medicine, using a similar approach as for ADHD.

Acupuncture calms the nervous system, regulates Liver-Wind and Fire, and balances Yin and Yang to stabilize tics and emotional triggers.

Our herbal protocol for Tourette’s includes:

  • Calm Focus to regulate attention and emotional balance
  • Relax Me to reduce stress and anxiety

This combination provides a gentle, long-term approach to managing tics and emotional regulation. Children often experience decreased tic frequency, calmer responses to stress, and improved daily functioning, while families receive support and guidance to enhance overall well-being.

A successful example is Miss Jennifer Staneky, Miss Arizona 2013. If you are interested, please read more about this case story.

Research & Publications

Clinical Research on Attention-Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) Treatment with XNKQ Acupuncture Therapy

Nutrition for Children with Neurodevelopmental Disorders: ADHD, Autism, & Tourette’s

Beating Tourette's, Gaining Life

Miss Arizona Credits Acupuncture With Helping Her Win Her Life Back