Shonishin Therapy (Pediatric Japanese Acupuncture)
Safe and comfortable treatment for infants and children
Shonishin Therapy is an even gentler version of Japanese Acupuncture developed specifically for babies and children (although it’s also very popular with seniors). The procedure is safe and painless, and nothing penetrates the skin. Instead, your Shonishin Practitioner uses specialised tools to gently stimulate the body’s self-healing responses.
Only a handful of practitioners in Canada have the training to administer this type of treatment, and one of them happens to be Tonume’s very own Kazuo Tateishi. This treatment has achieved results for patients suffering a wide variety of symptoms. Nonetheless, regardless of the condition or symptoms, Shonishin Therapy should only be administered after consulting with your child’s medical doctor.
Conditions that may benefit from Shonishin Therapy
- Allergies
- Anxiety
- Asthma
- Bedwetting
- Cold and flu symptoms
- Colic
- Constipation
- Cough
- Cancer treatment support
- Diarrhea
- Ear infection
- Eczema
- Headaches
- Muscle weakness and fatigue
- Pain (all kinds, acute or chronic)
- Poor sleeping patterns
- Restlessness/hyperactivity
- Seizures and epilepsy
- Stomach aches
Did You Know
Shonishin Therapy originated in Osaka, Japan, and gained popularity in the 1700s. It is designed specifically for infants and children, typically up to the age of 12. Unlike traditional acupuncture, Shonishin treatments typically do not involve needle insertion, relying on gentle techniques like light stroking and tapping.
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I’ve had amazing experiences here with Zachary as my physiotherapist! He was super thorough, professional and easy to talk to throughout all of our sessions. My wrist injury was quickly healed after a couple of sessions. I have also been seeing Britta for RMT and always leave my sessions feeling refreshed and rejuvenated. She is the BEST!! Thank you Tonume.
CH
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MM
I had a massage from Benjamin today and wow, I'm truly surprised at how much tension he was able to release in just one visit. I've had back pain on and off for over 15 years and have been to probably over a dozen RMTs in that time, in different cities and provinces, and Benjamin is definitely in the top 3. And the other 2 in that top 3 list had decades more experience. Truly an amazing RMT.
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ST
I'm a patient with Heidi Gray. I'm not comfortable with sharing. Frankly I wasn't optimistic about the discussion. Upon meeting her my discomfort was immediately dissipated. I'm not a person who is taken to people right away. I felt at ease sharing. I completely felt like I truly helped myself after talking to her. I am so so grateful for her knowledge. 10/10 I highly highly recommend.
CG
Friendly staff, amazing practitioners, direct billing to extended health insurance companies. Highly recommend!
EB
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Shonishin Therapy can be instrumental in helping youngsters to overcome a variety of common behavioural, emotional, and physical challenges on their way to adulthood.
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