Magnets and ear seeds work in a similar way.  They're small, gold coated low level magnets or tiny balls, that we apply to acupuncture points.  They're held with a little sticker and work by applying a pressure.  Great between treatments too! 

We use essential oils (often diluted or in very low, safe doses), applied to acupuncture points and used according to the energetic property of the oil.  They're a lovely way to effectively restore balance and can be used at home (I will guide you on this).

We use very gently cupping using suction cups on our younger patients.  This coupled with acupressure and paediatric Tui Na techniques can be really effective.  Tui Na is a gentle, stroking based massage technique which is fabulous for soothing the nervous system and can be taught to use at home too.

Moxibustion is an ancient, traditional technique which involves the use of a dried herb, mugwort, which can be heated and used over acupuncture points.  The heat doesn't touch the skin at all and creates a lovely feeling of warmth which can be really beneficial for a range of conditions.

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Research has shown that low level laser therapy (this is different to lasers used for surgery or hair removal, etc and doesn't cause any damage to the skin or involve any heat) can stimulate the acupuncture points and channels in a similar way to a needle.  

The pen is held over the acupuncture point for a few seconds during treatment.

Not strictly needle-free I know, but these tiny little press needles are a fantastic halfway house between the other therapies listed here and needles.  They do pierce the skin but the needles are only just over 1mm long, so really very tiny!  

As with all our treatments, we only use things we've discussed and agreed with the teen or young person.