Clinical Applications of Zhu's Scalp Acupuncture in Paediatric Neurology
Four real paediatric case studies, ZSA zone protocols and a treatment philosophy that goes beyond the child alone — including the often-overlooked role of the parent in the treatment room.
9:00 AM – 10:15 AM AEST
Is This Webinar For You?
Paediatric neurological presentations are some of the most difficult cases an Acupuncturist will see in clinic. Autism, congenital heart conditions, developmental delay, seizures and hemiparesis following bacterial meningitis do not respond to a generic protocol, and many Acupuncturists find themselves unsure where to begin — or referring these young patients elsewhere rather than treating them with confidence.
This webinar is built around four real paediatric cases treated with Zhu's Scalp Acupuncture (ZSA). Dr Scott Ling walks through the specific ZSA zones, protocols and underlying Zang Fu diagnosis he uses for neurological presentations in children, the clinical reasoning behind his treatment plans, and the philosophy that shapes how he approaches paediatric care differently from adult neurological work. He also covers how to manage these patients within a Western healthcare context — working alongside paediatricians, physiotherapists, speech therapists and occupational therapists, and integrating treatment safely with Western medications — as well as a dimension of paediatric treatment that is rarely taught: how integrating the parent into the treatment process, not just treating the child in isolation, changes clinical outcomes.
What This Webinar Covers
Understanding Paediatric Neurological Conditions in ZSA Practice
An orientation to how paediatric neurological presentations differ clinically from adult cases, and why a zone-based framework like ZSA is particularly suited to working with children.
ZSA Zones, Treatment Protocols and Zang Fu Theory for Paediatric Conditions
Dr Ling details the specific ZSA zones and protocols he selects for paediatric neurological presentations, how these are informed by Zang Fu diagnosis, and how zone selection and needling approach are adapted for a child's scalp and nervous system.
Dr Ling's Treatment Philosophy for Paediatric Neurology
Dr Ling shares the clinical philosophy that guides his approach to treating children with ZSA, and how it differs from the way he approaches neurological treatment in adult patients.
Treating the Parent — Integrating Family Into the Treatment Process
Why treating the child alone is not enough, and how Dr Ling brings the parent into the treatment process to support the child's progress — an approach he considers essential to paediatric outcomes but rarely discussed in clinical training.
Working Within the Western Healthcare System
Practical guidance on managing paediatric neurological patients within a Western healthcare context, including how to communicate and collaborate with paediatricians, physiotherapists, speech therapists and occupational therapists, and how to work alongside Western medications such as ADHD medications and anti-seizure medications as part of an integrative treatment plan.
Four Case Studies — Autism, Speech Disorder, Congenital Heart Condition and Developmental Delay, and post meningitis neurological sequelae
Real case walkthroughs covering treatment planning, zone selection and clinical progress across four paediatric patients, including autism, a speech disorder, a congenital heart condition alongside developmental delay, and the neurological sequelae of bacterial meningitis, including seizures and hemiparesis.
Live Q&A
A live Q&A where Dr Ling answers questions on ZSA zone selection, paediatric case management and integrating parents into treatment.
Meet the Teacher
Teacher & Host
Dr Scott Ling, PhD
Dr Scott Ling is the Founder of SustainHealth Academy and has practised as an Acupuncturist for over twenty-three years, including more than ten years applying Zhu's Scalp Acupuncture in clinical practice — building one of the busiest Traditional Chinese Medicine clinics in Melbourne. He brought Dr Zhu to Australia in 2018 to teach Zhu's Scalp Acupuncture directly, and has continued bringing ZSA teachers to Acupuncturists around the world ever since, with over 40 seminars delivered across four global hubs to date. This session draws directly on that clinical experience.
Important Information
Live Only — No Recording
This is a one-time live event on Zoom. No recording or replay will be made available.
Presented in English
The webinar will be conducted in English.
CPD Certificate
Attendees who complete the full live session will receive a digital CPD certificate worth 1.25 points.
Real Clinical Cases
This session is built around four real paediatric cases treated by Dr Scott Ling using Zhu's Scalp Acupuncture over more than ten years of clinical practice.
Frequently Asked Questions
Will a recording be available?
No. This is a live-only webinar — no recording will be provided after the event.
Do I need prior ZSA experience to attend?
No prior ZSA experience is required. A foundation in Acupuncture is helpful but not essential to get value from this webinar.
What language is the webinar in?
This webinar is conducted in English.
What paediatric conditions does the webinar cover?
The four case studies cover autism, a speech disorder, a congenital heart condition alongside developmental delay, and the neurological sequelae of bacterial meningitis including seizures and hemiparesis.
Is this webinar free?
Yes. This webinar is free to attend for all registered participants.
What is Zhu's Scalp Acupuncture?
Zhu's Scalp Acupuncture is a specialised Acupuncture system developed by Professor Zhu Ming Qing for neurological presentations. It targets specific scalp zones that correspond to brain function, combining classical Chinese medicine with modern neuroanatomy.
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