Pediatric Specialty Services Consultations
In addition to our Pediatric Specialty Clinics, California Pacific offers specialized consultations for patients facing hypertension, bowel dysfunction, headaches, stress and anxiety. Please select one of the links to learn about specialized consultations available.
- Adolescent Hypertension Consultations
- Biofeedback and Physical Therapy Program for Bowel Dysfunction
- Biofeedback Therapy Program for Headaches, Stress Reduction, Asthma, etc.
Adolescent Hypertension Consultations
Our pediatric nurse practitioner works one-on-one with adolescents (ages 12 to 21) teching techniques for lower blood pressure and promoting health. Topics covered in 3 to 4 sessions include: relaxation techniques, weight, nutrition, exercise, yoga, and lifestyle coaching. Referrals to other resources if indicated. May require physician referral.
Contact 415-923-3638 for appointment information
Biofeedback and Physical Therapy Program for Bowel Dysfunction
Our Pediatric Gastroenterology and Nutrition Division offers Biofeedback Therapy to increase a child's awareness of using the proper muscles to defecate completely and maintain continence.
Biofeedback therapy uses a computer screen and sensors to monitor physiological information occurring in the body. It is used as adjunctive therapy for children with constipation and encopresis (fecal soiling). This therapy is done in conjunction with bowel habit training, behavior modification, dietary manipulations and the use of medications. The therapy consists of 6 weekly 30-45 minute training sessions. Requires physician referral.
Contact Ruby Ng, MD, MPT, BCIAC Phone: 415 923-3276 for more information
Cost: Covered by most insurance plans
Biofeedback Therapy Program for Headaches, Stress Reduction, Asthma, etc.
Biofeedback therapy uses a computer screen and sensors to feedback physiological information occurring in the body. In biofeedback therapy, painless sensors are attached to the patient's body. The sensor "feeds back" information about breathing, heart rate, skin temperature and muscle tension to a computer.
A computer program then translates this information into images on the computer screen. Patients learn to control their body process by altering the information "fed" to the computer. It is used as adjunctive therapy for children with headaches, asthma, stress and anxiety, sleep problems, and muscle rehabilitation. Goals of biofeedback are to improve body awareness, thus enabling the patient to better understand how the body works and how to control it. A positive consequence is improved health through relaxation and proper breathing techniques.
Biofeedback Therapy consists of 2-4 sessions and requires physician referral.
Contact Ruby Ng, MD, MPT, BCIAC at 415-923-3276 for appointment information.
Cost: Covered by most insurance plans