Pediatric tuina for the treatment of anorexia in children under 14 years: a systematic review and meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials

•The effects of pediatric tuina was better than western medicine for anorexia in children under 14 years.•The effects of pediatric tuina was better than Chinese herbs for anorexia in children under 14 years.•The longer the course of pediatric tuina, the greater possible advantages for anorexia in children under 14 years.•Pediatric tuina was safe for anorexia in children under 14 years.