“Chinese Medicine demonstrates that the ear is an extraordinarily powerful nexus of energy through which the entire body can be treated because all of the organs and body parts are represented within its concentric folds.” (Abbate, 2004).
Auriculotherapy is a form of alternative medicine where ear seeds are applied directly to the exterior part of the ear. It involves high precision to stimulate the ear’s surface to treat other conditions of the body. It has been practiced for many generations in varying cultures to help people heal various pain conditions. Recent studies are demonstrating other traditional uses of Auriculotherapy are just as applicable, such as mental or emotional issues, insomnia, weight management, and even internal disorders. It often succeeds where other treatments have failed, while simultaneously leaving no side effects.
Common Benefits:
- Great for pain, mental or emotional issues, insomnia, weight management, and even internal disorders
- Great for reestablishing homeostasis in the body
- Herb, food, and drug free, non-invasive treatment option
Common Misconceptions:
- It is NOT acupuncture; it involves stimulation of specific points on the ear (much like acupressure)
- It does NOT use needles; ear seeds are typically used to stimulate the specific points on the ear
- It IS a verified medical science recognized by WHO; there is more than enough scientific evidence of auriculotherapy to be indicated in the treatment of chronic pain, such as for headaches, migraines, back pain, neck pain, and even osteoarthritis.
Frequently Asked Questions
Ear seeds should not cause significant pain, at best a mild discomfort. You may feel some tenderness or warmth in the area.
If you experience significant pain or any adverse effects, such as irritation or burning, remove them immediately and seek professional advice.
We suggest gently massaging the seeds a couple of times per day in order to stimulate the pressure points. They usually fall off on their own after about three to five days. It’s not recommended to leave them on for more than five days, even if they’re still in place.
Yes, you can still swim and shower per usual. Just make sure to pat the seeds dry.
Because ear seeds are noninvasive and don’t require needs, there is a much lower risk of infections or bleeding compared to acupuncture. However if it does become infected, we recommend gently cleaning the area with a q-tip soaked in hydrogen peroxide.
Ear seeds should not cause significant pain, at best a mild discomfort. Sensitivity to certain points is generally considered a positive sign that you have applied it to a point that corresponds to an area of the body that needs attention.
If you experience significant pain or any adverse effects, such as irritation or burning, remove them immediately and seek professional advice.
As with any therapy, regular use is recommended for the best results. It’s typically recommended to have more frequent treatments when first starting this modality, but it typically varies from case to case. For more substantial health issues, we would start off weekly for about 8-12 weeks, then move to twice a month. Over time, we can eventually elongate the sessions to only once a month.
Want to Learn more?
Nan would like to share with you this in-depth Auriculotherapy guide to help dispel myths and correct any confusion about what this treatment is all about. Feel free to share it with friends or family that you think could benefit from this non-invasive treatment. This in-depth guide can also help if you’re discussing with anyone about what Nan does, so there’s no confusion!
