Using very fine needles, often smaller than those used on the body, we can stimulate various acupuncture points on the ears to heal and restore the body, mind, and spirit.
These auricular points correspond to various parts of the body including organs and body systems. These points can be done independently or in conjunction with points located on the body.
In addition to treating physical conditions, these auricular points are excellent for supporting the mind and emotions, as well as detoxification.
Depending on the treatment and the nature of the patient’s symptoms, an acupuncturist may apply ear seeds to auricular points so that the patient can stimulate them themselves, even outside of the treatment room.
DISCLAIMER: this blog post is intended for informational purposes only. Do not perform any treatments included in the post yourself. This includes, but is not limited to, acupuncture, herbal medicine, and Chinese nutritional therapy. They should only be performed by educated and licensed acupuncture practitioners.
National Institutes of Health (NIH) studies have shown that acupuncture is an effective treatment alone or in combination with conventional therapies to treat the following:
Nausea caused by surgical anesthesia and cancer chemotherapy
Dental pain after surgery
Addiction
Headaches
Menstrual cramps
Tennis elbow
Fibromyalgia
Myofascial pain
Osteoarthritis
Low back pain
Carpal tunnel syndrome
Asthma
It may also help with stroke rehabilitation.
If you are curious about the benefits of acupuncture, scheudule an appointment for a personal consultation, and evaluation.
