Auricular Acupuncture &
Ear Seeds
Auricular acupuncture, ear acupuncture, auriculotherapy, & ear seeding. These are all names for a contemporary form of holistic healing centered on the ear and rooted in ancient Chinese medicine.
Modern studies use cellular biology to explain how it works - certain groups of cells that contain information from the entire organism create little centers that represent different parts of the body. The stimulation of a reflex point on the ear, which acts as one of those little centers, treats pathology and relieves symptoms anywhere on the body.
Within the seed is the wisdom of the entire tree.
But the pirates of the past knew all about this. The iconic earring was not merely a fashion statement at sea. Acquired on voyages to the Far East, they learned of the power of auricular acupuncture, piercing the ear to improve eye sight. The center of the ear lobe is where we find the point for vision.
Auricular acupuncture is a powerful treatment on its own - particularly for stress, weight loss, pain, smoking cessation and addiction - but is commonly incorporated into most treatments.
Ear seeds are an excellent way to support and extend a treatment by providing continuous stimulation, especially for things like stress, fertility support, weight loss, addiction, and chronic pain. The small seeds come from the flowering herb vaccaria, but can also be made of silver or gold. These also make a great option for people who are interested in Chinese medicine but have some reservations about needles.