Auricular Therapies

Auricular Acupuncture & Ear Seeds

The ear is a microcosm of the entire body, making it a powerful tool for healing. Auricular acupuncture uses fine needles or small beads/seeds to stimulate specific points on the ear, addressing a wide range of health concerns—from pain management to mental wellness. Whether you prefer traditional needles or the gentle, longer-lasting pressure of beads and seeds, each session is customized to your needs, promoting balance and healing.

Traditional ear seeds are made from Vaccaria seeds attached to an adhesive sticker, but modern versions also include ion pellets, magnets, stainless steel, and titanium. In our clinic, we primarily use stainless steel beads for their effectiveness and durability.

Ear seeds and beads are a form of auriculotherapy, a technique that stimulates acupressure points in the ear to influence various areas of the body. This method can help with anxiety, insomnia, chronic pain, nausea, hypertension, substance abuse, and digestive disorders. Acting like acupuncture needles—but without breaking the skin—ear seeds allow patients to continue therapy at home by gently massaging the seeds throughout their placement.

If you have allergies to latex, bandages, or adhesives, please inform your acupuncturist to ensure a safe and suitable application.