{"id":4358,"date":"2021-11-13T21:59:15","date_gmt":"2021-11-14T02:59:15","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/east2westmedicine.com\/?p=4358"},"modified":"2021-11-13T21:59:15","modified_gmt":"2021-11-14T02:59:15","slug":"auricular-acupuncture","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/215.98c.mytemp.website\/blog\/acupuncture\/auricular-acupuncture\/","title":{"rendered":"Auricular Acupuncture&#8230;With or Without Needles"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><a href=\"https:\/\/east2westmedicine.com\/auricular-acupuncture\/earmodel\/\" rel=\"attachment wp-att-4359\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-medium wp-image-4359\" src=\"http:\/\/215.98c.mytemp.website\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/earmodel-209x300.jpg\" alt=\"acupuncture points on the ear\" width=\"209\" height=\"300\" srcset=\"https:\/\/215.98c.mytemp.website\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/earmodel-209x300.jpg 209w, https:\/\/215.98c.mytemp.website\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/earmodel.jpg 602w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 209px) 100vw, 209px\" \/><\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/east2westmedicine.com\/auricular-acupuncture\/single_seed\/\" rel=\"attachment wp-att-4365\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-medium wp-image-4365\" src=\"http:\/\/215.98c.mytemp.website\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/single_seed-300x300.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"300\" srcset=\"https:\/\/215.98c.mytemp.website\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/single_seed-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/215.98c.mytemp.website\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/single_seed-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/215.98c.mytemp.website\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/single_seed.jpg 600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/east2westmedicine.com\/auricular-acupuncture\/ear\/\" rel=\"attachment wp-att-4360\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-medium wp-image-4360\" src=\"http:\/\/215.98c.mytemp.website\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/ear-251x300.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"251\" height=\"300\" srcset=\"https:\/\/215.98c.mytemp.website\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/ear-251x300.jpg 251w, https:\/\/215.98c.mytemp.website\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/ear-857x1024.jpg 857w, https:\/\/215.98c.mytemp.website\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/ear-768x918.jpg 768w, https:\/\/215.98c.mytemp.website\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/ear-1286x1536.jpg 1286w, https:\/\/215.98c.mytemp.website\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/ear.jpg 1607w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 251px) 100vw, 251px\" \/><\/a><br \/>\n<strong>Are you interested in the benefits of Acupuncture but have a fear of needles?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Auricular Acupuncture may be just what the doctor ordered!\u00a0 Auricular acupuncture is acupuncture that focuses on acupuncture points in your ears.<br \/>\nIt involves either the use of small hair thin needles or the use of vaccaria <strong>ear seeds<\/strong> (no needles) at specific points along the pathways of energy in the body called meridians.<\/p>\n<p>According to Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), a blocked or disrupted flow of energy (qi) can have a negative effect on your physical and mental health. \u00a0Acupuncture aims to restore the flow of qi by resolving any blockages or disruption thus resolving the symptom or negative effect to you physical or mental health.<br \/>\nThere are more than<strong> 200 acupuncture points in the ear<\/strong>.\u00a0 Auricular Acupuncture can be used for a wide range of conditions, and it is especially useful to relieve pain, calm the mind and treat withdrawal symptoms from addictions. \u00a0But that\u2019s not all\u2026. Auricular acupuncture can treat literally hundreds of conditions.\u00a0 All types of physical pain (headaches, neck pain, back pain, sciatica, arthritis, fibromyalgia, sports injuries, abdominal pain), Mood and Emotions (Anxiety, stress, depression, PTSD, insomnia, ADD, ADHD).\u00a0 Even More (Weight loss, PMS, tinnitus, TMJ, Vertigo, Circulation, Allergies \u2026.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Some conditions most commonly treated with auricular acupuncture include:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Stress and anxiety<\/li>\n<li>Chronic and acute pain<\/li>\n<li>Nausea<\/li>\n<li>Insomnia\/fatigue<\/li>\n<li>Digestive disorders<\/li>\n<li>Motion Sickness, Dizziness, vertigo<\/li>\n<li>Smoking cessation<\/li>\n<li>Weight loss<\/li>\n<li>Headaches, including migraines<\/li>\n<li>Focus and memory problems<\/li>\n<li>Symptoms of menopause\/ postpartum depression<\/li>\n<li>Infertility, low libido, sexual dysfunction<\/li>\n<li>Addiction withdrawal symptoms<\/li>\n<li>Mood swings<\/li>\n<li>Acne<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>An Auricular acupuncture session is generally shorter than a traditional acupuncture session, <strong>lasting only 20-30 minutes<\/strong>.\u00a0 Auricular acupuncture is performed while the patient is seated in a quiet room.\u00a0 Your acupuncturist may ask you questions about your health, sleep, appetite, digestion, and mood.\u00a0 The needles or seeds are inserted and remain in place for <strong>10-20 minutes<\/strong>.\u00a0 It is usually very relaxing and some patients even take a nap!<br \/>\nThe needles or seeds are removed and your acupuncturist may ask how you are feeling.\u00a0 Most people feel refreshed and calm.<\/p>\n<p>Auricular acupuncture is a form of acupuncture that focuses on the energy of the body in the ears and can be helpful for numerous health issues from chronic pain and stress to headaches, mood disorders and addictions.\u00a0 It may be beneficial for those who have a fear or dislike of needles but who still would like the benefits acupuncture can provide.\u00a0 Auricular Acupuncture is available by request at Jean Donati Acupuncture, LLC.\u00a0 Call today for an appointment 410-984-3700.<\/p>\n<p>Author: <a href=\"https:\/\/east2westmedicine.com\/about-us\/\">Jean Donati PA-C, M.Ac, L.Ac.\u00a0<\/a><\/p>\n<p>Jean Donati is a Nationally Certified Physician Assistant, Licensed Acupuncturist and owner of Jean Donati Acupuncture. \u00a0She specializes in Traditional Five Element Acupuncture, and Facial Rejuvenation for physical, mental and emotional concerns.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Are you interested in the benefits of Acupuncture but have a fear of needles? 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