How Auriculotherapy Works
The ear is a microsystem. What this means is that every tissue, organ, and nerve pathway is accessible via specific reflex pathways on the ear.
The application of ear seeds has been practiced in European and Asian countries for centuries. The content provided on this page is curated from both eastern and western sources.
Even one or two seeds can make a difference. Each post typically shows a pictorial reference making it easier for you to locate points on yourself or others.
The posts below provide free instruction and content for applying ear seeds along with the tried and true methods of combining points to achieve sedation and stimulation. Auricular reflexes modify the brain because of the delta reflex theory, a sensorineural link between the somatic pathways between the body and the brain.
The success of auriculotherapy has been attributed to many factors. The ear is the only place on the body whereby the vagus nerve can be accessed. The vagus nerve is linked with parasympathetic responses, such as lowering blood pressure and heart rate, and this link explains how points near this outlet such as Stomach, Heart, and Lung can restore tone to organs, reduce stress and promote relaxation.
The ear reflex system is a pathway to the entire body – muscles, nerves and organs. Knowing how to massage, stimulate and apply seeds to the ear can lead to improvements in sleep, digestion, respiratory health, and stress levels.
Michelle has written a user-friendly manual with anatomical maps indicating point locations for easy reference. The manual is designed for massage therapists, acupuncturists, physical therapists and anyone interested to gain hands-on experience with auriculotherapy.
Learn how to apply ear seeds and crystals to promote wellness.
Dancing Ears Design is an Etsy shop featuring handmade kits of ear seeds and crystals, 14 downloadable auricular protocols for pain, weight loss, sleep, anxiety and more. The manual contains all protocols plus anatomical maps, instructions, and tips on how to choose crystals based on the Five Element theory.
For those interested to use auricular points for self help or to gift to friends and family, or to purchase the manual shown above, visit my Etsy store, Dancing Ears Design.
Also available on the Etsy site are downloadable one-page templates for many conditions from pain to weight loss to memory/concentration. So, if you are only looking for auricular points to serve one sort of population, or a single condition, there are 13 templates to choose from.
As a special thank you, I am also offering A FREE 20-MINUTE AURICULAR CONSULTATION WITH ANY PURCHASE OF $25.00 or more. Simply use the Contact Form to reach out and schedule a time for a telehealth call.
In order to support the growth of the auriculotherapy community, these posts are meant to expand knowledge and help you explore the many facets of this wonderful medicine.
Three Main Headache Types and Auricular Points That Help
Sometimes, one of the toughest problems in choosing auricular points is knowing the true cause. While headaches can be complex and involve many different systems of the body, in this post I will provide an overview of how I choose points based on types of headache pain. Since headaches are often a symptom, not a…
Weight Loss & Eating Disorders
An Auricular Protocol Auricular kits are available at Michelle’s Etsy store, Dancing Ears Design. These are for self care as well as for assisting friends and family. Downloadable protocols for many health conditions as well as a manual which contains all of the protocols plus more content on using ear crystals as jewelry, Five Element…
Auriculotherapy for ADHD and Memory Improvement: Ear Stimulation Techniques
Ear seeds and ear massage can help with pain, immune system regulation, vision, hearing, and more. One of the most fascinating and unknown uses for auriculotherapy is for a range of issues that affect neurological and psychological pathways, like memory loss, ADD/ADHD, seizures, depression, aphasia, and sensory issues. Auricular pathways and their link to the…
Dancing Ears on Etsy
Ear reflexology is accessible to anyone. In her practice, Michelle often sends clients home with ear seeds or pellets to prolong treatment results. Michelle has created an Etsy shop called Dancing Ears Design in order to make auriculotherapy more accessible to the general population. Items for sale include: The designed graphs can be referenced by…
Auricular Medicine for Jaw Pain
I have learned that there are many contributing factors that make this small joint on the face lock up tight. So many variations happen in practice that are hard to translate into the written word. It astounds me that no two people are ever alike. How to choose the best mode of treating really depends…
Channel Acupuncture & Herbs 