Ear Seeds?

Auriculotherapy is the stimulation of specific points on the ear, which is believed to be a microsystem of the entire body. There are over 200 points on the ear that are believed to correspond to different points on the body, both physical and emotional. The stimulation of these points is called Auriculotherapy.

How does it work?
Ear Seeds are one way to stimulate these points. They are safe, natural, and noninvasive, sitting on the surface of the ear and held in place with a patch of adhesive tape. Small black seeds from the Vaccaria plant or small metal beads or pellets are secured on the ear with a piece of adhesive tape over specific acupressure points. The continuous mild pressure they exert is amplified by stimulating the seed or pellet with a few seconds of fingertip massage every few hours. Ear seeds are non-invasive, meaning, unlike needles or tacks, they are affixed on the surface of the ear and do not puncture the skin. According to the World Health Organization, the ear is perhaps the most studied microsystem of the entire body.

​Caring for your Ear Seeds-

1. Ear seeds must be removed within 4 days of application. Seeds are easily removed by peeling the edge and pulling off the tape, very much like taking a bandage off. Be sure the "seed" is affixed to the tape upon removal and discard. 

2. If the points feel overly tender and sensitive, remove them and wash the ear surface gently with soap and warm water. If the skin is irritated or broken, apply triple antibiotic ointment and leave the affected area clean and dry. 

3. Seeds will generally remain adhered if they become wet; allow them to dry naturally after showering or swimming. 

4. Applying gentle pressure or massage to the seed and area around it, will often increase the effectiveness of the treatment. 

5. For acute problems, treatment may be suggested twice a week until significant improvement. Some will benefit from treatment weekly or biweekly. It is best to manage any symptoms before the previous level of discomfort returns. 

6. Enjoy feeling better, but don't exert yourself and cause more long-term imbalances. 

Price Schedule:

1 session $50

3 sessions $135

5 sessions $200​