Auricular Therapy- Diagnosis And Treatment.pdf 2021 Jun 2026

This involves the insertion of fine, sterile needles into the active points. Needles are typically left in situ for 15 to 30 minutes. This method is effective for acute and chronic pain and is a staple of the NADA (National Acupuncture Detoxification Association) protocol used for addiction recovery.

Once the diagnosis is made and the active points are identified, the treatment phase begins. A definitive resource like usually covers a spectrum of stimulation techniques, ranging from non-invasive to invasive. Auricular Therapy- Diagnosis and Treatment.pdf

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While acupuncture has Chinese origins (the "Heavenly Window" points), modern auriculotherapy was revolutionized by French neurologist Dr. Paul Nogier. He observed that a layperson he treated had cauterization scars on the ear that corresponded to relief from sciatica. Nogier developed the "inverted fetus" map—where the ear lobule represents the head, and the ear ridge represents the spine. This involves the insertion of fine, sterile needles

Treatment protocols in Auricular Therapy vary depending on the specific condition being treated. Some common protocols include: Once the diagnosis is made and the active