What is auricular reflexology?

Auricular reflexology, also known as ear reflexology or auriculotherapy, is a healing technique that involves stimulating the ear to help improve health in other parts of the body.

How it works

Auricular reflexology is based on the idea that the ear is a mirror of the whold body and that stimulating specific points on the ear can balance the corresponding areas of the body. It works by stimulating the central nervous system.

History

Auricular reflexology has originis in Chinese medical practices that date back 4,000 years. It’s based on the the ancient Chinese practices of acupuncture and acupressure.

Techniques

Auricular reflexology uses finger and thumb pressure to stimulate the ear’s acu-points and also involves ear seeds.

Benefits

Auricular reflexology can help relieve stress and can be used to treat pain from musculoskeletal problems.