Ear Reflexology and Ear Seed Placement

Auricular Reflexology, also known as Ear Reflexology or Ear Acupressure, is based on the principle that the ears are microsystems that reflect the entire body. Just like Reflexology on the hands, feet and face, the ear is believed to have reflex points that correspond to different organs, glands, and body parts. By stimulating these points, we can help alleviate tension, improve circulation, ease pain, and encourage the body's natural healing mechanisms. This fast-growing therapy is not new, you can see records of treatments on the ears in the earliest Chinese medical books dating back to ancient times.

Auricular Reflexology involves the stimulation of the external part of the ear. Applying pressure to a specific point on the ear that corresponds to a specific point in the body, brings balance to that area either through an increase or decrease of energy. Chinese Acupuncture uses over 200 acupressure points on the ear. A selection of these is used in Auricular Reflexology. Instead of using needles, the points are stimulated using finger, thumb pressure and sometimes a probe. 

This is a safe and efficient therapy, especially given the accessibility of the ears, which means that people do not have to remove any clothing to receive treatment. Due to the ears closeness to the brain and central nervous system it can often offer quicker results.

“There are over 10,000 nerve endings in the ear with auricular branches of the vagus and trigeminal nerves coming to the surface. It is thought that these nerves and the close proximity to the brain enhance the speed and efficacy of auricular work.” – Allison Walker (2020) Contemporary Reflexology College

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The benefits of Auricular Reflexology can be enhanced by the placement of Ear Seeds on specific acupressure points on the ears to enable you support yourself between treatments. This non-invasive treatment stimulates pressure points on your ear with tiny Vaccaria seeds or Tourmaline beads. The overall aim of Ear Seed Placement is to alleviate specific symptoms and to improve your overall health and wellbeing.

Auricular Reflexology and Ear Seed Placement have demonstrated effectiveness in addressing various issues, including: appetite control, seasonal allergies, insomnia, headaches and migraines, neck and shoulder pain, digestive issues and hormonal imbalances.