Model with the "Energetic" points located on the head and neck.
In this article we will point out the acupuncture points on the ear called Auricultherapy and try to see the relationship with some piercings that are performed on the outer ear.
Acupuncture is designed to restore the natural flow of vital energy, also known as qi. This technique, which is over 3000 years old, involves pricking the skin with a needle, identifying strategic points throughout the body, to relieve any tension caused by qi disruption or blockage.
Auricultherapy It is a technique derived from acupuncture that consists of the stimulation of the external auricle of the ear in order to diagnose and treat different health problems located in other parts of the body.
The ears consist of over 200 acupressure points (many of us have used those little balls that you stick and press when an area hurts) that can help balance the mind and body. That's why several studies have proven that auriculotherapy can have a great effect when it comes to migraines, chronic pain, anxiety, inflammation and general wellbeing.
This close relationship between "energy" points has led to certain piercings being directly related to acupuncture points and many advocate the wellbeing they produce.
What we see in the diagrams is that the "energy" points are not defined equally by all practitioners.
Now we are going to look at Piercing directly related to Acupuncture or more specifically Auriculotherapy.
DAITH
Located in the inner crease of the ear, daith piercing is thought to relieve symptoms of recurrent migraines.
It is one of the most popular piercings, especially for people who suffer from recurrent headaches. According to the study we have carried out with several piercers in Madrid, more than 50% of the people who have had this type of piercing are happy with the result, they notice positive effects.
CONCH - CONCH
Its name refers to the outer part of the ear known as the concha, which comes from the spiral shape of the ear. Shell piercings have been associated with aiding muscle relaxation and combating chronic pain..
The survey indicates that it is not a piercing that customers ask for because of the benefits it brings, but more for its aesthetics.
The concha is a large area compared to the Daith for example and not all piercings are at the same point so it does not seem to be very acupuncture related.
HÉLIX
The helix piercing, one of the most popular cartilage piercings, is located at the outermost edge of the ears.
You can read in many blog's that if you stimulate or perforate, this area can relieve allergies and soothe symptoms of congestion or sore throats.
According to our respondents, none of their clients have commented on the benefits they have found with this piercing in relation to congestion or sore throat.
TRAGUS
The Tragus in one of the most common piercings, along with the Helix in the ear, is an important acupuncture point and can help reduce the frequency of migraines., along with its anxiolytic and appetite suppressant qualities. The tragus of the ear is that small piece of cartilage in front of the ear canal. Stimulation of this area is directed to the nerve called the vagus nerve, which runs from the base of the brain to the rest of the body.
ROOK
Located above the Daith, rook perforation targets the pressure point which is primarily intended to reduce migraines and help relieve stress..
The piercers who participated in the survey tell us that the people who ask for it are not usually people who have migraines, because if they do, they prefer to have the Daith done.
Photos provided by one of our collaborators.
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I got Daith and it works for me.