Auricular acupuncture, also known as ear acu-therapy, for stress regulation is an effective method for dealing with chronic stress, test anxiety, overthinking and worry. Ear acu-therapy, therefore, helps the body to function by removing unnecessary stress and excessive anxiety that cause chronic fatigue, both physical and psychological
Anxiety is one of the most widespread psychological disorders of our time. It is a physical and mental reaction to a threat or may also be a preparation of the body to deal with demanding situations. Stress is a condition that all people experience and to some extent, can act as motivation.
Effects of Excessive Stress and Anxiety:
- Fatigue and dizziness
- Headache
- Stomach problems
- Hyperhidrosis
- Gastrointestinal disorders
- Sexual dysfunction
- Acidity
- Increase in pressure
- Musculoskeletal problems
- Tachypnea
- Panic attacks
- Sleep disorders
- Disorder of the menstrual cycle
- Depression
Auricular Acupuncture for anxiety
Auricular acupuncture
Ear acupuncture is a therapeutic technique applied to the pinna of the ear and can be used to treat many disorders and health issues, including stress. Furthermore, it is well known that there are special points on the ear that affect the psyche, stress, mood and concentration.
Acupuncture of the ear affects both the central and autonomic nervous systems, thus, achieving significant benefits in the case of stress and anxiety. It balances the sympathetic – parasympathetic nervous system and prevents and treats all the symptoms of anxiety.
There are many scientific studies that prove the effectiveness of auricular acupuncture to regulate stress. Acupuncture and ear acu-therapy are internationally recognized methods with great validity and reliability. They deal with anxiety disorders with great efficiency and are: natural, individualized, painless, well tolerated, without any side effects when performed by a doctor specialized in the method
References
- Wang, Shu-Ming,, Kain, Zeev N. Auricular Acupuncture: A Potential Treatment for Anxiety, Anesthesia & Analgesia: February 2001 – Vol. 92 – Issue 2 – p 548-553.
- Catharina Klausenitz,et al. Auricular Acupuncture for Exam Anxiety in Medical Students—A Randomized Crossover Investigation. PLoS One. 2016; 11(12): e0168338.
- de Lorent L1, Agorastos A2, Yassouridis A3, Kellner M2, Muhtz C4. Auricular Acupuncture Versus Progressive Muscle Relaxation in Patients with Anxiety Disorders or Major Depressive Disorder: A Prospective Parallel Group Clinical Trial. J Acupunct Meridian Stud. 2016 Aug;9(4):191-9.
- Stefan H, Kreiselmeyer G, Kerling F, et al. Transcutaneous vagus nerve stimulation (t-VNS) in pharmacoresistant epilepsies: a proof of concept trial. 2012;53(7):115–118.
