Acupuncture Treatments

Ear Seeds — Auriculotherapy

Ear seeds, placed on acupressure points, help with pain, anxiety, sleep issues, and more. This non-invasive treatment promotes relaxation and balance at Airport Plaza Spine and Wellness.

What it is

Ear Seeds — Auriculotherapy

These seeds are adhesives that are placed on specific acupressure points on the ear to address specific symptoms and areas of the physical and emotional body. This alternative treatment is called Auriculotherapy. With its origins in Traditional Chinese Medicine, this modality has been used for thousands of years across diverse cultures. The seeds can be made from metal, ceramic beads or even Swarovski crystals.

These Seeds are safe, non-invasive, needle-less and can be integrated into a treatment plan to help enhance other treatments. The seeds can be removed after 2-3 days and seem to promote a sense of relaxation and balance.

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Auriculotherapy, also known as ear acupuncture or ear seeding, is a safe and effective therapy that uses tiny seeds placed on specific points of the ear to stimulate healing throughout the body. At Airport Plaza Spine and Wellness, we offer this ancient practice as a complementary treatment to help patients find relief from a variety of conditions.

The ear is considered a microsystem of the entire body in Traditional Chinese Medicine, containing more than 90 acupuncture points that correspond to specific organs and body systems. When ear seeds are applied to the skin, they are gently massaged to act as acupressure, activating targeted areas to promote a healing response.

Ear seeds have been used to help address a range of concerns, including chronic pain, sleep issues, anxiety, and stress. Because the treatment is non-invasive and needle-less, it is an accessible option for patients who may be hesitant about traditional acupuncture needles.

The seeds themselves can vary in material, from traditional Vaccaria plant seeds to metal, ceramic beads, or even decorative crystals, and are affixed to the ear using waterproof adhesive tape. Once applied, patients are encouraged to gently press or massage the seeds throughout the day to continue stimulating the associated acupressure points.

One of the benefits of ear seeds is their convenience. Once applied by our trained staff, the seeds can remain in place for 2-3 days, providing ongoing stimulation without the need for a return visit. This makes them a great complement to other treatments offered at Airport Plaza Spine and Wellness, including acupuncture, chiropractic care, and physical therapy.

Many patients report a sense of relaxation and balance after their ear seed treatment. While ear seeds are not marketed as a cure for any condition, they can serve as a helpful adjunct therapy as part of a broader, personalized treatment plan.

At Airport Plaza Spine and Wellness, our approach is always to combine time-tested therapies like auriculotherapy with modern, evidence-based care to help our patients achieve the best possible outcomes.

Insurance & affordability

FREE Benefits Check

The Staff at Airport Plaza Spine & Wellness will work with you to help reduce the stress of working with insurance companies. We accept many insurance providers to make sure as much of the cost as possible doesn’t come out of your pocket! In the event we don’t accept your insurance we will make every effort to work with you financially to get the treatment you need by offering accommodating and affordable cash plans as well.

Most Major Insurances Accepted. We do not participate in Medicaid plans.

FAQ

Ear Seeds questions

Still unsure? Call (732) 264-2233 and ask the front desk directly.

Does this treatment involve needles?

No. Ear Seeds are safe, non-invasive, and needle-less.

How long do the seeds stay on?

The seeds can be removed after 2-3 days.

What are the seeds made of?

They can be made from metal, ceramic beads, or even Swarovski crystals.

What can Ear Seeds help with?

They address specific symptoms and areas of the physical and emotional body, and seem to promote a sense of relaxation and balance.

Is it covered by insurance?

Most Major Insurances Accepted. Complete the free benefits check and our staff will confirm your coverage before you begin. We do not participate in Medicaid plans.