Before treatment comes diagnosis. A high-quality will dedicate significant space to inspection and palpation.
For patients who are needle-phobic or for conditions requiring prolonged stimulation, ear seeds are the preferred method. These are small seeds (usually from the Vaccaria plant) or small metal beads attached to adhesive tape. They are placed on the ear and the patient is instructed to press them several times a day. This creates a continuous, gentle stimulation of the point, extending the treatment's efficacy over days or weeks. Auricular Therapy- Diagnosis and Treatment.pdf