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Aricular Acupuncture Detox
Auricular Acupuncture
Acupuncture is a form of medical treatment involving the stimulation of acupuncture points located on electrical channels extending over the surface of the body, which are known as meridians. From the philosophy of Taoism, there are six Yang meridians and six Yin meridians. In classical acupuncture, it is the Yang meridians that directly connect to the external ear. These energy lines of force are blocked or congested when there is some pathology in a specific area of the body. Insertion of acupuncture needles into specific acupoints can relieve the symptoms and underlying pathology of a particular health problem. Some of the meridian energy lines of force connect to the external ear, thus creating the field of auricular acupuncture. Different perspectives of auriculotherapy focus not on the acupuncture meridians but on the use of the ear as a localized reflex system connected to the central nervous system.
Connecting to 5 places in total on each ear, Acudetox allows the physical body to release tension, allowing the mind to focus and the bringing a deep calm to the spirit.
Acudetox has been used very sucessful in the recovery of addictions of drugs, alcohol and tobacco to name just a few. In the process it was discovered that the body released endorphins that relieve pain in a manner similar to external opiate chemicals. Both animal research and human studies have shown that stimulation of ear acupuncture points appears to cause the systemic release of endorphins.
"What Can I Expect from an Ear Acupuncture Treatment"
The main treatment consists 5 tiny, sterile, disposable acupuncture needles inserted in each car into specific points that aid in the detoxification process and general body balancing. You are then allowed to meditate or just sit quietly relaxing for 30 to 45 minutes in order to let the acupuncture do its work. Once in place, the needles may tingle or feel warm.
Most clients agree that the treatment is a relaxing and comfortable experience. There may be a small pinch as the needle is inserted but it goes away very quickly. Their is a natural calming effect and falling asleep is quite common.
"What Are The Benefits of Auricular Acupuncture Treatments?"
Ear acupuncture therapy can be utilized in many ways, and benefits from various sources have been reported for the following three ways:
1. A Therapeutic Reduction or Elimination of:
2. NADA (National Acupuncture Detoxification Association) Adjunctive Addiction Therapy: assists in the withdrawal and recovery from substance abuse and eating disorders to control food cravings and obesity. Auricular acupuncture has been successful in treating clients who want to quit their addiction and use it in conjunction with a recovery program (Smokers Anonymous, Overeaters Anonymous, Alcoholics Anonymous, Narcotics Anonymous, etc.). NADA effectively addresses the stressors described in (1) above, as well as nausea, headaches, and cravings when simultaneously done with a 12-Step recovery program.
3. Prevention: Auriculotherapy can also be used to detect where the body is prone to any future ailments, and taking treatments consistently over time as a part of preventative wellness can help restore vital energy, improved immune system function, improved relaxation, and allow the body, mind and spirit to function in a more harmonious way. Often, after treatment, people say they feel relaxed, think more clearly, and have a general sense of well being.
Acupuncture can reduce the symptoms of stress, anxiety and depression by increasing relaxation, calm and balance in the individual, thereby increasing their sense of well being. This provides the strength of character and the physical ability to deal with the stress associated with current situations in life as well as past suffering
"How Does Ear Auricular Acupuncture Treat Addictive Behavior?"Originally developed in Hong Kong, acupuncture treatment for drug and alcohol problems has been used in the U.S. since the 1970's. Lincoln Hospital in Bronx, NY was the first clinic to offer this type of acupuncture for addiction. Since then clinics have sprung from this model all over the U.S. and worldwide.
This specialized type of acupuncture treatment follows a protocol developed by the National Acupuncture Detoxification Association. It enhances relaxation and can reduce withdrawal symptoms, lower stress levels, and decrease cigarette or alcohol craving.
It is believed that acupuncture helps turn on the production system of your body's own endorphins and dopamine that the drugs/alcohol turned off during the time of use. In this way, the body is allowed to become more balanced and thus, many people say they are able to sleep better and feel less anxious as they move through their revitalization process.
Acupuncture, alone is not a cure for addictive behavior. It is strongly recommended that the clients also seek counseling and attend meetings or programs that specifically focus on the addictive substance or behavior. Acupuncture then becomes an important part of the whole picture of a person's healing process.
Although auricular acupuncture has many powerful relaxing effects, defining it as "stress-relief" is a serious misunderstanding since:
