Ear seeds are seeds placed on your ear to serve as tiny acupressure devices. They’re a type of auriculotherapy, a traditional Chinese medicine technique that focuses on areas in your ear. They’re thought to promote comfort and relaxation. People may use them to help with pain, insomnia, substance abuse, and mental issues ranging from anxiety to grief.
These seeds traditionally come from an herb called vaccaria but can also be made of ceramic or metal. They’re placed on the outside of your ear over certain acupuncture points. They’re usually held in place by waterproof tape and stay on your ears for up to a week.
Health Benefits of Ear Seeds
While they can’t cure chronic pain or other conditions, ear seeds may be a helpful addition to your medical treatment. There aren’t many studies of auriculotherapy, but it might help with:
- Substance abuse
- Pain, numbness, and tingling from chemotherapy
- Lower back pain Insomnia
- Weight loss
- Anxiety
- Depression
- Trauma
- Grief
- Posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD)
How Ear Seeds Work
After cleaning your ear, place the seeds on the outside of your ear. It doesn’t hurt, but you may feel some tenderness or warmth. Once they’re in place, you massage them two to three times a day. To do this, apply gentle pressure to the seeds and move them in small circles.
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