- 20-40 minutes per session
- None
- 55%
China versus the U.S.
- China clinical rate
- $100 – $400
- $250
- United States
- $300 – $800
- $550
- You save
- ~55%
- $300 per procedure
Prices are approximate ranges. Actual cost depends on hospital, surgeon, materials, and case complexity.
What the procedure involves.
Specialized form of acupuncture targeting over 200 points on the ear that correspond to body organs and functions. Widely used in China for pain management, addiction treatment, weight loss, and stress relief. Auriculotherapy can be performed with needles, seeds, or magnetic pellets.
Step by step.
Ear Point Assessment
Practitioner examines the ear for reactive points using a probe, correlating with the patient's specific condition.
Point Stimulation
Insertion of fine needles or application of vaccaria seeds/magnetic pellets at selected ear points.
Retention & Stimulation
Seeds or pellets remain in place for 3-7 days for continuous stimulation. Patient instructed on self-massage technique.
Follow-up & Adjustment
Points reassessed and adjusted based on symptom response at next visit.
- Non-invasive and virtually painless treatment option
- Continuous therapeutic effect with ear seeds between sessions
- 85% cost savings compared to Western acupuncture sessions
- Can complement other treatments without interference
- Mild ear soreness at stimulation points
- Rare risk of minor skin irritation from seed adhesive
- Not effective as sole treatment for severe conditions
- Requires multiple sessions for cumulative benefit
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Prices shown are approximate ranges for reference only. Actual costs vary by hospital, complexity, and individual patient needs. Always consult with healthcare professionals for medical decisions.