Auricular Ear Seed Therapy (Press Magnets) Columbus, Ohio
Ear seeds are a great way to relieve stress, reduce pain, relax the nervous system, and reduce anxiety. Enjoy them as an add on for support between your acupuncture treatments or on their own for those sensitive to needles and looking for some extra relief from everyday stress.
Auriculotherapy is a system within Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) used to support a wide range of health concerns, including stress, anxiety, depression, addiction, weight management, and more. In TCM, the ear is viewed as a microsystem of the entire body—often described as resembling an upside-down fetus—meaning specific points on the ear correspond to different organs and functions.
At Nu Wave Acupuncture, we utilize Press Magnet ear seeds in the form of titanium balls on a clear adhesive.
The add-on service includes press magnets placed in one ear on the points shown below, which are part of a modified NADA protocol, a protocol heavily studied and proven to be effective for PTSD, addiction, stress, anxiety, and more.
Add On Service
Ear Seed Service Options
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This service option includes custom, individualized selection and placement of press magnets as ear seeds onto specific points of the ear for treatment of pain, stress, anxiety, headaches, and sleep. Press magnets may be placed on one or both ears.
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This service option involves the placement of 6 points in one ear for stress and anxiety support between your acupuncture sessions. These selected points are based on the NADA protocol, a set of points shown to be effective for stress, PTSD, anxiety, insomnia, and addiction/recovery support. Available as an add on for your acupuncture sessions.
How It Works
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Our Auricular Ear Seed Therapy as Press Magnets
Auriculotherapy helps regulate the nervous system, relieve pain, and ease stress and anxiety by stimulating specific points on the ear.
This stimulation can be done using acupuncture needles, press needles, or press magnets for continued support after your visit.
At Nu Wave Acupuncture, we use titanium press magnets as ear seeds. These magnets provide gentle, continuous stimulation to the selected points, helping extend the benefits of your treatment beyond the clinic.
They can also be used in remote-style treatments or on body points when appropriate.
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Add-On Treatment: NADA Protocol (Single Ear)
We use a one-ear application of the NADA protocol, a well-known and studied auriculotherapy protocol designed to support: nervous system regulation, emotional balance, PTSD, anxiety, stress reduction, cravings and recovery support.
This protocol includes five specific ear points: Sympathetic, Point Zero, Shen Men, Kidney, Liver, and Heart or Lung—working together to promote calm, balance, and resilience.
We have two options - titanium press magnets or swarovski crystal decor on gold press magnets.
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How to Use Your Ear Seeds
To get the most benefit from your press magnets: Gently press or squeeze each point 7 times in the morning and 7 times at night.
You may also stimulate them anytime during the day for additional support. Mild tenderness is normal and can indicate the point is active.
If you do not press them, they still work their magic!
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Safety & Aftercare
- Some discomfort may occur—this can be normal
- Remove the magnets if discomfort lasts longer than 12 hours or if they shift out of place
- Redness or irritation may develop after several days
If this occurs, remove the magnets and allow 24–48 hours for the skin to return to normal
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What It Feels Like
Some of the points stimulated on the ear may be tender, but not painful. This typically indicates that area may benefit the most from the ear seeds, but tenderness should subside within 48 hours. Always listen to your body and remove if uncomfortable.
Patients report feeling calm and at ease when the ear seeds are in place.
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Compared to Acupuncture
This service option is best for those needle sensitive folks who are not ready to experience acupuncture, but still want to enjoy the holistic healing power of TCM.