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Acupunture points used for weight loss aid in dealing with stress and anxiety, two main factors that contribute to overeating. The primary point used to achieve this effect is known as shen men, located in the upper part of the ear. In addition, auriculotherapy can help reduce food cravings and balance the energy, or chi in the digestive system.
There are over 1oo acupoints located on the ear. The most common points used include specific points related to the mouth, stomach and lungs. For those with endocrine or blood sugar issues, thyroid or spleen points may be used.
Treatment consists of 3-4 office visits each month during which small gauge needles are inserted into the above points and stimulated with micro-current electrical probes. Small pieces of clear adhesive tape containing a tiny "seed" or needle are then inserted on two to three of the pints treated. This procedure allows the patient to manually re-stimulate the points during the moments when they are dealing with their specific dysfunctional eating habits. The tape is removed on ensuing visits and the procedure is repeated until the patient's weight loss goals are achieved. The cost for three treatments per month is $100.
Auriculotherapy is not for everyone who desires to lose weight. Rare occurances include nausea and persistent soreness at the treatment points. For those with "needlephobia" we have achieved success in many cases by simply using electrical probes on these points. The points are that powerful. If you have struggled with weight loss and have concerns about the side effects of medical weight loss, auriculotherpy may be for you.