Elemental Balance – Ear Acupuncture

What can I expect from auricular (ear) acupuncture treatment?

Hannah will first take the time to listen to you and to understand your needs before creating a personalised treatment plan. The first treatment will dive into any health issues you are experiencing and what you want to achieve from the treatment(s).  

Tiny needles (usually up to 6) will be gently placed into each ear and will stay in place for up to 30 minutes. You will be laying down (or sitting comfortably in a chair if you prefer) and can use this time with yourself to meditate, focus on your breath, or even read a book whilst the needles work their magic.

Just like body acupuncture, you may feel a little discomfort (when the needles are first inserted) but your body will immediately send pain relief to your ear. Hannah will work with you to adjust the needles to ensure you are comfortable at all times. 

After the treatment, if appropriate, Hannah will place ear seeds or ASP needles into your ears to continue the benefits after the session.

Body cupping may also be applied to your treatment plan.

How many treatments will I need?

Treatment plans start with a consultation to understand the health issue that you are experiencing and the type of treatment that suits your needs.

Acupuncture works best when administered over a series of sessions. It’s recommended to have weekly or fortnightly treatments to begin with until the specific health goal is reached. After this, treatments can then be spaced out to a monthly cadence to maintain the benefits.

Acupuncture is also a preventative treatment and therefore monthly maintenance sessions will help you feeling your very best. And if you’re just wanting to relax, de-stress and unwind, a one-off treatment does the job!

How will I feel after treatment?

Auricular (ear) acupuncture treatments leave you feeling deeply relaxed and provide you with a boost of endorphins that can often make you feel your very best self! You will either feel relaxed and sleepy after treatment, or bursting with energy! Please note, that the treatment can also bring up deep emotional and energetic releases – your body will react in whatever way it needs to after treatment. 

Hannah recommends that you give yourself time to relax after each session (although this is not always possible) and avoid having a hot shower/bath (warm water is fine) until the next day. Please also refrain from consuming alcohol for 24 hours after treatment.