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Ear Reflexology and Auriculotherapy Flashcards

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  1. The Battlefield Acupuncture (BFA) protocol, used in US military healthcare, targets which reflex points?

    Answer: Five specific ear points on the auricle (helix, antihelix, tragus area)

    Battlefield Acupuncture uses five specific ear points (omega, point zero, cingulate gyrus, thalamus, shen men) inserted with semi-permanent needles for pain relief.

  2. What is 'Shen Men' in auriculotherapy and what is it commonly used for?

    Answer: A key ear reflex point in the triangular fossa, used for calming, anxiety, and pain relief

    Shen Men ('spirit gate') is a key auricular point in the triangular fossa used for calming the mind, reducing anxiety, pain, and supporting overall relaxation.

  3. What contraindication applies specifically to ear reflexology with seeds or needles?

    Answer: Active ear infection, open wounds in the ear, or metal allergy when using metal pellets

    Active ear infections, broken skin, or metal allergies are contraindications specific to auricular work — applying seeds or needles to infected or allergic tissue is unsafe.

  4. Which organization in the United States provides certification in auriculotherapy for practitioners?

    Answer: National Certification Commission for Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine (NCCAOM) and the American Academy of Medical Acupuncture among others

    NCCAOM and organizations like the American Academy of Medical Acupuncture offer auriculotherapy and auricular acupuncture certifications in the US.

  5. How are ear reflex seeds typically instructed to be used by clients between sessions?

    Answer: Pressed firmly 3–5 times per day to maintain stimulation of the reflex point

    Clients are instructed to press the seed or pellet firmly several times daily to stimulate the reflex point and extend the therapeutic effect between sessions.

  6. What is the American Reflexology Certification Board (ARCB) and what does it offer?

    Answer: A national non-profit that provides voluntary certification examinations for foot and hand reflexologists in the US

    The ARCB is the primary national voluntary certification body for reflexologists in the US, offering a written and practical certification exam for foot and hand reflexology.

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