Acupressure
Acupuncture and acupressure both use the same points and channels. While acupuncture uses needles to stimulate energy, acupressure uses the gentler but still effective approach of applying firm pressure, without the use of a needle. In this way, acupressure is a technique that, once taught, can be used at home to aide in the relief of symptoms.
Acupressure points can also be applied to the ear (called auricular acupressure). This form of acupressure is done with ear seeds since the area is highly innervated making the points extremely specific. Once the seed is placed by your practitioner, it is easy to use pressure to stimulate the point for relief throughout the day.