Auricular Therapy

Sept 1, 2001

Firstly, I would like to thank my clients for letting me use them to practice on during my practicum which ended successfully on March 29, 2001.   In June 2001 I received my Ear Reflexology Certificate which now makes it official.  I am an Auricular Therapist.

Having said this, I now have numerous testimonials attesting to the rapid effects of ear reflexology.  I myself have noticed the benefits from applying Auricular therapy on myself and my cat Taz – he now let’s me rub his ears.

UPDATE – May 2003

Since I started practicing ear reflexology I have had much success with clients stopping addictions including smoking, losing weight, getting in shape and taking better care of themselves.  The results have been phenomenal including the work I have done on myself.  My clients have also learned to control pain, stop headaches, PMS, for relaxation and to change moods.

TESTIMONIALS – Auricular Therapy a.k.a. Ear Reflexology

I could feel my shoulders loosening and felt less stressed after you worked on my ears.  B.C. Lineman

My wife snores a lot less.  P.B. Artist

My mood changed and I felt ‘cool as a cucumber’ as you say.  T.J. Trucker

I felt like a million.  Ontario Tourist

Very effective, I did feel a lot less pain.  Local Jogger

I can touch my toes now and I couldn’t a half hour ago.   S.C. Contractor

I felt really anxious before coming here but now I feel very relaxed.  S.F., Traveller From San Francisco

If I had a million you’d be my personal reflexologist.  An Admirer

They should call you Magic Hands.  Pure Gold.  Electronics Supplier

Your hands are so warm, very relaxing.  Retired Investor

My pain melted away within a half an hour!  J. R. Bookkeeper

You have healing hands.  A.S. – Survivor of WWII Camps

You have the touch.  – Salesman

Auricular THERAPY – EAR REFLEXOLOGY

A Brief History

Ear reflexology has been around for thousands of years, like many other tried and true complimentary therapies.  No one knows the origin for sure but all civilizations have used it since the beginning of mankind and it is likely it will be used until the end of time.

Written records appear around 200 B.C. which described reflex points on the ears.  Over its history, more reflex points have been added as they were discovered and ultimately in the 19^th century it was westernized.  Many cultures and civlizations have used it effectively and it has grown it has undergone some major changes.  The Egyptians used it, as did the Romans, Chinese, Japanese etc.  Finally we come west and find it in a book written by Dr. Joe Shelby-Riley in 1924.  The theory and practice was introduced by Dr. Paul Nogier, thought of as a founding father, but in reality it was bound to happen sooner or later.  In 1972, Nogier published his findings on his medical research having been led to ‘re’discover Auricular Therapy.  He found Auricular therapy to be a combination of therapies and the reflexes to be found “through the pathways of acupuncture, psychotherapy, homeopathy and orthodox medicine.”  His findings were published in 1972.

The ‘WHO’, World Health Organization in 1982, standardized thousands of ear reflex points because it is so safe and effective bringing rapid results.  All disorders ending in ‘itis’ can be treated simply using the ear reflex points. Anyone can use ear reflexology to alleviate symptoms from pain and suffering.

MEDICAL COVERAGE    October 30, 2001

Our Government has dropped eye exams, massage and some drugs which were covered by B.C. Medical Services Plan (MSP).  This has had a wide ranging impact on all classes of society with far reaching consequences including lifestyle changes for the therapists and their clients.  I trust by now everyone has adjusted and are keeping massage in their lives.

REGISTERED MASSAGE THERAPISTS are just that, RMT’s.  If you see someone with these initials behind their names, they have been through an intensive 4 –5 years of courses, training and working with a Physician.  It means they have  passed their written and practical examinations and should be members of the B.C. Association of Registered Massage Therapists. 

Reflexology is not presently covered by MSP or any type of B.C. Health Care, however, if you have Extended Health Care you may have coverage for reflexology, aromatherapy and a host of other complimentary health therapies.  Call your insurance company and find out if you are – I will issue you a receipt and you can claim that back.  The Reflexology Association of Canada has a charter with the Government and we are making progress to get coverage.  Eventually, ear, hand & foot reflexology and many other complimentary therapies will be covered including massage.  That is my vision anyway, it may take years but we’ll keep up the good fight.

Get your doctor’s advice, or call B.C. Health Care to find out exactly what is now covered and what you will have to pay out-of-pocket.  You could also consider hypnotherapy – known to relieve stress and other psychological disorders. 

GET RELIEF NOW

If you want relief now and can’t wait, bring yourself over to my loving hands and I will do the best I can in a half hour for $25.  This sometimes is enough for some people.  Housecalls $30 - $60.  You will get results which you can feel working as you progress through the session.  No miracle cures here, just your own body trying to heal itself. 

REFLEXOLOGY HEALS THE BODY

REFLEXOLOGY HEALS THE MIND

REFLEXOLOGY HEALS THE SPIRIT