Effects of auriculotherapy on stress, anxiety and depression in adults and older adults: a systematic review

Conclusion The available evidence on the effects of auriculotherapy on stress, anxiety and depression proves the effectiveness of the technique in adults and older adults. However, the studies showed methodological weaknesses. Although the identified protocols are different, there are freque nt similar points including Shenmen, Kidney, Autonomic Nervous System, Heart, Brain Stem and Liver 1 and 2 which can be used in new studies.
Source: Revista da Escola de Enfermagem da USP - Category: Nursing Source Type: research