About this video

• Video Title: Curso de Auriculoterapia - Básico e descomplicado
• Channel: Professor Hermínio Medeiros
• Speakers: Professor Hermínio Medeiros
• Duration: 01:24:47

Overview

This video is a basic and straightforward course on Auriculotherapy, presented by Professor Hermínio Medeiros. The course covers the theoretical and practical aspects of this technique, which is part of Traditional Chinese Medicine. It emphasizes the importance of integrated and complementary therapies within the Brazilian public health system (SUS) and explains the fundamental concepts, anatomical points, and practical application of Auriculotherapy.

Key takeaways

• Auriculotherapy as a Complementary Therapy: It's presented as part of the National Policy of Integrative and Complementary Practices (PNPIC) within SUS, aiming to complement existing treatments rather than replace them.
• Holistic Approach: The course highlights the importance of treating the patient as a whole, considering their interconnected physical and mental health, rather than just symptoms.
• Ear as a Microsystem: Auriculotherapy views the ear as a microsystem linked to various organs and body parts through nervous pathways, allowing for treatment of various ailments by stimulating specific ear points.
• Distinction from Acupuncture: While Auriculotherapy is a practice within acupuncture, it can be learned through a basic course like this, whereas acupuncture itself requires a more advanced health-related postgraduate qualification.
• Practical Application: The video demonstrates the use of seeds, crystals, and needles for stimulating ear points, detailing their application, the importance of hygiene, and the creation of treatment protocols.
• Diagnostic Techniques: The course touches upon diagnostic methods like palpation to identify tender points on the ear, which can indicate specific health issues.
• SUS Protocols: It references 15 standardized protocols for Auriculotherapy used within the SUS for common conditions like anxiety, headaches, constipation, and insomnia.

The video mentions that Professor Hermínio Medeiros recommends following "Lirane Suliano," an auriculo-therapist with a strong online presence and publications, for additional protocols and insights. He notes that Lirane Suliano has a book with protocols that is relatively inexpensive. While the specific title of the book is not mentioned, her Instagram page is also recommended for further learning.