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Auricular therapy shows promise for managing migraine pain and reducing attack frequency. Further research is recommended to explore its full potential as a complementary treatment for migraine sufferers.

Keywords:
Auricular acupunctureBattlefield Acupuncture (BFA)Ear/ or Auricular therapyHeadachesMigraineNational Acupuncture Detoxification Association (NADA)

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Area of Science:

  • Neurology
  • Integrative Medicine
  • Pain Management

Background:

  • Migraine is a disabling neurological condition affecting millions globally.
  • Non-pharmacologic therapies offer alternatives for migraine management, especially for those intolerant to or seeking to reduce medication use.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review the literature on auricular therapy for acute or preventive treatment of migraine.
  • To assess the efficacy of auricular therapy in adults with migraine.

Main Methods:

  • Literature search of MEDLINE and ClinicalTrials.gov (2013-2023).
  • Included studies focused on auricular therapy in adults (18+) with migraine.
  • Analyzed three studies using varied auricular techniques (acupuncture needles, semi-permanent needles).

Main Results:

  • Three studies indicated auricular therapy provided benefits for migraine management.
  • Auricular therapy may help abort acute migraine attacks or reduce attack frequency/severity.
  • Specific protocols like Battlefield Acupuncture (BFA) were not utilized in reviewed migraine studies.

Conclusions:

  • Auricular therapy demonstrates potential as an adjunctive treatment for migraine.
  • Further research is warranted to fully establish the role of auricular therapy in migraine care.
  • Auricular therapy may offer a valuable option for individuals seeking complementary migraine treatments.