ACC Auriculotherapy and Microsystems 2 — Questions and Answers
Question 1: Which auricular microsystem point is most commonly used for addiction and substance abuse treatment?
- Shen Men (Correct answer)
- Sympathetic
- Zero point
- Thalamus point
Correct answer: Shen Men
Shen Men (Spirit Gate) is the primary auricular point used in addiction protocols, including the NADA 5-point protocol.
Question 2: In the NADA auricular acupuncture protocol, which of the following is NOT one of the five standard points?
- Lung
- Liver
- Spleen (Correct answer)
- Kidney
Correct answer: Spleen
The NADA 5-point protocol includes Sympathetic, Shen Men, Kidney, Liver, and Lung — Spleen is not included.
Question 3: The auricular representation of the musculoskeletal system is primarily concentrated in which region of the ear?
- Antihelix and its crura (Correct answer)
- Earlobe
- Tragus
- Cymba conchae
Correct answer: Antihelix and its crura
The antihelix and its crura (superior and inferior) represent the spine and extremities in auricular microsystem mapping.
Question 4: Which technique is used to detect active auricular points before needling?
- Point detector/ohmmeter (Correct answer)
- Infrared thermography
- Ultrasound imaging
- Muscle testing only
Correct answer: Point detector/ohmmeter
An electrical point detector or ohmmeter measures decreased skin resistance at active auricular points, aiding in precise point location.
Question 5: In Nogier's auricular map, where is the representation of the cervical spine located?
- Antihelix at the level of the Darwin's tubercle
- Superior antihelix crus
- Inferior antihelix crus
- Base of the antihelix nearest to the antitragus (Correct answer)
Correct answer: Base of the antihelix nearest to the antitragus
The cervical spine is mapped at the base of the antihelix closest to the antitragus, with thoracic and lumbar regions ascending superiorly.
Question 6: Which auricular point is considered the 'master point' for the autonomic nervous system and is used to balance sympathetic and parasympathetic activity?
- Sympathetic point (Correct answer)
- Shen Men
- Zero point
- Point Zero
Correct answer: Sympathetic point
The Sympathetic point on the inferior antihelix crus regulates autonomic nervous system balance and is used for internal organ disorders.
Question 7: Auricular seeds or pellets used for sustained stimulation between appointments are most commonly made of which material?
- Vaccaria seeds or metal beads (Correct answer)
- Glass beads
- Ceramic pellets
- Silicone spheres
Correct answer: Vaccaria seeds or metal beads
Vaccaria (cowherb) seeds and small metal (often gold or silver) beads are the most commonly used materials for auricular press pellet therapy.
ACC Auriculotherapy and Microsystems 2
Which auricular microsystem point is most commonly used for addiction and substance abuse treatment?