It is another technique of traditional Chinese medicine, based on reflexology. As in foot reflexology, many reflex points throughout the body are also found on the ear. Through palpation with an awl on the ear, the unbalanced points are found, and in turn the treatment is done by placing needles at the specific point or applying seeds or magnetized metal balls. It is a therapy by itself, and also a very valuable technique to help in the process of recovering health with other treatments.