Auricular Point Acupressure Therapy: A Safe and Effective Treatment for Postsurgical Abortion Recovery

Abstract

Infections, vaginal bleeding, and menstrual irregularities are common complications following abortion procedures, which significantly impact the quality of life for patients. Clinical treatments, such as antibiotics to prevent infection and nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) for pain relief, can alleviate symptoms and reduce the occurrence of complications. Auricular point acupressure therapy involves the application of round, firm, and smooth herbal seeds to specific auricular acupoints (reaction areas), which are then massaged to promote blood circulation, regulate autonomic nervous function and hormone levels, and restore hormonal balance in the body. The proposed approach in this article combines auricular point acupressure with conventional treatments to facilitate post-abortion recovery. Research results indicate that auricular point acupressure therapy effectively improves adverse reactions after abortion, establishes a regular menstrual cycle, and promotes the restoration of reproductive function. Overall, this is a safe, simple, effective, and cost-efficient alternative method that healthcare professionals can easily administer under appropriate guidance, or patients can manage themselves, providing a potential solution for alleviating discomfort following abortion procedures.