Posted on 12/11/2006 11:04:03 AM PST by the_devils_advocate_666
Crash diets, plastic surgery, "miracle pills" and extreme workouts are the most common ways to shed off those extra pounds.
However, a new fad is gaining popularity and due to its price and supposed success, it is sweeping the nation one ear at a time.
Those who perform the acupuncture ear stapling procedure claim that by inserting a tiny, surgical staple into the ear, it will trigger certain pressure points that may curb appetites, reduce stress, relieve pain, and may even help one to quit smoking.
"I must admit, I was a little skeptical at first considering all the gimmicks that are out there. But once I had it done I couldn't believe it," says mother of two, Judy Kramer, 34, of Pittsburgh. Kramer explained how the staple helped her lose 15 pounds in two months.
For centuries, acupuncture has been a technique used by many to help certain symptoms. However, the process of traditional acupuncture, which places tiny needles along the body targeting pressure points, requires many visitations and can be very costly.
"With the 'Acu-staple,' it is a semi-permanent form of acupuncture which really increases its capabilities and maximizes your results," says certified ear-stapler and RN, Cindy Pace from Pittsburgh. According to Pace, the average price of this not-so-tedious procedure ranges from $60-$80, which generally includes both ears.
If one decides to take part in this new trend of ear stapling, the side effects and precautions are limited to but include infection and perhaps inability to work.
According to Acu-staple.com, auriculotherapy or ear puncture utilizes the body's micro system of the ear to treat the body. It has been scientifically shown that different points in the ear demonstrate higher electrical conductivity which will, in turn, increase energy to an area of imbalance and will potentially result in improvement in the physical as well as energetic state of the body.
Trevor Jarvis, 21, a Pittsburgh resident who received the procedure, said the feeling that overcomes the recipient is unexplainable. "I can't really describe it, but you feel a lot better about yourself and it looks pretty cool too," he said.
The centimeter or so staple is hardly noticeable in one's ear, but Jarvis says that many people ask him if it is some type of industrial piercing.
Results should be noticeable within seven to 10 days and most "staplers" offer free removal or free readjustment in case the staple isn't hitting the desired pressure points.
They're right! I saw that and now I don't want to eat!.........
New?????? I first heard about this in the 70s.
Just staple the pie hole shut
Heck, I remember that from 25 years ago. It didn't work then either.
Not new. I knew someone who had this done 30 years ago.
BTB, wasn't somebody hocking ear clips for the same thing a few years back?
I had one of those many years ago to quit smoking. Didn't work for me but it sure did hurt.
I couldn't hear back in the 70's..................
I just checked this idiot dog my daughter brought home and sure enough, his staples have fallen out - by now his brain must be somewhere around his ankles.
You too? I thought I'd heard about this before.
Staple your butt to one of these things for 45 minutes a day. It will work a lot better.
Sorry about the private reply, fat fingers....
LOL!
People will pay cash money for ANYTHING, as long as it's the easy way out.
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