Not every therapy at Aujaswa ends when you leave the clinic chair. Seed therapy is designed to keep working quietly in the background, long after your session is over — here's how.
What is seed therapy?
Seed therapy involves placing tiny seeds — often from a plant called Vaccaria, though other small seeds may be used — onto specific points on the ear or body, the same points used in acupuncture. The seeds are held in place with a small piece of medical tape, and they stay on for several days at a time, gently pressing on the point whenever you touch or move near it.
It's considered one of the gentlest therapies offered at the clinic, since there's no needle involved at all — just light, continuous pressure on the skin's surface.
How a typical session works
Seed therapy is usually offered as a complement to another treatment, most often acupuncture. After your main session, Dr. Reshika will identify a few additional points — commonly on the outer ear — that may benefit from ongoing stimulation between visits.
The seeds are placed one at a time, each secured with a small strip of tape. The whole process takes only a few minutes and is completely painless. You're given simple instructions on how to gently press the seeds through the day, and how long to leave them on before removing them — typically three to five days, depending on your skin and the area treated.
What it generally feels like
Most people don't notice the seeds at all once they're in place, aside from feeling a small bump if they touch the area. Some people deliberately press on them once or twice a day, as instructed, to extend the stimulation. There's no discomfort, and daily activities — including bathing — are usually unaffected, though it's best to keep the area dry where possible.
General wellness benefits
Because the seeds provide a steady, low-level stimulation over several days, many patients find that the calming or balancing effect of their main treatment session feels more sustained, rather than fading the same evening. It's a popular addition for people who want to extend the benefit of acupuncture between appointments without needing to visit more frequently.
Who tends to use it
Seed therapy suits patients who want a low-effort way to stay engaged with their wellness plan between clinic visits, and those who are curious about acupressure-style therapies but prefer something gentler than needles. It's frequently combined with acupuncture sessions rather than used entirely on its own.