Now we all know that stop smoking treatments aren't as simple as they sound, but there is one thing that is common and that is using the NADA addiction treatment protocol. Now this was briefly touched on during my training, but I'm sure there were a few things that I've forgotten.
Now I know that the 5 points used in the ear are sympathetic, shen men, kidney, liver, and lung.
Here's where my question gets complicated.
For stop smoking protocols there is an additional point that is used called the 'stop smoking point' located on the wrist at the apex of the edge of the radius (close to LU7). Generally points to support the lung energy, such as LU1 and LU9, are used as well, along with any other body points specific to the person's imbalances presented.
Are there any other points specifically used in stop smoking treatments that I'm missing out? Also is there a special treatment setup that you're supposed to follow ie: once a week, twice a week, every other day? Should ear seeds be used all the time? or even Dermal needles?
I've told my patients that they have to want to stop smoking or else it won't work. The acupuncture is to help them work through the cravings so they cut back on the number of cigarettes they smoke and eventually don't smoke at all. But if they continue to give into the cravings and smoke, it won't work.
There are other factors involved too - habitual smoking, associated smoking, stress levels, mental/ emotional triggers - all of which need to be addressed to get over the whole "I want/ need a cigarette" thing.
So apart from the NADA points and stop smoking point, and supportive points to a person's specific imbalances, is there any particular points that are supposed to be used in a stop smoking protocol?
I've been unsuccessful with the last two patients, and I'm working on a third and hoping it doesn't turn out that way either. Help! Suggestions?
