Shenmen piercing: how long does it take to work?

The Shenmen piercing can be used not only for general wellbeing, but even in the case of headaches, tinnitus and even depression. If you have these problems too, a prior medical examination is important, and then, alongside the recommended treatment, we wholeheartedly recommend this great piercing to you.

But what do you need to know about it? Does it matter which ear it is placed in? Does the piercing hurt? How long does it take for the Shenmen piercing to work? Where can you get this kind of piercing in Budapest? Read our article below and you can get an answer to every question!

What do you need to know about the Shenmen piercing? – Some important information

Traditional Chinese Medicine distinguishes 5 main acupuncture points in the ear, known as NADA points, and of these the best known is the Shenmen point. The word Shenmen means “divine gate”. By stimulating a special point located in the uppermost segment of the auricle, a calm, relaxed state can be achieved, and in addition it may have a positive effect on many other problems, including it can also be used against tinnitus.

In this decade, many doctors take no position on acupuncture or acupressure either, but more and more doctors are beginning to recommend these methods as complementary therapy.

A The Shenmen piercing is placed at the Shenmen point. According to our guests’ accounts, it may be effective not only for improving mood, but they have also experienced positive effects with the following problems:

• depression
• headaches
• joint pain
• long-term stress
• allergy
• sleep problems
• addiction / quitting
• dizziness

A study – the Shenmen point and depression

In a study published in January 2022 the electroacupuncture treatment of the Shenmen and Sanyinjiao points was examined. The ninety participants suffering from insomnia and depression were divided into 3 groups:

· a Shenmen group (30 people)

· a Sanyinjiao group (30 people)

· and a combined group (30 people)

The participants were treated with electroacupuncture for 30 minutes a day, only on the point of the group they belonged to. The study lasted 2 × 5 days, so the patients received treatment continuously for 5 days, then after a break of a few days another 5 days followed.

Before and after the treatment, the Insomnia Severity Index (ISI), the anxiety scale (SAS) value and the depression scale (SDS) scores were assessed, and the serum levels of dopamine (DA) and noradrenaline (NE) in the blood were measured.

Based on the results, it was shown that the results of all three scales decreased by the end of the treatments in all three groups, but stimulation of the Shenmen point played an outstanding role in relieving anxiety and depression.

And how long does it take for the Shenmen piercing to work? We will come to that shortly too!

Does it matter which ear the Shenmen piercing is placed in?

The location of the Shenmen piercing matters if you want to have your ear pierced because of headache complaints. In that case, it is worth placing the piercing on the side where the headache usually appears.

Otherwise, it does not matter whether the Shenmen point of the right or the left ear is pierced.

How much does placing a Shenmen piercing hurt?

Since the insertion of the piercing follows a preliminary location, the piercing itself happens very quickly, and at most you may experience an unpleasant feeling similar to an insect bite, which passes almost immediately after the medical-grade metal is inserted.

However, this brief, unpleasant moment is soon forgotten once you experience the positive effects of the Shenmen piercing.

How long does it take for the Shenmen piercing to work?

A significant proportion of our guests, 93% of them, reported that the piercing had a positive effect on them, and they were happy to share this with us.

Those who struggled with serious complaints reported that, as a result of the Shenmen piercing, the frequency and intensity of their symptoms decreased. According to our guests who reported mild complaints, these stopped almost immediately after the piercing was placed.

Where can I get a Shenmen piercing in Budapest?

If you are curious how long it takes for the Shenmen piercing to work for you, and you would like to do something about your problem with an alternative method as soon as possible, you can do so in a trustworthy environment at the Medical Piercing studio! The studio in central Budapest , and here is what you need to know about it:

• Address: Újpest rakpart 7. 5/25.
• Nearest landmark: Jászai Mari tér
• Parking: available on the embankment
• By public transport: tram 4 or 6, or trolleybus 76

Curious about the Shenmen piercing? Try the wellbeing body jewellery! We look forward to welcoming you in our Budapest studio!