The discovery of Auricular Implantology: origin, clinical experiences, and results of early studies

This essay, written by Dr. Ulrich Werth, documents the evolution and fortuitous discovery of the implant acupuncture technique (Auricular Implantology) in 1998, starting from a case of trigeminal neuralgia. The report summarizes the initial clinical experiences up to 2003, highlighting the potential of the permanent needle to generate a continuous healing effect without side effects. Furthermore, it offers a brief overview of the first results from clinical studies in the treatment of Parkinson’s disease, as well as other indications successfully treated with Auricular Implantology.