Head: Dr. med. Richard Musil

In recent years acupuncture has become increasingly integrated into multimodal treatment approaches for psychiatric disorders. In particular ear acupuncture according to the National Acupuncture Detoxification Association (NADA) protocol, which was first used in addiction disorders, is being offered more frequently on general psychiatric and psychotherapeutic wards. This type of acupuncture is also now very often used in acute stress reactions and post-traumatic stress disorder.

Besides the NADA-protocol, the scientific evidence for body acupuncture in various psychiatric disorders is steadily growing.

Our working group studies the possibilities for implementing ear acupuncture according to the NADA protocol and its effectiveness in different areas. We also develop new treatment strategies by applying palpation-based acupuncture in primarily trauma-related disorders.  

Main areas of interest

• NADA protocol in different settings
• Palpation-based acupuncture
• Acupuncture-based exposition
• Acupuncture in trauma-related disorders