And so, ear seeding makes sense within Novak Djokovic’s own considered, well-studied wellness and health philosophy; designed for optimum fitness, strength, recovery, and longevity. He follows a gluten- and dairy-free diet, and practices breathwork, yoga, intermittent fasting, sauna-ing and ice baths. He’s even talked about hugging trees as a grounding practice. Djokovic also serves as the global wellness advisor for the ultra-luxury hotel brand Aman, curating wellness and recovery programs for Aman’s resorts based on his own practices.
Another major benefit of acupressure for international tennis players? It can be used on the go, by yourself: whether that’s with ear seeding, or acupressure massage rings and acupressure mat.
Novak Djokovic at Wimbledon in 2023 wearing a nanotechnology patch that combines acupressure and light therapy.
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The 24-time Grand Slam champion is no stranger to bringing his wellness sensibilities to the tennis court, either. In the 2023 Wimbledon tournament, he wore a a small disc on his chest: a Taopatch. It’s described by the company as a “human upgrade device” that combines acupressure with light therapy and nanotechnology. One study found that the patch helped users with posture, helps to eliminate pain, reduce stress, and aids focus.
It’s a complementary practice that works alongside conventional care, so while Djokovic was defeated at Wimbledon, expect to see him back on the clay or grass soon with that minimalist gold stack in his ears, fighting fit.
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