5 NP Ear Acupuncture and Mental Health Providers 5NP (Five Needle Protocol) , also known as the Acudetox , is a simple ear acupuncture protocol using five points on each ear. It was originally developed to support people with addiction and trauma, but it’s now widely used as an adjunctive tool in mental health and wellness settings. Here’s how 5NP can help you better treat your patients : 1. Regulates the Nervous System Stimulates the parasympathetic (calming) response, helpi