Hopi Ear Candling, or Thermo Auricular Therapy as it is now becoming known (go figure), can be used to treat many conditions of the ear, nose and throat.
Once lit the candle works by vaporising it's ingredients, causing a convection air flow in the outer chamber of the ear. This in turn creates a mild suction effect which lets the vapours gently massage the eardrum and auditory canal. With the candle in place the outer ear is sealed, the candle acts as a chimney drawing wax and other impurities out.
Ear candling has been in existence for hundreds of years from all parts of the world. Asia, Siberia and North and South America to name just a few.
It was the use of ear candeling by the Hopi Indians of north-east Arizona that gives the treatment it's most common name. The candles were used for their medicinal properties as well as ceremonies and initiations to clear negative energies from the recepient.
The candles are used today as a relaxation treatment and in treating problems relating to the ear.
Hopi Ear Candles can treat
- Compacted ear wax and glue ear
- Headache and migraine
- Sore throat
- Rhinitis and Sinusitis Tinitus
- Catarrh
If you are in doubt about any of these conditions or problems you have with your ear you must consult your GP before attending a treatment.
What does the treatment include?
A short consultation outlining your medical history.
An ear examination.
A lit candle is inserted in the ear and monitored as it burns down (approximately 10 minutes).
The process is repeated with the other ear.
The candles can then be examined for trace elements.
