Hopi Ear Candling
Introduction
Hopi Ear Candling or Thermal-Auricular Therapy is a complementary Therapy that aims to help symptoms associated with the ear, nose and throat.
The treatment involves placing a hollow, cone shaped tube (candle) inside the ear canal before setting the top of the candle on fire. The candle is made from cotton, soaked in beeswax, honey and herbs.
The ear is then stimulated and believed to facilitate the removal of excess wax and impurities by a gentle suction caused by the combination of warm and cold air moving through the hollow centre.
The spiral shape of the candle causes the air to be pulled down into the ear and as it burns the candle ingredients turn into vapour and the air flow creates a vibration effect.
Warmth, vibration and vapour massage to the ear canal breaks down any blockages and loosens the ear wax to allow it to come out naturally.
The treatment I finished with some Facial Reflexology / pressure point massage.
Ear Candling can promote deep relaxation and helps to relieve and reducing stress and being in a calm state can help the immune system to function better.
Hopi Ear Candling can be used to improve:
- Sinusitis
- Stress related symptoms
- Build-up of ear wax
- Revitalisation for certain hearing impairments
- Pressure regulation
- Headaches
- Migraines
- Rhinitis
- Hay Fever (Allergic Rhinitis)
- Tinnitus
- Meniere’s disease
- Glue Ear (Otitis Media)