Hopi Ear Candles (Thermal Auricular Therapy)
Brief History
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Ear candle therapy has been handed down through many civilisations, and its roots are found in Asia and the Indians of North and South America. There have been ancient wall paintings discovered that show the ear candles being used for cleansing and purification ceremonies . This was carried out to clear the negative energies from the head and aura. Apparently the practice reached the modern world via the Hopi Indians (Hopi translated means 'peaceful ones') The Hopis are renowned for their extensive knowledge of healing and their spiritual lifestyle. The ear candles were used by the shamanic healers and are still made today using the traditional formula.
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The Candles and their benefits
Hopi ear candles are a pleasant and non-invasive treatment of the ears which is used to assist healing in a variety of conditions, such as: colds and flu, compacted ear wax, glue ear, tinnitus, sore throats, snoring, vertigo, catarrh, headaches, sinus congestion, hay fever and rhinitis. The treatment also promotes a variety of psychological benefits, including complete relaxation, reduction of anxiety in times of stress. It also aids concentration and clear thinking and creates balance.
The Biosun candles I use are of an EU standard and a high quality is always assured. They are made of woven organic cotton (free from pesticides) with honey, beeswax, sage, camomile and st. johns wort. The candles each contain a filter which prevents debris from the ear falling back into the ear canal.
There are a few contra-indications which may prevent you from having the treatment, so you should check that none of these apply: recent head or neck injury, perforated ear drum, ear infection, grommets, epilepsy, circulatory disorders, early pregnancy, diabetes, the onset of migraine and dysfunction of the nervous system ? also very high or low blood pressure may be an issue.
The Biosun candles I use are of an EU standard and a high quality is always assured. They are made of woven organic cotton (free from pesticides) with honey, beeswax, sage, camomile and st. johns wort. The candles each contain a filter which prevents debris from the ear falling back into the ear canal.
There are a few contra-indications which may prevent you from having the treatment, so you should check that none of these apply: recent head or neck injury, perforated ear drum, ear infection, grommets, epilepsy, circulatory disorders, early pregnancy, diabetes, the onset of migraine and dysfunction of the nervous system ? also very high or low blood pressure may be an issue.
The Treatment
The sessions lasts around 1 hour and there will be a short medical questionnaire and consultation beforehand. I will ask you to lie on your side on the treatment couch with a blanket over you. The candle will be fitted comfortably into your ear and then taken away to light before re-fitting. The candles create a conventional air flow towards the first section of the ear - this induces a mild suction which allows the vapours gently massage the ear drum and auditory canal. You may experience a pleasant sizzling sound caused by the vaporising of the herbs, honey and beeswax. This warm air creates a vibration of vapour which has a soothing effect on the ear drum and ossicle bones. To complete the treatment and improve circulation and energy flow to the area, I will offer you a relaxing face and head massage, using eucalyptus oil which complements the candle vapours.
Aftercare
After the treatment most clients describe a clearer and lightened feeling in both ears and head, and a feeling of complete relaxation and balance.
You should keep your ears away from water for 24 hours, keep out of cold winds and draughts, drink plenty of water, avoid alcohol and reduce dairy intake for the remainder of the day.
You will notice the benefits after just one treatment but, if needed I can offer you a course of three treatments.
You should keep your ears away from water for 24 hours, keep out of cold winds and draughts, drink plenty of water, avoid alcohol and reduce dairy intake for the remainder of the day.
You will notice the benefits after just one treatment but, if needed I can offer you a course of three treatments.
