Thermal Auricular Therapy

Hopi candling is a very safe therapy and its popularity is growing as more people become aware of its positive benefits. Ear candles are an ancient and natural therapy handed down by many civilisations. They were used as far afield as Asia, the Siberian prairies and, most notably, native America. It is believed that the Ancient Greeks used ear candles, initially probably for cleansing, purifying and healing on a spiritual basis, but then, much later, on a purely physical basis. However, the practice reached the modern world via the native North American Hopi Indians. Ear candles were used traditionally by Shaman healers. Ancient wall paintings (such as those found within the caves of the Grand Canyon) show the importance of ear candling in initiation rituals and healing ceremonies of the tribe. How Thermal Auricular Therapy Works The candles and cones used are special spiral shaped, and made from natural ingredients such as beeswax, honey extracts, St John’s Wort, sage and chamomile. Ear candling looks to remove blockages within the ear canal without the need for syringes or solutions but does work better as a preventative, so it is a good idea to have treatments before the ears become to impacted with wax. The spiral shape of the cone causes air to be pulled down into the ear. As it burns, the cone's ingredients turn to vapour and the airflow creates a vibrational effect. Warmth, vibration and vapour massage the ear-canal, breaking down any blockages. Wax, toxins and impurities are then drawn out by suction from the heat and vacuum effect of the burning cone. Benefits of Thermal Auricular Therapy Many conditions can be helped, including: • Glue ear • Sinusitis • Migraine • Tinnitus • Excessive wax • Vertigo • Blocked tear ducts • Cold and flu symptoms • Loss of sense of smell • Lymphatic circulation (can be increased) • Stress • Ear pain • Lack of hearing, or even taste and smell (can be enhanced) • Loss of pressure in the ear (caused by, for example, frequent flying/sports such as driving).