| Ear Candling |

What are Ear Candles? Thermal auricular therapy (ear candling) was practiced by many civilizations, including the Tibetans, Indians, Egyptians and Chinese. The candle itself is a hollow tube made from unbleached organic cotton and 100% pure beeswax and works like a chimney. When the candle is lit at the top, there is a mild suction which will draw out impurities from the ear into the lower section of the candle. The rising air inside the ear then sets up a vibration which will gently massage the ear drum. This helps regulate the pressures involved inside the ear. The effect of this is sometimes experienced by the client as a “lighter feeling” in the ear and head areas. The flow of air creates a circulation of vapor. Warmth of the flow stimulates the circulatory and lymphatic systems and increases immune defense and cleansing. It also stimulates energy and reflex points. While the candle is burning, a pleasant, warm sensation can be felt. This technique is soothing, calming and protects the irritated areas. Ear Candle Treatment may help with: • Vertigo • Sinusitis and rhinitis • Tinnitus • Migraine or Headaches • Wax in the Ears—alternative to syringing • General Hearing Loss • Hayfever, Irritation of Ears • Meniere’s Disease • As a relaxation aid Ear Candle use is contra-indicated where there is: • Acute current infection of the inner ear. • If grommets are in place. • If the eardrum is perforated/absent • Recent ENT surgery—less than 6 weeks previous. • Tumor of the ear/open wounds. |