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Ear Candle Therapy

 

Ear candles are an ancient, mild and natural therapy and have been used by the Native American Indian for many years.   The Hopi nation is renowned for their extensive knowledge of healing and their spiritual lifestyle. The translation of the word Hopi means "peaceful ones".

The healing properties of which have been known to the Hopi tribe for hundreds of years. The making of the candles is a complex process and all genuine Hopi candles are made in the traditional manner. The Hopi candle is not a candle as such, but a hollow tube made out of cotton flax.  To stiffen the flax, they are impregnated with extract of honey and herb oils (in particular chamomile, sage and St John's Wort).

The Treatment

The candle is placed over the ear orifice and ignited. It is only allowed to burn to within 4 inches of the end of the candle. As it burns it produces a gentle local heat.  The warm air combined with the oil and herbs soften the wax and draw it into the base of the candle. The candle is then removed and the ear and surrounding area is then massaged.  The treatment is repeated on the other ear and then a complete facial massage is carried out, paying particular attention to the sinus areas.

Ear Candling can help with the following conditions:

  • Rhinitis
  • Earwax
  • Earache
  • Sinusitis
  • Headaches and migraines

It is not suitable for those with perforated eardrums.

Link to Thermal Auricular Therapy Course  http://www.shambhala-therapy-centre.co.uk/holisticcourses.htm 

 

 

 

 

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