Hopi Ear Candling
A relaxing treatment to aid with a pressure buildup in one or both ears and sinuses
What is Ear Candling?
Benefits of Ear Candling
Risks Factors
What to Expect
What is a Ear Candling
A Hopi ear candle is not a normal wax candle, rather a cotton tube, impregnated with beeswax, honey and therapeutic oils. The candle is inserted into the ear. The candle is used to relieve pressure in the head and sinuses and to draw out impurities in the ear.
Benefits of Ear Candling
Hopi Ear Candles are designed can help conditions affecting the head and ears such as sinus congestion, ear noises and excessive earwax.
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The rising air through the column of the candle and gentle natural movement of the flame serve to gently massage the ear drum. This has an immediate subjective effect of regulating ear pressure. Users often describe a soothing, light sensation in the ear/head area and a general calming, relaxing effect.
It can be used by people with:
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Sinus Problems
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Colds & Flu
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Excessive Ear Wax
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Hay Fever
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Headaches / Migraines
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Ear Irritations
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Tinnitus
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Vertigo / Labyrinthitis / Meniere’s Disease
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Snoring
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Stress
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Unequal Pressure in the ear resulting from Flying or Diving
Many people report an enhanced sense of smell and hearing which might take a few minutes to adjust to.
Risk Factors
Hopi ear candles should not be used if there is any inflammation or infection in the ear and are not suitable for people who have had recent ear surgery or those with ear grommets or tubes, perforated ear drums or allergies to any of the products in the candle.
What to Expect
This treatment can be carried out in normal clothing
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We will have a chat with you asking you some questions to ensure you get the most of the treatment and that there is no reason why we should not carry out the treatment.
You will be asked to remove earrings and hearing aids if applicable and then lie on your side. A sheet/ blanket will be placed over you to keep you warm if required and the couch is can also be warmed if needed.
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A cloth will be added around the ear for protection and the candle inserted into the ear. Once you are happy with the feeling the candle will be removed to be lit and then returned to the ear
The candle will burn down and when it has reached the end mark it will be extinguished and removed from your ear
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You will then be asked to turn over and the process will be repeated with the other ear.
Once both ears are completed then you will be asked to lie on your back and you will then be treated to a relaxing face and scalp massage.
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