How Do You Use Tuning Forks For Health?
Tuning forks are traditionally used to establish tone for musical instruments; however, within holistic medicine, tuning forks are believed to bring balance, stress relief and even pain reduction through the use of their sound and vibrations. Tuning forks can also be used in combination with massage and acupuncture to increase these effects. Tests that measure hearing loss also employ this tool, the two most common being the “Rinne Test” and the “Weber Test.” Hold the tuning fork by the handle with the two prongs pointing upward. It is important not to touch the prongs. Tap the tuning fork with a solid object to produce the vibrations. Many tuning fork sets come with a small mallet to perform this task. Perform the first part of the test. Hold the tuning fork against the skull on the bone just behind one ear. Remain there for 10 seconds. Perform the second part of the test. Pull the tuning fork away from the skull and place it just next to the ear. Do not allow the fork to touch the bo
