What conditions can Ear Candling help with?
Users of Hopi ear candles have reported success in treating balance and inner ear problems, build up of wax, ringing in the ears, tinnitus, hearing difficulties and sinus problems as well as colds, ‘flu, sore throats, stress, headaches and migraines. The treatment is suitable for children and is a good alternative for people who have found syringing uncomfortable. What happens during a treatment? The client remains fully clothed at all times, but may wish to remove jewellery or loosen tight clothing. The client lies on their side on a massage couch, with their head supported on a pillow so that the auditory canal is vertical. The ear candle is inserted into the outer ear canal, and the end that is furthest away from the head is lit. Each candle has a burning time of 10-12 minutes, and is held in place at all times by the therapist. The process is then repeated on the other ear. When the candle is burning, a light suction action is created, and the movement of the flame creates a vibrat
