Brrrrr it’s a chilly day again.  I have picked up someone’s cold and feeling a little sorry for myself.  With that thought it brings me to beautiful Hopi Ear Candling, taking the pressure and strain from my head, throat and ears - what a wonderful soothing treatment.  Well I better tell you more!!

HOPI EAR CANDLING

This is an ancient and natural therapy handed down by many civilisations.  It is believed that the Ancient Greeks used ear candles, initially for cleansing, purifying and healing on a spiritual basis, but much later on a purely physical basis.  The practice reached the modern world via Native American Hopi Indians of North Arizona.  Ear candles were used traditionally by Shamen healers.  Ancient wall paintings show their importance in initiation rituals and healing ceremonies of the tribe.  The candles are still made today on the basis of the old traditional formula originating from the Hopi Indians.

Hopi Ear Candling can help relieve the symptoms of headaches and migraine, hay fever, colds, sore throats, tinnitus, rhinitis, glue ear, sinusitis, balance problems, swimmers ear, ear itching, pre- and post-flying, catarrh, compacted ear wax.  Calming and relaxing - so wonderful for stress.

Some Ear Conditions

As our ears are connected to the nose and throat, Hopi ear candles can be helpful with the relief of many of the symptoms we encounter with these organs.

Below are some examples of ear conditions:

Sinusitis – is an inflammation of the sinuses.  Acute symptoms are conditions which develop and subside quickly.  Chronic symptoms are long term conditions.  Generally the most common ailment associated with sinusitis is the common cold. Others symptoms can develop such as headache, pain, pressure especially when bending or lying down and the area can be very tender.

Otitis Media -  this is more common in children and is a collection of fluid in the middle ear, also known as “Glue Ear”.  The ear fills with sticky fluid and this causes hearing impairment in children under the age of eight.  If this tube becomes blocked, generally through infection, the middle ear will fill up with fluid causing chronic Otitis Media.  The insertion of grommets will allow the circulation of air.  Grommets will fall out of their own accord, after which a monthly treatment would be very beneficial.

Hay Fever and Rhinitis – these are allergies and cause inflammation to the membrane lining of the nose and throat.  These conditions generally occur in the spring and summer, however some allergies are associated with other conditions such as asthma.  Generally the symptoms are running eyes, blocked nose, itching eyes, headaches and sneezing.

Tinnitus (ringing in the ear) – ringing, buzzing or other sounds can be heard in one ear or both.  Hopi ear candles help relax the client but can also temporarily change the noise, which is quiet welcoming.

Tension Headaches -  Hopi can help this condition as tension headaches are generally associated with stress.  The gentle and calming influence of the treatment will prove very beneficial.

Blockage of Wax – this condition causes a feeling of fullness in the ear and can cause irritation.  Ear wax is produced by the glands in the ear canal to protect against foreign objects and to keep the area clean and moist.  Regular treatments will help prevent a build-up of wax.  People who work in noisy environments, or wear ear plugs, will find wax builds up quicker than normal.

Principles of Ear Candling

Ear Candling in a non-invasive treatment.  The treatment begins by applying pressure points to the face, without the use of oil.  This starts the procedure of relaxation and stimulation to the sinuses. 

The client lies on their side.  The candle will be lit and placed gently into the auditory canal, causing a seal.  As the treatment begins the client may experience crackling or hissing noises as the candle starts to burn down.  This generally takes about ten minutes for each ear.  The experience is so relaxing that the client often drifts off to sleep.

As the candles burn they cause a suction effect, like a chimney, simulating a gentle massage to the ear drum.  A feeling of warmth is sometimes felt, soothing and relaxing the area.  The last part of the candle helps balance the fluid of the inner ear.

Once the candles have been removed the client lies on their back and a relaxing facial massage is applied.  This aids deeper relaxation and helps to clear the sinuses. Pressure point work and drainage stimulates the circulation which helps blood flow in and out of the area and assists with lymphatic drainage.

More pressure points and drainage moves are applied with the use of oil.  If preferred, a gentle head massage can be performed to finish the treatment.

This treatment is totally holistic, working on the physical and spiritual levels, clearing negative energies and so leaving the client feeling refreshed, renewed, energised and clear of the cotton wool feeling in the head.

Well I must get cracking and have a beautiful treatment. 

As a therapist why not add it to your list of therapies, the course is over one and half days, carries 17 CPD points, includes 12 case studies for completion and the cost is just £150.

For further details on this and other courses see our website at Como.

Hope to see you all again soon,
Love and Reiki blessings

Gill