WHAT IS THERMO AURICULAR THERAPY

Also known as Hopi Ear Candling, Thermo Auricular Therapy is a wonderfully relaxing and beneficial treatment. It can help with many conditions and problems associated with the ear, nose and throat area.

WHAT ARE EAR CANDLES USED FOR

It can be helpful with:

Excessive or compacted wax in the ears
Pressure regulation in cases of : sinusitis, rhinitis, catarrh, asthma, colds
Headaches / migraine
Relaxing and calming effect in cases of anxiety and stress
Noises in the ears, ringing, tinnitus
Sore throats and hay fever
Stimulation of lymphatic system and metabolism

HOW DO EAR CANDLES WORK

The BioSun® candles used are made from beeswax, honey extracts, sage, St Johns Wort, chamomile, beta-carotene and organically grown flax.

The candles work on a chimney principle, drawing any impurities to the surface where they can be gently removed. They equalise the pressure in the head and ears, making them suitable for most conditions. Secretion flow is gently stimulated and the vapour collects and removes impurities or deposits. Most of these are carried away through the candle "chimney", although some of them can be found in the condensed candle wax residue after removal from the ear, or could even work their way up to the surface 24-48 hours after.

Many people report an immediate release of pressure in their head after just one treatment session, although depending on the condition, a number of sessions may be required to ease an ongoing problem fully.

By using only Biosun® candles I can be sure of consistent quality. Biosun® are the only earcandles that are certified medical products class IIa according to medical device directive 93/42/EEC. This is a higher safety rating than candles that just have the CE mark.

WHAT A TYPICAL TREATMENT SESSION ENTAILS

The session will begin with a consultation to ensure the treatment is appropriate. Lying on your side, the candle will be lit and placed gently but firmly in the ear creating a seal and is held in position throughout the treatment. Heat from the flame creates the mild suction, which helps even the pressure in the sinuses, clearing the whole area in general. As the candle burns the warm herbal vapour circulates around the ear working on the impurities and deposits which are either carried away in the smoke or left condensed in the base. You may experience a fire crackling sound as the candle burns and possibly some popping of the ear. You will also feel a gentle massaging sensation to the ear drum and some heat as the candle burns lower. When the candle has burned it is carefully removed from the ear and extinguished. The entire process is then repeated for the other ear.

The treatment concludes with some facial and auricular massage.

CONTRA INDICATIONS FOR EAR CANDLING

Although anyone can be treated with Hopi Ear Candles, they should not be used in the following conditions:

Any recent head or neck injury
Infection of the ear
Inflammation of the ear
Surgery on the ear within the last 3 months
Perforation of the ear drum
Auricular cysts
Grommets, drains or ventilation tubes fitted
Known allergy to any of the candle contents

A BRIEF HISTORY OF EAR CANDLING

Some people think that this is an ancient and natural therapy handed down by many civilisations. It is believed that the Ancient Greeks used ear candles, initially probably for cleansing, purifying and healing on a spiritual basis, but much later on a purely physical basis. Ear candles were used traditionally by Shaman healers.