Bill Pitman
ITEC, AIPTI, TATh, MUSA

 

Cirrus Dobinson
MIPTI
         
   


What is Thermo-Auricular Therapy?
This ancient and natural therapy has been passed down through many centuries and civilisations. It is however through the Native American Hopi tribe and their practice of the ear candle treatment that is has reached the rest of the world.

The candles work on a chimney principle, drawing any impurities to the surface where they may gently be removed. They equalise the pressure in the head and ears thus making them suitable for many conditions. Many people describe this as a relieved, lighter feeling in the head and ears.

A light suction action (chimney effect) of the burning process and the movement of the flame creates a vibration of air in the candle, generating a massage-like effect on the ear drum. In addition, the pressure flow circulates a vapour containing herb extracts inside the ear. This effectively stimulates peripheral blood circulation, thus stimulating the immune system and strengthening the circulation and cleansing of the lymph glands. Secretion flow is gently stimulated and the vapour collects and removes impurities or deposits. Most of these are carried away through the candle (chimney) but some can often be found as deposits in the condensed candle wax residue after removal from the ear. Deposits can commonly work their way to the surface up to 24-48 hours later.

The Candles
Made by Biosun, each ear candle is an all-natural product measuring approx. 20 cm in length, with a burning length of approx. 14cm and a filter at the lower end. The blend of oils and herbs includes Flax (organically grown cotton), Honey, Beeswax, Beta-carotene, Chamomile, Sage, Hypericum and St Johns Wort. All these ingredients when burned provide soothing, antiseptic, analgesic, anti-inflammatory and healing properties.

Biosun candles are free of all chemical, pesticide and fungicide residues and carry the prestigious CE mark (93/42-EEC) for medical devices in Europe. No other ear candles meet this level of certification.

What can Hopi Ear Candling treat?
Irritations or itchy ears, blocked sinus's, catarrh, colds, flu, sore throats, rhinitis/hayfever, headaches/migraines, noises in the ear - Tinnitus, glue ear, excessive ear wax, Meniere's (Vertigo/loss of balance) Labyrinthitus, pressure regulation (flying/driving) and stress management and calming.

Anyone who has a perforated ear drum should not have Hopi Ear Candling. Anyone currently being treated by their GP should check with him before having Hopi or wait until the treatment they are receiving has finished.

Going for a Hopi Ear Candling treatment
A treatment takes approximately 1 hour and can be done seated or lying, with the head turned comfortably and supported so that the ear being treated is facing the ceiling. The unlit candle is then gently placed in the outer ear to ensure the comfort for the client. Once this has been established the candle is removed, lit and then replaced in the ear.

A pleasant, faint crackling or rustling sound will be experienced during this relaxing and enjoyable non-invasive therapy. Children invariably are fascinated by the whole concept and love to give their own description of what they can hear. They very quickly settle and become calmer and more relaxed.

The burning time of each candle varies with each ear and with each individual and the condition being treated. It is usually between 10 and 15 minutes. During this time you will listen to gentle music, which is to aid relaxation and the healing process. After both candles have been burned the treatment is concluded with a gentle face massage especially around the lymph tracts, above and below the ears incorporating pressure points corresponding to other parts of the anatomy

How many treatments will I need?
New clients usually have three treatments in quick succession (within 2 weeks). However they can choose to have a single treatment. After the initial block of three, clients can book single treatments if and when they wish.

Homeopathy for children
Children can have Thermo Auricular Therapy (Hopi Ear Candling).

What will it all cost?
A course of three treatments is £65.00. Single treatments are £25.00 for a first appointment and £20.00 after that.