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HOPI EAR CANDLES

THERMO-AURICULAR THERAPY (Hopi Ear Candles)

This ancient and natural therapy has been passed down through many centuries and civilisations. We are told that the ancient Greeks, Mediterranean people and South Americans all regularly used the ear candles for cleansing, purifying and healing on a spiritual level.

Much later the amazing efficiency of the candles on a physical level was recorded. 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 word Hopi means, people of peace. The Hopi's were the settled Pueblo Indians of the North American continent and they have lived in harmony with nature and mother earth for centuries. The remaining Hopi people are rapidly gaining respect for their extensive knowledge and great spirituality.

Ear candles have been traditionally used by Shaman healers and ancient wall paintings in the Grand Canyon show their importance to these cultures during rituals and healing ceremonies.

CANDLES

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. Even today each candle is handcrafted and constructed to a traditional formula containing a synergistic blend of herbs and oils. The blend includes Flax (organically grown cotton), Honey, Beeswax, Beta-carotene, Camomile, Sage, Hypericum and St Johns Wort. All these ingredients when burned provide soothing, antiseptic, analgesic, anti-inflammatory and healing properties.

The candles used now are made in Germany by Biosun and are made from the highest quality ingredients and are regularly tested in a laboratory in Germany. They 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.

HOW THEY WORK

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.

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.

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