Ear Candling Therapy
Once an age-old remedy, the practice of Ear Candling is now making its resurgence in modern times. This treatment was used in India, China, Tibet, Egypt, Mayan, Aztec and American Indian cultures. Sometimes referred to as Ear Coning, the method used varied considerably but the desired results were always the same. The practice has always been utilized for its ability to cleanse the ear canal, yet it is also believed to have been used as a purification that was to be performed before a meditation retreat due to its quality of clearing the mind and senses.In more recent times Ear Candling is becoming more widely recognized among skilled practitioners. Today’s practitioners of Ear Candling have continued much in the same fashion as has been practiced in the past. Even German Schools of Medicine are now providing Ear Candling as a component in their educational programs. The method remains the same, however the candles that are used today have made drastic and marked improvements in order to meet the ease and comfort of the client as well as meeting the sanitary guidelines as set forth by modern standards of use. In our clinic we use only use Candles that have been approved by the Food & Drug Administration (FDA).
Word Of Caution: Ear Candling Therapy Should Never be performed on oneself under any circumstances. Ear Candling should always be performed by a trained practitioner as there is a considerable risk of injury in the form of burns when otherwise performed on oneself. Ear Candling is a safe and beneficial treatment modality when practiced under these conditions.
The Ear Candling Session
What One Can Expect During & After An Ear Candling Session?
During the Ear Candling session, you will feel the candle being carefully inserted into your ear. You may hear some crackling and popping when the wax is being pulled out. Just relax and enjoy the face and neck massage done during the Ear Candling session. If the person being candled has diminished, or excessive hearing loss to begin with, they may feel more heat during the Ear Candling Session since their sense of touch or feel very well may be keener than an individual with normal level of hearing. If this becomes uncomfortable, the Ear Candler, at your request, will stop the procedure and continue when you feel it is appropriate. After the Ear Candling session, you may feel lightness in your head and noises may seem to be louder. Placing a little Garlic & Mullein Oil on some cotton and inserting it in your ears can relieve this. At the end of the session you may find that your hearing has improved as most likely the blockage of wax is gone.After the session you may also feel warmth or itching in the ears at first. This can be relieved by putting a drop or two of hydrogen peroxide in the ears for a day or two after the candling session, then wipe them out with a cotton swab. The hydrogen peroxide will continue to clean the ears and the itching will stop.
You may also find your sinuses are draining or the drainage has increased. This will relieve the pressure in your sinus area and sinus headaches should decrease as a result. The senses of taste, smell and sight may also be increased.
Twice a year we all have our teeth cleaned to keep our mouths healthy. Why not keep our ears healthy with an Ear Candling session? It is not advisable to have this type of treatment session on a frequent basis. During the course of the treatment the protective coating of wax in the ear is removed, leaving the inner ear sensitive to the external conditions of cold or loud noises. For this reason we advise that an Ear Candling Session only be sought during those times when one feels that the ear canal has become obstructed to some extent by a buildup of wax that is not easily removed by other normal modes of auricular hygiene. In addition to this we recommend that one to gently swath the inside of the ear with Q-tip doused in Garlic and Mullein Oil once every morning and once every evening for the next five to seven days following the Treatment Session as a precautionary measure to the external conditions of cold and loud noises, as this is normally how long it takes for the body to replace this natural protective layer of wax within the ear.
This is an old home folk remedy and no claim is made for any cure of any disease or ailment.
Ear Candling And Why Do People benefit from it
Ear Candling is a safe, gentle method of cleansing the ear canal by means of inserting a hollow “candle”. It removes excessive ear wax (which can impair hearing), yeast, fungus and bacteria build-up from previous ear infections. It has also been known to reduce noise from Tinitus (ringing in the ears). Earaches are often caused by mucous blown into the ear from the Eustachian tube, Ear Candling may often release this fluid pressure and thus relieve the pain associated with it. Candida on the other hand can cause a yeast allergy, which causes itching in the ear. Parasites may also cause problems if allowed to grow in the ear. The warm, moist environment of the ear canal is an ideal breeding place for the rapid growth of many organisms. Ear Candling may help reduce or eliminate many of these symptoms. How does it work?
Ear Candles are made of strips of fabric that are shaped into a cone. They are then dipped in paraffin or beeswax, which allows them to hold the candle shape. The tapered end is inserted into a face guard and the wide end is ignited. When the tapered end starts to smoke, the practitioner gently inserts the candle into the ear until it is properly seated. This “seating” of the candle occurs when the smoke is no longer visible around the ear canal. The warmth of the candle creates a gentle vacuum, which in turn softens the ear wax and begins pulling it and other toxic material out of the ear canal and into the candle. The practitioner will cut open the candles to examine the contents and determine the number of candles to be used.
Contraindications For Ear Candling
- Perforation of eardrum
- Grommets
- Recent ear surgery
- Acute ear infection where there is a temperature
- Allergy to bee products
How To Choose A Ear Candling Practitioner
Firstly look for a Certified Massage Therapist or Bodyworker with additional training for ear candling. Because Ear candling involves touch, be sure to find a practitioner you feel comfortable with. A word-of-mouth recommendation from a friend or coworker may be the best place to start. Having a short phone conversation with the therapist before you go for a visit can help you find out whether you could work together comfortably.
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FAQ - Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
Does it hurt?
ABSOLUTELY NOT! There is virtually no discomfort associated with Ear Candling. Most clients say that it is as relaxing as a massage. Some become so relaxed that they fall asleep.
How long does it take?
Each candle takes approximately 15 minutes to burn. Usually 2 candles are used in each ear. So the average session lasts about 1 ½ hour which includes facial massage.
Who can benefit from Ear Candling?
Ear Candling may benefit all ages, from children to the elderly.
Who should not be candled?
Anyone who has had recent surgery on the ears, nose, throat or sinuses, including the insertion of tubes in the ears that could be dislodged. Also, anyone who seems to be apprehensive after hearing the process should not be candled.
How many candles are used in a session?
Young children generally do well with ½ to 1 candle per ear. Adults generally take no more then 2 candles per ear, unless there is excessive debris. The practitioner may elect to use a 3rd candle, providing the client isn’t feeling any irritation or if the ear canal appears unduly red. If this occurs the process can be repeated within two weeks.
How often can a person be candled?
In cases of chronic ear discomfort, I recommend that a client be candled in about two weeks. Generally, I suggest an individual have their ears cleaned with the change of seasons or as needed due to allergies, swimmer’s ear, etc. Most clients will intuitively know when they feel “clogged” or experience sinus pressure. Also, clients with hearing devises seem to need candling more frequently, perhaps due to the fact that the ear canal is blocked, therefore creating a moist environment that may promote more debris.
How do we know what it is that comes out of a candle?
You will be able to see the wax, which is yellow to yellow brown in color. There will also be a powdery residue from the candle. Approximately 10% is candle residue. Laboratory analysis has shown that residue removed from the ear consisted of earwax, residuals from past infections, fungus, bacteria, yeast/candida, ear mites, worms, parasites and/or hair.
Why isn’t there more written information about Ear Candling?
The process has been lost to common knowledge for many years and only a small but growing number of people know about it. Because it is considered an Old Home Remedy, those people who do know about it probably gained the knowledge as it was passed on from generation to generation. Some doctors do not endorse ear candling because they do not believe in it. Instead, they will wash the ears with syringe-like instrument: which may be very uncomfortable and sometimes painful according to some client’s previous experiences. If they took the residue from an Ear Candling and viewed the material under a microscope, they would see that it is living and active and the same substances that they are attempting to remove. Laboratory analysis has shown that the residue removed by Ear Candling consisted of ear wax, residuals from past infections, fungus, bacteria, yeast/candida, ear mites, worms, parasites and hair etc. Ear Candling is not purported to be a cure-all, but in many cases, it has proven to be a successful and economic alternative.
Does it hurt?
ABSOLUTELY NOT! There is virtually no discomfort associated with Ear Candling. Most clients say that it is as relaxing as a massage. Some become so relaxed that they fall asleep.
How long does it take?
Each candle takes approximately 15 minutes to burn. Usually 2 candles are used in each ear. So the average session lasts about 1 ½ hour which includes facial massage.
Who can benefit from Ear Candling?
Ear Candling may benefit all ages, from children to the elderly.
Who should not be candled?
Anyone who has had recent surgery on the ears, nose, throat or sinuses, including the insertion of tubes in the ears that could be dislodged. Also, anyone who seems to be apprehensive after hearing the process should not be candled.
How many candles are used in a session?
Young children generally do well with ½ to 1 candle per ear. Adults generally take no more then 2 candles per ear, unless there is excessive debris. The practitioner may elect to use a 3rd candle, providing the client isn’t feeling any irritation or if the ear canal appears unduly red. If this occurs the process can be repeated within two weeks.
How often can a person be candled?
In cases of chronic ear discomfort, I recommend that a client be candled in about two weeks. Generally, I suggest an individual have their ears cleaned with the change of seasons or as needed due to allergies, swimmer’s ear, etc. Most clients will intuitively know when they feel “clogged” or experience sinus pressure. Also, clients with hearing devises seem to need candling more frequently, perhaps due to the fact that the ear canal is blocked, therefore creating a moist environment that may promote more debris.
How do we know what it is that comes out of a candle?
You will be able to see the wax, which is yellow to yellow brown in color. There will also be a powdery residue from the candle. Approximately 10% is candle residue. Laboratory analysis has shown that residue removed from the ear consisted of earwax, residuals from past infections, fungus, bacteria, yeast/candida, ear mites, worms, parasites and/or hair.
Why isn’t there more written information about Ear Candling?
The process has been lost to common knowledge for many years and only a small but growing number of people know about it. Because it is considered an Old Home Remedy, those people who do know about it probably gained the knowledge as it was passed on from generation to generation. Some doctors do not endorse ear candling because they do not believe in it. Instead, they will wash the ears with syringe-like instrument: which may be very uncomfortable and sometimes painful according to some client’s previous experiences. If they took the residue from an Ear Candling and viewed the material under a microscope, they would see that it is living and active and the same substances that they are attempting to remove. Laboratory analysis has shown that the residue removed by Ear Candling consisted of ear wax, residuals from past infections, fungus, bacteria, yeast/candida, ear mites, worms, parasites and hair etc. Ear Candling is not purported to be a cure-all, but in many cases, it has proven to be a successful and economic alternative.