An Ancient Remedy
Ear
Candling, also called Ear Coning, is a folk medicine
practice intended to reduce the "toxins" from within a person's
ear by means of a hollow candle placed in the ear. It involves placing
one end of a hollow candle in the outer ear canal and lighting the other
end. Ear Candling is believed to be effective at creating a minor vacuum
and removing impurities from the ear. Some critics claim their use has
resulted in injuries, which of course can be said about the use of just
about any home remedies that are used beyond the application of common
sense.
Ear Candling is used primarily for cleaning the ears, and to promote a
healthy atmosphere in the ears, sinus cavities, and throat. There are,
however, several other benefits. The process can help regulate pressure,
assist with post nasal drip, sinusitis, catarrh, migraines, some forms
of hearing loss, and the restoration of equilibrium.
Some manufacturers of Ear Candles often refer to them as Hopi Ear Candles,
referring to the Hopi Native American nation. There is, however, little
objective evidence that Ear Candling is in fact an established treatment
within Hopi folk medicine. Allegedly, this technique was also used by
the ancient Atlanteans, Egyptians, Mayans, and Tibetans to cleanse the
spiritual and physical body.
PROCEDURE One end of a cylinder or cone of waxed cloth is placed into
the subject's ear, and the other end lighted. Usually the subject is lying
on one side with the treated ear uppermost and the candle vertical, perhaps
stuck through a paper plate or aluminum pie tin to protect against any
hot wax or ash falling down the side. A typical Ear Candling session can
last up to 45 minutes, during which time a series of 1 or 2 ear candles
may be burned for each ear. The experience has been described as being
rather exotic, but pleasant and relaxing. One may hear some crackling
and popping, or feel some heat during the Ear Candling session.
WARNING Ear Candling should not be done to people with medical ear tubes,
perforated ear drums, or artificial ear drums.
BENEFITS The hot air is claimed to melt earwax and create a vacuum that
pulls out toxins from the inner ear and the sinuses. At the end of the
treatment the subject can be shown the accumulated ash and melted wax
inside the candle, which are presented as impurities and even fungus,
drawn out of the ear. Smoke circulating in the ear is sometimes also claimed
to have physically beneficial or even mind-clearing effects.
Critics charge that the claims for Ear Candling are vague and even contradictory,
and that no scientific studies have been done to document the health benefits
of Ear Candling.
Proponents claim significant improvement in their hearing, inner ear pain
relief and a reduction in tinnitus symptoms after several Ear Candling
sessions. It is curious why studies have not been conducted to evaluate
the practice scientifically, since it has been used for hundreds of years.
It is suspected by many that some Ear Candle critics represent special
vested interests with obvious financial motives.
The Ear Candle is an ancient remedy that is innovative and holistic. It has been passed down generation to generation. No one knows precisely where Ear Candles originated. People from all over the world, the ancient Aztecs, Mayans, Egyptians, Chinese, etc., have used Ear Candles.
Please read carefully before proceeding.
Ear Candles are a home health care remedy. Use common sense. Read all instructions and warnings herein. If you do not feel comfortable using Ear Candles - DO NOT use them. If you do not feel secure in using fire around yourself and others - DO NOT use Ear Candles. If you do not know how to use Ear Candles - get assistance from someone who does. See video here.
Do's and Don't's
Never
use Ear Candles without a second person who is able to supervise and/or
assist you.
Use
all cautions that an open fire requires while using an open flame.
Your
will need a glass of water, paper plate, and matches.
Cut
a cross in the center of the paper plate big enough to put a Candle in
it snugly.
The
small end is pressed through the cut in the center of the plate, and sticking
through far enough to be placed gently into the outer canal of the ear.
Lay
on your side, pull all the hair away from the ear, light the Ear Candle
and place the small end of the Ear Candle in your ear and hold gently
between your fingers.
Be
sure you do not squeeze the Ear Candle.
Make
sure the small end is well seated in the ear making a good seal.
Slant
the cone slightly, without breaking the seal.
If
you would like to massage the person you are Ear Candling, massage along
the brow, forehead, cheek bone, jaw bone, the side of the neck and the
back of the neck always toward the ear. Do not move the head around. This
should be a gentle and relaxing experience.
Be
attentive to the person that is being candled.
When
it burns down 7" take the Candle out of the ear and extinguish the
flame in a cup of water or a wet cloth.
Clean
the outside of the ear with your Q-tip, and if you like, place a couple
of drops of Mullein, Garlic or Olive Oil in the ear.
Do
NOT put the Q-tip into the ear.
Contra-Indications
If you do not feel comfortable using Ear Candles - DON'T! If you have any doubts about your own health, and your ability to assist your own healing process - please contact a doctor of your choice.
Do NOT use Ear Candles under any of the following conditions.
Cysts
in the Ear
Perforated
Ear Drums
Tumor
of the Ear
You
are currently under the supervision of a medical doctor for ear problems
You
are allergic to bee stings or honey
Use you own judgment as to what feels normal and how often to use them. A general suggestion is to use them as needed. Many people use at least three candles per ear, per session. STOP if your ears feel uncomfortable.
Click here for instructional video.
Frequently
Asked Questions
Does
Ear Candling hurt?
No,
it should never hurt. It is a very gentle, warm and soothing process.
If pain occurs, STOP!
How
many Ear Candles should I use?
Many
users have the best results with 3 Ear Candles per ear.
How
often should I use Ear Candles?
It
is generally left to one's intuition as to when to use Ear Candles.
Should
I use oils?
Once
again, one should never put anything in one's ear without your doctor's
approval. If oil is used, massage the oil only in the outer opening of
your ear canal. Do not drop oil into the ear.
What
is the powdery residue inside the Ear Candle?
The
powder is a chemical reaction between the cloth and wax. This occurs in
every single Ear Candle. It is not what is in the Ear Candle that is important.
It is how do you feel? Are you more clear? Do you feel more balanced?
Open? Is your child's ear infection gone the next day? Are your sniffles
dissipated? If you have vertigo, do you feel more balanced? Ear Candles
balance the ear, nose and throat energies.
WARNING: Do not use Ear Candles made with inferior paraffin or thick beeswax.
Click here for instructional video.
Resource and Reference Links
Ear
Candles under $1, click here.
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http://www.harmonycone.com/product_retail.asp
http://www.candles.org/elements_wax.html
http://www.harmonycone.com/foodgrade.asp
http://www.santafecandle.com/learn/beeswax/beeswax.htm
http://www.freepatentsonline.com/6599334.html
http://www.astorwax.com/html/astorlite/astCandMk/waxTechno.htm
http://www.emedicine.com/ped/topic2721.htm
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