Ear Candling – What Is It?

Ear Candles, or Thermo Auricular Therapy, is an ancient and natural therapy handed down by many civilisations.  However, it is said that the practice reached the modern world via the native American Hopi Indians of North Arizona.

The healing properties of the candle has its foundations in two primary physical actions.  Firstly, the slight under pressure (chimney effect) inside the candle and the vibration of the rising air column serve to gently massage the ear and promote secretion in the frontal and paranasal sinuses.  This has an immediate effect of regulating ear pressure.  Secondly, the locally applied warmth stimulates the immune system and reinforces the flow of lymph.  The vapour collects and removes impurities or deposits.