Is ear candling safe?
While it is considered a more comfortable and painless alternative to medical treatments such as ear surgery and syringing, ear candle treatment does carry risks. Having a lit candle inserted into the ear requires expert handling and supervision in order to avoid potential problems such as a punctured eardrum or burns to the face, hair, […]
Ear candling benefits
Ear candling benefits Ear candling is a holistic treatment – therefore it is not designed to be a specific cure for any particular ailment. However, there are considered to be a number of healing benefits and regular treatment is thought to stimulate and heal parts of the mind and body that extend beyond the immediate […]
What are ear candles used for?
What are ear candles used for? Ear candling is primarily used to treat irritations and pressure in the ear, helping to relieve the discomfort of conditions such as the build-up of earwax, sinus congestion, sore throats, glue ear, rhinitis and tinnitus. It provides a pleasant and safe alternative for people who find traditional medical treatments […]
What are the types of ear candle?
There are several different types of ear candles used in treatment today – each varying in size, shape and content. See below for the most popular types of ear candles: The Hopi ear candle – These are made of the traditional Hopi formula, are cylindrical in shape and around 22cm long. Burning time is about […]
How do ear candles work?
Ear candle treatment begins with long, hollow ‘candles’ which are manufactured using organic cotton and a selection of natural ingredients such as honey extracts, crushed herbs, and beeswax which are impregnated into the lining. The candle is gently placed about a quarter-inch into ear and lit, allowing the flame to pass down the candle’s hollow […]
Ear candling
Ear candling – or thermo-auricular therapy as it is also known – refers to an ancient, non-invasive complementary therapy designed to help treat conditions associated with the ear, nose and throat. It is a technique that involves placing a hollow, cone-shaped tube (or ‘candle’) made of cotton, soaked in beeswax, honey and herbs into the […]
Cupping Benefits
There are many cupping benefits, ranging from relaxation and improved well-being to pain relief. The skin is the body’s largest organ, reflecting imbalances. It stands to reason therefore that therapies that target the skin reap great rewards. The following list of cupping benefits is not exhaustive, but highlights how the therapy can affect you both […]
Types of cupping
There are different types of cupping you can try, each with there own benefits. The type you will have will depend on your personal circumstances and the preferences of your therapist. Different types include the following: Wet cupping The term wet cupping is used when the therapist makes a small incision on the skin after […]
What happens during a cupping therapy session?
To begin you will have a consultation with your therapist. This is when you discuss the concerns you would like to address with the treatment. It is helpful at this stage to inform your therapist of any other treatments you are receiving and any health conditions that may make you unsuitable for this therapy. The […]
An explanation of cupping therapy
The earliest record of cupping therapy was in the Ebers Papyrus – one of the oldest medical textbooks in the world. The textbook describes how ancient Egyptians used the therapy in 1550 BC. The therapy is more commonly associated with ancient Chinese culture however, and is considered a form of traditional Chinese medicine. The term […]