Hopi Ear Candle Treatment

This is an ancient Indian relaxation ceremony for calming the mind, soothing the head and ears and relieving pressure in the sinuses. The ear candles induce a revitalising heat upon the head and ears, and are used to treat a variety of conditions. Although this therapy may have its origins in Ancient Greece, it was the Hopi Indians of North Arizona whose “medicine men” used this ceremony as part of their Shamanic rituals. This evidence has been gathered from rock paintings at various sites in North and South America. Through collaboration with western therapists Hopi ear candling is re-establishing its popularity as a non-invasive treatment with a variety of benefits.

How does it work?

A light suction action (chimney effect) is created when the candle is lit, and the movement of the flame creates air vibration within the candle, generating a massage-like effect on the ear-drum. This movement draws impurities to the surface where they can be gently removed. It also has an effect of regulating and balancing ear pressure in the ears, forehead and sinuses. The locally applied warmth from the flame dilates blood vessels and increases lymph flow. This can be helpful in alleviating the symptoms of blocked nasal and aural passages.

Although it may seem an odd experience to have a lit candle in your ear, it really is very pleasant and soothing. Perhaps because hearing is temporarily dampened during treatment, the absence of outside stimulus induces a feeling of peaceful sedation, and the sound of the candle crackling and hissing gently in the ear can be quite hypnotic!
Most people find the whole experience very relaxing and many fall asleep during the treatment.
Afterwards you may find your hearing and sense of smell is enhanced.

Hopi Ear Candling can be used to treat the following conditions:

Excessive or compacted wax in the ears
Irritation in ears and sinuses
Sinusitis / rhinitis / glue ear / colds / flu / headaches / migraine
Hearing impairment
Stress and anxiety
Noises in the ears, ringing, tinnitus

Contra-indications

It is not advisable to use Hopi candles :

If grommets are in place
If there is a perforated eardrum
If there is inflammation or infection
If there is an allergic reaction to the candles

We do not recommend that you carry out the treatment by yourself. Find yourself a qualified practitioner who can give you health advice if necessary to improve your condition.

Increasing numbers of people in our culture have enjoyed and benefited from the pleasant effects of this age-old ceremony.

Appointments available at both Menai Bridge and Deganwy Quay

Therapists

Franki Griffiths

developed her lifelong interest in complementary therapies when, after completing her bachelor's degree, she managed a health retail operation in Manchester. Franki qualified in reflexology and remedial massage in 1991 and, whilst running a successful practice in Altrincham, added several other therapies to her repertoire before joining the LEAF team in 2001. She has had prior experience in office management and has an NVQ in staff training and development. Originally employed as manager of the LEAF Health Club in Colwyn Bay, Franki now oversees operational aspects of LEAF Ltd