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Chicago, IL 60660
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Continuum Studio - Ear Candling
About Ear Candling
What is ear candling?
Ear candling is a technique that dates back as far as Biblical times, when hollow reeds from swamp areas were utilized as candles to help clear problems in the ear and sinuses. It has been passed down for many generations by the North and South American natives, (especially the Hopi Indians now located in Arizona), as well as the Egyptian, African, Oriental and European cultures. The process had been basically lost for numerous years, but has come back into practice again and is now being used by a wide variety of people.
How does ear candling work?
The burning candle acts like a chimney and draws from the ear. The drawing effect, plus the warmth of the candle relaxes the body, thus giving back to the body the ability to heal itself. Once relaxed, the body starts to function naturally to heal itself, the wax starts to move again, the circulation returns to the whole head area. In the outer ear, we have reflex or pressure points, (the same as in hand and foot reflexology). As we work around the ear area, these reflex points are stimulated by the warmth of the candle and the stimulation of these reflexes can assist in wellness of other areas of the body as well.
Does ear candling hurt?
Absolutely not! There is no discomfort. It is a very relaxing and soothing therapy. Some people nod off to sleep during this treatment.
How long does it take?
It takes about 45 minutes to 1 hour to burn 2-4 candles.
Who should not be candled?
Anyone who has in the last year had any ear, nose, throat or sinus surgery or has had tubes in their ears in the last year. The same holds true of anyone with tumors in the ear, a punctured or bleeding ear drum or any other serious ear conditions.
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