Hopi ear plugs are a great alternative to supplement sinusitis and other congestion problems such as rhinitis, flu, headaches, tinnitus and even vertigo.
This type of candle is a kind of straw made from cotton, beeswax, chamomile and sage, which is placed in the ear and lights. Because it is long and narrow, the candle works like a chimney that draws impurities and wax from the inside of the ear and imparts a light massage to the eardrum, relieving pressure and discomfort in the ears and congested nasal passages, acting as anti-inflammatory and antibiotic.
In addition, this type of therapy can also be done to prevent the onset of new seizures of sinusitis, as it stimulates blood circulation, which ultimately strengthens the immune system on site and lymphatic drainage.
Price and where to buy
Hopi candles have a price that can vary between 30 and 120 reais for a kit with 10 candles, and the value can vary according to the selected brand and the place of purchase. This type of candle can be found in some natural products stores and online stores, also called the Hindu or Chinese cone.
In addition, there are clinics and natural therapy centers that treat with this type of candles, but their price may vary depending on the problem being treated and the number of sessions required.
Main benefits
Although not scientifically proven, the use of Hopi candles can have several benefits such as:
- Clean wax and other impurities from the ear;
- Relieve pressure within the ear;
- Improve concentration and relieve mental fatigue;
- Improve the senses like smell, sight and taste;
- Reduce the occurrence of seizures of sinusitis, rhinitis and respiratory allergies;
- Reduces feeling of dizziness and dizziness;
- Help relax and relieve stress.
These benefits are related to how the candle works and its anti-inflammatory and antibiotic properties.
In the case of chronic problems, such as sinusitis or rhinitis, for example, it may take up to 3 sessions, spaced between 7 and 10 days, to notice the differences.
How to use the Hopi sail
Each treatment session with the Hopi candle takes about 30 to 40 minutes, ie 15 minutes for each ear. Ideally, one should do the treatment in a clinic; however, it can also be done at home with the help of a friend or relative.
First, it is recommended to cut the thinner end of the candle so that the opening is slightly larger than the width of the ear canal. Then use a small sheet of paper with a hole in the center and pass the candle in the middle, so that the ashes fall on the sheet when it is burning.
Finally, lie down on the side and place the thinner tip into the ear canal and then light the thicker tip. To ensure that the candle is positioned correctly, no smoke should flow through the ear. To ensure the best effect, the candle should burn for 15 minutes in each ear, and the flame should be extinguished in a bowl of water between each ear and at the end of the procedure.
Who should not use
Hopi candle is a type of natural treatment with few risks, however, it is contraindicated for people with ear infections, tympanic perforation, auricular cysts, beeswax allergy or epilepsy. In addition, it should also be avoided if there is a history of surgery to the ear in the last 3 months.
