The eustation tubes produce a wax that helps protect the inner ear from bugs, debris and adds insulation. However, some people produce too much of this wax. The best and easiest way to unclog the ear is to do Ear Candling or Ear Coning. The Ear Candle is a hollow cone that is made from linen dipped in paraffin then wrapped around a metal core until hard. One end is very small. This end rests at the opening of the ear. The larger end is lit and the flame produces a smoke that will flow down the Ear Candle and enter the ear canal. The smoke helps to warm the ear wax and soften it, while the vacuum produced from the heat draws the excess wax into the candle.

This is a very safe procedure, and I recommend finding someone trained to perform Ear Candling to do this for you. You can purchase Ear Candles at your local health food store and perform this at home. Precaution: It is a flame and you must use caution. Always have a cup of water to extinguish the candle when it has burned down sufficient amount. Always use a foil wrapped plate to protect your face and hair from the flame of the candle. Inspect the inside of the candle after it has burned down to about 2 inches from the plate (not from your ear).

A trained person can tell you the results of your session. I once had a patient that produced so much wax we had filled up the candle with a light clean wax. She had sleep apnea, and I know she needed to get this wax removed on a regular basis. However, sometimes the ear is blocked or feels that way due to excess fluid from swimming, shower and the like.

One last cautionary comment: Always follow your ear candling with some garlic oil. This will bring a moist oily surface back to the inner ear and adds as an infection prevention.

Warm regards,
Doc Wah

Wanona Wellspring Ceisel