Ear Aches In Children
Children are very susptable to ear aches. And as a parent, there is nothing worse than having a child hurt and not be able to help them. Ear wax buildup is a leading cause of ear aches and ear infections. It can cause ear ache, acute ear infection, sinus congestion, hearing loss, ear pain, allergies, ringing in the ear, ear itching, tinnitus, or dizziness or vertigo.
Some parents are turning to an old fashion remedy to treat ear wax buildup, ear wax candles. Ear candles, when used properly, will work effectively and gently for ear wax removal.
Ear candling can be dated back to ancient times, and was used by the Chinese, Egyptians, and the Greeks. This is an effective and natural way for cleaning the ear that has been used for centuries. Traditional ear cleaning methods used today normally do not remove what this process can gently remove.
Ear candling is a practice to naturally assist the removal of toxins and clearing ear wax from a person’s ear. This procedure is done by placing one end of a hollow candle in the ear canal while the other end of the candle is lit.
Obviously, this is not something that you will be able to use with very young children, but it can be effective for older children as well as adults. When using this method for removing ear wax, a cone or cylinder of waxed cloth is lit and the other end is placed into the ear. The person normally lies on one side with the ear and candle vertical. Some choose to stick the candle through an aluminum pie plate or paper plate for protection from any hot wax or ash. Some perform this method with the subject sitting up, almost horizontal, and watching for hot wax. Typically the flame is extinguished when it is approximately two inches from the body.
Many who have used ear candling describe clearer sinuses and improved hearing. Some claim the flame creates negative pressure that draws ear wax and debris out of the ear canal.
People report the experience of ear candling as pleasant and relaxing. A session may require the use of one or two candles and may last up to forty five minutes. There is a danger of damage to the ear or burns from ash or hot wax if candles are used without using a filter. So if you are using this method for your children, you need to closely monitor the candle. As with all medicines, keep these items away from your children.

Many people are making this ear cleaning technique a part of their health care program. Today you may use this ancient method for ear wax removal while you lie comfortably on a table and the candle is placed gently into the outer opening of the ear. The ear candle is a custom made cone that is coated with bees wax. This method can remove years of wax build up in just a few candling sittings.
If you choose to use ear candling for ear wax removal make sure you follow the directions carefully. Make sure to follow all safety precautions in order to get the most benefit from this experience.