Aftercare Advice

After Effects of Therapy

Following any treatment you may experience a reaction when your body begins the process of healing itself and eliminating toxins. These reactions are normal and a positive sign that the body has responded well to the treatment and is beginning to heal itself. These side effects should subside in 12-24 hours. The following reactions may occur after treatment:

• Tiredness due to the release of toxins
• More visits to the toilet to get rid of waste and toxins
• Headaches or nausea
• Spots may occur due to released toxins
• Flare up of previously suppressed conditions
• Perspiration/Runny nose – the body excreting waste
• After sports or deep tissue massage some bruising may occur to areas worked due to introducing blood flow back into the area to allow healing and is generally sore

Additional After Effects of Hopi Ear Candling

• Headaches or light headiness due to increased circulation and elimination of toxins
• Increase in mucous from nasal passages
• Changes in sleep pattern – usually improved
• Feeling of fullness in ears. This may lead to temporary reduced hearing. More treatments may be required to loosen the wax before it is expelled naturally

Aftercare advice:

To gain optimum benefit following treatment please follow the aftercare advice:

• Drink plenty of water or substitute tea for herbal tea. 
• Avoid excess tea, coffee and alcohol for the next 12 hours
• Avoid heavy meals for the next few hours
• Cut down on smoking
• Avoid driving immediately after treatment if you feel drowsy
• Make time to relax
• As some oils have been used which may be photosensitive avoid sunbathing/ sun-bed use for 24 hours after. If photosensitive oils have been used you will be advised
• To remove oil from the hair after an Indian Head Massage, apply shampoo to dry hair, rinse and then shampoo as normal

Additional Aftercare Advice for Hopi Ear Candling

• Avoid swimming/bathing for at least 2 days after the treatment
• Avoid cold winds and draughts if possible on the day following treatment
• Never poke the ears with cotton buds or any other instruments
• If you suffer from sinus problems reduce the intake of dairy products, as these can create excess mucous
• Have regular treatments to keep ears free from congestion