Amulets and talismans are basically power objects. In others words they are inanimate objects imbued with the force, the power of their holder or holders. Any object can be charged to be a power object, but it gets a little bit complicated, as with anything, one gets attached to their power objects, their toys, and in the end it is kind of hard to let go and become self-reliant again. Power objects have in many cases been a source of strife among their holders, or those who have attempted to become their holders. One example is regalia, crowns and scepters that go together with the highest titles. The can be rightfully considered power objects and it is likely that initially their function wasn't to be a stale symbol of power and affluence, it was to gather or disperse energies - to hold the Gathering of Ministers such as the Duma or Parliament in control, and also protect their holder and his off-spring.
Humans have been creating amulets probably for as long as they have been around, and it may be that that it is only a left over of a much more civilized culture that REALLY knew how to connect and use them, but I don't know much about that. But Carlos in his works have mentioned them many times and it makes sense to me. So, just think about the following scenario. At the time when a metal (say iron) axe is a rarity and has a cost of a horse, you find such an axe, which automatically elevates you in status first of all, can you handle that? If you can, and you successfully fought off the unwanted elements, then you can use it. You chop wood, skin with it, perhaps kill the enemy, and it starts to take up a very special place in your life. You hang it right by you on the wall of your dwelling, you always carry it around, take it to the religious festivities, show it off to your friends. Finally you can't live without it! It has by that point become a sort an amulet of your success by the virtue of how you found it and how you have used it. I am trying to say more than that though. An amulet is something to which you consciously feed energy. In other words you do a sort of energy work with it which similar to the energy work performed with precious and semiprecious stones. From what I see the people who work with stones develop very strong attachments to them. Like a dear friend, they comfort you. However, they do ask something in return - that something is your attention.
However, an amulet doesn't have to be a rock. It could be anything to which you feed energy. A piece of jewelry perhaps, a weapon, or a pipe. Wood is a nice material, in certain cases glass. Any of these are good and have a potential of becoming an important sources of power and balance for their possessor. But be ready to let go. As when you put all your knowledge and experience into one object, when it breaks you will think that all your knowledge is now gone. Primitive and wasteful.
So, with the time passing, try to be more self-reliant, and not worry too much about objects. Be generous and give them away if you think that they want to go and join someone else.
In regards to their use in healing, they are indeed very useful. A rock can be placed around or on the body for an effect of warding of, attracting, redirecting, blocking, circulating or what have you, the energy. In every case, I strongly suggest to be ready and connected, and the deeper your knowledge of the object that you are using, the better. After all, you want to be in charge of the session.
There is also exist a practice of inscribing the objects with the runes, or a prayer to increase its power and effect. That is I think up to you, if you think that that can assist the healing process. But it is good to know what you are putting on it, and with which purpose. An incantation protects; so does the smoke, that may be sufficient in some cases, in others may not. Use your imagination and always be connected to Protectors.
In my opinion power objects should come to their holders on their own volition. They can be bought as indeed it would be a fair transaction to purchase something that is being sold. That said, I think the really really good stuff should be given as a gift. I am not being conceited, just telling you that there is nothing like just giving something to someone who truly deserves it.
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