10 ways to prevent ear discomfort during flight Nigerians ' TuesdayMotivation
Whether you are an infrequent or frequent flyer, you are likely to have expressed ear discomfort, either when the plane is taking off or landing.
The ear pain you experience during flight is called airplane ear. It is also known as ear barotrauma, barotitis media or aerotitis media. It is the stress exerted on your eardrum and other middle ear tissues when the air pressure in your middle ear and the air pressure in the environment are out of balance.
You may experience ear discomfort at the beginning of a flight when the plane is climbing or at the end of a flight when the plane is descending. These fast changes in altitude cause air pressure changes and can trigger airplane ear.Yawn and swallow during ascent and descent Yawning and swallowing activate the muscles that open your eustachian tubes. You can lick sweets or chew gum to help you swallow.The valsalva manoeuvre is done by gently blowing your nose while pinching your nostrils and keeping your mouth closed. Repeat several times, especially during descent, to equalise the pressure between your ears and the airplane cabin.If you’re awake during ascents and descents, you can do the necessary self-care techniques when you feel pressure on your ears.
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