How Do You Avoid Painful Ear Popping On A Plane?
Air travel is often associated with painful ear popping due to changes in air pressure and altitude. The discomfort is caused by swelling of your eustachian tubes. While you can’t avoid the changing air pressure, there are a few steps you can take to make it more tolerable. Ask the pharmacist to recommend an ear plug specifically designed for flying. There is an assortment on the market for this purpose. Find a decongestant that is nondrowsy and can be carried on the plane with you. There are many pill forms for adults and chewable tablets for children. About 30 minutes prior to take off, take the decongestant so it has time to work through your system. Take an additional dose if needed during the flight if the first dose wears off before landing. Place the ear plugs in your ears once seated on the plane. They will block out background noise, but you should still be able to hear the flight attendant speak. Some ear plugs should be twisted into your ears. Read the instructions provided
