The Cleveland Clinic defines ear barotrauma, commonly called "airplane ear," as the middle ear being suddenly affected by a change in pressure. While this occurs on flights due to air pressure ...

The pain Heiskell felt is sometimes known as "airplane ear," which occurs when there's stress on the eardrum. This could happen when "the air pressure in your middle ear and the air pressure in ...

Be gentle when trying these techniques to alleviate "airplane ears" or "ear barotrauma"—the painful clogged or blocked feeling in your ears due to cabin pressure changes. Taking a decongestant ...

It's been two hours since your flight landed and your ears still haven't popped. The discomfort of "airplane ear" — called "ear barotrauma" in the medical world — can put a damper on your ...

“Airplane ear” can muffle hearing and make your ears feel clogged. Here’s why, and how to avoid it. Credit...Eric Helgas for The New York Times Supported by By Katie Mogg Katie Mogg spoke ...

Share on Pinterest Amir Kaljikovic/Stocksy Some people may call ear pain during flights “airplane ear,” and many experience ear discomfort or pain due to pressure changes due to being on an ...