Guest guest Posted October 5, 2005 Report Share Posted October 5, 2005 In a message dated 10/5/2005 12:56:25 AM Eastern Daylight Time, coachdrgridley writes: A comment on ears. When I fly, I make sure I "clear" with any of the techniquesDoc mentioned several times before we leave the ground when flying, before Ihit the water when diving. Then I keep doing it often during take-off/entry.I am alert to any descent of the plane and doing a valsava maneuver (exertingpressure to the poppin point) immediately. When I fly to Europe, I try to get ashorter leg to start with. I find that after one ascent and descent, it gets mucheasier for the next one(s). You make the eardrums more "patent" (flexible)each time you do the valsalva.I also had an ENT tell me to use nasal spray before takeoff if necessary, and throwthe stuff away after the trip. When I am congested already, I do that. And I keepthe same bottle for re-use as I just avoid using it unless I fly.Sue Hi Sue: Could you describe some of the techniques that you mention that were taught by Doc and the "popping" points. Thanks. Paulina Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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