Tips To Help Protect Your Ears

Take breaks from headphones or earbuds and keep the volume at an appropriate level. 

• To clean your ears with over-the-counter drops, tilt your head and place a few drops in the ear with the blockage. Wait a few seconds before draining or rinsing your ear 

• Limit exposure to loud noises. Wear protective headgear if you are in a noisy area 

• Don’t ignore ringing in your ears or balance issues or changes in your hearing. Contact a GP or Audiologist 

• Dry your ears after swimming to prevent outer ear infections. Use a cloth to dry your ears and tilt your head to remove any water 

• If travelling on an aeroplane, try to yawn and swallow often when the plane lands to help reduce the pressure in your ears