If that doesn’t work? “The safest way to pop your ears is to perform a maneuver called a modified Valsalva manoeuvre, which is basically what divers do when they're trying to pop their ears,” says Dr.

However, if the congestion is due to a more persistent issue such as chronic sinusitis, Eustachian tube dysfunction, or an ear infection, it may last longer and require specific treatment.

Ear tubes, also known as tympanostomy tubes, are tiny cylindrical devices that are inserted into the eardrum to help drain fluid and prevent infections. While many people may think that ear tubes ...

While Eustachian tube dysfunction can become a chronic problem, it’s not common in adults. 'People who have this kind of chronic ear fullness without having allergies or a cold or anything like ...