How to properly perform acupressure of the ears

Ear congestion is not a separate disease, but a consequence, or symptom, of inflammatory diseases of the ENT organs. Rhinitis, otitis, sinusitis, nasopharyngitis - all these pathologies can cause ear congestion.

This condition in most cases appears due to respiratory viral infections, as well as, as a complication, bacterial lesions.

The relatively close location of the ear and nasal cavity leads to their joint inflammation, with the nasopharynx often becoming the root cause.

Even a slight runny nose, literally in the first days of the disease, can cause discomfort in the ears in the form of stuffiness, “lumbago,” and pain. Patients, talking about their symptoms, say that their ears are blocked, and it seems that everything in the nose and throat area is swollen. Why does this happen?

Mechanism and causes of congestion

Against the background of the inflammatory process, swelling (edema) of the mucous membrane occurs, regardless of the area of localization of the infection.
More often, swelling affects the nasal passages, then moves to the area of the Eustachian tube.

This canal is a kind of bridge between the eardrum and the nasopharynx.

Due to swelling, the canal becomes narrower, the pressure in the middle ear increases, patency is impaired, the eardrum bulges, resulting in congestion in the ears, discomfort and hearing impairment.

How to tell if water has gotten into your ear

Here are some symptoms that may indicate that there is some fluid stuck in your ear.

The sound of the surrounding world is altered as sounds travel through the water cushion. In this case, there is a noticeable pressure exerted by the liquid on the eardrum.
There is a feeling of fullness in the ear, as if it is “stuffed up”.
The ear contains a large number of nerve endings and receptors, so many people literally feel the transfusion of fluid in the ear. It's quite unpleasant.
Often, water in the ear causes resonance from one's own voice. Perception becomes distorted.
If water remains in the ear for more than 4 hours, this can lead to inflammation, ear pain, and fever.
Often, prolonged exposure to water in the ear leads to headaches.

Those who have wax plugs in their ears are at risk. The fact is that the sulfur plug swells under the influence of moisture and begins to put pressure on the eardrum. This is a very painful feeling. Sometimes water from the external meatus can enter the middle ear through microscopic lesions in the eardrum and cause otitis media. Water in the ear is also dangerous for people whose ear canal walls are too thin. As a rule, inflammation develops much more intensely on irritated skin, and you won’t have to wait for it if the water was soapy or dirty. By the way, water can also get into the middle ear through the nose - this is also fraught with the development of otitis media.

To avoid all these unpleasant consequences, you need to know how to quickly and safely get rid of water in the ear.

how to get rid of stuffy ears

Ways to relieve ear congestion

The first priority is to eliminate swelling in the nose.
And as we already know, swelling is mainly caused by viruses and bacteria. Therefore, it is impossible to do without complex treatment. If long-term congestion is caused by other diseases, for example, polyps, the question of surgical treatment of the pathology may be raised.

To quickly and effectively eliminate nasal congestion, use the following means:

local nasal vasoconstrictor drugs - prescribed for a short period of time;
topical anti-inflammatory ear drops – usually used for 3-7 days;
warming up the ear area with a Minin lamp (at home);
warming compresses on the ear area;
exercises to normalize pressure in the ears;
acupressure of the ear and nasal area.

Vasoconstrictors for runny nose and congestion

The principle of action of these drops is based on the narrowing of blood vessels. They eliminate swelling and allow you to quickly normalize nasal breathing. Vasoconstrictor drops and sprays are used only symptomatically; they do not affect the cause of the disease.

The disadvantage of these drugs is that they are quickly addictive.

We list the most popular vasoconstrictor nasal agents:

tizin;
naphthyzin;
sanorin;
nazol;
fervex;
coldact, rhinofluimucil, vibrocil (added with antiallergic effect);
many other means.

Currently, the choice of vasoconstrictor drugs is huge, so it is better to consult with your doctor and choose the drug together, taking into account the financial possibilities of purchasing the drug. If the prescribed drug causes severe discomfort, demand discontinuation of the drug and selection of an analogue. Usually a substitute with a different active ingredient is selected.

Ear congestion is quite often observed with colds;
Water has entered the ear and is not coming out - what to do?
- shoots in the ears.

Stuffed ear - use anti-inflammatory drops

The following medications will help normalize the normal functioning of the hearing aid and relieve inflammation:

sodium sulfacyl;
otinum;
otipax;
eucasept;
rivanol;
pinosol;
Rizocin.

All presented remedies are prescribed by an otolaryngologist.

Minin reflector

The blue lamp (Minin reflector) was often used in Soviet times by our mothers and grandmothers, and to be honest, it was undeservedly put aside for storage in many homes.
Rhinitis and otitis media respond well to treatment with blue color.

Purulent processes are a contraindication, but for uncomplicated processes, the dry heat of the lamp brings a decent effect.

Therapeutic warming is carried out before bedtime. The main thing is that after the procedure the patient rests for at least an hour.

Rules for conducting a treatment session:

blue rays are directed at a certain angle (approximately 60 degrees);
the patient should feel only pleasant warmth, so the distance from the lamp to the skin must be adjusted individually;
session duration is 5–10 minutes;
Warming is carried out twice a day.

The effect of treatment is noticeable literally in the first days of treatment. Usually 2–3 days of treatment are enough, and the patient’s condition returns to normal. The lamp cannot be used for polyps and neoplasms.

Complications after otitis media

Otitis is an inflammation of the ear, which has different forms and types depending on the nature of the course and the location of the inflammatory process. Otitis media can be a consequence of infection or be an independent disease. If treatment is started on time, otitis media will become just a memory. But if you ignore it, the inflammation can “go further” and have unpleasant complications. For this reason, if you suspect otitis media, you should consult a doctor for a diagnosis, which will take into account a number of specific factors.

What is otitis media like?

Otitis media can develop acutely or become chronic. Treatment of acute otitis should be carried out under the supervision of a doctor: a sharp development of the inflammatory process in the ear can not only become complicated and cause hearing loss, but also cause inflammatory processes in other organs of the head. Acute otitis media is accompanied by fever and may be the result of infectious diseases.

What is otitis media like?

Pressure changes are far from safe for your ears. How to prevent inflammation of the middle ear - otitis media? Otolaryngologist Nadezhda Ivanovna Gorbunova answers our readers’ questions.

“I rarely get sick, but twice already a small cold has led to otitis media. How to prevent this disease? Nadezhda Drozdova, Novosibirsk

— In addition to infection, the main “provocateur” of otitis media during a cold is a runny nose, or more precisely, the accompanying swelling of the mucous membranes of the nose and auditory tubes. To prevent inflammation from “rising” from the nasopharynx to the middle ear, you first need to learn how to blow your nose correctly. There is nothing complicated here, just clearing your nose of accumulated mucus, you need to close your nostrils one by one and under no circumstances “block” them at the same time.

In addition, when the nose is stuffy due to a runny nose, it is necessary to regularly remove the swelling that prevents the outflow of mucus. To do this, you need to periodically instill any drops that constrict blood vessels into your nose for 2–3 days. If necessary, you can use them for up to five days.

It is especially important to follow these simple precautions during colds in children with enlarged adenoids. In them, otitis media develops very easily and often leads to chronic inflammation of the auditory tubes, and this is a direct path to hearing loss.

“For work, I often fly on long business trips, and lately every time I’m on a plane I suffer from pain in my ears. How to get rid of unpleasant sensations, and is it dangerous?” Antonina Konovnitsyna, Petrozavodsk

— The pressure drop that occurs during air travel is far from indifferent to our ears. Sometimes it can be downright dangerous, in particular if you have to fly during a cold.

If you are unwell and there is even the slightest possibility of postponing the flight or traveling on land, try to do just that. If you absolutely cannot do without traveling by plane, then 15 minutes before departure you need to put vasoconstrictor drops into your nose and immediately after that take a tablet of any antihistamine, for example, Tavegil, Suprastin, Diazolin.

By removing the swelling of the mucous membrane with medication, you will restore the conductivity of the auditory tubes and give them the opportunity to smoothly change the pressure in the ear cavity as the height changes.

If during a flight you always feel discomfort and pain, the fact is most likely that, regardless of the cold, the mucous membrane of the auditory tubes is prone to slight swelling. Most often, this condition occurs with chronic pharyngitis, accompanied by constant dryness in the throat. In this case, the same preventive measures as for a cold will help you get rid of inconvenience.

“Last summer, my daughter returned from a vacation at sea with purulent otitis media, and now, in winter, she was going to Thailand to swim in the ocean with scuba diving. Please advise: can she do this, and what precautions should she take?” Anna Kolchinskaya, Moscow

— Both before the summer and before the winter vacation, which involves swimming in any body of water, I advise you to definitely visit an otolaryngologist. The main purpose of such a visit is to check for wax plugs in the ears, and if any are found, be sure to remove them. It is traffic jams that most often cause otitis in swimmers.

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In addition, care should be taken when swimming in any freshwater body of water in countries with hot and humid climates, since the water there is often contaminated with microscopic pathogenic fungi. These pathogens often cause fungal inflammation of the ear - otomycosis. Unfortunately, this warning also applies to hotel pools, even in quite “civilized” countries.

Those who dive under water with scuba gear should treat their own hearing organs with special responsibility. In addition to the mandatory examination by an otolaryngologist before starting this sport, it is very important to first “try yourself,” for example, in a pool at a depth of no more than five to six meters. For those who have suffered from otitis media at least once, such a test dive is necessary.

Even if classes have begun and continue quite safely, any pain in the ears that occurs under water is a serious reason for an immediate rise to the surface and an urgent visit to the doctor. The fact is that pain associated with impaired conductivity of the auditory tubes can suddenly become so strong at depth that the swimmer may lose consciousness. It is clear that under water this is deadly. And of course, diving is completely excluded if the diver has even the most “harmless” runny nose.

“For many years I successfully treated a runny nose using my great-grandmother’s method—warming my nose with hot, hard-boiled chicken eggs. But the last time, instead of recovering, she developed complications - sinusitis and otitis media. Maybe the fact is that I got sick on a business trip, and only started getting treatment after returning home?” Olga Poluyanova, Nizhny Novgorod

- Dry heat - and this is the “grain” of the great-grandmother’s method - can be used as a therapeutic procedure only at the very beginning and at the very end of the disease, that is, when the runny nose is just beginning and when it is already ending. In the acute period of the disease, any, not just thermal, physiotherapeutic procedures are contraindicated, since they can provoke the “spreading” of the infection. When rhinitis is treated incorrectly, the first to be hit are the upper sinuses and the middle ear, which is connected by the auditory tubes to the nasopharynx.

“Since childhood, I have had “weak ears”, I often catch colds and have had otitis media six times already. Please advise how to get rid of this scourge.” Nastya Koloskova, 19 years old, Ostashkov

— The most reliable way to prevent frequently recurring otitis is gradual and thorough hardening. In winter it’s walking, skiing, skating. For the most seasoned - rubbing with snow. If you are planning to start it in the summer, then try to start by stopping drying yourself after showering so that your skin dries naturally.

Another excellent hardening procedure is a contrast shower. It allows the body to cope without stress and illness with stressful meteorological influences that are so characteristic of our climate, primarily jumps in temperature and atmospheric pressure.

The “difference” between cold and hot water temperatures should be increased gradually, by about one degree every two to three days. As a result, cold water should flow from the tap without any warm admixture, and hot water should reach the “temperature of patience.” The procedure must be completed with cold. It is very important to learn to enjoy such temperature changes and conduct a contrast shower with a smile and a good mood.

When you feel that cold water brings you sincere joy, try finishing a contrast shower by dousing yourself from a bucket with not just cold, but ice-cold water. Before swimming in the pool, be sure to visit an otolaryngologist to check for wax plugs in the ears - they are the most common cause of otitis media in swimmers.

If the pathological process occurs in the outer part of the auditory organ, then vasoconstrictors and decongestants are often sufficient.

Diagnostic methods

The insidiousness of the disease lies in its rapid development. At first, a person is only slightly bothered by pain in the ear area, but after 1-2 weeks the pathological process affects various parts of the hearing organ. When treating otitis, an important point is the correct diagnosis, on which subsequent therapeutic measures depend.

Fig. 1 Thanks to an endoscope, doctors perform a visual examination of the damaged ear on an enlarged scale

Thanks to an endoscope, doctors perform a visual examination of the damaged ear on an enlarged scale and accurately determine the location of the pathology. The nature of the disease is often determined by audiometry, which is based on recording the organ’s response to sounds of different frequencies, and a tympanometer is used to obtain data on the conductivity of the auditory ossicles and the mobility of the eardrum. Treatment of chronic and acute otitis media is prescribed in accordance with the examination results, so diagnosis is performed first.

Treatment of the disease

The treatment of such a dangerous disease should be taken very seriously, otherwise the consequences will be very dire. Various means can be used to cure otitis media, among which the following groups of drugs are used:

vasoconstrictors;
anti-inflammatory;
decongestants;
painkillers;
antibiotics.

Consequences of improper treatment of otitis media

Traditional methods of treatment

Ear congestion can also be treated at home. Methods proven over the years allow you to quickly get rid of this unpleasant symptom, and with minimal treatment costs.

It should be remembered that if you have a runny nose and stuffy ears, you should not walk outside, take baths (allowed only for 5 minutes), and you should also avoid drafts. Now let's look at the most popular methods of treating ear congestion using traditional methods.

Compresses

To eliminate discomfort in the ears, special compresses are prepared, the basis of which is ordinary salt.
First of all, you need to prepare a solution, the proportions are as follows: 5 grams of table salt + 500 ml of warm boiled water.

A gauze turunda is soaked in this solution, wrung out thoroughly, and inserted deeply into the ear canal.

The area around the ear is rubbed with vodka, and a small gauze cloth is moistened in it (a cut is made in the middle of the bandage so that it can be put on the ear).

The napkin should be wrung out well, it should be practically semi-dry. Polyethylene and cotton wool are placed on top of the gauze and wrapped with a woolen scarf. This compress is done at night, before going to bed.

Important! It is strictly forbidden to use any heating during purulent processes, or when the patient has a high body temperature. Some patients, not carefully reading prescriptions, put turundas with vodka in their ears. Such treatment can cause tissue burns, which also leads to discomfort and even hearing impairment.

The only thing that is allowed and gives an excellent therapeutic effect is the use of five-minute boric alcohol compresses. Turunda is moistened in boric alcohol, squeezed out, and inserted into the ear canal for 5–10 minutes.

Peroxide is in demand in different concentrations, but for medicinal purposes a 3% dilution is used;
Ear drops for otitis - the name of the best drugs for ear inflammation;
– with a runny nose, the sense of smell disappeared.

Therapeutic massage for ear congestion

Therapeutic ear massage is very simple to perform. Gentle pressure on the points of the ear will make you feel better and relieve congestion. Ear massage is a relaxing process that removes stress and allows you to restore balance after a hard day.

Ear reflexology - where and how to press

The shape of the ear resembles a baby in the womb (the lobe is the equivalent of a head, and the edge looks like a small person's spine). Auriculotherapists attach deep meaning to the association. It helps to find the endings of the nerves responsible for the functioning of individual organs and parts of the body.

The person should lie down straight and rest his head on a pillow that supports his neck. The hair must be removed so that the auricle is open. The massage therapist is positioned behind the back so that his hands have free access to the head. Using your thumbs, gently massage the area near the lobe, starting from the bottom and moving up. Use your other fingers to massage the back of your head at the same time. Repeat 3 times.

Pinch the lobe between your thumb and first two fingers and make circular movements for several seconds. Move along the edge of the ear, continuing the process and massaging points associated with the hands, elbows, wrists, feet and ankles. Repeat 3 times.

Place your thumbs on your temples and your index fingers at the top of your ear. Press it with your fingers and massage with short rotational movements. Repeat 3 times. Pressure points correspond to the neck, hips, knees and lumbosacral region.

Place the tips of your index fingers not deep into your ear. Gently press the inside with your fingertip and then release. Repeat 3 times along the inner and outer perimeter.

Place your thumbs inside. Gently pull your ears up and move in a circular motion. Repeat 3 times. Cover them with your palms and stroke the back of your head with your fingers. The massage is completed, it is especially effective for ear congestion and other ear diseases.

Therapeutic ear massage

There are places on the ears that correspond to all the organs. Proper massage affects your well-being. Treatment can be carried out independently, remembering a few simple rules:

Rub your hands vigorously against each other to warm them up - this will make the massage more enjoyable.
Find a quiet place and focus only on the procedure. Close your eyes and feel your pain go away, decrease.
Place both hands on your ears and take a deep breath (1 minute). Relax.
Insert your index finger into your ear. Gently massage the inside of the ear for 2-3 minutes, using your finger to describe circles.

Once you gain experience, you can massage both ears at the same time. Massage for otitis media should not be painful. If it is unpleasant to you, you need to stop the procedure.

Indications

A long time ago, followers of traditional medicine believed that it was possible to reduce and eliminate various ailments by massaging the auricle. For example:

Digestion - massage a point just above the opening of the ear canal (3 times a day for 20-30 seconds).
Reduce stress - 2 times a day for 5 seconds, press the point near the opening of the ear canal.
Vascular diseases - press the upper part of the lobe 3 times a day for 15-20 seconds.
Improving concentration - press the lower part of the earlobe for 20 seconds.
Relieving back pain - massage the edges of the lobe from bottom to top as often as you want for 30 seconds.

Health point on the ear

Also, ear massage for otitis media does not cause side effects, it is safe and effective.

The above tips cannot replace a visit to a specialist. Remember that in case of health problems, traditional methods are not enough.

For colds

First, stroke the entire ear with your index finger, starting at the top and moving down. Press and pull continuously in the direction of the earlobe. Use the pads of your thumb and index finger to squeeze the top of your ear. Lightly pull and shake.

Move down, repeating the movement. Do the same with the crease on the inside of the lobe. Stretch your earlobe.

Place the pad of your thumb directly behind your ear and use the pad to massage your entire ear from top to bottom, making small circular motions over and over again.

Grasp the edge of your ear with your fingers and shake it until you reach the lobe. Touch the inside of the earlobe and stretch the ear again. Stroke it, repeating the movement from top to bottom. Massage your other ear. The procedure supports the functioning of the entire body, and also helps with eustachitis, otitis media or other injuries.

Ear massage for otitis media

Methods for relieving ear congestion include a safe and gentle massage-based mucus removal technique. Ear massage for otitis media is performed in the area of the ear and cervical lymph nodes.

It is to improve lymph circulation and cleanse the ear of excess fluid.

It is based on the correct pulling out of mucus and slight compression of the space under the ear in the direction of the lower jaw, which will facilitate the flow of fluid into the throat.

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Massage the auricle for 8-10 minutes until you feel warm.
Press the tragus with your index finger so that it covers the opening of the ear canal. Repeat 5-15 rotational movements several times a day.
Using your hands, press and then release your ears 10-12 times. Using your index and middle fingers, massage the cheek muscles and temporal part, slowly pulling the earlobe 10-12 times.
Cover your ears with your palms. Tap the back of your head with 3 fingers. A sound like a drum should appear in your ears. Repeat 10-12 times.
Finish the exercises when your ears are clogged by quickly opening and closing them with your palms. Repeat 10-12 times.
Exercises should be performed daily 3 times a day.

Regular massaging and rubbing of the ear increases blood flow to the membrane, prevents atrophy of the auditory nerve, strengthens and restores hearing at different stages of deafness. This is an excellent massage for ear congestion.

For stuffy ears

Some people produce excessive amounts of sulfur, which leads to congestion. They clog the ear canal and symptoms of ear congestion occur.

If congestion lasts more than 3 days, you should consult a specialist, as this may indicate an ear infection or a ruptured eardrum.

Improper removal of the plug can damage your eardrums.

Prolonged ear congestion indicates ear disease: sinusitis, persistent obstruction or eustachitis, otitis media or other injuries.

One of the symptoms of congestion is swelling of the mucous membranes of the nose, extending to the Eustachian tube (connecting the ear to the nose), which gives the appearance of clogged ears.

To overcome this problem, techniques should be used to open the airways and remove fluid from the ear. Sometimes nasal drops help.

Chronic cough also leads to permanent obstruction of the Eustachian tube and its inflammation and hearing loss.

Removing wax plug

At home, you can deal with the resulting wax plug without risking damage to the eardrum using a syringe. It needs to be filled with hydrogen peroxide or a special desulfur remover. They are available at the pharmacy.

Fill the syringe, tilt your head slightly back and to the side so that the affected ear is at the top. Carefully insert the syringe into the ear without the needle. It should be instilled 1-2 times, a few drops each. You should hear a characteristic hissing sound. After the sound stops, straighten your head, allowing the remaining liquid to pour out.

Contraindications

Like classical body acupuncture, auriculotherapy is not recommended for a specific group of patients. Absolute contraindications to massage:

neoplastic diseases;
mental illness;
hemophilia;
dermatitis;
infectious diseases.

There are special situations when, in the absence of absolute contraindications, it is not recommended to perform the procedure:

pregnancy;
menstruation;
state of physical exhaustion;
after drinking alcohol.

In case of relative contraindications, the decision rests with the doctor. After the consultation, he must assess the patient's condition, the benefits and risks that may arise from the procedure.

Ear massage helps with many diseases, but it is not a substitute for medication or consultation with a doctor.

It should be considered as support for therapeutic methods in the treatment of hearing loss, otitis media and other diseases.

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Exercises and massage for the ears

Eastern gymnastics

Eastern gymnastics can help you get rid of many ear problems.
Some authors call it gymnastics for the eardrum. This method is especially popular among the Chinese. The execution method has the following steps:

cover the ears with the palms, and move the fingers to the back of the head;
They tap the back of the head with their fingers 10–12 times;
press your palms as tightly as possible to your ears and sharply remove them;
For rotational movements, the index finger is inserted into the auricle. It is enough to perform three turns;
The exercise should be repeated up to three times.

Acupressure

This method allows you to relieve not only ear congestion, but also eliminate pain, if any.
The massage is carried out using a kind of pressure. To carry it out, the thumb and index finger are used.

A specialist in this technique must explain to the patient and show where the active points of the auricle are located.

When the massage is performed correctly, pain or other discomfort does not appear; on the contrary, the patient notes a sharp improvement in his condition. If you can’t visit a specialist, find a video on the Internet where you can learn how to do a massage yourself.

In addition to acupressure, massage circular movements are performed in the area of the ears and wings of the nose. Such massages are performed with fingertips for 10 minutes.

Before performing any massage, you should rinse the nasal passages with saline solution, it is advisable to do this even in cases where there is no snot. A lot of viruses and bacteria accumulate in the nasal passages, so before the procedure it is necessary to sanitize them as much as possible.

The first exercises or massage should give results. In their absence, the question of the rationality of using the proposed methods should be addressed.

Breathing exercises

The following exercises will help relieve nasal congestion:

ten times in a row you need to take a deep breath and exhale through your nose;
They pinch their nose with their fingers and try to exhale through their nose. During this exercise, a swallowing movement is performed.

Thanks to these simple exercises, the pressure between the middle ear and the Eustachian tube will be equalized.

Warming the ear with a water bottle

Place warm water in a small water bottle; no need to boil anything.
The bottle is applied to the ear and held for 15 minutes. The patient should feel only pleasant dry warmth. This method helps with rhinitis, catarrhal otitis, ear congestion, inflammation of the facial nerve.

By heating, wax plugs dissolve and blood circulation in the ear area improves.

Egg

You can also warm your nose and ears with a hard-boiled egg.
After cooling to a warm state, the egg is wrapped in a handkerchief or cloth, then applied to the bridge of the nose or to the tragus area.

Warming up takes 5–10 minutes. The proposed technique allows you to relieve swelling, improve local blood circulation, and eliminate neuralgia.

Features of ear massage for congestion

Hearing is one of the five most important senses. A careful attitude, correct, timely treatment help maintain excellent, clear hearing into old age. The first manifestations of ear pain and congestion require immediate action. A great way to relieve pain is to massage ear congestion.

Signs and initial diagnosis of congestion

Ear congestion is a pathological condition. Usually congestion is part of the disease, manifested by a sharp deterioration in the acuity of hearing. Experts identify a number of main diseases with similar symptoms:

Otitis;
Cold;
Hearing loss;
Presence of sulfur plug;
Runny nose;
Hypertension;
Sinusitis;
Allergic reaction;
Injury resulting from a strong blow;
Osteochondrosis of the cervical spine.

In most of the above cases, a well-performed massage will help get rid of congestion in the ears. You need to contact a specialist with your own problem. A competent doctor will select treatment and prescribe medications.

Ear congestion can occur when flying on an airplane, with a sharp change in pressure. Such cases are short-term, so do not worry.

Indications and contraindications

Massage helps relieve ear congestion if the procedure is indicated for use. The indications are:

Otitis media;
Inflammation of the mucous membrane of the hearing aid;
Pronounced hearing loss;
The presence of fluid in the cavity of the eardrum;
Prolonged runny nose, sinusitis;
Reduced immunity, as a prevention of colds.

Experts advise not to let the process lead to complications. There are a number of contraindications necessary for study:

Otitis with purulent discharge;
The appearance of unpleasant sharp sensations;
Splashes of blood;
Acute phase of otitis;
Damage to the eardrum;
Personal characteristics, contraindications.

There is an age limit; massage cannot be performed on children under one year of age.

Massage is a great way to relieve the initial signs. Complex cases are treated by professional specialists. It is unacceptable to refuse drug therapy in favor of massage. A set of actions will lead to recovery.

Basic techniques

You need to know how to remove ear congestion using acupressure. The main thing is not to harm the person. The type of disease allows you to distinguish between massage techniques. Let's get acquainted with these varieties.

Massage technique for colds

Colds quite often lead to ear congestion. Following the sequence of actions included in the massage will help relieve unpleasant symptoms:

Wash your hands thoroughly. Maintain good hygiene.
Warm your hands by rubbing your palms together.
The auricle is squeezed between the palms.
It is necessary to massage in a circular motion, gradually warming up the hearing aid;
After warming up your ears, you need to pull the earlobe, first in the upward direction, and then in the opposite direction.
Place your index and middle fingers in the middle.
Gently pull from top to bottom, then change the motion vector.
Slowly massage your earlobes.

One week of constant morning massage guarantees improved hearing and relief from congestion. It is recommended to carry out this type of therapy as a prevention of colds. Avoid unpleasant sensations.

Elimination of otitis media

Otitis is a serious type of ear disease. The disease is a consequence of infection after suffering from measles, sore throat, acute respiratory viral infection, and influenza. Massage helps with inflammation in the middle ear.

Therapy cannot be carried out for purulent otitis media with exacerbations. Bloody discharge precludes acupressure. It helps eliminate characteristic symptoms, but does not replace full treatment prescribed by a doctor. Be sure to contact a specialist, otherwise the complication may lead to deafness.

Wash your hands with soap.
Rub your hands vigorously. Make them warm.
Place your fingers behind your ear.
Cover your ears with your palms.
Use circular motions to warm up your ears as much as possible.
The lobes are grabbed with two fingers.
Pull towards the floor.
Use your index finger and thumb to grab the ear in the center.
Pull up and down, in the opposite direction.
Repeat step 3,4,5.

The optimal amount for heating is considered to be 10-15 cycles. My ears literally feel like they are on fire. The patient is required to massage the ear area 2-3 times a day. After a week, the patient may notice an improvement, the first signs of the return of full healthy hearing.

Eastern technique for hearing loss

Traditional Chinese medicine considers massage therapy to be the most effective way to restore hearing in case of hearing loss. Most Beijing hospitals offer massage therapy. A significant difference is the use of special devices designed for high-quality impact on active points.

There are qualified specialists in Russia who perform the procedure. It is possible to do it yourself, at home:

Wash your hands using soap.
Place your hands behind your head. The fingers form a lock. The palms are placed on the ears.
At the same time, you need to run your fingers along the back of the head, about 10-15 movements.
Press your palms firmly against your ears for a few seconds.
Relieve any tension in your palms and repeat the previous step.
Insert your index finger into your ear without going too deep.
Turn clockwise.
Turn counterclockwise.

The set of exercises given above must be done 2 times a day. Avoid sudden pain. If pain occurs, stop the procedure.

Effect

By doing a similar procedure, the patient activates the points. They send signals, the brain reacts. The recovery process starts. The human ears contain more than 160 points. Active points help improve blood circulation in the massaged area. The positive properties of therapy for ear congestion are:

Efficiency;
Speed of action;
Possibility to conduct a session at home;
Improved hearing;
Prevention of hearing loss, infectious diseases;
The effectiveness of the control method;
Lack of material investments.

Ear massage helps if the technology is followed. After active exposure, the ears should be warm, the patient should not experience any unpleasant sensations. This is an indicator of the correct procedure.

Conclusion

Ear massage for congestion is a modern method of getting rid of a number of ailments associated with the hearing aid. The main advantages of the method are the rapid achievement of results, efficiency, the possibility of performing massage at home, and preventive action.

Ear congestion is a serious condition. Correct identification of the problem will help in further treatment. We hope the article was useful and informative.

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Olive oil ear drops

For colds, when the patient complains of “lumbago” in the ears, congestion, it is recommended to instill olive oil.
It is heated over low heat until warm. Place 2-3 drops of oil in each ear.

Then turundas are inserted into the ear canals, covered with cotton wool on top and secured with a scarf. This compress is left for an hour. Treatment with olive oil is carried out until all negative symptoms disappear.

Turundas made of glycerin and balsam “Zvezdochka”

Turundas 3–4 centimeters long are prepared from gauze.
The next step is preparing the medicinal mixture. Balsam and glycerin are mixed in a 1:1 ratio. Turundas are generously coated with the prepared mixture and placed deep in the ears.

The ears are insulated from above using improvised means: a warm scarf or scarf. The duration of the procedure is 30 minutes.

Hydrogen peroxide

Hydrogen peroxide is used to treat congestion, dissolve and remove wax plugs.

Before instilling sulfur, it must be diluted 1:1 with water. To carry out the procedure, you need to draw at least 1 ml of solution into a pipette or syringe.

The solution is injected into the ear canal and allowed to “work” for five minutes. You need to lie on the healthy ear, the diseased organ remains on top. This position makes it possible not to leak peroxide from the ear.

After the procedure, the sore ear is tilted towards the tray, and the entire solution flows out completely. Such peroxide infusions are given several times in a row.

Decoction of bay leaf for otitis media

Bay leaf, familiar to everyone as a seasoning for first and second courses, has medicinal properties. Its beneficial effect on the treatment of many diseases is due to the content of essential oils, trace elements, and vitamins.

Useful properties of bay leaf:

Increases immunity;
Helps remove toxins;
Effective against mycoses;
Stimulates digestion and appetite;
Has a diuretic and hypoglycemic effect;
Helps against insomnia.

When consuming bay leaves, you must observe moderation, since in large doses it is poisonous. It is not recommended for use in the treatment of pregnant and lactating women, as well as for the treatment of patients with heart, liver and kidney failure.

Preparation of a decoction of bay leaves for the treatment of otitis media:

Pour 200 ml of water into 5 leaves and boil.
Infuse the broth in a thermos for 2 hours.
Instill 3 drops of the decoction into the sore ear 3-4 times a day.
At the same time take 1 tbsp. l. 3-5 times a day.

Inhalations for runny nose and otitis media

The inhalation method of treatment helps to eliminate not only a runny nose, cough, but also relieves ear congestion.
Various solutions are used for inhalation. These can be herbs: chamomile, calendula, eucalyptus.

Inhalations with cedar oil and camphor alcohol give good results.

Inhalations are carried out in the usual way “over a saucepan” or using a nebulizer, where a medicinal solution is placed (in a special container). During inhalations, it is necessary to inhale correctly.

You should not take sharp or very deep breaths. You should breathe calmly and evenly. The procedure time is 5–7 minutes. The duration of treatment depends on the severity of symptoms. Sometimes even one day of treatment is enough.

Chamomile infusion for rinsing ears

A good remedy for ear diseases is chamomile infusion.
It has anti-inflammatory, soothing and antibacterial effects. To prepare the infusion, take 1–2 tablespoons of dried chamomile flowers and pour 200–300 ml of boiling water over them.

After 40 minutes the infusion is ready. It should be strained. Before the procedure, the infusion needs to be warmed up a little.

The essence of the method is to rinse the ear canal. For the best effect, before infusing the infusion, it is recommended to perform a small massage of the ears for a few minutes. Also don't forget to massage your earlobes.

The patient is placed with the affected ear up. The infusion is drawn into a 2 ml syringe and injected into the ear canal under pressure. The procedure is repeated several times in a row. The results of the treatment are visible the next day.

Massage techniques and techniques

The main massage techniques for improving hearing in case of hearing loss include:

Stroking;
Rubbing;
Kneading;
Vibrations.

Massaging movements should be smooth, slow, with little pressure.

Morning complex

Performed immediately after waking up. The palms are warmed up by vigorous rubbing. Massage the auricle with hot fingers, then squeeze the earlobe and release after a few seconds. The procedure is repeated 20 times. The thumbs are pressed to the middle of the auricle and left for 10 seconds.

How to prevent swelling and congestion in the ears?

First of all, you need to treat a runny nose, because... It is he who is the main culprit of swelling and congestion in the ears. Treatment of rhinitis consists of rinsing the nose with saline and herbal solutions, instilling silver-based drops and other nasal remedies prescribed by the doctor.

In case of bacterial rhinitis, you should not refuse antibiotics, because with a high probability you can become a hostage to a chronic runny nose with all the ensuing consequences.

Equal importance should be given to such preventive measures as:

balanced diet;
walks in the fresh air,
physical education classes;
meditation;
taking vitamins in the spring;
rehabilitation of chronic foci of infection in the body;
humidification of indoor air.