How to… manage tinnitus when you fly

Katie Ogden, audiologist for Resound, shares her tips… eustachian tube [small passageway connecting the middle ear to the back of the throat] to continuously open and close, reducing pressure.’

LISTEN TO MUSIC

‘This can help distract you from the engine noise. But you don’t want the volume too loud as it may cause temporary noise-induced hearing loss. Keep at a safe level and remove headphones when instructed during take-off and landing.’

HAVE A BOILED SWEET

‘Sucking on a sweet causes the

REASSURE YOURSELF

‘Any effects from flying are usually temporary. Tinnitus should not be a barrier to you taking a trip because, just like living with tinnitus in everyday life, it can be managed.’