If you’ve already landed and your ears are still stubborn, try these methods to encourage the Eustachian tube to open:

I followed the directions exactly:

: Pinch your nose. Take a sip of water and swallow.

Having blocked ears after a flight is uncomfortable, but in the vast majority of cases, it is temporary. Stay hydrated, try gentle equalization techniques, and give your body a little time to adjust to being back on solid ground.

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