Can Popping Your Ears Damage Them?

Popping your ears is not good or bad for you. Like much else in life, it can be done in moderation. Popping your ears can open up your Eustachian tubes

, but even if you don't pop them, your Eustachian tubes will also open naturally. In fact, they should open 6-10 times every minute!

Can popping your ears cause damage?

It is important to be aware and proactive in keeping your Eustachian tubes open so the ears can equalize. If the middle ear stays blocked, then serious side effects can happen, such as vertigo, extreme pain, a burst eardrum, or even hearing loss.

Can popping your ears burst your eardrum?

The pressure you're blowing against forces your Eustachian tubes open a little which drains pressure and fluid stuck in your ear. It's a common misconception that this method is dangerous. As long as you don't force too much pressure or sneeze like this, you won't have risks of bursting your eardrum.