When worn according to directions, high-quality Mack’s® Flightguard® Airplane Pressure Relief Earplugs help to protect the ears from painful air pressure changes and reduce noise. Mack’s® Flightguard® Earplugs with Comfortek™ Technology are designed to deliver optimal performance and comfort during flights with their ultra-soft flanges and open-flow filter system design. These features prevent the ear canal irritation that many experience with other brands of airplane ear plugs, particularly during longer flights. The Aero Filter regulates ear pressure to ease altitude changes, helping to relieve ear popping and pressure discomfort naturally and safely. Another manner by which these special airplane earplugs help is by lowering noise levels in the cabin, allowing the user to rest, thus helping combat the effects of jet lag. The benefit of this rest is twofold in that it also helps calm and relax the “tense” flyer, which allows them to equalize more effectively. Flightguard® carries a Noise Reduction Rating of 26 Decibels, which helps bring noise down to a safer and more comfortable level, while still allowing one to communicate, when needed.
As earplugs are only to be used as an aid, the air traveler needs to take an active role in trying to prevent the onset of the ear pressure discomfort. They should try to stay ahead of and prevent the discomfort by trying to “clear” or equalize their ears (or eustachian tubes) by one of the various known methods. This is especially important during descent, when pain from ear pressure most typically occurs. One of the methods, the Valsalva Maneuver, involves plugging the nose while applying slight blowing pressure while holding one’s breath. Another method is to chew gum. It is not the gum itself, but the wide opening motion of the jaw and the act of swallowing that helps aid in the equalization process. Therefore, either faking the act of chewing something or merely munching on some snacks can achieve the same results. For some, allergy medications can also help by decreasing inflammation, making equalization easier. It’s recommended to wear the earplugs the entire flight, up until the airplane has landed and the cabin has been depressurized. It’s best to practice the various equalizing methods long before your departure date so as to learn which methods work best for you. If you are suffering from an ear health condition, it’s recommended that you consult an E.N.T. (ear, nose, and throat doctor) before flying while using the earplugs.
There’s no need to dread flying to your next destination. Stop worrying about ear pain and discomfort while flying. By arming yourself with some good ear equalization techniques and the proper earplugs for flying, like Mack’s® Flightguard® Airplane Pressure Relief Earplugs, you can actually relax and enjoy your next flight.
will it protect ears that have had a stapedectomy?
Hi R Worrell. We appreciate your interest in our products and I’m happy to help. A stapedectomy occurs in the inner ear, behind the eardrum, so as long as the eardrum is intact and functioning normally, Mack’s® Flightguard® Airplane Pressure Relief Earplugs should help lessen the effects of pressure changes during flight. However, these earplugs were not specifically tested on subjects who have had stapedectomies, so we recommend consulting with your ear, nose and throat doctor. Thanks!
I suffer from eustation tube dysfunction . My ears find it difficult equalising pressure and mild ear pains on a regular days .
I am
Travelling tomorrow on a plane for 9 hours . Will the ear plugs and chewing gum etc . Prevent ear plane issues ? Please let me know as I am worried
Hi Jamil,
With COMFORTEKTM TECHNOLOGY, Mack’s® Flightguard® Airplane Pressure Relief Earplugs’ ultra-soft flanges and open-flow filter system provide optimal performance and comfort during flights. The AERO FILTER in these earplugs slows down and/or decreases the effects of the in-flight air pressure changes, thus allowing the ears more time to respond and equalize.
Another manner by which the earplugs help is by lowering the noise levels in the cabin allowing the user to rest, thus helping combat the effects of jet lag. The benefit of this rest is twofold in that is also helps calm and relax the “tense” flyer, thus allowing them to equalize more effectively. If you are suffering from an ear health condition, we recommend you consult an E.N.T. (ear, nose, and throat doctor) before flying while using the earplugs.
As the earplugs are only to be used as an aid, the user needs to take an active role in trying to prevent the onset of the ear pressure discomfort. The person should try to stay ahead of and prevent the discomfort by trying to “clear” or equalize their ears by one of the various known methods. This is especially important during descent, when pain from ear pressure most typically occurs. One of the methods, the Valsalva Maneuver, involves plugging the nose while applying slight blowing pressure while holding one’s breath. Another method is to chew gum. It is not the gum itself, but the wide opening motion of the jaw and the act of swallowing that helps aid in the equalization process. Therefore, either faking the act of chewing something or merely munching on some snacks can achieve the same results. We recommend wearing the earplugs the entire flight, up until the airplane has landed and the cabin has been depressurized. Many doctors also recommend taking a decongestant to help reduce any inflammation of the sinuses.
If you search, “How to do the Valsalva Maneuver?” you’ll find some helpful instructions on how to perform the maneuver and we recommend practicing the maneuver well before your departure so you’ll be ready for your flight. Please contact us at info@macksearplugs.com if we can help further. We wish you safe and comfortable travels.
are they safe to use if you have tinnitus and chronic rhrinitis?
Hi Corey,
Yes, Mack’s Flightguard Ear Plugs for airplanes are safe to use if you have tinnitus and rhinitis. Of course, if you have pre-existing health conditions or concerns, we recommend consulting with your audiologist or ear, nose and throat doctor (ENT) before using our products. In additional to helping relieve ear pressure discomfort, these airplane travel ear plugs also help reduce loud cabin and engine noise (noise which can be harmful to hearing and contribute to tinnitus flare ups). Please contact us at info@macksearplugs.com if we can help further. We wish you safe and comfortable travels.
I keep getting different answers as to when to put the plugs in on an international flight and when to remove them. What do you advise.
Hi Gloria. I’m happy to help. Here are the directions for our Mack’s Flightguard Earplugs: Before inserting, with mouth closed and nose pinched closed, blow gently to clear and equalize any ear pressure. For best results, insert earplugs BEFORE takeoff and remove AFTER landing and cabin door has been opened. Earplugs may be removed at maximum cruising altitude, but ALWAYS insert 1 hour BEFORE landing. If you have any further questions or concerns, please contact us. Thanks!
Hi, I was recently diagnosed with ASOM on September 20 and after 8 weeks- Nov end it has been cured and doctor has recommended me to fly…I have bought these ear plugs as i have emirates flight on 17th December 2022 ..i just want to know do i need to chew gum also apart from wearing this plugs or wearing ear plugs is enough?
Also i wish to know am i at risk of damaging my ears ? My doctor has said me to fly.
Please advise
Hello Gehna,
I’m sorry to hear about your painful infection and I’m happy to help. As the earplugs are only to be used as an aid, the user needs to take an active role in trying to prevent the onset of ear pressure discomfort. The person should try to stay ahead of and prevent the discomfort by trying to “clear” or equalize their ears by one of the various known methods. This is especially important on descent when pain from ear pressure most typically occurs. One of the methods, the Valsalva Maneuver, involves plugging the nose while applying slight blowing pressure while holding one’s breath. Another method is to chew gum. It is not the gum itself, but the wide opening motion of the jaw and the act of swallowing that helps aid in the equalization process. Therefore, either faking the act of chewing something or merely munching on some snacks can achieve the same results. We recommend wearing the earplugs the entire flight, up until the airplane has landed and the cabin has been depressurized. Many doctors also recommend taking a decongestant to help reduce any inflammation of the sinuses.
If you search, “How to do the Valsalva Maneuver?” you’ll find some helpful instructions on how to perform the maneuver and we recommend practicing the maneuver well before your departure so you’ll be ready for your flight. Please contact us at info@macksearplugs.com if we can help further. We wish you safe and comfortable travels.
Hi , I have been recently diagnosed with Tinnitus by an ENT
who on asking , advised me to use Ear plugs during Air Travel in particular .
Is there any specific design to choose from and where are your products available in Mumbai ,India
Hi Kaushal,
Thanks for your interest in our products. Our Mack’s Flightguard Airplane Pressure Relief Earplugs are specifically designed to help relieve the discomfort associated with the air pressure changes that occur during airplane travel. They provide some noise reduction benefits as well. If air pressure is not your concern and you are just looking for earplugs that reduce the most noise, we’d recommend trying one of our foam earplugs, like our Mack’s Ultra Soft Foam Earplugs, which provide 33 decibels of noise reduction. Your best bet is to search “Mack’s Earplugs” on the internet to find available retail options in India. I hope this helps and safe travels!
I have a displaced TMJ disc. Will the earplugs help with this problem?
Hi Becky,
Thanks for your interest in our products and I’m sorry to hear of your condition. We recommend consulting with your physician. Thanks!
Hi. I have a blocked ear from a cold. Will these help when I fly?
Hi Caitlyn,
These earplugs would likely help, but in cases like these where there are pre-existing health issues, we always recommend consulting with a medical professional. Best wishes, Caitlyn!
Hi! I have a question about these airplane ear plugs to prevent ear pressure and pain for future purposes. I have perforated ear drums in both ears. Will these earplugs still work as far as protecting ear pressure or pain for sensitive ears while being on a plane?
Hi Bre,
When you have a perforated eardrum, the air pressure in your middle ear can balance (or equalize) more easily with the pressure of the surrounding air, since the air is able to pass through the hole (perforation). This means that flying with a perforated eardrum may actually cause less discomfort than you might otherwise experience. All that said, yes, Mack’s Flightguard Airplane Pressure Relief Earplugs will still work as designed, but admittedly, because you have eardrum perforations, you may not find them as necessary. Thanks, and happy travels!