2007-02-28 22:43:29 · 12 answers · asked by Burgher 1 in Sports ➔ Swimming & Diving
Well, for me, the water is totally natural. Some times I forget it is even there. I just leave the water in there. Some people I swim with stick the end tip of their towel in their ear to try to pop the water bubble. Problem with this is that it could affect the ear drum, going in so deep. The ear drum is very brital, and is affected by touch and impact.
Others bang their hangs to one side, trying to get it to run out. Problem with this is that is kills brain cells. Banging the head side to side, forces the brain the move in that section. It's not the move ment that gets it, it's jerking back and forth.
I suggest that you A. leave it in there, B. Get some ear plugs or Swimmers ear drops. Or C. Tilt your head to one side until the water trickles out (Don't jerk it).
2007-03-03 11:49:25 · answer #1 · answered by gjerstadkid 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It is a little known fact that Alcohol (rubbing) attracts water.
When I get water in my ear(s), I take a Q-Tip and dip it in Isopropol Rubbing Alcohol (70%), squeeze the excess Alcohol off the Q-Tip. Now tip your head (left or right ) place the Q-Tip at the opening of your ear, the Alcohol on the Q-Tip will "call" to the water in your ear, and WaLa.
You may need to do this two or three times depending on how much water is hanging out in your ear.
But please be sure to squeeze the excess Alcohol from the Q-Tip or you'll just end up with Alcohol in your ear as well. In addition you will be able to see the difference in the Q-Tip, once the water hits it.
Good Luck
2007-02-28 23:20:51 · answer #2 · answered by Aunt Henny Penny 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I usually tilt my head slightly and use an absorbent thin cloth (like a tissue), and using my smallest finger, press into the cloth, wiggling it side to side in each ear. The water is caught by the tissue and your ear is dry. This usually dislodges the water on a daily basis. For ear pain associated with water you can't remove, there are products at the pharmacy and at very worst, if not resolved, see the doctor.
2007-02-28 23:03:26 · answer #3 · answered by scarrlettcatt 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Stuff the ear with water with your fingers and tilt your head to that side. Jump on the other leg for about five times. Repeat until the water gets out.
2007-03-01 01:44:44 · answer #4 · answered by Happy 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Jump while the ear with the water inside is tilted towards the ground. Repeat this procedure if necessary. If you don't want water to go inside your ears while swimming, I suggest you use earplugs (note: don't use earplugs when you have an ear infection).
2007-03-01 01:38:26 · answer #5 · answered by Manuel B 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
use a product called swim ear it should get rid of the water but don't use it if you have an ear infection
2007-02-28 22:47:14 · answer #6 · answered by kate m 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Jump hardly, about 6 times until the water came out of your ears.
Hope this helps!
2007-03-01 01:06:47 · answer #7 · answered by bakekang 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Lean your head to the side and it should usually seep out. If it doesn't it could cause an ear infection and would need treatment from your doctor.
2007-02-28 22:47:03 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Tip your head to the side that the water is in to help it flow out. Use a cotton swap (Q-tip) to gently absorb water inside. Be very careful not to poke it in too deep.
2007-02-28 22:47:30 · answer #9 · answered by charmedchiclet 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I used rubbing alchohol when I swam. I just put a drop in my ear and it displaces the water and allows it to run out. the alcohol evaporates very fast and does not bother your ear. just dries it out. And it is cheap too.
Good luck.
2007-03-01 07:11:21 · answer #10 · answered by psionne 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋