Equalising Safely

To help prevent Barotrauma - damage to the eardrum as a result of excessive pressure, Dr Kay held a seminar.




Frenzel Method (throat piston)

Before this movie I equalised using 'hold nose and blow' method.  The Frenzel method seems to be much more efficient.

1. Pinch your nose.
2. Fill your mouth up with a little bit of air.
3. Close the epiglottis.
4. Move the soft palate to the neutral position.
5. Use the tongue as a piston and push air towards the back of your throat.


For a more detailed instructions and training, click here - http://folk.uio.no/gardot/frenzel.pdf