Does the Otovent work?

The latest trial of 320 children aged 4 to 11 years, undertaken by Dr Williamson at the University of Southampton, found that children using Otovent experienced fewer days with any glue-ear related symptoms compared to those that didn’t at both one (47.3% and 35.6%, respectively) and three months (49.6% and 38.3%.

How do you know if Otovent is working?

It is recommended that the Otovent is used it at least three times a day – morning, midday and evening. You may experience a ‘clicking’ sensation or feel movement in your ears caused by the pressure on the Eustachian tube. These are signs that the device is working and is being used correctly.

How many times can you use Otovent?

The manufacturer recommends that people starting treatment with Otovent should use it at least 3 times a day with 1 inflation through each nostril on each occasion. After 1 week, it should be used at least twice a day.

Does Otovent work in adults?

Otovent can be used at home by children aged 3 years and over and by adults.

Can Otovent be used by adults?

Otovent can be used at home by children aged 3 years and over and by adults. Young children should be supervised by an adult during use.

Can adults use Otovent?

How can I clear my Eustachian tubes?

You can do exercises to open up the tubes. This includes swallowing, yawning, or chewing gum. You can help relieve the “full ear” feeling by taking a deep breath, pinching your nostrils closed, and “blowing” with your mouth shut. If you think your baby may have Eustachian tube dysfunction, feed him or her.

Does Otovent help in glue ear?

The Otovent autoinflation device is the only clinically effective, drug-free and non-surgical treatment for glue ear or Otitis Media with Effusion. It also equalises pressure in the middle ear for use during a flight or as a visual aid to equalising, an essential Scuba Diving technique.

How do you use Otovent for adults?

Hold the round part of the nose piece firmly against the right nostril with the right hand. Press the left nostril closed with the left hand. Inhale deeply, close the mouth and inflate the balloon until it is the size of a grapefruit, by blowing through the nostril.