Few sensations are as irritating or distracting as when your ears feel clogged, stuffy or “full.” Whether it happens on a plane, during a sinus infection, or even after sleeping in an odd position, ...

Swallowing and yawning help open the eustachian tubes and relieve the clogged feeling. Popping your ears is typically safe as long as you are gentle. Allergies, altitude changes, and ear infections ...

Medically reviewed by Maria M. LoTempio, MD Key Takeaways Draining fluid from your middle ear can help you avoid complications like infection.You can help drain fluid from your ear by yawning or ...