WHAT IS OTOVENT ?

Otovent is an Autoinflation device which uses a specially pressurised balloon to open the eustachian tubes. For glue ear sufferers this allows the sticky fluid associated with the condition to safely drain away. The Otovent device can also be used to treat ear discomfort during flight and by Scuba Divers as a visual aid to equalising.

WHY RECOMMEND OTOVENT?

Reduce antibiotic prescriptions
Relieve symptoms of glue ear
Improve patient quality of life
Reduce referrals for audiology
Reduce the need for grommet surgery
Relieve Eustachian tube dysfunction (ETD)
Suitable for adults and children from 3 years of age

GLUE EAR IN CHILDREN

Affecting 8 out of 10 children at least once before their tenth birthday, Glue Ear or Otitis Media with Effusion dulls hearing meaning children’s school work and social life can suffer. The Otovent device is the only clinically proven drug-free and non-surgical treatment for glue ear.

GLUE EAR IN ADULTS

Approximately ⅓ of all people who suffer from Glue Ear are sixteen-years-old or above. Otovent is also suitable as a Glue Ear treatment for adults and those who suffer Eustachian tube dysfunction.

FOR AIR TRAVEL

Barotitis is a painful condition caused by a negative pressure buildup behind the eardrum. Approximately 10% of adults and 20% of children develop it whilst flying. Using the Otovent device throughout and after your flight can equalise your ear pressure treating the cause of Barotitis.

FOR SCUBA DIVING

Equalisation is an essential technique for any Scuba Diver. The stark reality is that if you can’t equalise you can’t dive. Otovent can be used as a visual aid to learning the valsalva manouvre, the most popular equalisation technique.