Excessive earwax and blocked ears are common conditions for adults and children, which causes a blocked sensation, muffled hearing, discomfort and sometimes pain.
At the House clinics in Bristol, our specialists team offers the gold standard in earwax extraction. We have a clinic in Redland and in the City Centre. We use a safe gentle, highly effective and video guided technique called micro suction offering a fast and pain-free solution without the use of water syringing.
The ear produces wax naturally, but on occasions can produce excessive wax which builds up and is sometimes compounded by the use of cotton wool buds EarPods and hearing aids which impacts the wax in the ear.
The symptoms can be:
Earwax protects the ear canal, but when too much accumulates, it can harden and block the
passage, causing pressure, dull pain, and temporary hearing loss. This is one of the most
common causes of earache and hearing issues.
Typical signs include a feeling of fullness in the ear, reduced hearing, or discomfort that worsens
after swimming or showering. Some people also experience ringing (tinnitus) or dizziness.
At The House Clinics, we offer safe and effective microsuction earwax removal. Unlike ear
syringing, this gentle technique clears blockages without introducing moisture, making it suitable
for even sensitive ears.
Cause
Ear infections occur when bacteria or viruses inflame the middle or outer ear. They can develop
after a cold, swimming, or when moisture remains trapped in the ear canal.
or fluid discharge.
Pain can be sharp, throbbing, or constant, often accompanied by hearing changes, mild fever,
Our clinicians will assess your symptoms and, where infection is suspected, refer you to your
GP or pharmacist for medical treatment. Once the infection has cleared, we can provide
supportive care such as ear microsuction and gentle physiotherapy to reduce residual pain
and restore comfort.
Problems with the temporomandibular joint (TMJ) - The hinge connecting the jaw to the skull
can cause pain that radiates into the ear. This often stems from clenching, grinding teeth, or
stress-related jaw tension.
Pain near the ear that worsens with chewing, yawning, or talking, as well as jaw clicking,
tightness, or headaches.
Our chiropractic and physiotherapy team can help release jaw tension, realign the joint, and
reduce referred ear pain. Treatment may include manual therapy, soft tissue massage, and
acupuncture to ease tension and restore balance.
Blocked sinuses or rapid pressure changes - such as during flying or diving can affect the
middle ear, leading to discomfort and muffled hearing.
Fullness in the ear, popping sensations, mild pain, or temporary hearing changes.
We focus on relieving sinus pressure through gentle manipulation, acupuncture, and
postural advice. For barotrauma, treatment may also include jaw and neck mobilisation to
restore natural ear drainage and equalise pressure.
If you’re suffering with ear pain, blocked ears, or discomfort - don’t wait for it to worsen.
Book your consultation today at The House Clinics Bristol and find lasting relief from earache.
We use gold standard earwax extraction Technology, which is video guided micro action without using water syringing
It takes between 20 and 30 minutes to perform the treatment.
No, the treatment is entirely painless
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