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    Head-out immersion minimally impacts active middle ear pressure equalization during descent but slightly hinders passive equalization during ascent. The supine position significantly complicates ear clearing, emphasizing the benefit of an upright posture for pressure changes.

    Area of Science:

    • Otolaryngology
    • Diving Medicine
    • Physiology

    Background:

    • Middle ear pressure regulation is crucial for divers to prevent barotrauma.
    • Understanding how body position and immersion affect ear equalization is vital for diver safety.
    • Previous research has explored ear equalization in various conditions, but head-out immersion effects require further clarification.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To investigate the impact of head-out immersion on active and passive middle ear pressure equilibration in scuba divers.
    • To compare equalization capacity during immersion with non-immersed sitting and supine positions.
    • To determine optimal body posture for pressure changes in dry pressure chambers.

    Main Methods:

    • Three otologically normal scuba divers participated in the study.

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  • Middle ear pressure equilibration was assessed during head-out water immersion.
  • Equilibration capacity was compared across immersed and non-immersed (sitting, supine) conditions.

    • Main Results:

    • Head-out immersion had a minor effect on active middle ear equalization during descent.
    • Passive ear clearing during ascent was slightly more difficult with immersion compared to sitting non-immersed.
    • Ear clearing was significantly more difficult in the supine position during both ascent and descent.

    Conclusions:

    • An upright body posture is preferable for managing pressure changes in dry hyperbaric environments.
    • Head-out immersion has a limited but discernible effect on middle ear pressure regulation.
    • Further research into the mechanisms influencing middle ear equilibration under pressure is warranted.