Many travelers on the plane are preferred to sleep to lose time and pass the flight quickly or even as a means of rest and relaxation, but pay attention to sleeping or landing may cause you many health risks.
The dangers of sleep during the takeoff and landing of the plane
Ear’s air pressure imbalance
When the plane takes off or lands, the air pressure changes rapidly, and these changes lead to a feeling of pain in the ear due to the lack of pressure between the middle ear and the outer environment.
And when you are asleep, you may not interact in your usual way such as yawning or swallowing, which may lead to problems such as severe ear pain and the possibility of eardrum damage in maximum cases, dizziness or temporary hearing loss.
Increase the risk of blood clots
Sleeping for long periods in an uncomfortable position may increase the possibility of blood clots in the legs, which are known as deep veins stroke, and if these clots are formed, they may move to the lungs and cause serious health conditions.
Difficulty responding to emergency
Although aviation accidents are rare, taking off and landing are one of the most dangerous periods.
And if you are asleep, you may not be ready to respond fast in the event of any emergency.
Sinus problems exacerbate
For people with sinus congestion or colds, sleep in these cases may lead to severe pain and congestion.
How to protect yourself?
Stay awake during takeoff and landing, as this helps you to equal the ear pressure by yawning or chewing gum.
Drink water, to keep your body moisture as dehydration may increase ear problems.
Move regularly and be sure to do simple exercises to stimulate blood circulation and reduce the risk of clots.
Use a flying earplasia, if you are allergic to pressure changes.
