Do Earphones Harm Our Ears?
Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment
Yes — earphones can harm your ears, but only if used improperly. The main risk comes from volume and duration, not the earphones themselves.
How Earphones Can Harm the Ear
Common Things include:
Loud Volume → Hearing Damage
Long Usage → Ear Fatigue
In-ear Earphones → Ear Canal Problems
Noise-cancelling Earphones (if misused)
Safe Listening Tips |
(Very Important)
1. 60/60 Rule
Maximum 60% volume
For not more than 60 minutes at a time
2. Use Over-Ear Headphones When Possible
They cause less direct pressure on the ear canal.
3. Prefer Noise-Cancelling or Good-Fit Earphones
They block outside noise so you don’t have to increase the volume.
4. Do Not Sleep with Earphones On
Risk of pressure injury and continuous noise exposure.
5. If you hear ringing or muffled hearing…
Stop immediately — this is the ear asking for rest.
