Earplugs designed for swimming and other forms of water exercise can help reduce the chance of getting Swimmer's Ear, which is an infection of the ear canal. Bacteria can cause the infection by lodging in the thin layer of skin that lines the ear canal and causing redness and irritation.

It is important that you keep your ears dry when swimming. This is the best way to prevent build-up of water in the ear. The more exposure to water, and the more prolonged the exposure to water, the greater the chance of getting Swimming Ear. Swimmer's ear is also known as acute external otitis or otitis externa.

Swimmer's ear is usually easily treated by keeping the ears dry. Early treatment will prevent longer lasting problems.

PROPLUGS help prevent this from occurring. PROPLUGS are designed to be non-invasive and our time tested earplugs are inexpensive, long-lasting, and ready-to-wear. Plus, they can be quickly and easily fitted. DOC'S PROPLUGS are made of soft, hypo-allergenic Kraton with memory that provides a watertight seal. Since 1977, when we first created DOC'S PROPLUGS, our patented design has been recognized by professionals and patients alike as having the most features in respect to comfort and protection. Compare DOC'S PROPLUGS to any other earplug and you'll see why it's the only one to use.

Eardrum Damage: Solid (non-vented) Proplug earplugs are recommended for individuals who are likely to forget to stay on the surface of water. Without ear protection, ruptured eardrums are likely to cause pain and further complication which may lead to surgery.

Tympanostomy Patients: Patients with Tympanostomy should refrain from going underwater. However, Doc’s Proplug earplugs should be used to protect inner ear during showering, shampooing, and any exposure to water.

Frequent Ear Infections: For frequent otitis externa (swimmers ear) or otitis media (middle ear infection), solid proplugs and vented proplugs prevent water from entering the canal. The unique design of the Proplug does not disrupt the canal which leaves the delicate canal skin uninjured and keeps earwax in tact. Earwax, as doctors will contend, is a natural defense to bacterial agents in the ear.