Excessive use of headphones is a dangerous habit for health.

Nowadays, use of headphones has become an important part of our daily routine. Be it working in office, listening to songs, watching movies and web series, or passing the time while travelling—headphones are being used everywhere. Some people even use earphones while sleeping. But do you know that this habit can be dangerous for your health? If precautions are not taken, it can cause serious problems, such as ear damage or even deafness.

Disadvantages of excessive use of headphones

1. Loss of hearing ability

Prolonged use of earbuds or neckband may affect hearing ability.

• Continuously listening to loud music increases the pressure on the nerves of the ears.
• Due to this, the nerves can swell and the hearing power gradually starts decreasing.
• If timely attention is not given, a person may also become deaf.

2. Problem of ‘ringing’ in the ears

Excessive use of headphones can cause problems like constant ‘ringing’ in the ears.

• This condition is called “tinnitus,” which can further affect hearing.

3. Burst of eardrums

Prolonged use of headphones at loud noise can tear the eardrums.

• Experts say that if you listen to sound more than 85 decibels for more than 2 hours, it can be dangerous for the ears.
• A sound of 105 to 110 decibels can damage the ears in just 5 minutes.

4. Accumulation of dirt in the ears

Prolonged use of earphones or headphones pushes the dirt inside the ears.

• This can cause infection and pain in the ears.
• Lack of oxygen and lack of ventilation can also cause problems in the ears.

Safety measures while using headphones

1. Keep the volume low

• Always keep the volume below 60%.
• Earphones or headphones are very close to the ears, so the lower the volume, the less effect it will have on the ears.

2. Limit usage time

• Use headphones only for a maximum of 1-2 hours a day.
• Avoid using for long periods of time.

3. Take regular breaks

• Don’t use headphones continuously.
• Take a break after every 30-40 minutes so that the ears can get rest.

4. Select the right device

• Use good quality headphones and earphones.
• noise-cancellation Choose headphones with features to block out external noise and keep the volume low.

5. Safe use of wireless devices

• Keep the volume under control when using wireless earphones and neckbands.
• Avoid using them while sleeping at night.