afrin won't work doesn't get all the way into your et's, you need to try oral nsaids, then report back.
Have you tried the normal pinch and blow method?
I'll give NSAIDS a try.
I can only do a valsalva once I stretch my jaw / yawn to open my ETs. I have a drysuit class open water dive in mid July. I might skip the Afrin and Sudafed and take a couple of Advil the morning of my dives. I will also rent a tank and practice on land breathing/equalizing as well.
I don't mind spending the money on the FFM if it will help. But a few more things too try as well.
Thanks.
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