Ear guards, also known as ear protectors, are used in martial arts, especially contact sports such as wrestling, jiu-jitsu and grappling, for several important reasons:
- Injury Prevention: Ears are susceptible to injury during bouts and intense training. Constant contact with the ground, grabbing, pressing and hitting can cause a condition known as "cauliflower ears" or auricular hematoma. Earmuffs protect the ears by absorbing some of the impact and preventing blood pooling in the area, which prevents permanent deformities.
- Maintain comfort: Some techniques and positions in combat sports can be uncomfortable or painful for unprotected ears. Earmuffs allow athletes to focus on their performance without worrying about ear discomfort or pain.
- Safety: at all times, thanks to the adjustment of these earmuffs, you can be completely safe, focusing only on the fight, without distractions.
