Tinnitus
It can be possible to get relief from Tinnitus. The first step is to have a full diagnostic hearing test.
Tinnitus
The cause of tinnitus is not always known.
Kapiti Hearing can provide assistance for tinnitus treatment, diagnosis and management. For tinnitus sufferers, the symptoms can differ quite markedly. Do you hear high pitched ringing, crickets, hissing, ocean waves or a pulsing sound? Is it in one ear, or both? Does it ever keep you awake at night? Sometimes the sound is made worse in a quiet room, or if you’re tired or stressed.
It can be possible to get relief from Tinnitus. The first step is to have a full diagnostic hearing test.
If your tinnitus is related to hearing loss, and no other medical referral is necessary, a hearing aid trial may be recommended. This is because there is a mountain of clinical research and evidence showing that wearing hearing aids can, in many cases, reduce the perception of tinnitus.
Most modern hearing aids nowadays have a tinnitus “masking” noise available to you. Some people find this very helpful, others find just having the sound of the world brought back into their brain is enough to give relief from tinnitus.
If your tinnitus is not related to hearing loss, or you are not interested in hearing aids, you might also try the following:
- Avoid stimulants, such as caffeine
- Reduce salt intake
- Avoid loud noise/music
- Listen to music or sound generators. These can be accessed directly on the Internet via YouTube, etc. Try searching for “the sound of rain” or, ”the sound of water” – these can help you fall asleep if your tinnitus is keeping you awake.
- Try relaxation therapy
- Avoid tiredness
Discuss tinnitus treatment options with a fully qualified audiologist today. Make an appointment at our Waikanae or Raumati hearing centre for a personalised hearing test today.
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