Can Vibration Help Tinnitus?
Tinnitus, phantom ringing or buzzing in the ears, impacts about 10% of the American population. Despite the lack of a definitive cure, those affected by tinnitus have various avenues to seek symptom relief, with bimodal stimulation therapy emerging as a promising method. About Bimodal Stimulation Therapy Bimodal stimulation therapy capitalizes on the brain’s plasticity, or…
Hearing Loss in Your City
In Clay County, approximately 16.5% of the population has some form of hearing loss, much higher than the national average of 11.5%. However, this figure is slightly below surrounding counties. This knowledge empowers residents to take proactive measures to protect their hearing and understand what could be causing the hearing loss. Understanding Hearing Loss There…
What To Know About Musician’s Monitors for Hearing Protection
The risk of noise-induced hearing loss is higher among musicians than in the general population. This type of hearing loss, which is prevalent in 18% of adults aged 18-69 who have been exposed to loud noises at work for more than five years, can result from prolonged exposure to loud sounds. So, protecting your hearing…
Using Sound Enrichment To Manage Your Tinnitus
Hearing a buzzing or ringing noise in your ears, whether constant or sporadic, can leave you feeling stressed, anxious and irritable. The presence of a ringing or buzzing that cannot be heard from the outside is characteristic of a condition called tinnitus. Approximately 25 million Americans have experienced tinnitus lasting at least five minutes in…
What Common Noises in The Ear Mean
Though it might be slightly disorienting, it’s not uncommon to have the occasional clicking or ringing in your ears, among other noises. Let’s take a look at the causes of some of the more common ear noises, as well as when it’s time to seek treatment from your medical provider. Ringing in The Ears Means…
Study Shows Link Between Traffic Noise and Tinnitus
Tinnitus is a common problem, affecting approximately 15 to 20% of people. It presents as a buzzing, clicking or ringing noise in one or both ears. Though its severity varies, it can lead to increased stress, fatigue, anxiety, headaches and other problems. Though it can come from multiple underlying conditions, knowing the risk factors for…
Is It Tinnitus or TMJ Disorder?
Two conditions that are sometimes confused with one another are tinnitus and TMJ disorder. This is because both are associated with sounds, oftentimes clicking or popping, in the ears. In this post, we review what the conditions are, how to tell the difference between them and how to find relief. What Is Tinnitus? Tinnitus is…
Does Cold Weather Cause Tinnitus?
We are deep into fall and approaching winter. The days are shorter and colder, and with the change in weather, you may have noticed an increase in your tinnitus. If so, you’re not alone. A study looking at internet search trends for the term tinnitus found that “there are significant seasonal trends for Internet search…
Ways to Cope with Hearing Loss & Tinnitus
When you have both hearing loss and tinnitus, it can be very difficult to go about your daily life. Things that other people take for granted are much more challenging, and the side effects can leave you feeling tired, depressed and unable to focus. But don’t despair – we have tips to help you cope….
What Causes Tinnitus?
Midwesterners bothered by a persistent ringing in their ears are all too familiar with tinnitus. This widespread condition affects about 50 million people across the United States; for some, it is nothing more than a minor nuisance, but for others, it’s a major impediment to their quality of life. Fortunately, you don’t have to suffer…