Tinnitus & How to Manage It
Find Out If You Have Tinnitus:
- Do you hear buzzing, ringing, or humming in quiet places?
- Does the sound get worse when you’re stressed or tired?
- Have you worked in noisy environments before?
If you answered yes to any of these, you may have tinnitus.
Find Out If You Have Tinnitus:
- Do you hear buzzing, ringing, or humming in quiet places?
- Does the sound get worse when you’re stressed or tired?
- Have you worked in noisy environments before?
If you answered yes to any of these, you may have tinnitus.
What is Tinnitus?
What Causes Tinnitus?
- Loud Noise Exposure – Machinery, concerts, or power tools.
- Hearing Loss – Tinnitus often accompanies hearing loss.
- Stress & Anxiety – Can make symptoms worse.
- Ear Blockages – Wax buildup or infections.
How Common is Tinnitus?
- More than 17 percent of Australians experience tinnitus (Better Health Channel, 2023).
- It is more common in people over 40 and those exposed to loud noise.
Is There a Cure for Tinnitus?
There is no single cure for tinnitus, but many effective treatments can reduce symptoms and improve quality of life. Tinnitus Management Strategies
Techniques to Reduce Symptoms:
- Sound Therapy – White noise, soft music, or nature sounds help mask tinnitus.
- Stress Management – Relaxation techniques like meditation or deep breathing can help.
- Hearing Aids – Amplify external sounds to reduce the focus on tinnitus.
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy – Helps change how you react to tinnitus.
Don’t Let Tinnitus Control Your Life
- Get professional support - We connect you with audiologists and tinnitus specialists.
- Explore hearing solutions - Many people find hearing aids reduce tinnitus symptoms.
- Take the first step - Find out what works for you.
References:
- Australian Government Department of Health. (2023). Tinnitus: Causes, symptoms, and management. Better Health Channel. Retrieved from
https://www.betterhealth.vic.gov.au - Hearing Australia. (2023). Tinnitus and noise exposure. Hearing Australia. Retrieved from
https://www.hearing.com.au - National Institute on Deafness and Other Communication Disorders. (2022). Tinnitus: Understanding the facts. NIDCD. Retrieved from
https://www.nidcd.nih.gov/health/tinnitus
Safe Work Australia. (2023). Workplace noise exposure and hearing loss risk. Safe Work Australia. Retrieved from
https://www.safeworkaustralia.gov.au
Hear Now specialises in Making Life Better for individuals with hearing loss and tinnitus.
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