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Tinnitus Management

Finding Relief from the Ringing: Tinnitus Care That Works

Tinnitus is often described as a ringing in the ears, but can also sound like a buzzing or humming. For many people, this is a daily frustration. Tinnitus may be constant or it may come and go for some. It can be soft or loud and can cause some people to struggle with focus or sleep. The good news is that tinnitus is manageable, and you do not have to face it alone.

At T Edward Hearing Center, we help you take control of your tinnitus. Whether your issues began suddenly or have been with you for years, we offer expert testing and proven treatment options that will help reduce the impact of tinnitus and improve your overall quality of life.

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What is Tinnitus Testing?

Tinnitus testing is more than simply asking how loud the ringing is for you.

It is a step-by-step evaluation that helps us to understand how tinnitus is affecting your hearing, focus, and daily routine. We will assess the type, emotional impact, and severity of your symptoms before designing a personalized treatment plan just for you.
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(574) 527-0091

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Why is Tinnitus Testing Important?

Tinnitus can have different causes, including hearing loss, ear damage, stress, noise exposure, or certain medications. Discovering the underlying cause helps us choose the most effective treatment options. Tinnitus testing gives us a clearer picture so we can create a personalized plan that fits your lifestyle and needs.
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What to Expect During Tinnitus Testing

Our tinnitus evaluations are simple, yet thorough. Most appointments take less than an hour and include a painless process that is simple to follow. We describe the three simple steps here:

Step 1: Comprehensive Hearing Evaluation

We start with a standard hearing test. Many people with tinnitus also have some level of hearing loss, even if they don’t realize it. Testing your hearing helps us understand the whole picture.

Step 2: Tinnitus-Specific Assessments

Next, we use special tools to match the pitch and loudness of your tinnitus. We may ask you to describe what it sounds like and when it’s most noticeable. You’ll also fill out a short questionnaire to help us measure how much it affects your sleep, mood, or concentration.

Step 3: Discussion of Results

Once the testing is complete, we sit down and go over everything with you. We explain what we found and how it relates to your symptoms. Then we work together to create a treatment plan that makes sense for you. 

We also answer any questions you may have and take the time to explain what each result means in plain language. You’ll leave with a better understanding of your tinnitus, what may be causing it, and what steps we can take to manage it effectively. Our goal is to give you clarity and confidence moving forward.

Sound Therapy for Tinnitus Relief

Sound therapy is one of the most effective ways to reduce the symptoms of tinnitus. It works by using external sounds to distract your brain from the buzzing or ringing in your ears. The most common types of sound therapy include white noise, soft background noise, nature sounds, music or soundscapes played at low volume, or even customized tones that are tailored to your tinnitus.

Some people use sound machines at night to help them sleep, while others wear earbuds throughout the day. Over time, your brain learns to ignore or ‘tune out’ the tinnitus more easily, and it is not as problematic.

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How Hearing Aids Can Help with Tinnitus

Hearing aids are for more than hearing loss because they can also be a tool for tinnitus relief. Many modern hearing aids have built-in features that are designed to manage tinnitus while reducing symptoms and how much you notice it.

These features include:

  • Sound generators that play calming tones
  • Volume adjustments that blend background noise
  • Custom programming based on your test results

Through the amplification of external sounds, hearing aids help mask the internal noise tinnitus causes. This can make it easier to focus, sleep, relax, and enjoy your day. Additionally, treating hearing loss often reduces the severity of tinnitus since your brain is no longer straining to hear everyday sounds.

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(574) 527-0091