Suppressing the Noise in Your Head

The internal ringing that afflicts one in every five people at some point in their lives is called “tinnitus.” For those who experience severe tinnitus, the problem can be characterized more by constant distress than by annoyance. While there is still much that is not understood about its underlying causes, it is recognized that there is a strong link between tinnitus and hearing loss. Therefore, tinnitus sufferers who address their hearing losses by being fitted with hearing instruments may also help themselves to cope with tinnitus. Hearing instruments are especially helpful to those patients whose tinnitus has a low or medium frequency because the increase of sound in the listener’s direct environment may mask the sounds of their tinnitus. By helping users hear better, hearing instruments may relieve stress, which in turn can ease their tinnitus.

Whether you are hearing the sounds of tinnitus or not hearing the sounds of life around you, don’t hesitate to make an appointment with an audiologist. With the many options available today thanks to innovative, advanced technology, your ability to hear can be enhanced and so will your quality of life. Stop by SACKVILLE HEARING CENTRE to find out about having a painless hearing evaluation. New patients are always welcome and don’t require a referral. We’re “ Helping Canadians Hear More Out of Life!”