Tinnitus is said to affect 10% of the adult population. There are many different treatments options for tinnitus, such as a tinnitus masker and some are more effective than others. After the poor results from conventional medicine for an approach to treating tinnitus, many people look at other alternatives such as acupuncture, homeopathic remedies, nutritional supplements and diet.
This article will focus on tinnitus maskers and other proven tinnitus therapies. Often used are the terms sound generator and tinnitus masker. These two terms cover a wide range of devices that produce broadband noise, music, relaxing sounds such as waterfalls, or other generalized recordings. There is an option for what is called an ear level noise generator that will attach behind the ear or fit inside the ear developed by a few hearing aid manufacturers. The may be a sole functioning tinnitus maskers or combined with a hearing aid ability, often called combination units. Previously the tinnitus maskers and other devices were attempted to be tuned to the noise bandwidth of the what was the perceived tinnitus, but since it has been found that it is more effective and more comfortable to listen to to have broad band noise application of sound. This reduces the trouble of fitting the sound generators as now the only custom setting is the intensity level. Several factors can differentiate tinnitus maskers such as the output level, masking level and portability.
With conditions of hearing loss or tinnitus it is recommended to not use high output levels of sound as this can result in a worsening of the condition. Another reason is that high output levels can also affect your speech perception. The adjustment of the noise level intensity can be up to the individual's choice with a strong recommendation that a lower masker level that mimics a soft background noise will most likely help reduce the perception of tinnitus.
The management strategy of some tinnitus maskers may need a specified masking level. A certain level that is often called the 'mixing point' is often used. This means the masking noise is slightly below the level of tinnitus perception. The individual may also determine if one or two masking devices will be used. The use of a single device on what is perceived as the 'good ear' has been shown to help also.
A portable music player or mp3 player that many people already own can also be used. Because it may not require the purchase of anything new this can be cost efficient. You can use these devices as tinnitus maskers or as part of partial masking therapy by using a correct sound level. The choice of relaxing music, peaceful music or natural sounds can be used.
There can be many different approaches to tinnitus. If you are looking for the fastest and most permanent results I recommend a natural and holistic approach. There are many people who have ended their tinnitus by addressing the underlying cause and used things like dietary changes, supplements and lifestyle factors . In some cases the relief can be in as little as one week.
This article will focus on tinnitus maskers and other proven tinnitus therapies. Often used are the terms sound generator and tinnitus masker. These two terms cover a wide range of devices that produce broadband noise, music, relaxing sounds such as waterfalls, or other generalized recordings. There is an option for what is called an ear level noise generator that will attach behind the ear or fit inside the ear developed by a few hearing aid manufacturers. The may be a sole functioning tinnitus maskers or combined with a hearing aid ability, often called combination units. Previously the tinnitus maskers and other devices were attempted to be tuned to the noise bandwidth of the what was the perceived tinnitus, but since it has been found that it is more effective and more comfortable to listen to to have broad band noise application of sound. This reduces the trouble of fitting the sound generators as now the only custom setting is the intensity level. Several factors can differentiate tinnitus maskers such as the output level, masking level and portability.
With conditions of hearing loss or tinnitus it is recommended to not use high output levels of sound as this can result in a worsening of the condition. Another reason is that high output levels can also affect your speech perception. The adjustment of the noise level intensity can be up to the individual's choice with a strong recommendation that a lower masker level that mimics a soft background noise will most likely help reduce the perception of tinnitus.
The management strategy of some tinnitus maskers may need a specified masking level. A certain level that is often called the 'mixing point' is often used. This means the masking noise is slightly below the level of tinnitus perception. The individual may also determine if one or two masking devices will be used. The use of a single device on what is perceived as the 'good ear' has been shown to help also.
A portable music player or mp3 player that many people already own can also be used. Because it may not require the purchase of anything new this can be cost efficient. You can use these devices as tinnitus maskers or as part of partial masking therapy by using a correct sound level. The choice of relaxing music, peaceful music or natural sounds can be used.
There can be many different approaches to tinnitus. If you are looking for the fastest and most permanent results I recommend a natural and holistic approach. There are many people who have ended their tinnitus by addressing the underlying cause and used things like dietary changes, supplements and lifestyle factors . In some cases the relief can be in as little as one week.