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Can Devices Help Manage Tinnitus?
Published: Jul 08, 2024
Devices offer innovative ways to mask or reduce the perception of tinnitus. Learn how these technologies could bring relief.
Hearing Aids and Maskers
Hearing aids can amplify external sounds, helping to mask tinnitus. Maskers, similar to hearing aids, produce sounds that cover up tinnitus. Both devices offer relief but may not work for everyone.
Cochlear Implants
For severe hearing loss, cochlear implants can improve hearing and reduce tinnitus. They stimulate the auditory nerve, which may diminish tinnitus in many patients. Proper evaluation is essential before considering this option.
Electrical Stimulation Devices
Electrical stimulation devices apply mild electrical currents to the ear or head. Some patients report reduced tinnitus, but more research is needed to confirm their effectiveness.
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, they can mask tinnitus by amplifying external sounds.
They are devices that improve hearing and can reduce tinnitus.
Some find relief, but more research is needed to confirm its effectiveness.
Tech Wrap-Up
Devices may offer relief for tinnitus, but individual results vary.
References
- Van de Heyning P, Vermeire K, Diebl M, et al. Incapacitating unilateral tinnitus in single-sided deafness treated by cochlear implantation. Ann Otol Rhinol Laryngol 2008; 117:645.
- Quaranta N, Wagstaff S, Baguley DM. Tinnitus and cochlear implantation. Int J Audiol 2004; 43:245.
This article has been reviewed for accuracy by one of the licensed medical doctors working for Doctronic. Always discuss health information with your healthcare provider.
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