Online tinnitus test
People with tinnitus often experience hearing loss too. Our quick online tinnitus test can help give you an idea of whether or not you might have tinnitus and/or hearing loss, and what you can do about it.
Tinnitus treatment
There are different ways to help manage tinnitus, so you can get back to living life to the full. Below are some tinnitus management techniques that could help ease your symptoms.
What are the most effective treatments for tinnitus?
1. Sound therapy
Soothing ocean-like sounds, for example, can help dull the sound of tinnitus and make it less noticeable in quiet environments.
2. Hearing aids
These can shift your focus away from your tinnitus to the sounds around you. Some devices also have built-in sound therapy for additional relief.
3. Relaxation & mindfulness
Yoga and meditation have been proven to be particularly effective in relieving tinnitus symptoms.
4. Professional therapy
Mental health specialists use modalities, such as cognitive-behavioral therapy, to help with tinnitus and improve your quality of life.1
5. Hearing protection
Earplugs, for example, can offer ear protection in noisy situations and help prevent your tinnitus symptoms from intensifying.
Question 1
Do you ever experience ringing or buzzing sounds in your ear(s) when no external sound is present?
Question 2
Do you ever have trouble falling asleep or concentrating due to any ringing or buzzing sounds in your ear(s)?
Question 3
Do you ever have trouble following conversations because you don’t hear properly?
Question 4
Do you find yourself turning up the volume on the TV or radio louder than normal?
Your result:
Indications of tinnitus and hearing loss
Your answers indicate that you may experience symptoms of tinnitus and hearing loss. We recommend that you visit one of our clinics. There are hearing aids that can treat your hearing loss and might give you relief from your tinnitus.*
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* The result of the test may only be used for guidance. Official conclusions about hearing loss/tinnitus can be provided by our registered hearing care experts.
Your result:
Indications of hearing loss
Your answers indicate that you may experience symptoms of hearing loss but it's unlikely that you have symptoms of tinnitus. We recommend that you visit one of our clinics to to see if you have a hearing loss that should be treated.*
Book a FREE hearing test in a clinic near you
* The result of the test may only be used for guidance. Official conclusions about hearing loss/tinnitus can be provided by our registered hearing care experts.
Your result:
Symptoms of tinnitus indicated
Your answers indicate that you may experience symptoms of tinnitus. We recommend that you read about tinnitus treatment options to learn about how to cope with and find relief from tinnitus symptoms.*
* The result of the test may only be used for guidance. Official conclusions about hearing loss/tinnitus can be provided by our registered hearing care experts.
Your result:
Tinnitus or hearing loss unlikely
Your answers indicate that it is unlikely that you have tinnitus - or that you have non-bothersome tinnitus that is not currently affecting your everyday life. If you experience symptoms of tinnitus in the future, we recommend visiting one of our hearing clinics.
* The result of the test may only be used for guidance. Official conclusions about hearing loss/tinnitus can be provided by our registered hearing care experts.
What is the latest treatment for tinnitus?
For many, sound amplification (through hearing aid use) effectively manages tinnitus symptoms.
Sound therapy is also a helpful tool, and certain hearing aids come with a built-in program for it. While sound cannot eliminate tinnitus, it can make your tinnitus less noticeable and help shift your attention away from it. Together with your hearing care expert, you can find the sound therapy that provides the most relief.
Treating tinnitus with Tinnitus SoundSupport™
Oticon hearing aids with Tinnitus SoundSupport™ could help you take control of your tinnitus by playing a wide range of soothing relief sounds including ocean-like sounds and white noise.Using an app, you can choose different sounds and adjust them until they give the relief you need. You can also stream your favourite music, audiobooks, podcasts, or even relaxation guides.
Book an appointment today and you'll be able to try hearing aid models with tinnitus features. One of our experts will be able to tailor the sound therapy programs to suit your needs and preferences.
Is there a cure for tinnitus?
The short answer is: It depends. So it's always best to consult your doctor.
If your tinnitus is being caused by something treatable, like a neck injury, your tinnitus has the potential to improve once the underlying cause is treated.
With other causes of tinnitus, such as hearing loss, there isn't a cure. Fortunately, there are very effective options for alleviating the symptoms and preventing further development. Your hearing and well-being go hand-in-hand, so by managing your tinnitus, you could live a fuller, more enjoyable life.
Could your tinnitus be linked to hearing loss?
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Sources
1. Martinez-Devesa P, Perera R, Theodoulou M, Waddell A. Cognitive behavioural therapy for tinnitus. Cochrane Database Syst Rev. 2010.
2. Cherian, K., Cherian, N., Cook, C., & Kaltenbach, J. A. (2013). Improving tinnitus with mechanical treatment of the cervical spine and jaw. Journal of the American Academy of Audiology, 24(07), 544-555.