Tinnitus Relief w/ Dr. Ben Thompson

Dr. Tracy, Dr. Michelle, and Dr. Ben are back with another episode of Sound Science! In today's episode they review three recent tinnitus related studies and discuss their thoughts on the findings.

Pregnancy is a time of great joy for many women, but it can also bring about various physical and emotional changes. One such change is tinnitus – a condition characterized by ringing or buzzing in the ears. This video covers everything that you need to know about pregnancy related tinnitus, including causes, diagnosis, and when to seek medical help.

If you've been looking for effective ways to manage your tinnitus, you've come to the right place! In this video, Dr. Ben discusses six expert strategies to help manage tinnitus - three focused on daytime relief, and three focused on nighttime relief. 

Whether you struggle with tinnitus, hearing loss, or a combination of both, the best first step is to connect with a medical professional. Depending on your symptoms, there are a variety of specialists that can help. While plans and coverage vary from person to person, there are a few things to keep in mind when getting in touch with your insurance company. 

When it comes to tinnitus, there is a TON of misinformation out there. Join Dr. Ben as he busts the top 10 most common myths about tinnitus, and remember - there are many things that can be done to help manage bothersome tinnitus. 

Dr. Chris Spankovich, AuD, PhD recently joined Dr. Ben on the Tinnitus Relief Podcast to "demystify" tinnitus. Although there is not always one specific root cause of tinnitus that can be pinned down, there are many components of tinnitus that are similar from individual to individual. Being able to identify some of these causes and components can remove some of the mystery around tinnit...

Scientists, researchers, and medical professionals are constantly working around the clock to find a cure for tinnitus, but until that happens, there are various methods that have proven to be effective for reducing and managing tinnitus. Join Dr. Michelle as she shares her knowledge on tinnitus treatment and reviews some of the best management options. 

As of now, there is no objective test for diagnosing tinnitus, which is an issue that Dr. Mehrnaz Shoustarian and her team at the Bionics Institute in Melbourne, Australia are trying to fix. Tinnitus diagnosis and treatment is tricky since clinicians can only rely on self-reported symptoms, so an objective test has the potential to change tinnitus treatment forever. 

If you have tinnitus, there is a chance that you may have been told to avoid sugar. But, is this necessary? In this episode, Dr. Ben explains how the body processes sugar, and how it has the potential to cause damage to the ears. 

Dr. Ben, Dr. Tracy, and Dr. Michelle are back with their monthly "Sound Science" series. In this episode, they discuss two new research studies and how they can help you manage tinnitus. If you've come across studies that you want them to discuss on the next episode, leave a comment below!

When I was working at an audiology residency in San Francisco, I had a patient drive FOUR HOURS to the hospital where I was working just to find help for their tinnitus. At this moment, I realized the immediate need for accessible help for tinnitus patients. I wanted to make this happen, and this was a huge contributing factor in me deciding to start Treble Health.

Can allergies lead to tinnitus? Since the ears, nose, and throat are all connected, having allergies can lead to congestion, which can potentially lead to tinnitus. Listen to Dr. Ben explain how the two are linked, and how to manage tinnitus caused by allergies. 

Even audiologists deal with ear pain! A few weeks ago, I was on a trip where I decided to do some cliff jumping. Unfortunately, I ended up getting water in my ear, which led to some of the worst ear pain I have ever experienced. As an audiologist, this is what I did.

During the Tinnitus Relief Summit in February 2023, Dr. Michelle Neidleman Kennedy gave a comprehensive presentation on the process of habituation. Over the years, Dr. Michelle has been able to help hundreds of tinnitus patients reach habituation. This presentation explores the science behind the process, as well as the tips and tricks that she has learned along the way. 

Dr. Jastreboff recently joined us at the Tinnitus Relief Summit, where he gave an outstanding presentation and hosted a live Q&A for those that attended. One participant asked "What's the most important thing to do for someone who is trying to habituate?" and Dr. Jastreboff's answer has stuck with me since. Watch the video to find out what he said!

On today's episode of the Tinnitus Relief Podcast, Dr. Ben is joined by Kasia - a recent Treble Health graduate. In September 2021, Kasia got Covid, which eventually led to a long, debilitating journey with tinnitus.  She tried everything before finding Treble Health - here is her story.

When it comes to mixing alcohol and tinnitus, there is a lot of mixed feedback. While some people with tinnitus report that alcohol causes their tinnitus to spike, others say that alcohol helps them to relax, which then helps to reduce the volume of their tinnitus. If you have tinnitus, let us know what you think about the relationship between the two.

Because of the unwavering support over the past two years, I have just reached the 100th episode of the Tinnitus Relief Podcast. Over these past two years, I have been able to sit down and interview patients, medical professionals, and researchers, and shine a light on a condition that is largely unknown and difficult to find help for. I am so thankful that I am able to do what I love, and that I...

Dr. Hubert Lim, Chief Scientific Officer at Neuromod, recently joined us at the Tinnitus Relief Summit to discuss his research on bimodal stimulation for tinnitus. With the FDA's recent approval of Lenire in the United States, this episode gives some background information about the research that went into creating the Lenire device, and why it is shown to be effective.

During the Tinnitus Relief Summit in February 2023, we were lucky enough to be joined by Dr. Pawel Jastreboff - one of the most prominent figures in the tinnitus community. Dr. Jastreboff is the founder of Tinnitus Retraining Therapy (TRT) - in this presentation, he talks about the history of TRT and why it has been one of the most effective tinnitus treatments for over 30 years. 

If you are one of the millions of people that are struggling to manage tinnitus, one of the most important things that you can do is to start your morning off in a positive way. In this video, Dr. Ben gives his top 3 tips to ensure that your morning is the best it can possibly be.

During the Tinnitus Relief Summit in February 2023, Dr. Ed Farrar, co-founder of OTO, joined us to discuss the tinnitus habituation process. Dr. Farrar discusses why we notice tinnitus, how habituation happens, and the different management techniques that are currently available.

Matt, a recent Treble Health graduate, joins Dr. Ben on the Tinnitus Relief Podcast to share his success story and talk about his habituation journey. Matt had extremely bothersome tinnitus, and has now moved through all four stages of habituation. Listen to this episode to learn about his experience with Treble Health, and the techniques that he used for lasting relief.

Tinnitus can be hard to deal with, and if you're looking for management solutions, you may have come across something called notch therapy. Notch therapy is a type of sound therapy that takes an incoming sound signal and removes certain regions of frequency or pitch. By surrounding the pitch of tinnitus, the tinnitus can be suppressed. Listen to this episode to learn more!

Is tinnitus painful? The short answer is no - if tinnitus is accompanied by pain, it is generally the result of another underlying condition. In this episode, Dr. Michelle explains the relationship between pain and tinnitus, and what some of the potential causes can be.