Tinnitus Relief & Prevention
Prevention is Key
Looking after your hearing is something we all need to do better. Tinnitus can be managed, and your quality of life can get better, but the very first step is to START LOOKING AFTER YOUR EARS. All other treatments stem from and are supported by this principle.
If you have moderate to severe tinnitus then you need to adapt your lifestyle. If dealt with early enough there is a wealth of evidence to suggest damage can be repaired, or at the very least it will no longer impact your life in the same way.
Read More About Hearing ProtectionWhat NOT to Do
- Stand by the speakers when you go to a club.
- Have your audio equipment set to a high volume.
- Get more stressed about the symptoms or focus on them too much.
- Continue over-exposing your ears during treatment.
What TO Do
- Try and relax – reduce your stress factors.
- Protect your ears – use earplugs! You can try affordable earplugs designed for everyday use.
- Ensure you have a balanced lifestyle.
- Take time out of your day to meditate.
Two-Minute Breathing Exercise
Find 2 minutes, 3 times a day to practice this exercise. Sit or lie down comfortably.
- Tell your muscles to relax, to let go and become soft. Mentally run through the body from head to foot.
- If you find any tension, try to relax that area, then continue checking the next part of the body.
- Pay particular attention to the head, neck and shoulders.
Don’t worry if you don't feel a great sense of relaxation at first. Relaxation is a skill that has to be practiced. The key is to practice regularly for short periods.