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Tinnitus Treatment Options

Tinnitus is often described as a ringing, buzzing, or whooshing sound in the ears when no external noise is present. Typically only heard by the person experiencing it, tinnitus can result from a range of underlying causes.
Treating the Cause
Tinnitus is often a sign of an underlying condition, and the best treatment will depend on what's causing it, how severe it is, whether it’s linked to hearing loss, and how much it affects your daily life.
Some of the more common causes of tinnitus include:
  • Some of the more common causes of tinnitus include:
  • Hearing loss
  • Exposure to loud noise
  • Earwax buildup or blockage
  • Abnormal bone growth in the ear
  • Meniere’s disease
  • Head or neck injuries
  • Benign tumors on the cranial nerve
  • Certain medications
  • Aging
  • Circulatory (vascular) issues
  • Stress or depression
     
To help pinpoint the cause of your tinnitus, your hearing care provider will take a detailed medical history and perform a comprehensive evaluation.​
Available Treatments
Depending on the underlying cause and individual factors, there are a variety of treatment options that can help manage tinnitus symptoms. These may include:
  • Hearing aids
  • Sound therapy
  • Counseling or specialized tinnitus management programs
Your hearing care provider will work with you to find an approach that best fits your needs and lifestyle.
Sound Therapy
Sound therapy, also known as acoustic therapy, uses external sounds to help shift your brain’s focus away from tinnitus. Over time, this can reduce the perceived intensity of the sound and lessen its emotional impact.
Hearing Aids
Hearing aids can be helpful for managing tinnitus—even if you don’t have noticeable hearing loss. Many models offer built-in masking features designed to reduce the perception of tinnitus and provide relief. When hearing loss is also present, these devices can support both needs at the same time
Tinnitus Retraining Therapy (TRT)
TRT, or habituation therapy, combines sound therapy with behavioral strategies to retrain your brain to perceive tinnitus differently. This therapy often includes counseling to help manage emotional challenges associated with tinnitus, such as stress, anger, or depression.
Ongoing Management
After initial treatment, continued care is important. This may include managing associated health conditions and continuing therapies to support overall health and reduce tinnitus symptoms over time.
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