Tinnitus Treatment

Tinnitus Evaluation and Care

Are you bothered by a constant ringing, buzzing, or humming sound in your ears that no one else seems to hear? You may be experiencing tinnitus, and you’re not alone. Many people in our community (especially those who have been around loud noise or have hearing loss) struggle with tinnitus. The good news is, help is available right here in Ottawa. At Hometown Hearing Center, we provide compassionate and effective tinnitus treatment to help you regain control and find some peace and quiet.

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What is Tinnitus?

Tinnitus is often described as “ringing in the ears,” but it can also sound like whistling, hissing, chirping, or whooshing. It’s a perception of sound with no external source. Tinnitus itself is not a disease but usually a symptom of an underlying issue. Commonly, it goes hand-in-hand with hearing loss or prolonged noise exposure. It can also be related to ear infections, certain medications, or other health conditions. Our audiologist is skilled at evaluating tinnitus, which includes checking your hearing and discussing your medical history to identify possible causes or triggers.

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How We Treat & Manage Tinnitus

While tinnitus can be frustrating, there are strategies to manage it and reduce its impact on your life. When you come in for a tinnitus consultation at our Ottawa clinic, here’s how we can help:

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Comprehensive Tinnitus Evaluation

We begin with a detailed assessment that includes a hearing test and tinnitus-specific evaluations to identify the pitch, loudness, and impact of the sound you’re experiencing. We’ll discuss when you notice it most, what makes it better or worse, and how it affects your sleep, mood, or daily life.

 

Personalized Treatment Plan

Tinnitus isn’t the same for everyone, so your care shouldn’t be either. If you have hearing loss, properly fitted hearing aids often provide relief by amplifying everyday sounds and reducing the contrast with your tinnitus. Many devices also include built-in tinnitus masking features like white noise or ocean waves, which we’ll program to fit your needs.

 

Sound Therapy & Stress Management

We may recommend ambient sound machines or apps for nighttime use, along with strategies like deep breathing or mindfulness to reduce stress, a known trigger for tinnitus.

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Ongoing Support

Tinnitus management is a process, and we’re here for you. We’ll adjust your hearing aids as needed, monitor your progress, and provide continued guidance. Many patients find that over time, their tinnitus becomes far less disruptive.

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One of the most important things to know about tinnitus is that you don’t have to “just live with it.” As your local hearing healthcare providers, we’ve helped numerous people in Ottawa find relief. We stay up-to-date on the latest tinnitus research and solutions, so we can bring those benefits to our community.

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If tinnitus is ringing in your ears and ringing alarm bells in your life, let’s tackle it together. Come in for a consultation to discuss your tinnitus. We’ll listen, we’ll evaluate, and we’ll start working on a plan to give you relief. Contact us today to schedule an appointment for tinnitus evaluation and management.