Even without a Tinnitus diagnosis, keeping your ears clear and clean will help make sure you dont miss a sound. There are several options to consider – 1. Cotton Swab – This was mentioned in a previous podcast as a … Continue reading →

In the previous episodes, I talked about ways of dealing with tinnitus at night. One of the first things I tried was to get the sound from the Sound+Sleep as close to my ears as possible. I found the PillowSonic … Continue reading →

In the last episode, I mentioned the Sound+Sleep product that I use to help me get through the night. If you only experience Tinnitus in one ear, then you can position the device to be closest to the ear that … Continue reading →

Once you have been diagnosed with Tinnitus, one of the first things that will happen is that you may be fitted with some type of device for your ears. This could be some amplification in one or both ears or it could be a more advanced device that also has some masking functionality to help "hide" your tinnitus sound in such a way that your mind doesn't hear it. It might be something else entirely depending on what your ENT or hearing aid provider feels is best for your particular situation.

That helps you during the day but what about at night. Most of the solutions that I am aware of can't be left in the ear at night. This means as soon as you go to bed, your old buddy Tinnitus will be back in full form. I didn't realize until after I was diagnosed with Tinnitus how long I had been compensating for it and dealing with it at night. I had been leaving the TV on when I turned in for the night and then turning it off when I woke up some time during the night. This isn't an option in all cases.

One of the first solutions I found was a device from a company called Sound+Sleep. Granted there are a whole host of companies out there that produce a device that plays a variety of sounds from white/pink noise to rain. The folks at Sound+Sleep take this to an entirely different level.

In this episode of Tinnitus Chronicles, I bring things to a close for this particular series on earplugs and talk about a good headset to have, especially when you have a hard hat or safety hat to wear. I also discuss a set of 3M Peltor earplugs that offer a combination of fixed or variable sound suppression. I also talk about a handy hearing aid cleaner to have as part of your travel kit.

The links to all products are in the show notes on my website tinnitusmystory.com.

In this version of Tinnitus Chronicles, I talk about earplugs for a specific use. There are times that you want to hear what is going on around you. There are two types of earplugs that will reduce the pressure or loudness of the music/sound you want to hear and you can still enjoy the music/sound more than if you used hearing protection that offered maximum protection from loud sounds. Dubs is produced by the folks at Doppler Labs. One music publication, EarMilk, has mandated that hearing protection be worn by anyone who is representing the publication at any concert or outdoor event. When you look at the DopplerLabs website, it is impressive the amount of detail that they have gone into. While not giving away any trade secrets, they show you all of the parts that make up the product known as Dubs. They didn't have to do that but it gives you additional level of comfort to know that you are making an informed decision.

After Episode 4 of the podcast was released, I was contact by the folks at Macks. They gave me a link to videos on their website that show a way of inserting their earplug called the reach over technique. Here is the link to their videos - http://www.macksearplugs.com/instructional_videos.php. In this episode, I talk about a different earplug from Macks that reduces the sound pressure or loudness of what you are listening to but allows you to hear more of the actual music/audio than is possible with the higher isolation level of the Macks Earplugs I talked about in Episode 4.

In the 2nd segment of this podcast, I talk about a possible treatment option called the Serenity System from the folks at http://www.microtransponder.com. This is a device that is implanted much like a pacemaker. In this case, a lead is attached to the Vegas nerve which allows the device to work with your brain to lessen or eliminate the tinnitus sound that you hear.

After Episode 4 of the podcast was released, I was contact by the folks at Macks. They gave me a link to videos on their website that show a way of inserting their earplug called the reach over technique. Here is the link to their videos - http://www.macksearplugs.com/instructional_videos.php. In this episode, I talk about a different earplug from Macks that reduces the sound pressure or loudness of what you are listening to but allows you to hear more of the actual music/audio than is possible with the higher isolation level of the Macks Earplugs I talked about in Episode 4.

In the 2nd segment of this podcast, I talk about a possible treatment option called the Serenity System from the folks at http://www.microtransponder.com. This is a device that is implanted much like a pacemaker. In this case, a lead is attached to the Vegas nerve which allows the device to work with your brain to lessen or eliminate the tinnitus sound that you hear.

Dubs - http://www.tinnitusmystory.com/doppler

Macks Musical EarPlugs - http://www.tinnitusmystory.com/mackmusic

In Episode #4, I start a new series talking about the importance about using earplugs to protect from further hearing damage. In the episode I talk about Macks earplugs and my experience with them. I also discuss a new Tinnitus study available to the residents of Ireland. Detailed Shownotes are found on my website at http://www.tinnitusmystory.com.

In Tinnitus Chronicles Episode 3, I finish the conversation on batteries. This time I talk about the pros and cons of rechargeable batteries. With a background in Amateur Radio I have some experience with rechargeable batteries. Depending on the size of batteries that your devices use, rechargeable may be not as much help as you would think. I also talk about EarMilk and their requirement that everyone representing the publication wear earplugs to protect their hear. They have their folks using the Earbuds from Doppler Labs.

Welcome to Tinnitus Chronicles Episode #2. In this first part of a 2 part series, I discuss the different kinds of batteries you may be dealing with, and how to take care of them. There are 4 different types of batteries in this category and have been color coded to make it easier to remember their size and that you get the right one.

In the 1st part of this two part episode, I talk about a product that has potential for being able to treat your tinnitus. Since this is considered a medical device by US standards, it will have to be approved by the FDA. The graphic from the Tinnitus Tracks website gives you a rough idea of what their product does. You, in conjunction with your hearing aid provider, identify the tone or frequency of your tinnitus and that is removed from the music your are listening to. Your own tinnitus sound is used as part of the treatment process.

This is the Inaugural Episode for the Tinnitus Chronicles Podcast. The podcast picks up where my book "Tinnitus - How I deal with it" left off. With each episode, I will talk about what has changed since the book was released, what clinical trials has been announced and what treatments options are being evaluated. Where possible, I will also be doing interviews with industry leaders and professionals to help you my fellow tinnitus suffers have the latest, best information to help you manage your Tinnitus.

Please visit my website at http://www.tinnitusmystory.com for more information.