Personalized Care 
for Tinnitus Relief

Tinnitus is the perception of sound without an external source. Many describe it as ringing in the ears, though it can also take the form of buzzing, humming, hissing, clicking, or whooshing. The sounds may be constant or occasional, soft or loud, and they can affect one ear or both. Tinnitus is most often linked to age-related hearing decline or long-term exposure to loud noise. Because every experience is different, recognizing these common patterns can be an important first step toward seeking professional support.

Tinnitus and hearing loss are often connected. Many people who experience tinnitus also have some degree of hearing loss, even if they haven’t noticed it yet. When the brain receives fewer sound signals due to hearing loss, it may “fill in the gaps” by creating phantom sounds, which we perceive as ringing, buzzing, or humming. Not everyone with tinnitus has hearing loss, but the two conditions frequently occur together.  A professional hearing evaluation can determine whether hearing loss is present and provide clear recommendations for the next steps in managing your hearing health.

Tinnitus can be associated with a variety of factors. Common causes include:

• Age-related hearing decline
• Long-term noise exposure
• Earwax buildup
• Side effects of certain medications
• Ear or head injuries
• Chronic conditions such as high blood pressure or diabetes
• Structural or circulatory issues in the ear

A professional hearing assessment can determine whether hearing loss is present, but it cannot identify every possible cause of tinnitus. If you experience tinnitus in one ear only (unilateral tinnitus), we recommend consulting a physician or an Ear, Nose, and Throat specialist (ENT) to rule out other potential medical conditions.

For clients with hearing loss, hearing aids with tinnitus relief features may be recommended. These devices can help the brain refocus on everyday sounds, making tinnitus less noticeable and improving overall comfort and quality of life.

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Tinnitus itself is not a disease, but it can interfere with focus, sleep, and emotional well-being, often making daily life more challenging. While there is no single cure, effective relief is possible. For many people, tinnitus is also one of the earliest signs of hearing changes.

At Central Hearing, we recommend that clients who experience unilateral tinnitus be referred to a physician or an Ear, Nose, and Throat specialist (ENT) to rule out other potential causes. For those with hearing loss, hearing aids with tinnitus relief features can be an effective solution, helping the brain refocus on everyday sounds, reducing awareness of tinnitus, making tinnitus less noticeable and improving overall comfort and quality of life.  

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Hearing aids can be an effective tool for tinnitus relief, especially when hearing loss is also present. By amplifying external sounds, they reduce the contrast between environmental noise and the internal ringing or buzzing caused by tinnitus. Many modern hearing aids also include dedicated tinnitus relief features which help shift your focus away from the tinnitus. With the right fitting and ongoing support, hearing aids can make tinnitus less noticeable and improve overall quality of life.  

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