HEAR IN TEXAS
New Braunfels Tinnitus Specialists
You Don’t Have To Live With The Ringing In Your Ears
“The constant ringing in my ears is driving me out of my mind!”
If you’re experiencing the debilitating neurological condition known as tinnitus 24/7, then you’ll be glad to know that there are solutions.
Tinnitus affects about 75% of Americans in some form. In the majority of cases, the symptoms are temporary, occurring after being in a noisy stadium, a loud concert, a night in the club, or near an explosive event.
Those with chronic, ongoing tinnitus symptoms find it difficult to concentrate while working or studying, struggle to relax, or find it difficult to get a good night’s sleep. Chronic tinnitus does not cause you to lose your hearing but is often associated with damage to your hearing that leads to hearing loss.
Dr. Sally at Hear in Texas understands your struggle with tinnitus and is eager to provide answers about tinnitus as well as ongoing relief through management of the condition by a tinnitus expert.
What Is Tinnitus?
Tinnitus is a medical condition that causes the perception of sounds that are not actually present in your surrounding environment or a “phantom” perception that is generated somewhere along the auditory pathway. Tinnitus can present as a ringing in their head or ears while others experience buzzing, humming, crickets, or similar sounds.
The exact cause of tinnitus is not known, but many researchers recognize the condition as a neurological disease that is similar to “phantom limb” experienced by amputees.
Conditions that often coincide with tinnitus include damage to the inner ear (usually associated with hearing loss), a middle ear infection or buildup of fluid in the middle ear, Meniere’s Disease, and earwax buildup. Tinnitus can be linked to various ototoxic medications, high blood pressure, hyper/hypothyroidism, diabetes, and acoustic neuromas as well.
What Is Tinnitus?
How Can We Help With The Ringing In Your Ears?
Because of the way tinnitus negatively impacts your overall health and quality of life, finding relief from the condition is among our critical concerns. Without a definitive cause, there is no definitive cure nor a one-size-fits-all treatment or program for tinnitus management.Only by seeing a tinnitus specialist can your journey to relief begin.
A large number of products, services, and dietary practices claiming to cure tinnitus make it difficult to sort through what really works and what really doesn’t. Fortunately, Dr. Sally utilizes proven technologies and techniques in order to help reduce the impact of tinnitus on your life.
Hearing Aids or Masking Devices
Hearing loss and tinnitus are often found together. When this is the case, hearing aids usually provide the best solution, serving the dual role of improving hearing and reducing tinnitus symptoms. Electronic devices that generate noise capable of masking or covering up the sounds of your tinnitus are also available with hearing aids and in other forms in order to help divert your focus from your symptoms.
Counseling or Therapy
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is a form of counseling that has been thoroughly researched in relation to tinnitus management. CBT does not eliminate tinnitus, but it helps reduce your perception of tinnitus symptoms, providing you with the necessary coping techniques to reduce the impact of the condition on your well-being and lifestyle.
Tinnitus Relief Begins With A Tinnitus Evaluation
A tinnitus assessment is the first step to gaining control over your tinnitus symptoms. At Hear in Texas, our personalized tinnitus program includes:
• Comprehensive case history, including specific information regarding your condition, like how it is affecting your quality of life, any medications you’re taking or medical conditions you might have, or other factors known to present with tinnitus symptoms.
• Complete hearing evaluation to determine if your condition is associated with hearing loss.
• Tinnitus questionnaire and tinnitus evaluation measuring the loudness and pitch of your symptoms
• Tinnitus Handicap Inventory to determine the extent it impacts your lifestyle
• Discussion of appropriate treatment options.
In some cases, testing by ear, nose, and throat doctors is necessary to rule out other suspected vestibular or vascular medical conditions.
Tinnitus Relief Begins With A Tinnitus Evaluation
Helping You to Choose the Right Hearing Technology through our Partnerships with all Manufacturers
With each level of hearing loss and person that we help having their own unique set of circumstances, there is never a “one size fits all” approach.
That’s why we partner with every hearing aid manufacturer to ensure that we can always find the right solution for your unique needs.
This also means that we’re often front of the queue to get our hands on the latest hearing technology to ensure that you always have access to the latest developments.
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Four Ways to Optimize Your Hearing in 2025
Your hearing health is a cornerstone of your overall well-being. Staying informed about the latest advancements in audiology can help you make empowered decisions about your hearing care.
Optimizing your hearing in2025requires a comprehensive strategy that includes regular assessments, embracing new technologies, exploring advanced interventions like cochlear implants, and keeping an eye on cognitive health.
You’re in the right place – our team of experts is committed to providing you with personalized care that adapts to your evolving needs.
1.Comprehensive Hearing Tests
Understanding your auditory profile starts with acomprehensive hearing test, offering an in-depth look into your auditory capabilities.
Using state-of-the-art diagnostic equipment, these tests precisely measure the degree and type of hearing loss you might be experiencing, which serves as the foundation for crafting your tailored hearing care plan.
You can rest assured that our team of hearing care experts will guide you through your results, making sure you understand every aspect of your hearing condition so you can make proactive decisions that enhance your hearing health.
2.Advanced Hearing Aid Technology
The evolution of hearing aidsover recent years has been remarkable. These aren’t the cumbersome devices of the past; today’s hearing aids are sleek, connected, and come equipped with features such as Bluetooth streaming, rechargeable batteries, and adaptive sound environments.
Key advancements include machine learning capabilities that learn and adapt to your personal sound environments, providing seamless sound quality regardless of where you are.
This technology, partnered with expert advice and recommendations from your hearing care provider, empowers you to engage fully in social situations, keep professional connections, and enjoy personal leisure with greater ease and comfort.
3.Cochlear Implants
For individuals with a profound hearing loss, traditional hearing aids might fall short.Cochlear implantsoffer an innovative solution, bypassing damaged portions of the ear to directly stimulate the auditory nerve, offering a new auditory experience for those with severe hearing impairment.
The process includes a surgical procedure followed by extensive auditory training and rehabilitation. At Hear in Texas, you can rely on our support through each step of this journey, from the first consultation to post-implantation care, ensuring that you achieve optimal hearing results.
4.Cognitive Screenings
The connection between hearing and cognitive health is well-documented, and maintaining cognitive function is an essential part of overall health.
Regular cognitive screeningsare designed to detect early signs of cognitive decline, which hearing loss can accelerate; by providing a comprehensive understanding of how your auditory system might affect cognitive function, you can enhance your quality of life and mental well-being.
Addressing these aspects synergistically helps prevent potential secondary effects of hearing loss like social withdrawal and depression.
Start Your Hearing Health Journey
It’s never too late to start a journey, especially one as important as your hearing health!
You’re not just a patient to us; you are a valued part of our commitment to advancing hearing health.
Together, you can rely on us to help you navigate the complexities of hearing care, ensuring you enjoy the clarity and richness of sound that you deserve.
Request a callbackto get started with our team today or give us a call at(830) 360-2000.
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Tinnitus Assessment
If you or a loved one is struggling with the ringing, buzzing, or humming sound of tinnitus on a frequent or ongoing basis, the first step to managing the condition and preventing it from taking complete control over your life is to get the professional help you need from Hear in Texas.
Complete and submit the adjacent form to schedule a tinnitus assessment with a specialist and begin to take your life back from the ongoing frustration caused by tinnitus.
