I had a lidocaine trigger point injection on my lower neck and shoulder..... first time I can actually say that something has worked on lowering my tinnitus. I have had tinnitus for about 2 years and I have seriously lost count on how many physicians, specialists, naturalists, TMJ specialists, MRI, MRA, diagnostic tests, supplements, detox, acupuncture, herbs, yoga, spiritual gurus, gluten free, grain free, dairy free, sugar free, and all other 20+ list I have tried. I told myself if something is to work on my tinnitus, I will share my experience on this forum. The success stories by others have helped me pass some dark days.
It obviously took me a while to find something that I can actually say it works. I went to see a rheumatologist a few days ago, and got a trigger points injection on my shoulder and lower neck (doctor described my pain was caused by myofascial trigger points in trapezius muscle). Doc also said that the injection may help reduce my tinnitus, and if not, the neck pain at the minimum. He was right on both, the volume on both ears decrease significantly by 60-70%. Tinnitus hasn't went away completely and I heard people saying that the reduction maybe temporary. REGARDLESS....for however long this will last, I am extremely grateful for a huge break! It also serves as a proof that there is something out there that can help lowering and eliminating the volume. At least I know my tinnitus is connected to nerves and neck, not strawberries and avocado (you know what I mean....)
Initially, I was going to cancel my rheumatologist appointment, I just got so tired seeing doctors that didn't help. Plus, I didn't even know that rheumatologist was, and he was referred by my ophthalmologist (I know, sounds weird). But If you have already seen by at least 3 ear specialists and 5 ENTs like me, maybe you can book an appointment with other non-ear related specialists. I can also contest to the common statement that you (actually it's your brain) will eventually adapt and habituate to the sound, and the first year is the hardest. I know how you feel, I mean it,....but all the worries, fears, and sadness can be significantly reduce or gone, because T does get better with time, and DON't give up finding ways to help yourself.
The Rheumatologist also prescribed naltrexone 1.5 mg (need certain pharmacy to make it at this low dosage). I have not use it yet, will let you know if it helps.
It obviously took me a while to find something that I can actually say it works. I went to see a rheumatologist a few days ago, and got a trigger points injection on my shoulder and lower neck (doctor described my pain was caused by myofascial trigger points in trapezius muscle). Doc also said that the injection may help reduce my tinnitus, and if not, the neck pain at the minimum. He was right on both, the volume on both ears decrease significantly by 60-70%. Tinnitus hasn't went away completely and I heard people saying that the reduction maybe temporary. REGARDLESS....for however long this will last, I am extremely grateful for a huge break! It also serves as a proof that there is something out there that can help lowering and eliminating the volume. At least I know my tinnitus is connected to nerves and neck, not strawberries and avocado (you know what I mean....)
Initially, I was going to cancel my rheumatologist appointment, I just got so tired seeing doctors that didn't help. Plus, I didn't even know that rheumatologist was, and he was referred by my ophthalmologist (I know, sounds weird). But If you have already seen by at least 3 ear specialists and 5 ENTs like me, maybe you can book an appointment with other non-ear related specialists. I can also contest to the common statement that you (actually it's your brain) will eventually adapt and habituate to the sound, and the first year is the hardest. I know how you feel, I mean it,....but all the worries, fears, and sadness can be significantly reduce or gone, because T does get better with time, and DON't give up finding ways to help yourself.
The Rheumatologist also prescribed naltrexone 1.5 mg (need certain pharmacy to make it at this low dosage). I have not use it yet, will let you know if it helps.
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