Audiologist Recommends Listening to Soothing Sounds Using Earbuds for Tinnitus Relief

[David59]

Over the past 6 weeks, I've been dealing with a significant tinnitus spike which I'm concerned is becoming permanent, combined with onset of hyperacusis (high noise sensitivity, but fortunately not painful).

I went to an audiologist. He recommended I get open ear buds, and start listening to "soothing sounds"(relaxing music, ocean waves) for relief.

I have avoided headphones and earbuds for years, because of concerns over further damage to hearing.

Thoughts on this recommendation?

 

[Digital Doc]

Continue to avoid the earbuds. Could try to listen at low volume via a regular speaker.

 

[Sandra Menzie]

Didn't work for me. Could still hear the ringing. I use a sound pillow instead.