How Much Would It Cost to See Dirk De Ridder?
- Thread starter Dubbyaman
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I spoke with him last Monday. He recommended Low-Dose Naltrexone (which I already take), Deanxit plus Clonazepan (I will give it a try), TENS on C2 cervical spine to stimulate neck nerves which reach Dorsal Cochlear Nucleus (kind of what Dr. Shore does).
He also said he expects his current trials with multichannel tDCS in New Zealand to show results within the next 6 months and, if successful, he plans to make it available in Belgium at Brai3n end of this year or early 2022.
Sentinel
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Good on him for getting solutions out there and giving people hope. That man is a Godsend.
- Dec 18, 2015
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I think a little bit yes, but it's not a big difference, maybe 10% reduction in volume.
- May 16, 2017
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- Syringing + Somatic tinnitus from dental work
I think Ridder's advice is too generic. Everyone has specific issues and cause. Has he even bothered to read and study specific research from other professionals? TENS can be helpful for some and dangerous for others - need testing first. Clonazepam is a serious drug and shouldn't be used by everyone.
- Dec 18, 2015
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I got prescription for 50 mg tablets which I cut at home in eight, giving 6-7 mg a portion.
- Jan 18, 2021
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There is a better way to do this. You want to mix it in a solution then use a dropper. It's the most accurate way to dose LDN and you are not limited to 6-7 mg. You can dose it down to whatever you want.
- Jul 7, 2020
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- Unknown/Stress
I spoke with Prof. Dirk De Ridder a few weeks back via Zoom. I was a bit disappointed as I expected more.
Basically after all his research, the only treatment he could offer is Deanxit and Clonezapam as a dual treatment, which to anyone is a scary road to go down med wise. As for his brain zapping work, it is largely geared at treating the anxiety and depression and nothing focused on eliminating the noise yet. I acknowledge he is undertaking trials on low dose Ketamine and HD-tDCS. Results should come out by year end. He acknowledges that his theories on tinnitus have been wrong in the past, and based on the track record on being wrong, I feel that his current theories may be misguided too, but hey who am I to argue with a Neurosurgeon.
Basically after all his research, the only treatment he could offer is Deanxit and Clonezapam as a dual treatment, which to anyone is a scary road to go down med wise. As for his brain zapping work, it is largely geared at treating the anxiety and depression and nothing focused on eliminating the noise yet. I acknowledge he is undertaking trials on low dose Ketamine and HD-tDCS. Results should come out by year end. He acknowledges that his theories on tinnitus have been wrong in the past, and based on the track record on being wrong, I feel that his current theories may be misguided too, but hey who am I to argue with a Neurosurgeon.
Can he prescribe these things? My doctors here in Denmark are not really willing to work with me on this.
- Dec 18, 2015
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Yes he does, but then I'm afraid they may not respect the prescription in Denmark and you would have to import these drugs from Belgium.
Director- Oct 24, 2017
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- 10/2017
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- one-sided hearing loss (of unknown origin)
Good news: We have now published our interview with Professor Dirk De Ridder as the latest episode of the Tinnitus Talk Podcast!
In our discussion, we cover at quite some length the type of treatments he offers at his clinic, which those of you in this thread who are thinking of going to see him will certainly find interesting
We hope you will find the episode informative; let us know down below once you've had a listen!
In our discussion, we cover at quite some length the type of treatments he offers at his clinic, which those of you in this thread who are thinking of going to see him will certainly find interesting
We hope you will find the episode informative; let us know down below once you've had a listen!
Good news: We have now published our interview with Professor Dirk De Ridder as the latest episode of the Tinnitus Talk Podcast!
In our discussion, we cover at quite some length the type of treatments he offers at his clinic, which those of you in this thread who are thinking of going to see him will certainly find interesting
We hope you will find the episode informative; let us know down below once you've had a listen!
This guy seems like such a dude!
Cheers @Markku and @Hazel for talking to him on our behalf.
Also to @Andrea Rings for the transcription (will be needing that), and @Autumnly for the... um... thing you did!!
- Oct 24, 2017
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- one-sided hearing loss (of unknown origin)
He's very engaging for sure!
Thanks!
She helps Markku with editing - she's actually a great video editor in her own right!and @Autumnly for the... um... thing you did!!
IntotheBlue03
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Happy for my EU counterparts but sad we have nothing comparable to these treatment options in the US. You are literally left to your own devices to survive and this is not working out very well for me.
IntotheBlue03
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@Ben Winders, hey, I just started LDN and have other issues I was hoping are impacting my development of tinnitus. Here's my situation:
- 36/F
- "Normal" audiograms (up to 16 kHz)
- Normal ABR/OAE/Tympanometry/Acoustic Reflex Tests
- Constant central high frequency head tinnitus
- Tinnitus (electrical/hissing similar to crickets/old CRT TV that oscillates with zinging/slicing quality) is reactive with hyperacusis (sound sensitivity, no pain)
- I have been diagnosed with POTS and suspect other autoimmune issues.
- I responded well to high dose 60 mg Prednisone for the first 3 days in which tinnitus & hyperacusis both resolved but returned during taper.
- Currently on 3 mg of LDN and will increase to 4.5 mg of LDN over the next few days.
T Toledo OH
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- Mar 12, 2020
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- Likely loud noise and earbuds
Please keep us posted on the LDN. I started but then had a spike, so I stopped but found out that I had COVID-19 so that may have caused the spike. Considering trying the LDN again.
IntotheBlue03
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@T Toledo OH, sorry to hear about the spike!
Honestly I know it's early but I'm already happy with the LDN 4 days in. Might be placebo but I'm waking up less sore. I'm going to continue it regardless because of autoimmune concerns but will keep you posted on any tinnitus effects. So far none I can detect.
Honestly I know it's early but I'm already happy with the LDN 4 days in. Might be placebo but I'm waking up less sore. I'm going to continue it regardless because of autoimmune concerns but will keep you posted on any tinnitus effects. So far none I can detect.
I have an appointment with Dirk this coming Wednesday.
What dose is he recommending for LDN? I am considering it for myself, but concerned about all those who have mentioned spikes from it...
IntotheBlue03
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Hey @DebInAustralia, just checking in to report I've had no spikes since starting LDN 2 weeks ago and I quickly ramped up to 5 mg in days.
Hope that helps, I am staying on this regardless with my autoimmune concerns.
P.S. are you having a virtual consult with Dirk? If this is available, I would love to register for one.
Hi Lovely,
Thanks for the update.
Glad to hear the LDN is helping your autoimmune condition. I hope with the increased dose, your tinnitus takes a hike.
Yes, I'll be speaking to Dirk in a couple of days. He is available (don't know his schedule though) for virtual consults.
You could try emailing his assistant. Here is her addie:
Tina.maheux@brai3n.com
IntotheBlue03
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IntotheBlue03
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- Dec 18, 2015
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- Noise induced, loud rock concert
- Dec 18, 2015
- 618
- 45
- Tinnitus Since
- 03/2015
- Cause of Tinnitus
- Noise induced, loud rock concert
