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Tinnitus Support Group – Covid 19 Tinnitus Recap

Tinnitus Recap: Do's and Don'ts During this time with Covid-19, we haven't been able to meet for our regular Tinnitus Support Group (we miss you guys!). So, while we are social distancing, I thought we could look back at the last 7 months and what we've learned in that time. Here are some Tinnitus recap do's and don't we've learned in regards to reducing and maintaining your Tinnitus.    Tinnitus Recap DO'S Use sound therapy for general flare-ups or when you can't wear your hearing aids (i.e. going to bed) Pet your fluffy family member! The act of stroking a dog, cat, etc. has a number of health benefits. For Tinnitus it can help by reducing your blood pressure or providing a distraction. Know that it's a disconnect between your brain and ears; it's not all in your head! Take breaks if you need it; that's okay! Watch out for your peak hours; you may be better say in the morning to be in groups or around noise. Try ear massage (using in acupuncture)! Watch the foods you eat; they might have more of an impact than you think. For triggers: Be prepared with strategies or avoid those situations. Tinnitus Recap DON'TS Avoid or reduce sugar. Not only will it be better for your waistline but your brain as well. For more foods that could influence your Tinnitus check out our session with a registered nutritionist. Think you're in this alone. You are not the only one experiencing and you have...

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Tinnitus: Ringing in the ears

Tinnitus: Ringing in the ears   Tinnitus is the formal name for the condition of ringing in the ears. Which comes from a Latin word meaning “to ring”. It’s the perception of sound with no actual external source. This occurs due to damage in the connection between the ear and the brain, so the brain, to fill in the silence, begins to create it's own sound. 1 in every 6 adults in North America has some form of Tinnitus.  This ‘ringing’ may also sound like... Humming Buzzing Whistling Clicking Hissing Two-toned It varies from person to person... What Causes the Ringing? Tinnitus is not itself a cause of the ringing, but a symptom of some other damage in some part of your ear. Causes may include: Damage or changes to your middle ear or the little bones in your ear Exposure to loud noise (i.e. construction or rock concerts) for a prolonged period of time Earwax buildup Meniere's Disease TMJ joint disorder or jaw problems caused by teeth grinding Chronic neck muscle tension or injury to the head/neck Some blood vessel disorders including high-blood pressure Ototoxic (ear damaging) medications. These medications including some antibiotics, cancer drugs, diuretics, certain antidepressants, aspirin taken in very high doses for a long time, and other drug.  Sometimes finding the cause can be difficult. Regardless, current treatments can be effective.  Tinnitus Triggers For some people, their Tinnitus can worsen by certain triggers in their environment. Some of them include: Barometric pressure (changes in environmental pressure usually before...

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Acupuncture for Tinnitus – Tinnitus Support Group

Tinnitus Support Group Recap – January 2020   First meeting of 2020! We have some great topics planned for this year! Special thank you to Jesse from Peterborough Acupuncture for joining us this month to discuss acupuncture for Tinnitus.  It is the hope that through this group, anyone with Tinnitus can join in to find support from others who have Tinnitus, learn about new therapies to try, test out some of them, and ultimately find hope in knowing they are not alone. Let’s dive into this month’s topic!   This Month’s Group This month we had 2 individuals with Tinnitus and their spouses join us, as well as Jesse, our guest speaker. Jesse has been practicing acupuncture for 12 years and treated many clients with Tinnitus.    These individuals have had Tinnitus for many years and tried out a variety of therapies to bring down the ringing. Both have tried acupuncture before with mixed results.    What is Acupuncture? Traditional Chinese Medicine is a holistic practice that includes acupuncture, herbs, massage, and exercises. It's a way of looking at the body and systems as an interconnected whole. In acupuncture, small needles (they don't hurt I promise!) are used to stimulate various points on the body. These points are on meridian connections, where systems and tissues meet. Each meridian has many activation points that correspond to nervous system receptors on the skin. The needle stimulates a vary precise spot to alert the brain to the systems connected to that spot.  Acupuncture is multi-leveled; working...

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Group Strategies & Family Support – Tinnitus Group Recap

Tinnitus Group Recap December 2019 Happy Holidays! Moving into December with all the festivities and family is an exciting time! For those living with Tinnitus, it can also be tricky with group environments. This month we discussed some group strategies and how partners can support in those situations. It is the hope that through this group, anyone with Tinnitus can join in to find support from others who have Tinnitus, learn about new therapies to try, possibly test out some of them out, and ultimately find hope in knowing they are not alone. Let’s dive into this month’s topic! This Month’s Group This month we were joined by 3 individuals with Tinnitus and their spouses. These individuals have all had Tinnitus for a number of years and tried out a variety of therapies to bring down the ringing. In groups, many of them already have strategies that work well for them. We also discussed some new tactics to try too. Holidays and Large Groups All of us could agree, we look forward to the holidays and seeing family. It's a wonderful time bringing everyone together... all the excitement, all the noise; talk about loud! With each person, their tolerance for loud environments varies - one can handle small groups of around 5-6 people max, another it's really only one-on-one. Knowing your limit can help you plan and prepare for those environments. Leaving the room for a few moments if it gets too loud (one individual goes and does the dishes as...

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Neurotherapy – Tinnitus Group Recap November 2019

Tinnitus Support Group Recap – November 2019 Back again! This month, our Tinnitus Support Group discussed Neurotherapy for Tinnitus. A very special thanks to Jennifer Sprague from MettaMorphosis Peterborough for introducing us to Neurotherapy and the work you do.   It is the hope that through this group, anyone with Tinnitus can join in to find support from others who have Tinnitus, learn about new therapies to try, test out some of them, and ultimately find hope in knowing they are not alone.   Let’s dive into this month’s topic!   This Month’s Group This month we had 2 individuals with Tinnitus and their spouses join us, as well as Jennifer, our guest speaker. These individuals have had Tinnitus for many years and tried out a variety of therapies to bring down the ringing. However, Neurotherapy is new to the group.   What is Neurotherapy? Neurotherapy, also called neurofeedback, biofeedback, or neuromodulation has to do with retraining electrical waves in the central nervous system (your brain and spinal cord). The goal is to have them work in a more natural, healthy, and rhythmic manner. If the activity in the brain is not optimally functioning, corresponding problems may reflect in our mental or physical health.   Jennifer described Neurotherapy as being like physiotherapy for the brain. After an injury, physical healing first needs to occur; once that happens the damaged area needs rehabilitation. This is done with electrical frequencies.   Another way to think about it is as a "mirror for the...

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Animal Therapy for Tinnitus – Support Group Recap

Tinnitus Support Group Recap - October 2019 Back again, where did September go! This month, our Tinnitus Support Group discussed and tried out animal therapy. A very special thanks to Lynda and Lana from East Central Therapy Dogs for coming in to see us.  It is the hope that through this group, anyone with Tinnitus can join in to find support from others who have Tinnitus, learn about new therapies to try, possibly test out some of them out, and ultimately find hope in knowing they are not alone.  Let's dive into this month's topic! This Month's Group This month we were joined by 3 individuals with Tinnitus and their spouses, as well as Lynda from East Central Therapy Dogs, who also happens to have Tinnitus herself.  These individuals have all had Tinnitus for a number of years and tried out a variety of therapies to bring down the ringing. Aside from Lynda, one member of our group has utilized animal therapy with a neighbour's dog. What is Animal Therapy? There is something about having a dog around.       With East Central Dog Therapy, a session looks a little like this. The individual gets about 15 minutes petting the dog and talking with the handler. In their program, handlers are trained in how to carry on a conversation and facilitate the time with the client and dog.         The simple act of stroking a dog, cat, or other animal can change a number of things in...

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