subject: Remedy For Ringing Ears - Banish Tinnitus [print this page] In the United States, up to fifteen percent of the population suffers from tinnitus, known colloquially as "ringing in the ears." In most cases, it is due to damage to the microscopic endings of the hearing nerve in the inner ear, commonly from exposure to loud noise. Other causes include allergy, high or low blood pressure, a tumor, diabetes, thyroid problems, or an injury to the head or neck. Moreover, in many cases it is not a serious problem, but rather a nuisance that eventually resolves. It is extremely unpleasant and often interferes with enjoyment of music. It can make verbal communication impossible and can cause depression. What, now, is the remedy for ringing ears?
There are certain drugs that are known to manage tinnitus, including GABA-A receptor agonists, anticonvulsants, neuromuscular blocking drugs, histamine, vasodilators, and diuretics. Other treatment modalities include surgery, biofeedback, stress reduction, hearing aids, cranial sacral therapy, electrical stimulation, surgically severing the auditory nerves, hyperbaric oxygen therapy, feedback therapy, auditory integration training, and sound therapy.
In some cases, alternative therapies such as meditation, acupuncture, and hypnotherapy have also been proven successful. Moreover, some herbs like feverfew and ginkgo biloba have been reported as being effective. Ginkgo biloba, for example, works by acting as a vasodilator. This herb may improve blood circulation in regions near the cochlea that have been stressed by noise trauma.
Some people have claimed that they were able to reduce their tinnitus by implementing healthy changes to their eating habits and lifestyle. Tinnitus patients must avoid foods like saturated fats, dairy products, sugar, salt, processed foods, and the like because all these food items tend to aggravate the condition. They should also engage in exercises, as it improves blood flow to the structures of the ear.
Indeed, there are various types of remedy for ringing ears, and it's simply up to you to find out which one works best.
