How To Treat Tinnitus Effectively

White Noise Machines

White noise machines help mask the constant ringing in the ears patients with tinnitus experience. Several types of these machines are available in drugstores and at specialty stores, and doctors may be able to recommend particular kinds that could be especially helpful in treating the patient's symptoms. Generally, a process of trial and error can help in finding the most appropriate white noise machine for the patient's needs. These machines may play noises that sound like static, and some also play sounds from nature, including birds chirping, rain, thunderstorms, and gentle rivers.

It can be especially beneficial to use these machines at night. While it may not always be possible for the patient to use their machine at work, playing white noise sounds through headphones might be soothing during the workday. In this case, patients may wish to purchase CDs or digital files of different white noise sounds, and many white noise playlists are available online for free. Some patients have found pink noise helps them just as much as white noise, and patients could choose to experiment with both of these to find the option that works best for their needs.