If you experience a constant ringing, buzzing, or hissing sound in your ears — a condition known as tinnitus — you’re not alone. Millions of people around the world live with tinnitus, and for many, it can be frustrating and affect daily life. The good news? Modern hearing aids can do much more than improve hearing — they can also help reduce or mask tinnitus and bring relief.
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Understanding Tinnitus
Tinnitus is not a disease itself but a symptom of an underlying issue, such as hearing loss, ear injury, or exposure to loud noises. The sound can vary — some hear ringing, others hear hissing, roaring, or even clicking.
Common causes include:
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Prolonged exposure to loud sounds
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Age-related hearing loss
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Earwax buildup or ear infections
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Certain medications or health conditions
When hearing loss occurs, the brain compensates for the missing sounds by increasing sensitivity to certain frequencies — this overactivity may result in the perception of tinnitus.
How Hearing Aids Help with Tinnitus
Hearing aids are one of the most effective, non-invasive treatments for managing tinnitus. Here’s how they help:
1. Amplifying External Sounds
By improving overall hearing, hearing aids make external sounds louder and clearer. This helps mask the internal ringing, making tinnitus less noticeable.
2. Restoring Auditory Stimulation
When the brain receives more sound input, it no longer needs to “fill in the gaps” with tinnitus noises. Over time, this can reduce the brain’s focus on tinnitus.
3. Built-in Tinnitus Masking Programs
Modern digital hearing aids, such as Phonak, Signia, and ReSound, come with tinnitus management features. These can generate soothing sounds — like ocean waves or soft tones — to blend with the tinnitus, helping you relax and focus better.
4. Improving Mental Health
Tinnitus often causes stress, anxiety, and sleep issues. By improving hearing clarity and masking unwanted sounds, hearing aids can help reduce stress levels and improve overall well-being.
Best Hearing Aids for Tinnitus Relief
Some advanced models specifically designed to manage tinnitus include:
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Phonak Audéo Lumity / Infinio Series – Equipped with Tinnitus Balance sound therapy.
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Signia AX / IX Series – Offers Notch Therapy and custom sound generators.
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ReSound ONE & Omnia – Includes ReSound Relief app integration for personalized tinnitus sound therapy.
At VR Speech and Hearing Clinic, our specialists can help program these devices according to your tinnitus profile, hearing loss, and comfort preferences.
Additional Tinnitus Management Tips
In addition to using hearing aids, you can also try:
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Avoiding loud noise exposure
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Reducing caffeine and alcohol intake
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Managing stress through relaxation techniques or yoga
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Practicing sound therapy or mindfulness exercises
Conclusion
Yes — hearing aids can absolutely help with ringing in the ears. They don’t just improve hearing; they provide relief from tinnitus and help you live more comfortably.
If you’re experiencing constant ringing or buzzing sounds, visit VR Speech and Hearing Clinic for a comprehensive hearing and tinnitus evaluation.