Physiotherapy for Tinnitus

Physiotherapy for Tinnitus Burnaby Vancouver BC

 

Tinnitus is a perception of noise or sound (ringing, buzzing, hissing, whistling, etc.) experienced by certain individuals in the absence of an external sound source. The National Library of Medicine reports that it is significantly more common than most realize, with about 37% of adult Canadians (more than nine million people) experienced tinnitus through a given year. For most, it’s a fleeting experience although a notable 7% of the population indicates that the condition chronically bothersome, affecting their ability to sleep, concentration, and general mood. It’s this population segment that has heard about the benefits of physiotherapy for tinnitus, and are searching for a physiotherapist near them who is qualified to provide relief. Are you among this group? If located anywhere in the Greater Vancouver BC area you can book an appointment at our Burnaby clinic for an assessment and to begin treatment, or you can read ahead beforehand for further insight.

Why You Have Tinnitus and Why Our Physiotherapy Clinic is Where to Come for Help

Common Causes of Tinnitus

Removing underlying medical conditions (i.e. hypothyroidism) and medications (i.e. high-dose aspirin and certain antibiotics) which need to be addressed by a physician, the following musculoskeletal, acute, and repetitive exposure issues may have caused or contributed to you exhibiting tinnitus:

  • Prolonged exposure to loud noises can damage the delicate hair cells in the inner ear, leading to tinnitus. For this reason it is relatively common among construction and factory workers, musicians, et cetera.

  • Hearing loss from age is also associated with tinnitus.

  • Infections of the middle or inner ear can cause inflammation and damage that results in tinnitus.
  • Head trauma (head or ear) can damage the auditory system and lead to tinnitus.
  • Temporomandibular joint (the joint connecting the jaw to the skull) disorder can cause tinnitus.

How Our Clinic Will Help

While there is currently no cure for tinnitus, physiotherapy treatments can help manage the symptoms of tinnitus that are related to musculoskeletal issues in the head, neck, and jaw (i.e. TMJ disorder) resulting in an improved quality of life. Physiotherapist-guided exercises, stretching, manual therapy, and postural training all play a key role. Our full-service clinic may also employ electrical stimulation or other modalities which can be particularly helpful for individuals who struggle with somatosensory tinnitus (those linked to the head and neck). Meanwhile, the National Library of Medicine indicates that TCM acupuncture has a positive and effective impact on the condition.

 

Learn to better manage tinnitus through physiotherapy. Email, call, or click here to make an appointment at our Burnaby BC clinic.

Alleviate Tinnitus Through Physiotherapy

(Burnaby and Vancouver residents)

CALL: 604.558.2273

EMAIL: [email protected]

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