Published in the journal Frontiers in Public Health, the research found that 40% of those displaying symptoms of COVID-19 simultaneously experience a worsening of their tinnitus. Although the study focused on people with pre-existing tinnitus, a small number of participants also reported that their condition was initially triggered by developing COVID-19 symptoms, suggesting that tinnitus could be a ‘long-COVID’ symptom in some cases. Hearing aids can help sufferers with Tinnitus. They can be effective when used alone or as part of a larger package of care, say the British Tinnitus Association.

The BTA says that hearing loss is a common factor underlying tinnitus, although some people with normal hearing may also experience tinnitus. Loss of hearing is often an unnoticeable and gradual process and many people are surprised when they are told that they have a hearing loss. It is quite common for people to assume incorrectly that it is their tinnitus rather than their hearing loss that is causing hearing difficulties. For many people, tinnitus may be related to sound deprivation, for example hearing loss. The aim of fitting hearing aids is to correct any such hearing loss with the possibility that this may help reduce the tinnitus. Hearing aids should be worn throughout your waking hours to gain maximum benefit.

Since the introduction of digital hearing aids there can be more accurate tailoring of hearing aids to an individual and this has brought about an increase in the beneficial effect of hearing aids for tinnitus. Here at Ridgways Hearing Care, our audiologists can help you. We offer a free initial consultation to allow us to learn more about your hearing issues before offering to work with you to find the best available solution. We are independent and will find the best available solution from a wide range of suppliers.

Call to make an appointment on 01782 622545, email ridgwayshearing@outlook.com.