Use Your Brain To Tackle Tinnitus Wednesday, March 1, 2017 Tinnitus (NAPS)—Approximately 80 percent of people with hearing loss also suffer from tinnitus—a ringing, buzzing, whistling or other noises in the ear. It can disruptlife and interfere with your enjoyment of everyday activities, but you canfindrelief. ‘a Sometimes, the problem with hearing loss is not just that you can't hear soundsthatare there,it’s that you can hear soundsthatare not. Hearingaids have proven helpful for people with hearing loss who also experience tinnitus. That's because with better hearing, the brain has other external sounds to listen to, makingtinnitus less disturbing. Improved hearing also takes away the strain of listening, especially in difficult listening situations, and may help to reduce thestress associated with tinnitus. Refocusing the Brain ‘There are many ways to take control of your tinnitus and reduce its impact on yourlife. Oticon Opn™ hearing aids offer the benefits of a balanced and rich sound experience that doesn’t overload the brain and a powerful solution for tinnitus relief. With built-in Tinnitus SoundSupport, the hearing aids allow you benefit from a range of soothing relief sounds, including popular ocean and nature sounds. You can adjust the sounds until they give the relief you need—whereveryoufind yourself needing it. You can also wirelessly stream alternative tinnitus relief options, such as yourfavorite music, audio books, pod- casts, or even relaxation guidesdirectly to yourhearingaids. Hearing Care Is Health Care It makes good sense to take care of your hearing health, just as you do the rest ofyour health. You oweit to yourself to schedule a visit with a hearing care professional for a hearing evaluation. Learn more at www.Oticon.com/ Opn. --- PHOTOS --- File: 20190801-012134-20190801-012132-86177.pdf.jpg --- FILES --- File: 20190801-012132-86177.pdf