Hearing aids and Tinnitius reduction

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Dunc - 18 Feb 2005 05:39 GMT

It looks like I will be getting hearing aids as my hearing loss is enough
that I miss parts of conversations. And my T helps mask some of the
conversations as well.

My Dr indicates that the increased background sound from the hearing aid
should help mask some of my T
And he also says that with some folks, after wearing the Aid for a while
that there is a residual masking effect that helps even when you are not
wearing the aid. (Like when your sleeping)

My question is what Hearing aids have members of the group used and have you
had good success?

I have heard good things about the Canta 7 BTE Model 770-D Open. It is
made by GN ReSound. www.gnresound.com

I would be especially interested to know experiences folks may have had with
that instrument or company.

Thanks

Dunc

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Murray Grossan - 18 Feb 2005 06:42 GMT

On 2/17/05 9:39 PM, in article 66qdnfuy3J3l4ojfRVn-sg@centurytel.net, "Dunc"

> It looks like I will be getting hearing aids as my hearing loss is enough
> that I miss parts of conversations. And my T helps mask some of the
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>
> Dunc

There really are no bad hearing aids made today. Most are digital and work
well. The key is the fitting and this depends on the hearing aid person to
make the correct choice and adjust the device for you.
Some newer ones have amazing bells and whistles but the hearing aid person
can advise you on which is best for you.
Try to make your purchase where you live, as several trips will be
necessary.
Probably your doctor can receommend a dealer for you.

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Skycloud - 18 Feb 2005 10:40 GMT

> It looks like I will be getting hearing aids as my hearing loss is enough
> that I miss parts of conversations. And my T helps mask some of the
> conversations as well.
>
> My Dr indicates that the increased background sound from the hearing aid
> should help mask some of my T

Good advice from my own experience, even more so if the aid gives a boost at
the actual tinnitus frequencies.

> And he also says that with some folks, after wearing the Aid for a while
> that there is a residual masking effect that helps even when you are not
> wearing the aid. (Like when your sleeping)

True also, though for me the effect doesn't last long enough to cover a
night's sleep. So I made a device to gently top up this residual inhibition
effect, continually.

> My question is what Hearing aids have members of the group used and have you
> had good success?

I used a little amplifier+earpieces which I modified for the purpose rather
than a proprietary hearing aid. The tinnitus reduction effect is excellent.

Basically it seems that anything that can keep the frequency channel
occupied by the tinnitus 'open', by giving it extra stimulation, is a good
thing. In my case, this can be achieved either through being exposed to high
frequency noise on this band (it need only be quiet) or by boosting the
equivalent high-pitched components of sound from the outside world.

Steve O

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Ben - 18 Feb 2005 22:13 GMT

> My question is what Hearing aids have members of the group used and have you
> had good success?

If and when you get the aids fitted do make sure they are programmed for
your specific hearing loss. Mine weren't, and they made my tinnitus go
backwards YEARS!! :( I am only just beginning to get used to the T again
after nearly 4 years (since having aids), so please take care, and good
luck!

Ben

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