Healing at the Speed of Light Laser Therapy and Tinnitus
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Aug 28, 2023 A podcast discusses a study on laser therapy for tinnitus, exploring vacuum therapy and its purpose. It explores different types of tinnitus, its association with hearing loss, and various risk factors. The podcast also discusses the different treatment groups in the study, the regimens they received, and highlights the comparison between the laser therapy group and others. Laser therapy units and caution against combining with medications are also discussed.
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Tinnitus Defined
- Tinnitus is the conscious awareness of sound without an external auditory stimulus.
- It can be short-term, episodic, or chronic, and its severity varies.
Tinnitus and Hearing Loss
- Exposure to sounds above 85 decibels can progressively damage hearing, leading to hearing loss and tinnitus.
- Hearing loss frequently accompanies tinnitus, with 85-96% of tinnitus patients experiencing some level of hearing loss.
Tinnitus Risk Factors
- Factors like smoking, hypertension, diabetes, poor lifestyle, age, and occupational noise exposure can contribute to tinnitus.
- Protecting your ears from loud noises is crucial in preventing tinnitus and hearing loss.