Acupuncture
and Tinnitus
Tinnitus
is a condition characterized by ringing within the ear when there's
no actual source of sound present. The strength of the associated
ringing can vary from a subtle ring to a loud, headache-inducing
noise that's difficult to shake. There may be hope for people with
tinnitus with healing methods like acupuncture, that has been proven
to relieve symptoms.
It's
estimated that upwards of 10-15 percent of the entire U.S. population
suffers from tinnitus. The good news is that most people tolerate it
well, with the condition having only a slight affect on their normal
daily life. However, about 1-2 percent of the population experience
severe cases of tinnitus, affecting their mood, sleep patterns and
even their general health.
Medical
experts continue to debate over what exactly causes tinnitus. There's
some belief that ototoxic drugs can damage the inner ear, increasing
the risk of tinnitus, while others believe its caused by a chemical
imbalance within the brain. The general consensus is that long-term
exposure to loud noise can lead to this condition, which is why
workers are often required to wear earmuffs or noise-canceling
headphones when operating heavy machinery.
People
who work in the following industries have a higher risk of developing
tinnitus:
- Construction
- Air travel
- Road work/repair crews
- Musicians
A
recent study conducted by researchers at the Clinic of Tinnitus of
the Department of Otorlarynology Head and Neck
Surgery found acupuncture to offer relief of
tinnitus symptoms. Researchers treated 76 patients with either
acupuncture or the placebo called sham acupuncture. While both groups
experienced an improvement in their symptoms, the group that received
acupuncture had a greater improvement in their symptoms, attesting to
the effectiveness of acupuncture.
“We
conclude that there was significant reduction of the counting of the
moments pre- and post-needling in both the groups, and in the group
study the reduction is greater that in the group control,”
wrote the study's researchers.
How
can acupuncture stop ringing within the ears? When your body's
natural energies are not flowing correctly, it can lead to a number
of diseases and illnesses, including tinnitus. Licensed
acupuncturists are trained in correcting these blockages by targeting
various acupuncture points within the body's meridians. When these
blockages are fixed, your body can return to its natural balance.
Give
me a call today to learn how you can get back on track to better
health!
Kathy E Thomas
Lake Premier Wellness Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine
2430 South Bay Street, Eustis, FL 32726
352-323-0795
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