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Tinnitus Help With
Stress Relief & Stress Management.
Living with Stress and Tinnitus
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Stress is a natural response to many of life's challenges and can result from both positive and negative
experiences. Anything from a wedding, to a new job, or an illness can produce stress. In response to a stressful
or threatening situation, chemical changes occur which, in turn, cause physical changes in our body. Blood
vessels constrict, reducing circulation, and heart rate, breathing and blood pressure increase. When the situation
is resolved the body returns to its normal functioning levels. With tinnitus, the body often reacts as if it is being
threatened. When the tinnitus is constant and prolonged, the physical responses such as anxiety, depression
and insomnia can aggravate the tinnitus. Prolonged stress will make the tinnitus noises much louder than they
would be in a relaxed state. It is very important that people suffering from tinnitus learn to reduce stress levels as
part of their recovery. The following suggestions are based on recommendations from the American Tinnitus Association. All of these suggestions may be used in combination with other treatment methods such as
masking, Tinnitus Retraining Therapy, and/or the Arches Tinnitus Formulas.
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Cognitive Therapy
Cognitive therapy is a kind of counseling that is based on treating a patient's emotional reaction to tinnitus rather
than the tinnitus itself. It is designed to change the perception of tinnitus and identify and reduce negative
behaviors and thought patterns. Counseling programs are individually designed for patients in consultation with
the therapist.
Biofeedback
Biofeedback is a relaxation technique that teaches people to control certain automatic body functions such as
pulse and brainwave activity. The goal is to help people effectively cope with stressful situations, not by reducing
the stress but by reducing the body's physical reaction to it. Biofeedback instruments have electrodes that attach to the forehead and neck and measure such things as skin temperature, muscle
contractions and heart
rate. These measurements are electronically converted into blinking lights or audible beeps so patients can see
or hear their heart rate, temperature, etc. Patients are taught to relax while they are connected. When they are
successful at relaxing they hear slower beeps or see less frequent blinking lights. Eventually, patients learn to
control their physical tension without using the device.
Hypnotherapy
Hypnosis is a procedure in which a hypnotist suggests changes in thought, feelings, perceptions or behavior to
the person being hypnotized. The goal is to create an external focus, such as
thinking about a relaxing situation, to redirect the person's attention away from the tinnitus. The hypnotic state is not like being asleep; in fact it is more like being hyper-alert. Brain waves are as active during hypnosis as they are during full wakefulness.
Tinnitus patients benefit greatly from the deep relaxation afforded by one-on-one hypnosis. They can also be
easily trained to perform self-hypnosis which can accomplish the same goal.
Stress Reduction Ideas
Learn to relax. Progressive relaxation is one way to naturally relax the body. By tensing and untensing muscles throughout the
body, you can induce a thorough state of complete body relaxation. This will not make the tinnitus disappear but
it will help greatly in making you feel calmer, sleep better and be equipped to handle the stress without
worsening the tinnitus. Here is one method of progressive relaxation: Sit in a comfortable chair with eyes closed, arms on the armrest, palms down.
Breathe deeply and slowly a few times. Tighten each of the following muscles for 5 seconds, then release for 30 seconds:
-Clench both fists, then release.
-Press your back against the chair, then release.
-Tighten your abdomen, then release.
-Tighten your jaw, then release.
Focus on other muscles, one at a time, then tighten and release each one. Many books have been written about
relaxation. You Must Relax by Edmund Jacobson and The Relaxation Response by Herbert Benson are two
excellent books.
Breathe Deep
Abdominal breathing is a natural relaxant. To do this, lead with your waist as you breathe in. Breathe in through
your nose to the count of eight, slowly filling the diaphragm. Hold for the count of four then exhale slowly through
the mouth to the count of eight. Repeat at least five times.
Exercise several times a week
Take a walk, swim, play tennis or golf. Whatever kind of exercise you enjoy will make you feel stronger and is a
great way to work off stress and anxiety. If the exercise involves exposure to loud sound, remember to protect
your ears with earplugs or ear muffs. Some individuals say that exertion makes their tinnitus louder, however only temporarily.
Move - Tai Chi and yoga are two body movement disciplines that require you to slowly move, breathe and
stretch at the same time. These activities can relax tight muscles and improve circulation. They are an excellent
way to relax and firm up. Classes, videos, and books are available for all ages and physical abilities.
Sleep - Many people with tinnitus have trouble sleeping. Sleep is absolutely essential to keep your body fit and
relaxed. We advocate nearly anything that will help people get a good night's sleep. Make sure your bed is
comfortable, use a tabletop environmental sound machine and don't ingest anything in the evening that will keep
you awake. There are many relaxing teas on the market that will aid sleep. Melatonin and Kava Kava may be
helpful.
Take Arches Tinnitus Formulas
Tinnitus Relief Formula™, Tinnitus Stress Formula™ and the B-12 Formula™ will all be helpful in relaxing the
body. They have been clinically proven to reduce tinnitus symptoms and can be used with any of the above
techniques.
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