{"id":225,"date":"2020-11-18T18:10:23","date_gmt":"2020-11-18T23:10:23","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/elevateaudiology.fm1.dev\/tinnitus-overview\/tinnitus-evaluations\/"},"modified":"2022-09-26T14:20:33","modified_gmt":"2022-09-26T18:20:33","slug":"tinnitus-evaluations","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/elevateaudiology.com\/tinnitus\/tinnitus-evaluations\/","title":{"rendered":"Tinnitus Evaluations"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"wp-block-media-text alignwide has-media-on-the-right is-stacked-on-mobile js-intersect\"><figure class=\"wp-block-media-text__media\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"480\" height=\"591\" src=\"https:\/\/elevateaudiology.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/iStock-518427822_web.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-24603 size-full\"\/><\/figure><div class=\"wp-block-media-text__content\">\n<script type=\"application\/ld+json\">\n{\n  \"@context\": \"https:\/\/schema.org\",\n  \"@type\": \"FAQPage\",\n  \"mainEntity\": [{\n   \"@type\": \"Question\",\n    \"name\": \"What happens during a tinnitus evaluation?\",\n    \"acceptedAnswer\": {\n      \"@type\": \"Answer\",\n      \"text\": \"During a tinnitus evaluation, an audiologist will typically administer an in-depth review of your medical history, a complete physical examination of your auditory system, a pure tone and ultra-high frequency audiometry test, speech reception and word recognition tests, and otoacoustic emissions test.\"\n }\n }, {\n    \"@type\": \"Question\",\n    \"name\": \"What hearing assessment is performed for tinnitus?\",\n    \"acceptedAnswer\": {\n      \"@type\": \"Answer\",\n      \"text\": \"Audiometric evaluations for tinnitus typically focus on high frequency sounds between 2000 and 4000 Hz. An otoacoustic emissions test can provide a strong indicator for tinnitus as studies have found emissions can be diminished in those with tinnitus and hearing loss.\"\n }\n }, {\n    \"@type\": \"Question\",\n    \"name\": \"How will tinnitus related questionnaires be completed?\",\n    \"acceptedAnswer\": {\n      \"@type\": \"Answer\",\n      \"text\": \"Because tinnitus can be difficult to pinpoint, questionnaires can help to identify causes that a patient may not have considered. The Tinnitus Functional Index is designed to identify the impact of tinnitus on areas from sleep to the ability to relax. The Tinnitus Handicap Inventory can help determine the perceived impact tinnitus is having on a patient\u2019s daily life.\"\n }\n}\n ]\n  }\n<\/script>\n\n\n\n<p>For those suffering from tinnitus:&nbsp;<strong>How you feel today is not how you will feel in the future. There is hope and we are here for you.<\/strong><br><br><strong>Purpose:&nbsp;<\/strong>Learn about YOUR tinnitus and how it affects your life, as well as possible causes for your tinnitus and strategies for relief and management.<br><br>Please bring a close relative (spouse, adult child, etc) to your appointment to get the most out of our time together. Having a support network to help you is invaluable.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Tinnitus is often described as a ringing in the ears, but can also sound like hissing, buzzing, roaring, sizzling, clicking or other noise. Tinnitus can manifest as an acute symptom lasting just a few days, or a chronic or recurring symptom lasting weeks, months or years.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/elevateaudiology.com\/tinnitus\/\" data-type=\"URL\" data-id=\"https:\/\/elevateaudiology.com\/tinnitus\/\">Tinnitus is a symptom<\/a> of a wide range of health conditions and it is often benign. It can occasionally point to a more serious problem that needs professional medical attention which will be determined during your evaluation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>During a tinnitus evaluation, we will typically administer:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul><li><strong>Otoscopy<\/strong><br>We use an otoscope to visualize your outer ear and ear canal and remove any wax, if necessary. You can see inside your own ear, too!<\/li><li><strong>Audiometry<\/strong><br>What we like to call the \u201cboring beeps\u201d. It\u2019s a standard measurement to identify the type (conductive, sensorineural, or mixed), shape, and degree of your hearing loss (normal, mild, moderate, severe, and profound or a mixture of several based on frequency). Don\u2019t worry, we\u2019ll pick a stimulus so you can separate our exam sounds from your tinnitus.<\/li><li><strong>Speech evaluation<\/strong><br>A variety of speech measurements to assess your speech understanding abilities in quiet and in noise at various volumes.<\/li><li><strong>Immittance Evaluation<\/strong><br>Depending on your history and various exam scores, it may be necessary to measure your eardrum movement and acoustic reflex pathways.<\/li><li><strong>Tinnitus Measurement<\/strong><br>Depending on your needs, a full tinnitus measurement may be performed. We will measure the pitch and volume of your subjective tinnitus and determine your brain\u2019s reaction to certain stimuli.<\/li><li><strong>Education<\/strong><br>Based on your test results and your tinnitus perception, we will discuss management options that are appropriate for you. Counseling for tinnitus can vary significantly based on each individual\u2019s needs. You are as much a part of this decision as we are.<\/li><li><strong>Initial Treatment Plan<\/strong><br>We will learn more about your lifestyle, desires, and preferences and make recommendations to get you back to living your best life. Tinnitus is typically a chronic condition but it CAN be managed through a variety of techniques. We will teach you about your options- there is hope! We may try some options while you\u2019re in the office. We will also make any appropriate referrals to other healthcare partners, if necessary.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>If you\u2019re one of the five percent of Americans suffering from tinnitus that is \u201cmoderately to significantly annoying,\u201d it\u2019s a great idea to schedule an appointment to get answers and resources to improve your quality of life. Dr. Tarvin specializes in tinnitus evaluation and management.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-media-text alignwide is-stacked-on-mobile js-intersect\"><figure class=\"wp-block-media-text__media\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"480\" height=\"591\" src=\"https:\/\/elevateaudiology.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/Elevate-Audiology-8_web.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-24591 size-full\"\/><\/figure><div class=\"wp-block-media-text__content\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What to Expect During an Evaluation<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>When evaluating a patient with tinnitus, we have several goals we hope to accomplish:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul><li>Identify the underlying cause of your tinnitus symptoms<\/li><li>Determine if your tinnitus is subjective or objective<\/li><li>Evaluate how your tinnitus is affecting your speech reception<\/li><li>Assess whether you\u2019re experiencing hyperacusis (sound sensitivity)<\/li><li>Pinpoint the frequency and loudness of the sound you\u2019re hearing.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>One of the goals of an evaluation is to rule out what is not causing your tinnitus symptoms. Some common causes include hearing loss, ear bone changes, inner ear disorders, blood pressure changes due to an underlying condition and even certain medications.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-media-text alignwide has-media-on-the-right is-stacked-on-mobile js-intersect\"><figure class=\"wp-block-media-text__media\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1280\" height=\"1920\" src=\"https:\/\/elevateaudiology.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/MicrosoftTeams-image-1280x1920.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-30931 size-full\" srcset=\"https:\/\/elevateaudiology.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/MicrosoftTeams-image-1280x1920.jpg 1280w, https:\/\/elevateaudiology.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/MicrosoftTeams-image-768x1152.jpg 768w, https:\/\/elevateaudiology.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/MicrosoftTeams-image-1024x1536.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/elevateaudiology.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/MicrosoftTeams-image-scaled.jpg 1365w, https:\/\/elevateaudiology.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/MicrosoftTeams-image-600x900.jpg 600w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1280px) 100vw, 1280px\" \/><\/figure><div class=\"wp-block-media-text__content\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Tinnitus-Related Questionnaires<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Questionnaires your provider may have you complete include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul><li>Tinnitus and Hearing Survey<\/li><li>Tinnitus Functional Index<\/li><li>Tinnitus Handicap Inventory<\/li><li>Depression and Anxiety Questionnaires<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Because tinnitus can be difficult to pinpoint, questionnaires can help to identify causes that a patient may not have considered. The Tinnitus Functional Index is designed to identify the impact of tinnitus on areas from sleep to the ability to relax. The Tinnitus Handicap Inventory can help determine the perceived impact tinnitus is having on a patient\u2019s daily life.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-media-text alignwide is-stacked-on-mobile js-intersect\"><figure class=\"wp-block-media-text__media\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"480\" height=\"591\" src=\"https:\/\/elevateaudiology.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/iStock-591417168.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-24602 size-full\"\/><\/figure><div class=\"wp-block-media-text__content\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Types of Tinnitus<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Tinnitus only you can hear is called subjective. Subject tinnitus is the most common type and is often caused by ototoxic medications or one of many audiological, neurological, metabolic and psychological conditions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Objective tinnitus is much rarer and the sound it causes can be heard by the patient and an outside examiner or observer. This type of tinnitus is often tied to underlying vascular or neurological problems.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group ov-solid\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Tinnitus Treatment<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Tinnitus management is possible for everyone with the right mindset and motivation. Regardless of how bad it may seem right now, there is hope! We have a variety of options and resources that we discuss when developing your individualzed treatment plan.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/elevateaudiology.com\/tinnitus\/tinnitus-management\/\" data-type=\"page\" data-id=\"226\">Learn more about Tinnitus Management<\/a>. <\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>For those suffering from tinnitus:&nbsp;How you feel today is not how you will feel in the future. There is hope and we are here for you. Purpose:&nbsp;Learn about YOUR tinnitus and how it affects your life, as well as possible causes for your tinnitus and strategies for relief and management. 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