Tinnitus Laser Treatment

Tinnitus laser treatment is administered in both ears, at low levels (known as Low Level Laser Treatment or LLLT). This may be an option if the tinnitus is caused by damage to the inner ear, either from industrial noise or surgery to the area. Lasers produce heat, which can stimulate the healing process in the cochlea.

Laser treatment has also been shown to be effective in treating tinnitus caused by problems with the temporomandibular joint in the jaw; once the joint is treated by lasers, the resultant tinnitus generally disappears.
Laser treatment has also been used to treat tinnitus caused by muscular tension, although be aware that tension in the muscles can be the body’s response to a deeper rooted problem.

Tinnitus laser treatment can also promote general tissue and cell repair and generally speed up the body’s ability to heal itself. As this healing process occurs, the causes of tinnitus are often treated, resulting in a disappearance of the tinnitus symptoms. It will also strengthen the body’s immune system, which may already be weakened from the effects of tinnitus, ie poor quality sleep. A body with a strong immune system is far more likely to be able to fight health conditions which can result in tinnitus.

Furthermore, it is known to stimulate the immune system, which is an important factor in treating ringing in the ears. The immune system is associated with tinnitus because the latter tends to weaken the former. What usually happens is that the unwanted noise tends to get so loud at night that falling asleep at night becomes a problem for the sufferer. Lack of sleep poses negative effects like you getting exhausted and stressed easily the following day, and of course, it weakens the immune system, thus exposing you to various diseases.

Laser treatment is generally carried out whilst the patient is lying down, and each session lasts for around an hour; half an hour for each ear. Both ears are generally treated in the same session to avoid potential dizziness. It is a completely pain free process.

The jury is still very much out on whether laser treatment has any real effect on tinnitus, although many sufferers claim is has made a difference. However, you may need to undergo several treatments before any benefit is noticed.

There is also some evidence to suggest that laser treatment can work well when combined with taking Ginkgo herbal supplements, as Ginkgo enhances circulation and optimizes the body’s ability to heal itself. Ginkgo supplements are available from HealthSense Vitamins