Tinnitus

Tinnitus (ringing in the ears) can have many causes and it’s important to explore what this is for you.

Each client that I treat with this condition receives an individual treatment plan.

SOME AREA’S TO EXPLORE AND CONSIDER:

·      Occupational - Exposure to loud noises.

·      History of head/neck injuries

·      TMJ syndrome, jaw joint problems – chiro can help align

·      Blood Flow - Circulation, Heart, Blood Pressure.  Stress.

·      Inflammation/Pressure on Surrounding Structures – eg Sinus.  Gut Health.

·      Ear Wax Build Up

·      Low Thyroid Hormone levels

·      Low Iron levels

·      Ear Infections or history of.

·      Medications – there are many that list tinnitus as a side effect – some antibiotics, cancer therapies, diuretics, antidepressants, asprin, nsaids.

DON’T GO THIS ALONE!

It’s important to remember that when you sit down with a Naturopath we see you as a whole person and look for signs and symptoms that give clues to why your body is presenting with this particular issue. With the many options available below there may be some that aren’t a right fit for you. Rather than self prescribing it’s best to put yourself in the hands of a qualified health practitioner who can be objective in their view and see you as the whole person that you are. How long has the tinnitus been occurring for, as well as the underlying cause/drivers - will give an indication of whether healing will be fast or gradual.

WHAT CAN HELP?

Possible nutrients that help but this will depend on the identified cause/drivers of the tinnitus.  This is definitely a condition that needs deep exploration.

Vitamin Deficiencies/Supplementation

·      B12

·      Zinc

Powerful Antioxidants – for those chronic conditions, when other therapies haven’t worked.

·      Co Q10

·      ALCAR (Acetyl L Carnitine) 500mg 2 x day / ALA (Alpha Lipoic Acid) 600mg per day

·      NAC (N Acetyl Cysteine) 1200mg/day

·      Melatonin (how is sleep going?)

Circulation Improvers/Anitoxidant/Anti-Inflammatory

·      Gingko (blood thinner, caution with other medications)

·      Ginger

Stress Support – Herbs and Supplements

In a Naturopathic Consultation I’ll be looking at addressing:

·      Stress – meditation and life changes.  Supportive herbs and supplements.

·      Inflammation local or systemic – especially  when it’s present in sinus area.

·      Gut – increased intestinal permeability – stop gluten, dairy, sugar, processed foods.

·      Liver / alcohol connection.

Example Herbal for stress support, liver support and to improve circulation:
Siberian Ginseng, Ginger, Gingko, Rehmannia, Withania, Schizandra.

Written by Amanda Roe-Hunter. Adv.Dip.Naturopathy. Interested to explore - book a consult today.