Name: Lakeside Laser
Address: 3/45 Central Walk, Joondalup, WA, 6027
Telephone: 08 9300 0095
Price range: $$

Tinnitus Coping Strategies

Tinnitus can be successfully managed through treatment, limiting its debilitating effect on your life.

Seek medical advice – It is important to consult with your general practitioner, an Audiologist, or an Ear Nose and Throat Surgeon to exclude any underlying medical pathology.

Medication – Some prescription or non-prescription drugs may either cause or worsen tinnitus. Check with your doctor if your medications could be interfering with your tinnitus, since it is important to never stop the use of a medication without medical opinion, and there may also be an alternative medication.

Dental examination – Have a dental examination to confirm that there are no temporomandibular joint (TMJ) problems as these can cause up to 5% of tinnitus.

Assessment – Consult with an Audiologist for a full diagnostic assessment

Hearing Assessment – If you possess hearing loss, wearing a hearing aid may minimise the effects on your tinnitus by reducing the perception of your tinnitus through improved hearing.

Tinnitus Assessment – Measurements need to be made to identify characteristics of your tinnitus in order to recommend appropriate treatment since symptoms such as the tinnitus loudness levels, including the disturbance level, need to be identified as they vary between individuals.

Neuromonics Assessment and Treatment – A customised device is designed to cater your individual tinnitus treatment prescription by delivering a pleasant acoustic signal embedded in music. Designed to reduce tinnitus disturbance over a 26 week period by stimulating a wide range of auditory pathways, engaging the emotional (limbic) system and autonomic nervous system of the brain.

Lifestyle Changes – Avoidance of the following may reduce the severity of your tinnitus

Stop smoking- includes cigarettes and marijuana. Smoking causes the narrowing of blood vessels, limiting the supply of oxygen to sensory hair cells in the ear.

Reduce exposure to loud noise – Wear earmuffs or other hearing protection devices during noisy activities as exposure to loud noises can damage hair cells in the cochlear.

Exercise – Helps manage and reduce stress levels.

Learn deep relaxation techniques – Performed daily, various therapies such as yoga, tai-chi, massage or hydro-therapy may be beneficial.

Transcendental meditation will help

Get sunlight Everyday

Changes to diet

Reduce caffeine intake - Includes coffee, tea, chocolate and soft drinks as these can exacerbate tinnitus if consumed either in excess or limited quantities depending on the individual.

Reduce alcohol intake – Alcohol (particularly red wine) can exacerbate tinnitus if consumed in excess.

Reduce or avoid tonic water intake – (quinine)

Reduce salt intake – High salt diets can exacerbate tinnitus.

Avoid spicy foods – May cause a temporary increase in tinnitus levels.

Relaxation Techniques

Nature – Watching nature tapes including those with rain, waterfalls, running streams and the ocean may help with relaxation and stress levels.

Positivity – Counter negative thoughts with thoughts of positivity.

Clock radio – If tinnitus is affecting your sleep cycle try a clock radio with a 30 minute sleep button to help you get to sleep.

Cognitive behaviour therapy (CBT) – Consult with a clinical psychologist to help change your perception on your tinnitus and learn to cope more effectively to the sounds in your head.

Try Laser treatment as this can assist with the tension in the neck and will help the functioning of the nerves and blood vessels supplying the ears. Acupuncture for tinnitus may also be helpful as it may clear energy blockages to the ears.

Lakeside Laser is centrally located in Perth’s Northern suburb of Joondalup; Lakeside Laser also cater to a wide range of visitors from various suburbs, such as: Lancelin; Ashby, Sinagra, Hocking, Darch; Carine, Sorrento, Hillarys, North Beach; Clarkson, Quinns Rocks, Merriwa, Ridgewood. HICAPS for all Major Health Insurance providers e.g. HCF, HBF, BUPA, NIB, SGIO and Medibank Preferred and apart of the BUPA member’s first network. Please feel free to contact us on 08 9300 0095 if you wish to discuss any of our services or to book an appointment; you can also visit our website www.lakesidelaser.com.au to book an appointment or for any further information.

I was first introduced to the world of Chiropractic in my teenage years, when I was given the opportunity to observe my cousin who is a chiropractor. During my brief time in observation, I witnessed the wonder of chiropractic and it was truly a miracle to me, seeing how it can change a person’s life. An old lady came in limping with chronic pain, after the treatment, she walked out perfectly fine with a big smile on her face. She held onto my hand to say thank you to me, even though I was just standing there doing nothing. It filled with me with such joy and fulfillment that in that instance, I made up my mind to become a chiropractor, no matter what it took. I graduated from Murdoch University with Distinction honours in 2016. During these 5 years at University, I participated in a 2 week placement in Northern India, called “Hands on India”, helping to raise over $80,000 to assist the communities living in poverty there, in return, I gained a wealth of knowledge and I was humbled by the amazing people there. In my role at Lakeside Chiropractic, I endeavor to provide excellent Chiropractic care and health advice to our community. I keep myself current with the best available research and professional development opportunities. I absolutely love being a Chiropractor and find that one of the most rewarding parts is being able to assist my patients in expressing their optimal health. My special interests are cervicogenic migraine, TMJ and sciatic pain. I especially love helping our moms-to-be achieve their best shape along the journey, this lead me to recently attended seminars for women’s fertility and pregnancy care essentials. Outside of the clinic, I enjoy my routine of going to yoga and pilates 3 times a week, as well as being a couch potato in front of TV with family. Born and raised in Malaysia, I am also fluent in Cantonese and Mandarin.