Tinnitus is often known as 'ringing in the ears'. There
are many causes of tinnitus: some are related to disorders
of the ear and the onset of others can be related to any
type of negative life event.
Tinitus can be a troubling and distressing symptom for
some people, others can learn to live with it and are not
overly troubled by it.
Some of the devices that can help with tinnitus
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The Tinnitus Clinic in Audiology was set up in 1985 to offer modern therapeutic approaches for patients with troublesome tinnitus. Patients are usually referred from the Ear, Nose and Throat (ENT) Department when they have an ear condition that is not treatable with drugs or surgery. The Tinnitus Clinic is directed by an Audiological Scientist (David Baguley). The Clinic offers a range of therapy including sound therapy, relaxation therapy (including biofeedback), counselling, tinnitus retraining therapy and hearing aids. The actual therapy prescribed depends on the needs of the individual.
The Tinnitus Clinic has trained many tinnitus therapists both in the UK and Europe.
Researchers worldwide, including in the Tinnitus Clinic at Addenbrooke's, are researching into why and how people develop tinnitus and what therapies might be effective. The Clinic has an active involvement in research, with collaborations with psychologists, 'basic' scientists and pharmacologists. Some patients at Addenbrooke's who are suitable for participating in this research will be invited to enrol in clinical studies, which will have been granted approval from local ethics committees.
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