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can pressure on my neck really stop tinnitus I found out just by chance when leaning on my neck that the ringing stopped, thanks for your time
Hi Carol,
It really would depend on the cause of the tinnitus. If there is a problem with your neck, like slipped discs or compressed nerves, and that is the root cause of your tinnitus, I guess pressure could relieve some of the symptoms. However, if the cause is damage to the cochlea itself, then I really haven't heard of pressure on the neck helping. You might want to have a physician check out your neck to make sure there is nothing wrong with it that would be causing the tinnitus.
Hope this helps.
Harriet B. Jacobster, AuD
Board Certified Doctor of Audiology
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Harriet B Jacobster, Au.D.
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I am a Board Certified Doctor of Audiology with 25 years of experience. I can answer questions regarding hearing loss, both general and specific, dizziness and vertigo, auditory processing disorders, hearing aids, aural rehabilitation as well as specialized audiologic testing, i.e., Auditory Brainstem Response, VideoNystagmography, Otoacoutic Emissions. I have worked with both pediatric and adult populations. Because of my extensive musical background, I am able to respond to questions regarding the special needs of musicians.
Experience
I have been an audiologist for over 25 years with a specialty in electrophysiology of the auditory and vestibular systems and pediatric evaluations. I currently work in my private consulting practice providing services to nursing homes and schools. My Doctoral research was on specialized techniques in Auditory Brainstem Responses.
Organizations
American Academy of Audiology, -
American Speech Language Hearing Association, -
Hearing Loss Association of America
Education/Credentials
Au.D. (Doctor of Audiology), Nova Southeastern University, 2000.
Board Certified Doctor of Audiology (American Board of Audiology)
Certificate in Audiology from the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association
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