| Tinnitus can be extremely debilitating, and can have a | | | | Masking can either be used for short periods of time, |
| huge impact on the lives of those who suffer from | | | | for example when studying or trying to sleep, or for |
| this condition. It can be particularly difficult to cope | | | | longer periods in an attempt to desensitize sufferers |
| with tinnitus at times when additional concentration is | | | | to the noises associated with their condition. |
| required, or when trying to relax and sleep, as it is | | | | Many people find relief from the noises of tinnitus |
| often at these times when tinnitus sounds are more | | | | when they are near to running water, such as a |
| intrusive. | | | | stream or even in a shower. If you do find relief this |
| Masking is a technique often used to relieve the | | | | way, it is possible to buy pre recorded CDs which |
| symptoms of tinnitus. Masking works by using | | | | play the sounds of water. This can promote restful |
| another noise to override or | | | | sleep or help tinnitus sufferers to relax. |
| âmaskâ the sounds of the tinnitus. | | | | |