My Hyperacusis Success Story Part 2 

Hi. Did your H went away? I got mine three months. I saw good improvement by the end of second month but then i got set backs and got back to square one. Its been one month i am still at square one. Can you tell me how you are doing. How am i supposed to heal if setbacks keep sending me back to starting point. Pls reply

@@abhishekS195 i also get so many setback after getting better

@@rudynugroho7314 Hi, don't worry about the setbacks they are part of the healing process. With time your ear will become more robust and number of setbacks yoi get will decrease also you will recover quickly from setbacks

@@abhishekS195 thanks for the encoragement, how about your condition until today,,hope going well

@@rudynugroho7314 it got 75-80% better . Started working again. I can listen to music but in moderation. I can go to places where music is not too loud like pubs , DJs etc.

+Dan Bull Same here. Professional composer and music teacher (teaching drums, no less). Let's fight this thing just like good old Adam. What a great guy.

Hello you still suffer from hyperacusis? there is an improvement?

THE Dan Bull himself! I love your videos! Have you found a way to recover man?

I'm also a musician with H. Did you recover from 5 years ago?

@@katerinakaterinaki9143 true but some do. Here’s one: Letter from Federico a musician in Italy who suffered noise trauma given with his permission to share: Yes, I kept on performing even with tinnitus, but it was very very difficult for me at least for the first months. Not because of tinnitus itself, but because of the fear that I might injure myself again after that accident and that I could get worse. Basically I lost confidence in my body. I became noise-phobic for a while, also due to the fact that the accident procured me hyperacusis. I also had lost pleasure in making music or listening to it, therefore it was the psychological aspect of fear rather than the actual danger that made it difficult to play and perform. In any case, the accident was in a certain way useful because it made me more careful about my hearing. Then, with time and patience, self-confidence came back, hyperacusis went away, tinnitus went down and love for music came back! The reappearance of tinnitus forced me to make choices and therefore cut out other "unnecessary" commitments that were in fact overwhelming me and distracting me from what I cared most about. As a result, a few months later I released my band's second album! :-) Now I always wear ear protection during rehearsals and during gigs and if I'm wearing headphones I am careful to keep the volumes lower. I started by using custom made ear-plugs: they are made of silicone and have a small plastic filter inside that brings the overall loudness down in an evenly, so that the quality of what you hear is practically the same. Mine are manufactured by this german company: otoplastik.dreve.de/en/products/ It was tricky to find the best technical solution, because in my band (Didols) I mostly sing and using these earplugs made it extremely difficult because all you hear is your inner voice. So I tried in-ear monitoring, and this made it for me: I use Shure ear monitors (I think SE215 CL) that provide very good isolation from external noise and allow me to use very low volumes so that I can hear my voice and all the instruments, and this is totally working because after the gigs I am not at all ear-fatigued. In other projects, where I mostly play keyboards, I use the silicone plugs. Then if I have to sing a song or two I just remove them and even if the music gets loud for a moment it's not a big deal :-) About diet, when I had the hearing trauma in 2018 I went into a form of self-starvation, partly because of the depression that came along with tinnitus, partly because I thought that diet could influence my condition. I totally cut out salt, coffee, alcohol, sugars, carbs and stimulants in general and kept very well hydrated. I lost a LOT of weight, but not the right way. In my opinion, having a healthy diet makes your body function better, therefore it has a positive effect on tinnitus. But I am convinced that psychological well being is even more important, so if dieting becomes a form of self-deprivation, then it will be counterproductive. I cannot stress enough how important it is to find a self-soothing routine in order to get better with tinnitus. As for now, I eat a little bit of everything and my tinnitus is really low so I am fine! I kept the good habit of not drinking too much, though 🙂

I'm experiencing the same story here. 7 months ago i had a sound trauma due to a hunting gun shot. And after 6 months after using sound therapy hyperacusis has compelity gone. Last week with a very loud door sound( it was really loud for my brother too) , i got back to the same situation.it is really frustrating to get back to 0 after even forgetting what happened to me the first time, but i hope now with some rest and sound thrapy things get back progressively like you.

@@mo-beatz8420 it will get better, just have patience and don't avoid normal sounds, try to live normal as much as you can. It is really, really frustrating to be on the 0 again, I know, very hard, but you will get better. Stay away from guns and all loud noise, I think the door sound just activated the Hyperacusis again, but now you know what you have to do to get better, and you will, wish you all the Best.

@@luisaritosa9700 thank you so much for the support. Yes i'm doing the pink noise again, i trying to beat my dépression.

how long it been now sincw its gone im suffering this knew atm mine isnt so bad im afraid it could get worse. how do i catch flights and what do i too to be normal again

@@mo-beatz8420 hope you got better since then

Hey truth.. what's the update now?

Hello. I am a musician too. How is it going with your hyperacusis so far. It has been like 3 weeks of this BS. How arevyou handling it or treating this condition?

@@renatojimenez594 how are you doing? Any improvement?

@@williamperri3437 ok I’m here and I’m a musician vocalist drummer too and had several people say this will go over time. Julian said don’t give up on music. Liam cured his T. But it takes time to retrain the brain. I too have a list of things that can help. Maybe we should compare notes. How are you doing now?

@@williamperri3437 do you know about Liam Stops Tinnitus who had noise trauma from drums and healed himself? Your story is heartbreaking but I see you’re still open to healing which is good. Please look into upper cervical. It may be your Atlas is out. A misaligned Atlas puts the whole neural system off and creates many illnesses and of course T. Also, diet, exercise, sleep and a positive attitude and ignoring it are very important to heal T. I’m now having Atlas adjustments for a neck issue which is helping but (pandemic) stress is definitely a major factor. Apple AirPods may also be the cause as they’ve had a lot of complaints. I use electronic drums at home as I’m now a lead vocalist but I’ve only played twice since last April when T came on. I use musician earplugs under my headphones while I play. Not very exciting but it worked the one time I tried it. My grandads last name was Perry with a ‘y’. You can check out our band Psychedelicblue.com. Check out our drummer’s solo on ‘Whipping Post’. Any videos of you let me know. I don’t meet many drummers so this is cool.

@@williamperri3437 for what it’s worth here’s info I’ve collated over the last ten months: Tinnitus Explanation and Links From what I’ve researched on the internet through articles, videos and comments I have discovered that tinnitus or ringing in the ears can be the result of noise, head, physical and/or emotional trauma, high blood pressure, dental problems like bruxism (teeth grinding) or TMJ (jaw clenching) at night while sleeping, excessive ear wax or ear infection or other ear related issues, stress and anxiety, certain medications, Epstein Barr, Menier’s or other illnesses, EMF’s from WIFi/5G or upper cervical subluxated Atlas and Axis (C1 and C2) neck related issues and even chemicals from hair dyes, personal care products and cosmetics, certain allergies to foods, Salicylates, oxalates, lectins (otherwise known as Plant Paradox), bad diet or nutritional and/or vitamin and mineral deficiencies like vitamin C, zinc, iron, iodine, magnesium, D3 and K, and even parasites. Some people also believe it’s part of the ascension process into a higher frequency and that it’s the sound of angels, higher beings, the cosmos or God communicating with them through their hearing. The standard explanation is that the brain is basically in fight or flight mode and you’re hearing your own nervous system on red alert. It can fix itself over time by using a process called habituation which is accepting it and getting used to the sound and/or neuroplasticity which is fundamentally rewiring the brain and creating new neural pathways by training it not to hear the sound which makes it recede into the background and eventually disappears because the brain sees that it is no longer a threat and as unimportant. This is achieved through the repetition of positive mental affirmations, visualization and relaxation techniques like deep breathing, meditation, yoga, Qi gong and/or exercise and/or neck release exercises called trigger point therapy, upper cervical chiropractic adjustments and/or regular chiropractic, certain dental procedures which involve the use of mouth guards and jaw releasing, relaxation and massage exercises, cranial sacral therapy, EFT - Emotional Freedom Technique also known as ‘tapping’, hypnotherapy, visualization, and other body and mind relaxation therapies and/or masking with nature sounds or pink noise. What can also help is reducing/removing some or all coffee, teas, sodas, alcohol, salt, sugar, spices, condiments, dairy, carbs, nuts, seeds, the night shade family of veggies, salicylates and oxylates from the diet and intermittent, 24 or 48 hour wet or dry fasting. Some people see results whether they’re vegan, vegetarian or meat eaters and even some do none of the above and still get better over time. Still, the majority of what I’ve read and seen in videos is that a healthy diet, stress reducing exercises and ignoring the sound so the brain can retrain itself not to hear it have the most impact on reducing and healing T. Some people have had relief or have been cured by taking these supplements: D3 combined with K2 and Magnesium and/or Bioflavanoids combined with Vit C, B12 (also known as Methycobalamine or Methyl B12), Methyl Folate, Niacin (Flush Free), Taurine and Ginko Biloba. I have a dosage schedule available if you decide to try these supplements. A comment from Elann Suvat on one of Julian Cowan Hill’s videos: “As others have said do not go on Tinnitus Talk. In fact do not google anything. Tinnitus is a symptom of a neurological condition that can be resolved. Learn to rewire your brain through helpful videos such as this one. Reduce stress and disrupt chronic stress, get down to the root of your anxiety and depression, rewire your brain not to be sensitive or hypersensitive to environmental noise and life around you.” “It can be done. It can be reversed. One key thing about tinnitus is not to have anger, hate, stress, fixation on it. It will only make it worse and allow it to stay. Do not give your tinnitus power. Embrace it. Think of your tinnitus as a bodily noise that’s telling you your body is alive and busy healing. It’s telling you something important. Find the root cause. Is it neurological, physiological or both? Do away with negativity and toxic relationships. Diet and lifestyle are extremely important. Sleep, reduction of stress, EXERCISE, having positive social relationships, working toward a move of happiness and relaxation every day. Be kind, compassionate, patient and authentic to yourself. This is crucial. Be courageous.” And from another person: Check out Julian Cowan Hill, Liam Stops Tinnitus, James Karthaus, Peter Studenik and Joey Remenyi and many others in the video compilation list below. They all healed from tinnitus using their own (and sometimes combined) techniques. Here’s a list of videos with success stories and links for various healing techniques: ru-vid.com/group/PLxLNqBGWBhLxphlCH3dC1j3iPcs8hWRme www.pkdiet.com/pdf/oxalate%20lists.pdf eckertchiropractic.com/blog/2017/03/13/taurine-what-youve-been-missing/ medium.com/zero-fasting/fast-your-way-to-autophagy-a8eb08c0dc7a www.iahe.com/docs/articles/Article_-_The_Sound_of_Silence.pdf www.researchgate.net/publication/216514374_Bhramari_Pranayama_and_Alternative_Treatments_of_Tinnitus_In_Pursuit_of_the_Cure docplayer.net/145298473-How-your-mind-can-keep-you-well-by-roy-masters.html Here are things one can do to help T written by Mike Olaski from a comment on one of Julian Cowan Hills video’s. (I‘ve added a few of my own ideas as well.): 1. Body Work -Massage -Yoga -Tai Chi -Cranial Sacral -Chiropractic or Upper Cervical Chiropractic Adjustments -Osteopathy for the neck -Reflexology -Love Making -Stretching -Yawning 2. Get Grounded in Your Body -Get on the floor -Walk barefoot in nature -Hug a tree -Hug your pets, your loved ones -Use a grounding mat -Hold, play, meditate or sleep with crystals or stones -Do gardening or outside chores -Breathe in fresh air -Get at least 15 mins of sunshine every day; if you can’t then take D3 with K2 and magnesium 3. Avoid negative people and situations 4. Ease off / avoid stimulants -Caffein -Teas (even herbal; ginger tea is ok as it promotes blood flow) -Sugar (Paleo/Keto diet removes carbs=sugar) -Chocolate -Salt - Drink filtered water 5. Meditate - Sitting or walking meditation 6. Deep Breathing 7. Let Negative Thoughts Pass 8. Mindfulness 9. Self Massage -Face, Head, Neck 10. Lighten Up - Yawning, Laughing, Singing, Humming, Whistling 11. Baths / Showers - Steam 12. Turning on / off Hot / Cold Showers 13. Slow Walking 14. Fasting - Intermittent - late lunch or dinner - One day a week or every two weeks water or dry fast - 3 day water fast 15. Protect Auditory Environment - Keep earphone / headphone volume low - Avoid loud environments, places or gatherings - Wear earplugs 16. Have fun, normalize life, don’t sweat the small stuff, reduce stress 17. Ride out spikes by doing all of the above knowing this too shall pass and you are already healed. Also check out these books: ‘Tinnitus: From Tyrant to Friend‘ by Julian Cowan Hill ‘The Long Tide to Silence’ by Julian Cowan Hill ‘I Cured My Tinnitus’ by Peter Studenik ‘Tinnitus Alleviation Therapy’ by Maria Holl LSW CBT ‘Tinnitus: Turning the Volume Down’ by Kevin Hogan, Psy D /Jennifer Battaglino LCSW ‘You Can Heal Your Life’ by Louise Hay ‘Your Body Speaks Your Mind’ by Deb Shapiro ‘Your Body Keeps the Score’ by Besser van der Kolk MD ‘How Your Mind Can Keep You Well’ by Roy Masters

Are u healed ?

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Hi Jule.. hope you are doing well. Any updates?

Hi Carey - I too am in the UK and have visited ENT’s and Audiologists. Never had problems with ears before until Microsuction Earwax Removal. My sensitivity is to people’s speech in particular high frequency. Also some other frequencies make my eardrum flutter. I know you wrote your comment a year ago - so keen to see if your symptoms have improved?

@@mevinmurday3127hey did you recovererd

Any update

How are u now i no it’s a long time

Kathleen Lewis hope you’re improving. Hang in there. I got it from Music too

how are you doing now?

SkyHaganes how are you doing now?

Hi, what were your symptoms of TTTS? How are you feeling now? I think I may have this.

Hi, hope you are doing well. Is there any update?

Hai @erik ruhe how is your condition right now?..hopefully you cured

@@rudynugroho7314 got back to almost normal after a few months after first being diagnosed last year. Then had another setback from another loud event and got worse and has been a daily battle. I am able to function for the most part (go to work, etc), but have to make a lot of lifestyle modifications and watch the level of sound in exposed to.

@@erikhatesemo thank you, hope you get better soon

Hi Erik.. hope you are doing well. Any update?

​@@rudynugroho7314 hey what type of hyperacusis you have did your ear pain or just get irritated

Any update

How are you feeling now?

@@theoron6514 Hi Theo, honestly roughly the same as before. At the time I was doing better because I was at work, which sort of forced me to be around more noise which in turn started to help desensitize my hyperacusis. Because of my working from home situation that happened due to covid, it's taken some steps back but it's still manageable. My biggest advice would be to take steps slowly to desensitize, don't do too much too quickly as that's how I had major setbacks before. I truly believe it's all about introducing a little more sound over time (especially ambient sound), and try your best to continue doing the things you enjoy even if you do have to wear earplugs (I personally wear Etymotics ER20s, they attenuate the noise, but not quite as heavily as your standard foam earplugs and sound much better). Many times I feel, if you have to wear earplugs to do things, it's better than not doing those things at all. Noise exposure with earplugs helps too IMO. Some tips I've learnt in my journey: 1. Avoid binge eating sugar - this has a noticeable affect on my tinnitus and hearing sensitivity. If I push my tolerances after really binging on sugar, my ears will have a much harder time. 2. Avoid caffeine - this is much the same as my issue with sugar, it just exacerbates everything.

Hey thank u so much on your heart felt reply, its a true reflection of your character 💪💪💪

If you don't mind I have one more question, my symptoms started last Monday first few days i was plugged than from sat was unplugged and following the advice however the last 2 days I felt more sensitive to sound but stayed mentally strong and champ threw it however last night I noticed for the 1st time hear the vol was uncomfortable at that same level of vol the previous days no problem than had pain and intense pressure worst than b4 im wondering how i could have made it worst i haven't been in a environment thats louder than 85db , does yours cause pain and burning , just curious of your opinion thank you

@@theoron6514 Hi Theo, my best advice would be to give yourself atleast a week or two to avoid any situations that are uncomfortable for your hearing. That will give your ears some time to heal. When I have a set back, I found the best way for me to heal is to give it some time to heal at first, then afterwards introduce regular sound again. I find this is the case, because initially right after you have a flareup/setback, the next couple of days or up to a week are particularly sensitive. During this time you should try not to push yourself too hard. Usually in a week or two you'll go back to baseline, at that point you can start slowly introducing more and more sound eventually. Also, don't worry so much about the 85db number - this is a number which is most useful as a guideline for those with regular hearing, people with Hyperacusis have lowered thresholds for what is considered loud. Trust your instinct as to what you personally feel is too much. The absolute key to recovery is to very slowly push yourself to increase this level through slowly introducing higher levels of noise, this should never feel more than a little uncomfortable. If you're pushing yourself to the point where it begins to burn in your ear or hurt, you should dial it down. Hope this helps

Hello, did pink therapy help you? If so how long was the process?

I pretty much got hyperacusis the same way you did. I was playing war game called Americas Army in 2008. I had headphones on when a grenade blew up near me. I went to bed with loud ringing .It continued for two weeks before hyperacusis closed in. I used trt and sound therapy for 5 years before a total recovery. Did you recover in 2 weeks? It would be a miracle if you did.

@@lastcall170 are u able to use headphones?

Hey any better now

I got my symptoms from head cold as well.

Hello you still suffer from hyperacusis? there is an improvement?

Any improvements?

Any improvement

Same mine been over a month now. Do you get better?

@@sinnermeister you got them both at the same time? And how? Yes you will get better ,my hypercusis is pretty much gone now after 3 months but i still have abit tinnitus

vancity ismine Yah I have them both. I started noticing my hyperacusis back in March. I thought it was because of sinus infection. Then I started having tinnitus in June. What have you been doing? I can’t afford to see any specialists at the moment. I may in a few months time.

@@sinnermeister just eating healthy , dont cover ears to listen to tinnitus, don't listen with headphones, less stress, it will get better over time. I would say just check with doctor if you have any infection otherwise its better to wait afew months it will get better by its own. Doctors were useless in my case

vancity ismine Thank you for advice. I started eating healthy a week ago. Yah I have been having sinus infection for months it led to eustachian tube dysfunction, then I got tinnitus. I noticed I started having Hyberacusis first in March. Didn’t know what it was and thought it would go away. Were your sounds (plates, door shutting, some people’s voices, cutlery and crockery, etc) like chunky vibrations to your ears? So no ear phones? Is it okay to use for like 1/2 hrs a day with mid volume?

Any improvement

Wahid bhai aap recover ho gye aapko hyperacusis tha toh tab ear physical pain krta tha ki irritation hota tha bas

I have same problem Anything help?

How are you now?