Online Tinnitus Quiz
People with tinnitus often experience hearing loss too. Our quick online quiz can help you understand if you might have tinnitus and / or hearing loss and what you can do about it.
Tinnitus Management
There are many ways you can help manage your tinnitus so you can focus on living life with joy and comfort. Below you can learn about effective management techniques that can help ease your tinnitus symptoms.
What are the most effective ways to manage tinnitus?
1. Sound therapy
Soothing ocean-like sounds, for example, can help distract from tinnitus sounds and could make them less noticeable in quiet environments.
2. Hearing aids
Can help shift your focus away from your tinnitus to the sounds around you. Some devices also have built-in sound therapy for additional relief.
3. Relaxation & mindfulness
Yoga and meditation have been shown to be effective in relieving tinnitus symptoms for some people.3
4. Professional therapy
Mental health specialists use therapies, such as cognitive-behavioural techniques, to help manage tinnitus and improve quality of life.1
5. Hearing protection
Earplugs, for example, can offer ear protection in noisy situations and may help prevent your tinnitus symptoms from intensifying.
Question 1
Do you ever experience ringing or buzzing sounds in your ear(s) when no external sound is present?
Question 2
Do you ever have trouble falling asleep or concentrating due to any ringing or buzzing sounds in your ear(s)?
Question 3
Do you ever have trouble following conversations because you don’t hear properly?
Question 4
Do you find yourself turning up the volume on the TV or radio louder than normal?
Your result:
Indications of tinnitus and hearing loss
Your answers indicate that you may experience symptoms of tinnitus and hearing loss. We recommend that you visit one of our clinics. There are hearing aids that can treat your hearing loss and might give you relief from your tinnitus.*
Book a FREE hearing test in a clinic near you
* The result of the test may only be used for guidance. Official conclusions about hearing loss/tinnitus can be provided by our certified hearing care experts.
Your result:
Indications of hearing loss
Your answers indicate that you may experience symptoms of hearing loss but no symptoms of tinnitus. We recommend that you visit one of our clinics to to see if you have a hearing loss that should be treated.*
Book a FREE hearing test in a clinic near you
* The result of the test may only be used for guidance. Official conclusions about hearing loss/tinnitus can be provided by our certified hearing care experts.
Your result:
Symptoms of tinnitus indicated
Your answers indicate that you may experience symptoms of tinnitus. We recommend that you read about tinnitus treatment options to learn about how to cope with and find relief from tinnitus symptoms.*
* The result of the test may only be used for guidance. Official conclusions about hearing loss/tinnitus can be provided by our certified hearing care experts.
Your result:
No tinnitus or hearing loss indicated
Your answers indicate that you do not have tinnitus - or that you have non-bothersome tinnitus that is not currently affecting your everyday life. If you experience symptoms of tinnitus in the future, we recommend visiting your local health care provider.
* The result of the test may only be used for guidance. Official conclusions about hearing loss/tinnitus can be provided by our certified hearing care experts.
What are the latest ways to help manage tinnitus?
For many, sound amplification (through hearing aid use) may help to manage tinnitus symptoms.
Sound therapy can also be a helpful tool, and certain hearing aids come with a built-in program for it. While sound cannot eliminate tinnitus, it can make your tinnitus less noticeable and help shift your attention away from it. Together with your hearing care expert, you can find the sound therapy that provides the most relief.
Treating tinnitus with Tinnitus SoundSupport™
Oticon hearing aids with Tinnitus SoundSupport™ can help you take better control of your tinnitus by playing a wide range of soothing relief sounds including ocean-like sounds and white noise.Using an app, you can choose different sounds and adjust them to see what relief they can give. You can also stream your favourite music, audiobooks, podcasts, or even relaxation guides.
Book an appointment to demo our hearing aid models with tinnitus features. At Audika, we're always here to help you tailor your hearing aids and sound therapy programs to suit your personal needs and preferences.
Browse our selection of hearing aids that offer tinnitus features:
Oticon hearing aid models
Is there a cure for tinnitus?
The short answer is not usually: It depends on the cause of your tinnitus, so it's always best to consult your doctor.
If your tinnitus is being caused by an underlying condition that can be treated, such as a neck injury, your tinnitus may improve once that is resolved.2
With most of the other causes of tinnitus, there isn't a cure. Fortunately, there are very effective options to help with alleviating the symptoms and reducing the risk of them increasing. Your hearing and well-being go hand-in-hand, so by managing your tinnitus, you can live a more full, present, and joyful life.
If you experience sudden onset of hearing
loss or severe tinnitus, contact your doctor today.
Diem Smith - Clinician
BSc, M.Aud (Hons), MNZAS, CCC
Diem graduated from the University of Auckland in 2000 and began her career in the public sector at the National Audiology Centre. She then went on to work in London at a specialist paediatric hospital for 2 years.
On her return to New Zealand Diem worked for a hearing aid manufacturer for 5 years as a sales and product support audiologist before a move to the Bay of Plenty where she worked with adults and children for 5 years at a private clinic in Whakatane. This clinic also provided public hospital audiology support for the Eastern Bay of Plenty.
Diem has now been with Audika for the past 10 years in various roles, one of which was Clinical Trainer where she enjoyed being able to support her fellow clinicians to provide quality hearing care for all Audika clients. During this time, Diem was also on the NZAS Executive Council for two years. Her many years of experience and well-honed skills has allowed her to help reconnect her clients with their family and loved ones on their hearing journey.
Last reviewed 2025-08-30
Sources
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2. Cherian, K., Cherian, N., Cook, C., & Kaltenbach, J. A. (2013). Improving tinnitus with mechanical treatment of the cervical spine and jaw. Journal of the American Academy of Audiology, 24(07), 544-555.
3. Effect of yoga and meditation on tinnitus: a systematic review | The Journal of Laryngology & Otology | Cambridge Core
4. https://www.nidcd.nih.gov/health/tinnitus#5
5. https://info.health.nz/conditions-treatments/ear-nose-throat/tinnitus#treating-tinnitus-3875
6. https://www.thelancet.com/journals/lancet/article/PIIS0140-6736(13)60142-7/fulltext
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