It does not work for everyone but it has resulted in a significant improvement for the majority of patients evaluated and treated at our center. According to this model, the annoyance of tinnitus is determined exclusively by the limbic and autonomic nervous system. Habituation is the point where the patient is no longer aware of the tinnitus except when they focus on it. Even when the person focuses on their tinnitus, it is no longer annoying or bothersome. Tinnitus ceases to be an issue in their life.
Information regarding tinnitus, hyperacusis, and hearing status is obtained.
Secondly, there is a medical evaluation performed by an otolaryngologist. Next, the counseling session involves an in-depth discussion of the tests, anatomy and physiology of the hearing mechanism and how it relates to tinnitus and hyperacusis. This portion of the program focuses on educating the patient and helps to relieve their fears. The final part of TRT focuses on sound therapy. Sound therapy is important for several reasons.