Independent tinnitus guide
Sound therapy for tinnitus
Sound can be used to reduce contrast with tinnitus, support relaxation or help people become less focused on the internal sound.
What counts as sound therapy?
Options range from a fan, radio or smartphone sound to dedicated tabletop or wearable sound generators. Hearing aids and combination devices can also provide sound input.
Masking vs habituation
Some approaches partially mask tinnitus. Others use sound as part of a broader strategy to reduce attention and emotional response over time.
For sleep
Low-level background sound may be useful when a quiet bedroom makes tinnitus more noticeable. Keep volume comfortable rather than trying to overpower tinnitus.