Conversations in Tinnitus Podcast
14 episodes - English - Latest episode: over 3 years ago - ★★★★ - 18 ratingsThe ATA is evolving its webinar series. We have listened to our members and present a new conversational podcast series on the topics of tinnitus and hyperacusis, "Conversations in Tinnitus."
"Conversations in Tinnitus" podcasts are hosted by audiologists John A. Coverstone, AuD, current Editor of ATA's magazine, Tinnitus Today, and Dean Flyger, AuD, a private practice audiologist in Paris, TX. Each podcast focuses on current issues, research, and treatment methods for people living with tinnitus.
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Episodes
Podcast 16: Considering the Psychophysiological Elements of Tinnitus
February 04, 2021 23:45 - 22.3 MBSUBJECT MATTER EXPERT: Christopher Spankovich, PhD, MPH TOPIC: Dr. Christopher Spankovich discusses how tinnitus interventions should address both the psychological and physiological impact of tinnitus on patients. He explores how nutrition, emotional health, and physical health all play a role in mitigating the negative impact of tinnitus. He also discusses the importance of helping patients understand the power of sound to elicit positive or negative emotions, aside from the tinnitus sou...
Podcast 15: Exploring Noninvasive Neuromodulation for Tinnitus Relief
December 14, 2020 17:59SUBJECT MATTER EXPERT: Hubert Lim, PhD TOPIC: Hubert Lim is a leading researcher in the field of bimodal stimulation for tinnitus relief. He explains the theory behind neuromodulation and research that seems to indicate that it can provide effective relief from tinnitus distress. Lim discusses recent research with more than 300 participants who used a neuromodulation device developed by Neuromod Devices, Ltd., which is based in Ireland. Lim, who is the company’s chief scientific officer, n...
Podcast 14: Does Diet Play a Role in Tinnitus and Hearing Health?
October 02, 2020 20:45SUBJECT MATTER EXPERT: Christopher Spankovich, PhD, MPH TOPIC: Dr. Christopher Spankovich discusses what research reveals about the role of nutrition on tinnitus and hearing health. As one of the few tinnitus researchers to investigate this critical topic, Spankovich is able to speak to the value of supplements versus certain types of diets, and what people can do today to better manage their tinnitus and overall hearing health. As a researcher and clinician, he also shares what he advises...
Podcast 13: Understanding Preferences for Loud Music
September 12, 2019 17:26 - 34.3 MBSUBJECT MATTER EXPERT: Elizabeth Beach, PhD TOPIC: Dr. Elizabeth Beach discusses large-scale research that reveals why clubs, bar, and music venues are playing music at higher volumes than what... The American Tinnitus Association (ATA) is proud to release the first episode in a new podcast series about tinnitus and hyperacusis.
Podcast 13: Understanding Preferences for Loud Music
September 12, 2019 17:26 - 34.3 MBSUBJECT MATTER EXPERT: Elizabeth Beach, PhD TOPIC: Dr. Elizabeth Beach discusses large-scale research that reveals why clubs, bar, and music venues are playing music at higher volumes than what most people prefer. And while it might seem easy to raise awareness that results in quieter recreational music venues, Beach says it’s complicated, so safe listening initiatives require support at various levels to achieve change. As head of the Behavioral Sciences Department at the National Acoust...
Episode 12: Building Skills in Mindfulness to Manage Tinnitus
May 31, 2019 03:59 - 28.6 MBSUBJECT MATTER EXPERT: Jennifer Gans, PhD TOPIC: Jennifer Gans, PhD and licensed psychologist, launched the Mindfulness-Based Tinnitus Stress Reduction (MBTSR) program to teach mindfulness meditation skills to people bothered by chronic tinnitus. With practice, Gans contends that bothersome tinnitus can be addressed effectively, opening the door to a renewed sense of hope and empowerment. She also discusses research that explains how mindfulness meditation strengthens the brain’s ability t...
Episode 11: Habituation to Tinnitus Using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
May 15, 2019 16:19 - 24.8 MBSUBJECT MATTER EXPERT: Bruce Hubbard, PhD TOPIC: For more than 20 years, Dr. Bruce Hubbard has helped people improve their lives using cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), mindfulness, and relational therapy strategies. He explains how CBT, acceptance commitment therapy (ACT), and mindfulness are applied to treatment of tinnitus and what patients should expect. As someone with tinnitus, Dr. Hubbard offers a unique perspective on the challenges and process of habituation, as well as the impo...
Podcast 10: Benefits and Pitfalls of an Online Support Community *
April 25, 2019 20:36 - 23.6 MBSUBJECT MATTER EXPERTS: Markku Vesala and Hazel Goedhart of TinnitusTalk TOPIC: Markku Vesala, founder of Tinnitus Talk, and Hazel Goedhart, content strategist, discuss how the online support forum began in 2011, its mission and goals, as well as their own journeys with tinnitus. Both note that internet forums pose a unique challenge in terms of questionable advice as well as causing some members to fixate on their tinnitus. Nonetheless, the online community can provide a sense of connect...
Episode 9: Implementing Successful Tinnitus Treatment
February 14, 2019 19:54 - 28.4 MBSUBJECT MATTER EXPERT: Helen Pryce, MSc, PD (Health) In this podcast, Dr. Helen Pryce explains how healthcare providers can successfully implement shared decision-making with tinnitus patients through use of the Tinnitus Decision Aid, which was developed in the United Kingdom and presents evidence-based treatment choices. By empowering patients in conversations that weigh the pros and cons of each care option based on what’s most practical for the patient, Pryce believes patients are more...
Episode 8, Part 2: Ototoxicity and Tinnitus
September 28, 2018 20:30 - 26.7 MBDr. DiSogra continues his conversation on the topic of ototoxicity and tinnitus, helping the listener to anticipate potential problems related to certain drugs and what should be done if a medication seems to have triggered or aggravated tinnitus. He highlights resources and steps people should know to better manage tinnitus and other health issues that require medication. For practitioners, he discusses what should be considered when evaluating a patient whose tinnitus might be the result...
Episode 8, Part 1: Over-The-Counter Medications for Tinnitus Relief
September 12, 2018 03:24 - 26.6 MBSUBJECT MATTER EXPERT: Robert M. DiSogra, AuD In this podcast, Dr. DiSogra, an audiologist for 39 years and frequent lecturer on the topic of tinnitus and ototoxicity, reveals what every person with tinnitus and every hearing healthcare professional should know about this largely unregulated industry, issues with ingredients, and the efficacy of the products. Promises of relief and the desire to try anything to quiet the sound of tinnitus have fueled a lucrative market for over-the-counter...
Episode 7: Breakthrough Using Multisensory Stimulation to Reduce Tinnitus
July 19, 2018 18:02 - 22.4 MBSUBJECT MATTER EXPERT: Susan Shore, PhD After 20 years of painstaking research, Dr. Shore made national headlines this year with groundbreaking research results that showed positive effects in... The American Tinnitus Association (ATA) is proud to release the first episode in a new podcast series about tinnitus and hyperacusis.
Episode 6: Mapping Tinnitus in the Brain
June 11, 2018 21:24 - 162 KB application/pdfDr. Phillip Gander discusses his groundbreaking research mapping tinnitus in the brain during two different craniotomies. His research has added clarity to fMRI studies and theories on the different... The American Tinnitus Association (ATA) is proud to release the first episode in a new podcast series about tinnitus and hyperacusis.
Episode 5 - Managing Meniere’s Disease and Tinnitus
October 23, 2017 21:06 - 29.2 MBOur 5th podcast features Glenn Schweitzer, a best-selling author and blogger on tinnitus and Meniere’s disease. Schweitzer was a college student when the sudden onset of Meniere’s disease destroyed... The American Tinnitus Association (ATA) is proud to release the first episode in a new podcast series about tinnitus and hyperacusis.