Sound Relief Tinnitus & Hearing Center

Do either of these sounds quiet your tinnitus?

It’s called residual inhibition (RI), when a sound matched to your tinnitus pitch temporarily turns the volume down on what you’re hearing.

Here’s why it works: your brain is wired to adapt. When you focus on a new sound, it can suppress the overactive neural activity behind your tinnitus, even if just for a little while.

⏱️ Listen to a pitch-matched sound for ~60 seconds, and you may notice relief lasting anywhere from a few seconds to a few minutes afterward.

📊 In controlled studies, 80–90% of people with tinnitus experience some degree of RI. It’s actually the foundation behind many sound therapy treatments, which use this effect to help “rewire” auditory pathways over time.

Did one of these sounds work for you? That’s a strong sign you could be a great candidate for tinnitus treatment.

We specialize in tinnitus at Sound Relief, so come in for a consultation and let’s talk about your options. 👂

Drop your answer below 👇 then take our Tinnitus Impact Survey.

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Colorado: Denver | Golden | Boulder | Highlands Ranch | Westminster | Fort Collins
Arizona: Scottsdale | Mesa | Peoria

How could it be an expense if it brings back the conversations you’ve been missing, the laughter you couldn’t quite catch, and the connection you’ve been craving??

It’s the most important investment, make it today 💙

📍 Highlands Ranch

We’ve all been there...you notice Mom turning the TV up, asking “what?” more often, or missing parts of the conversation at dinner. But bringing it up? That’s the hard part 💙

I sat down with Dr. Julie to ask the question so many of us are quietly wondering: how do you gently encourage a parent or grandparent to get their hearing checked when they’re not ready to admit anything’s changed?

Her advice: start with small, loving conversations. Lead with care, not concern, and remind them a hearing evaluation isn’t a big scary commitment, it’s just information.

If you’ve been noticing the signs, you’re not alone, and the first step is easier than you think. Click the link in our Bio for more information on how to get started!

📍 Highlands Ranch, CO