5 Reasons Traditional Masking Fails and What Modern Clinics Should Use Instead

5 Reasons Traditional Masking Fails and What Modern Clinics Should Use Instead As audiologists and clinical directors, our professional mandate is to deliver transformative, evidence-based care. For decades, many clinics have relied on Tinnitus Sound Masking (TSM) as a primary acoustic intervention. While it offers temporary relief for some patients, TSM often falls short in […]
Why Masking for Tinnitus Doesn’t Work — and How Rellax Can Help Retrain the Brain

Why Masking for Tinnitus Doesn’t Work — and How Rellax Can Help Retrain the Brain Tinnitus, the persistent perception of ringing, buzzing, or hissing sounds in the ears, affects millions of individuals worldwide. For many years, one of the most common approaches to managing tinnitus has been sound masking — the use of external noise, such as white noise […]
Heart Rate Variability: A Window into the Hidden Physiology of Tinnitus: ANNOUNCEMENT!

Heart Rate Variability: A Window into the Hidden Physiology of Tinnitus: ANNOUNCEMENT! By Dr. Ryan Hill, Audiologist & Founder of Rellax Tinnitus When Tinnitus is more than a sound Every audiologist has heard it: “The tinnitus is driving me crazy — I can’t sleep, and it makes me feel on edge all the time.” We […]
Top 5 Tips to Educate Patients About Tinnitus and Its Treatments

Introduction Did you know that over 50 million adults in the U.S. experience tinnitus at some point in their lives? For many, it’s more than a ringing, it can feel like a constant burden, intruding on sleep, focus, and emotional wellbeing. Imagine trying to relax after a long day, only to hear a sound no […]
Does Online Tinnitus Retraining Therapy Really Work? Here’s the Truth

Introduction Tinnitus is a condition that affects millions of people worldwide, disrupting sleep, concentration, and overall quality of life. For decades, tinnitus retraining therapy (TRT) has been the gold standard in treatment, helping patients “retrain” how their brain responds to tinnitus. Now, the main question is, does online tinnitus retraining therapy really work, and is […]
What Patients Want: Insights from Tinnitus Sufferers Worldwide

Introduction Tinnitus, the perception of sound without an external source affects approximately 15% of the population, with a subset experiencing significant distress necessitating clinical care. As audiologists, it is crucial that our clinical decisions reflect not just the science but also the lived realities of our patients. This blog highlights recent patient insights and actionable […]
Find Relief Your Way: How Rellax Personalizes Tinnitus Therapy

Find Relief Your Way: How Rellax Personalizes Tinnitus Therapy Living with tinnitus can feel overwhelming — no two people experience it the same way. That’s why finding sound therapy that actually works often comes down to personalization. With Rellax, you’re not stuck with generic noise options. Instead, the app puts you in control with personalized […]
AI in Sound Therapy for Tinnitus: What Audiologists Should Know

Introduction Tinnitus, often described as ringing, buzzing, or hissing in the ears, is one of the most common hearing-related conditions worldwide. While many treatments exist, one question remains top of mind for both patients and professionals: what is the latest treatment for tinnitus that can truly make a difference? In recent years, artificial intelligence (AI) […]
10 Everyday Factors That May Be Worsening Your Tinnitus (and How to Avoid Them)

Introduction If you’ve noticed your tinnitus getting worse recently, you’re not alone. Many people experience a noticeable spike in their ringing, buzzing, or hissing sounds over time. But what’s driving this worsening? And most importantly, can you do something about it? The answer is yes. Tinnitus can fluctuate depending on various everyday factors. Things you […]
Tinnitus Myths: What You Really. Need to Know

Tinnitus Myths: What You Really Need to Know Tinnitus affects millions of people, yet it’s still surrounded by a cloud of confusion and misinformation. At Rellax, we believe that understanding your condition is a key step toward managing it. So let’s clear the air. Here are some of the most common myths about tinnitus—and the […]
