WHAT IS TINNITUS ?

When you experience ringing or other noises in one or both of your ears. It is inside your ear & only you can hear it & there is no external cause. The causes of your tinnitus is best determined by your doctor or GP, but can include an ear infection, problems with ears, nose & throat, allergies, problems with circulation, age related hearing loss, stress, stiff neck & jaw. Tinnitus could affect your attention span, cognitive function & sleep.

CAN YOGA HELP MY TINNITUS ?

With regular practice yoga could definately help. If you have been diagnosed with tinnitus please be given the OK & all clear by your doctor or GP before commencing yoga & other forms of exercise.

The practice of yoga will

• Help increase the circulation of blood throughout your entire body.
• It massages & stimulates your organs to help remove toxins.
• It helps us improve our immunity to protect us from infection & allergies.
• Yoga helps to relax the muscles of our body including our head & neck which can help reduce the noise caused by tinnitus.
• Reduce stress in your body & mind & restore calm.

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