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I never made the headway with DNRS that I intended, but I want to revisit it. I still think neuroplasticity holds massive potential. Apr 5, 2024

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    1. samatx
      samatx
      I never made the headway with DNRS that I intended, but I want to revisit it. I still think neuroplasticity holds massive potential.
      Apr 5, 2024
    2. samatx
      samatx
      So much of this condition feels psychological, but that doesn’t make it any easier to recover. The PTSD from setback after setback is REAL.
      Apr 5, 2024
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      2. Varda
        Varda
        I don't really like to get into the differences about "physiological" or "psychological" pain. Its all nervous system cells. Doesn't matter if its the auditory nerve, or the auditory center of the brain or the conscious part of the brain. Its all basically part of the same big system of nerve cells. And doctors are clueless about how any of it works or how to treat it.
        Apr 5, 2024
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      3. Lorca
        Lorca
        Perfectly said man, I was thinking this today. I saw a film last night and was so triggered by the alarms in the film
        Apr 5, 2024
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      4. samatx
        samatx
        @Lorca its interesting how the brain can amplify its perception of certain sounds based on the perceived source. Sometimes I do a double take when I am watching a movie on a low volume and a gunshot happens - it still sounds LOUD even when the DB level is measurably insignificant. Same thing happened to me with a fire alarm scene in The Sopranos recently. I plugged my ears like I was 5 feet from a siren.
        Apr 5, 2024
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    3. MatthewR
      MatthewR
      I have acoustic trauma from gunshots too (700) shots ar15 no ear pro. I was drunk made a huge mistake 3 months ago.. can I live a normal life? I hate my hearing issues
      Feb 17, 2024
    4. samatx
      samatx
      Taking a break from the forum to begin practicing the DNRS program in hopes of recovering from hyperacusis. Will be back to update :)
      Dec 11, 2023
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      3. MadeleineHope
        MadeleineHope
        Oh, & as for the whole fear of permanently worsening... I remind myself that nothing is certain. For anyone. Ever. My tinnitus or hyperacusis could increase in severity the next day just as someone else's could begin.
        Mar 20, 2024
      4. MadeleineHope
        MadeleineHope
        The only difference is that now that I've experienced my injury, I have the knowledge to reduce the chances of that happening (i.e., using hearing protection as appropriate, eating/taking supplements to promote hearing health), whereas most of the general population does not take a second to think about their hearing health :)
        Mar 20, 2024
      5. samatx
        samatx
        @MadeleineHope I’ve been keeping these comments in the front of my brain the last couple weeks, I really appreciate the words. Hope you’re having some good moments this week!
        Apr 3, 2024
    5. samatx
      samatx
      Another setback...trying to keep the spirits as high as they can be (but they are admittedly low).
      Nov 20, 2023
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      2. cyberspace
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        What caused the setback?
        Nov 21, 2023
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        samatx
        Mar 19, 2024
      4. MadeleineHope
        MadeleineHope
        @samatx If this is in your apartment, can you place something over the speaker to decrease the level of sound?
        Mar 20, 2024
    6. tiniturk
      tiniturk
      Hi samatx, hope all is well! I just saw your last post regarding your recovery. Did you in the meantime, while recovering from your acoustic trauma, attended any events with loud music (with earplugs in, of course)?
      Jun 12, 2023
      2. samatx
        samatx
        I’ve visited parties/bars with loud music, went to a comedy show with loud speakers, went to movies, and even danced at a club for short periods of time (all with earplugs of course), none permanently worsened my condition, though some caused flairs. BUT I’ve limited these activities to my best days ear wise and took multiple days off from loud activities after. I have not attended any concerts.
        Jun 18, 2023
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      3. samatx
        samatx
        Also need to mention that this was only after MONTHS of not attending any events with loud music. Probably 5 months before I tried to test those waters.
        Jun 18, 2023
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    Gender:
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    Tinnitus Since:
    04/2022
    Cause of Tinnitus:
    Gun Shot
    I am a photographer (formerly of bands) and digital artist. Lucky to have a remote job in marketing that allows me to survive this hyperacusis/tinnitus shit show. Striving to remain positive despite the limitations this has placed on me.

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