Member- Jun 1, 2024
- 12
- Tinnitus Since
- 07/2023
- Cause of Tinnitus
- Acoustic Trauma
Dear all, a few days ago I was "attacked" by a slamming door. It was extremely loud and caused a spike. Of course, I panicked and started searching online to find out how loud a slamming door can be. I came across the article below about the acoustic reflex, which I thought would be worth sharing.
In this particular case, the acoustic reflex did not prevent the spike, but I will try to stay calmer in the future when unexpected short loud noises occur and I do not have time to put on hearing protection, including using my fingers, which is often the case with sudden sounds.
www.highpeakhearing.co.uk
In this particular case, the acoustic reflex did not prevent the spike, but I will try to stay calmer in the future when unexpected short loud noises occur and I do not have time to put on hearing protection, including using my fingers, which is often the case with sudden sounds.
High Peak Hearing | Experts in Hearing Aids and Wax Removal
The acoustic reflex (also known as the stapedius reflex) is your ear’s natural response to loud sounds. When your ears detect a sudden noise — typically above 70 to 100 decibels — a tiny muscle in your middle ear called the stapedius contracts.
www.highpeakhearing.co.uk
