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Background sound may make tinnitus less noticeable for some people, by partly masking it or helping them become less aware of it over time. Evidence is limited, no one sound is proven best, and tinnitus should be medically assessed.
What the evidence says
Evidence for tinnitus sound therapy is limited and outcomes vary. Research does not establish that one sound, such as white, pink or brown noise, is universally more effective than another. Hush provides different sounds so you can choose what feels comfortable and helpful. Research on sound therapy generally does not establish the effectiveness of Hush or its pitch-matching and notch features.
Have tinnitus medically assessed
Tinnitus can have different underlying causes, including conditions that can be treated. Consult a general physician and/or an ENT (ear, nose and throat) specialist for assessment and diagnosis before assuming it is permanent or incurable, or related to sensorineural hearing loss. Hush cannot determine the cause of tinnitus and is not a substitute for medical advice or care.
When to seek urgent care
Seek immediate medical care for tinnitus with sudden hearing loss, facial weakness or severe vertigo, or following a head injury. Arrange an urgent medical assessment if tinnitus beats in time with your pulse. Do not delay assessment while trying background sounds.
Choosing a sound
Comfort is the guide. Some people prefer a sound close to the pitch they hear, others a sound well away from it, and some prefer nature sounds to noise. Try a few, at a comfortable volume, over more than one day. Brown noise for tinnitus looks at one of the most common choices.
Its background sounds are a supportive tool for tinnitus management and relaxation. Hush is not intended to diagnose, treat or cure an underlying medical condition. Pitch matching is a listening preference, not a hearing test; notch controls are sound adjustments, not a clinically validated treatment. Relief, habituation, sleep and focus outcomes are not guaranteed.
