Tinnitus after the concert
Noises in the ears after concerts are unfortunately not uncommon. But what can you do if the tinnitus still persists the next morning?
How does tinnitus come about after loud music?
The development of tinnitus is preceded by damage to the inner ear from loud music at the concert.
- The inner ear converts acoustic sound into nervous impulses, which are then passed on to the brain. Its shape resembles a snail.
- The interior of this snail is filled with a liquid. This starts to vibrate, for example when the middle ear transmits sound to the inner ear.
- There are tiny hair cells in the cochlea. If these are moved by the vibrations of the liquid, they pass impulses on to the brain. It is assumed that parallel to the hair cells there are also structures that have an inhibiting effect on the perception of noises.
- Loud noises, such as at a concert, damage the hair cells as well as the inhibiting connections, mostly in the high-pitched range. Hence, one perceives noises that objectively do not exist.
Many people are familiar with the delicate whistling that can occasionally be heard in the ear. …
What to do if there is ringing in the ears after the concert?
- The tinnitus usually subsides quickly after a concert and disappears completely by the next noon. Relaxing and listening to soft music can help with this.
- If the ringing in your ears persists, you should consult an ENT specialist on the same day. Promising treatment methods for acute tinnitus often have to be applied within 24 hours.
- Fear and stress usually aggravate the tinnitus. Trust that relaxation and distraction will make it go away.
- Relaxation techniques - possibly combined with quiet music that drowns out the sound in the ear - can also help improve your well-being.
Don't forget to use earplugs to protect yourself against further damage to the inner ear before your next concert.
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