We carry out investigations for patients with balance difficulties that have been referred to us by our Ear, Nose & Throat (ENT) Consultants. Vestibular rehabilitation programmes and exercises are prescribed for patients where necessary.Â
We provide additional counselling and support for patients in the management of complex hearing and tinnitus problems. Tinnitus is the term used to describe noises that are heard in the ears or head. The sounds vary from person to person and can be heard even when there are no other external sounds. It is more commonly thought of as a 'ringing' sound in the ears, but can in fact involve a wide variety of sounds.
Tinnitus is very common in people of all ages and can be caused by:
There may not be a single cause of tinnitus.
Help with tinnitus can be given as part of a patient’s initial hearing assessment. Often the use of a hearing aid is the preferred form of therapy. For patients who find their tinnitus more troublesome, an appointment can be offered with our Senior Hearing Therapist who runs a dedicated tinnitus clinic.
Our staff at Salisbury District Hospital have long been well regarded for the quality of care and treatment they provide for our patients and for their innovation, commitment and professionalism. This has been recognised in a wide range of achievements and it is reflected in our award of ¾¨Ó㴫ý Foundation Trust status. This is afforded to hospitals that provide the highest standards of care.
