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Tips for living with tinnitus. Don't let ringing in the ears hold you back. You can beat tinnitus. A positive attitude is very helpful. Relaxation techniques, an active social life, sports and hobbies can assist you in taking control of your life - even with tinnitus. On the following page, we've summarized a few practical tips, recently developed by Siemens together with ENT physicians, psychologists, and audiologists. Relearning how you hear Listen consciously to the world around you. Everything that provides your ears with varied sound impressions deflects attention away from tinnitus. Tips for recuperative sleep Avoid black tea, coffee or heavy meals in the evening. A warm bath before you go to bed is a good option. Get active, stay on the move Relish life with family and friends, and organize your private life to include plenty of activity and variety. Keep an open mind. Everything that increases your personal sense of well- being and enjoyment of life decreases tinnitus' hold over it. Avoid silence Give yourself a break now and again. However, avoid complete silence, which is an open invitation for tinnitus to take hold. Opt for enjoyable sources of sound stimulus - an audio book or relaxing music. Promote your physical fitness People who participate in sports are healthier and this also applies to people with tinnitus. Everything you enjoy doing and that tests your physical fitness is good for you. Learn to relax effectively Because tinnitus causes tension, it is important to learn relaxation methods and use them regularly. Some recommended relaxation methods are Feldenkrais, yoga, tai chi, and qi gong. Get more information Visit the American Tinnitus Association website: ata.org Copyright © 2013 Siemens Hearing Instruments, Inc. All rights reserved. 6/13 SHI/14275 Practical tips The GEORGETOWN HEARING CLINIC Call today to book your appointment. 905-873-6642 99 Sinclair Avenue, Suite 210 Serving the community of Halton Hills and surrounding areas since 1992 Cory Soal Hearing Instrument Practitioner On-Site Audiologist • Repairs • Hearing Tests • Batteries • Home Service Available • Affordable Pricing • Custom Made Musician, Industrial & Swim Plugs • Hearing Aid Prescriptions and Fittings • ADP, WSIB, DVA Authorised Dispensary97 King St., Georgetown www.bareimage.ca905-873-6388 Celebrating 15 years in business! www.bareimage.ca Permanent Results!! with Laser Hair Removal • Safe • Affordable • Gentle • Certified technicians • Comfortable home environment Bare Image Electrolysis & Laser Inc. Since 1999 Th e IFP * H alton H ills * H EA LTH C A RE - Thursday , JU LY 17, 2014 3 Staying Alive's Yoga in the Park Leanne Monaghan of Staying Alive Fitness Inc. leads a group of yogis and yoginis in Prospect Park at the Thursday night Yoga in the Park. On the first night last week, 53 participants showed up, despite the threat of rain. As a result, 120 lbs of food was col- lected for Acton Foodshare and $54 was raised for the Links2Care Backpack program. Yoga in the Park will continue for the next five weeks until August 14. Registra- tion is from 6:30-6:50 p.m. with the yoga session from 7-8 p.m. Cost is free, but pease a non- perishable food item for the food bank or a donation to the Back- pack program. Bring your own towel, mat or blanket and some water. Photos by Ray Lavender