Re: Custom earplug recommendations

[Guest guest]

This is what you are talking about. See the pic at bottom. They also come in

flesh colors:

http://www.microsonic-inc.com/index2.php?section=66

The website tells you who dispenses them in your ZIP code. For insurance

purposes, they will probably code it as a durable medical device. They will cost

approximately $200 if you are in the US.

You can hear normal speech through them (with a bit of trouble, especially if

you are not facing the person speaking) but you can also hear some sound, so it

is not necessarily the case these will block all of the bothersome sounds. Then

again, if they do block the soft trigger sounds, this is a great solution. The

only way to really know is to try. It is hard to predict. They are quite

comfortable if they fit well, but not as comfortable, in my view, as Mack's

silicone earplugs. You definitely know you have a thing in your ear.

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> My 16 year old son's triggers are mostly soft mouth sounds (like sighs, deep

breaths, gum chewing) which are often blocked by earplugs. However, he is very

conscious of the visibility and uncomfortable feeling of store bought earplugs.

So we are considering custom fitted flesh-tone earplugs that would block soft

sounds without blocking normal speech.

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> Does anyone have any advice? What should I be looking for in products? Where

do I start? Do I just call up a random audiologist in my area (hopefully that

will take insurance) for a fitting?

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> TIA

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[Guest guest]

Thank you for the quick answer. There are 2 audiologists in my area that provide

the Microsonic earplugs.

Are these Mack's earplugs recommend?

http://www.macksearplugs.com/products/pillow-soft-earplugs-2-pair-beige

TIA

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> > My 16 year old son's triggers are mostly soft mouth sounds (like sighs, deep

breaths, gum chewing) which are often blocked by earplugs. However, he is very

conscious of the visibility and uncomfortable feeling of store bought earplugs.

So we are considering custom fitted flesh-tone earplugs that would block soft

sounds without blocking normal speech.

> >

> > Does anyone have any advice? What should I be looking for in products? Where

do I start? Do I just call up a random audiologist in my area (hopefully that

will take insurance) for a fitting?

> >

> > TIA

> >

>

[Guest guest]

I use tiny white noise generator ear pieces. They are like hearing aids but much smaller. Im often told by people ive known for some time that they had just noticed I had hearing devices.. They work great too. they have been a life savor for me allowing me to tolorate school movies dinner table etc. Most people, when they finally notice the ear pieces assume they are hearing aides and I usually dont dispute that as it is far than having to explain misophonia. they are simmilar to the hearing pieces SWAT teams use but much smaller You can call Dr Marsha at the Oregon tinnitus and hyperacusis Treatment clinic: . I got my ear pieces through her or you could try the manufacturer who is AMPLISOUND. They were a little pricey but worth every penny. I have suffered from this condition for many years and if

it were not for Dr and my mom for getting me those ear peices my misophonia would be much more debillitating. Wish you the best. Makepeace To: Soundsensitivity Sent: Thursday, August 2, 2012 8:24 PM Subject: Custom earplug recommendations

My 16 year old son's triggers are mostly soft mouth sounds (like sighs, deep breaths, gum chewing) which are often blocked by earplugs. However, he is very conscious of the visibility and uncomfortable feeling of store bought earplugs. So we are considering custom fitted flesh-tone earplugs that would block soft sounds without blocking normal speech.

Does anyone have any advice? What should I be looking for in products? Where do I start? Do I just call up a random audiologist in my area (hopefully that will take insurance) for a fitting?

TIA

[Guest guest]

Thank you for the information !Joanna Steed

 

I use tiny white noise generator ear pieces. They are like hearing aids but much smaller. Im often told by people ive known for some time that they had just noticed I had hearing devices.. They work great too. they have been a life savor for me allowing me to tolorate school movies dinner table etc. Most people, when they finally notice the ear pieces assume they are hearing aides and I usually dont dispute that as it is far than having to explain misophonia. they are simmilar to the hearing pieces SWAT teams use but much smaller You can call Dr Marsha at the Oregon tinnitus and hyperacusis Treatment clinic: . I got my ear pieces through her or you could try the manufacturer who is AMPLISOUND. They were a little pricey but worth every penny. I have suffered from this condition for many years and if

it were not for Dr and my mom for getting me those ear peices my misophonia would be much more debillitating. Wish you the best.  Makepeace

To: Soundsensitivity

Sent: Thursday, August 2, 2012 8:24 PM Subject: Custom earplug recommendations

 

My 16 year old son's triggers are mostly soft mouth sounds (like sighs, deep breaths, gum chewing) which are often blocked by earplugs. However, he is very conscious of the visibility and uncomfortable feeling of store bought earplugs. So we are considering custom fitted flesh-tone earplugs that would block soft sounds without blocking normal speech.

Does anyone have any advice? What should I be looking for in products? Where do I start? Do I just call up a random audiologist in my area (hopefully that will take insurance) for a fitting?

TIA

[Guest guest]

Thank you . I called AMPLISOUND and the rep pointed me to

http://www.solacefortinnitus.com/Solace_Products.html. Is the picture at the

bottom of the page the noise generator that you use? He said they used to make a

custom generator that fit entirely within the ear, but that they stopped because

of low demand.

He also said that they are developing a device specifically for misophonia. He

said we could sign up for updates on it by going to the the Contact Information

page, entering our info, and adding a note that we are interested in the

misophonia device.

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> I use tiny white noise generator ear pieces. They are like hearing aids but

much smaller. Im often told by people ive known for some time that they had just

noticed I had hearing devices.. They work great too. they have been a life savor

for me allowing me to tolorate school movies dinner table etc. Most people, when

they finally notice the ear pieces assume they are hearing aides and I usually

dont dispute that as it is far than having to explain misophonia. they are

simmilar to the hearing pieces SWAT teams use but much smaller You can call Dr

Marsha at the Oregon tinnitus and hyperacusis Treatment clinic: 503 234

1221. I got my ear pieces through her or you could try the manufacturer who is

AMPLISOUND. They were a little pricey but worth every penny. I have suffered

from this condition for many years and if it were not for Dr and my mom

for getting me those ear peices my misophonia would be much more debillitating.

Wish you the best. 

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> Makepeace

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> To: Soundsensitivity

> Sent: Thursday, August 2, 2012 8:24 PM

> Subject: Custom earplug recommendations

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> My 16 year old son's triggers are mostly soft mouth sounds (like sighs, deep

breaths, gum chewing) which are often blocked by earplugs. However, he is very

conscious of the visibility and uncomfortable feeling of store bought earplugs.

So we are considering custom fitted flesh-tone earplugs that would block soft

sounds without blocking normal speech.

>

> Does anyone have any advice? What should I be looking for in products? Where

do I start? Do I just call up a random audiologist in my area (hopefully that

will take insurance) for a fitting?

>

> TIA

>

[Guest guest]

What's brown noise?

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> > If they are making one for misophonia, they need a brown noise version,

> > based on discussions within this group. Do people agree?

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[Guest guest]

Wow thanks! I appreciate it.

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> > > If they are making one for misophonia, they need a brown noise version,

> > > based on discussions within this group. Do people agree?

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[Guest guest]

I replied but not sure where it went....funny yahoo.

Briefly, the Amplisound units are nearly invisible and perform well over decades

due to the high level manufacturing by a reputable hearing aid company.

I have developed a unit that may end up proving useful for misophonia with a fq

switch option (higher or lower) but it will be a while before that is available,

however part of the proceeds are intended to go to the Misophonia Association.

The benefits of the Amplisound Solace unit, or one like it from General Hearing

Instruments are as follows

1) designed for hyperacusis and tinnitus, decades of history with benefit at

presenting broadbase sound into the ear canals, deeply enough to be very steady,

and yet open fit so the person can hear actually pretty well

2) design and professionalism of the device, well made and sturdy, can be

repaired as many times as needed over years, tips can be exchanged for bigger

ones, comfortable, and effective

3) most audiologists are familiar with the product and can fit and maintain the

units easily for the patient

4) they work (in about 85% of individuals with misophonia/4S) they have a

positive impact. Not everyone, that is why we need to have that 30 day trial.

Dr J

[Guest guest]

I like the the brown noise the best! It is at a lower frequency. Thanks for sharing. I ordered musician earplugs from Westone and did not like them. They were a hard material and didn't conform to my ear to block out sound like earplugs did.After exhausting my 60 day warranties by returning them multiple time, they finally returned my money.Thanks for sharing the information about the earing devices that emitt white noise. I have bose headphones that do that and it is great when I travel. I was looking for something smaller and where I could adjust the volume. I would pull my earplugs in tighter or move them out more to adjust the right "volume" for my surroundings. It is good to get good and positive

information. Thank you.

[Guest guest]

I like the the brown noise the best! It is at a lower frequency. Thanks for sharing. I ordered musician earplugs from Westone and did not like them. They were a hard material and didn't conform to my ear to block out sound like earplugs did.After exhausting my 60 day warranties by returning them multiple time, they finally returned my money.Thanks for sharing the information about the earing devices that emitt white noise. I have bose headphones that do that and it is great when I travel. I was looking for something smaller and where I could adjust the volume. I would pull my earplugs in tighter or move them out more to adjust the right "volume" for my surroundings. It is good to get good and positive

information. Thank you.