Specialist tinnitus assessment and ongoing management from an
experienced audiology team.
Tinnitus is the perception of sound – ringing, buzzing, hissing, clicking – that has no external source. For some people it comes and goes. For others it’s constant. Either way, it can affect your sleep, concentration, work and day-to-day wellbeing.
Many people arrive at Knox Audiology having already been told there’s nothing to be done. We don’t start from that position. Tinnitus can’t always be cured, but it can be understood and managed – and that’s where a proper assessment starts. A proper tinnitus assessment is a thorough, structured evaluation that looks at the relationship between your tinnitus and your hearing, sleep, concentration and daily life.
We use a structured clinical process and diagnostic equipment to build a complete picture of your tinnitus and its impact.
ENT specialists and vestibular physiotherapist consult on-site at our Wantirna clinic - for complex cases that need further investigation.
All Knox audiologists hold a Master's in Clinical Audiology and are accredited members of Audiology Australia (AAudA).
Knox Audiology has been caring for people's hearing health in Melbourne's eastern suburbs since the mid-1990s.
Your initial tinnitus assessment takes place with an experienced audiologist who has specific tinnitus experience.
Comprehensive hearing assessment – Tinnitus is often connected to hearing loss, though not always. A full hearing evaluation is an essential part of understanding what’s driving yours.
A structured look at the characteristics of your tinnitus: its pitch, loudness, how much it bothers you & how it affects your daily life.
Sleep disruption, anxiety and difficulty concentrating are common with tinnitus. Understanding the full impact means we can recommend support that addresses what matters to you.
After your assessment, your audiologist works through which management options are right for you – sound therapy, hearing aids with tinnitus programs, relaxation strategies, further medical or allied health investigations.
A referral is required before booking a tinnitus assessment. Your initial assessment takes place at our Wantirna clinic, once we receive your referral, we’ll confirm your appointment and let you know what to expect.
Your audiologist walks you through the assessment step by step, so nothing feels rushed or unexplained. There’s time to talk before any testing begins.
Your results are explained clearly on the day, in plain language, with a clear recommendation on what to do next.
Tinnitus management isn’t a one-appointment fix. Ongoing tinnitus therapy and support continues, at our Wantirna clinic.
Wantirna.
A referral is required before booking a tinnitus assessment at Knox Audiology. If you haven’t yet spoken to your GP about your tinnitus, that’s the recommended first step.
There is currently no Medicare rebate available for tinnitus assessments. Our team will confirm the relevant fees when you book.
Tinnitus is the perception of sound – ringing, buzzing, hissing, roaring or clicking – that comes from within the auditory system rather than an external source. It can affect one or both ears, or feel like it's coming from inside the head, and affects around 17–20% of Australians to some degree.
Tinnitus is most commonly caused by changes to the inner ear from noise exposure or ageing, which is why it often occurs alongside hearing loss. Other causes include ear wax blockage, ear infections, Menière's disease, certain medications, head or neck injury, and cardiovascular conditions. A thorough assessment helps identify what's contributing to yours.
There's currently no universal cure for tinnitus. For many people, though, the right management significantly reduces the impact it has on daily life. Evidence-based approaches include sound therapy, hearing aids with tinnitus programs, cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT), relaxation techniques and, where appropriate, psychological support. The right combination depends on your individual assessment.
Yes. Stress and anxiety are known to make tinnitus more noticeable and more distressing, and it works both ways – tinnitus causes stress, and stress amplifies tinnitus awareness. This is why a whole-person assessment that looks at sleep, mood and concentration is more useful than a purely audiological one.
Generally, it's worth avoiding prolonged loud noise exposure (or using hearing protection when it's unavoidable), limiting caffeine and alcohol if they worsen your symptoms, avoiding total silence where possible, since background sound often reduces tinnitus awareness, and managing stress where you can. Cotton buds should never go in the ears. Your audiologist will give you personalised advice based on your assessment.
Yes. A referral is required before booking a tinnitus assessment at Knox Audiology. If you haven't yet spoken to your GP about your tinnitus, that's a good place to start.
Your initial tinnitus assessment takes place at our Wantirna clinic, with an audiologist experienced in tinnitus care. Ongoing counselling and management then continue at whichever of our four Melbourne clinics suits you best, so follow-up care doesn't mean a trip back to Wantirna each time.
Yes, particularly when hearing loss is also present. Modern hearing aids from most major brands include built-in tinnitus management programs that use sound to reduce the contrast between tinnitus and background noise, making it less prominent. Knox Audiology offers independent advice across all major brands, with no manufacturer ties.
In most cases, no. But tinnitus in only one ear, pulsating tinnitus in time with your heartbeat, or tinnitus alongside sudden hearing loss or neurological symptoms should be checked by a doctor promptly, as these can occasionally point to something that needs further investigation.
No. There's currently no Medicare rebate available for tinnitus assessments at Knox Audiology. Our friendly team will confirm the relevant fees when you book.
A tinnitus assessment won’t automatically fix what you’re experiencing. But it will give you a clear, honest understanding of what’s happening and what your options are. That’s a meaningful place to start.
