They are less distracting. We may recommend hearing aids that include a tinnitus function if you have hearing loss. Wear appropriate hearing protection devices (earmuffs or earplugs) in work settings as well as during personal activities like mowing, power tool use, and listening to music. Before obtaining audiometric data, tuning forks can be used as a way to assess hearing. To activate and enter submenu links, click the down arrowYou will now have the ability to tab or scroll down through the menu options to access/activate any submenu links. Also, avoid using cotton swabs inside your ears. If you work in an industry that uses loud machinery, or uses firearms, make sure to wear over-the-ear protection. However, it is more common in senior citizens, those who work in noisy environments, musicians and music lovers, and military personnel. Astragalus has a long history of use as an adaptogen in Ayurvedic medicine. MedlinePlus also links to health information from non-government Web sites.