Wat is Tensor Tympani?
De musculus tensor tympani of “trommelvliesspanner” is een klein spiertje dat ons toelaat ons trommelvlies op te spannen.
What is tonic tensor tympani syndrome (TTTS)?
Abstract Tonic tensor tympani syndrome (TTTS) is an involuntary, anxiety-based condition where the reflex threshold for tensor tympani muscle activity is reduced, causing a frequent spasm. This can trigger aural symptoms from tympanic membrane tension, middle ear ventilation alterations and trigeminal nerve irritability.
What is the tensor tympani muscle?
The tensor tympani muscle is a tiny muscle in your ear that has the purpose of contracting when necessary in order to protect the ear from noises that are so loud or high-pitched that they could be harmful.
What is the best treatment for tonic tensor tympani?
Treatments 1 Not Caring. Yes, this is an actual treatment consideration for Tonic Tensor Tympani Syndrome. 2 Surgery. There is a surgery that involves actually cutting the tensor tympani muscle so that it no longer has the ability to contract. 3 Relaxation and Anxiety Reduction. 4 Acupuncture. 5 Medication. 6 Chiropractic Care.
Is there a tensor tympani Support Group on Facebook?
There is a Group in Facebook called Tensor Tympani Support Group. It would be so nice if you would be a member. Mrs. Westcott is also in the Group. Reply Neil Bauman, Ph.D.says
What causes tonic tensor tympani syndrome?
Causes of Tonic Tensor Tympani Syndrome. TTTS is associated with anxiety, specifically, the anxiety related to tinnitus and hyperacusis and it is a psychosomatic condition. People who are suffering from, misophonia, phonophobia, tinnitus, or hyperacusis are at higher risk for developing TTTS.
Is hyperactivity of the tensor tympani a requirement for tympanic tachycardia syndrome diagnosis?
Hyperactivity of the tensor tympani is not a requirement for TTTS diagnosis in these studies. Rather, a patient is diagnosed with TTTS if one or more unexplained otological symptoms are present.
How are hyperacusis and tympanic tachycardia syndrome diagnosed?
The 2013 multi-clinic study by Westcott et. al. found that 81% of hyperacusis patients had TTTS. They determined this not by examining for hyperactivity of the tensor tympani but by seeing if one or more unexplained TTTS symptoms was present. Thus, almost any hyperacusis patient with unexplained ear pain would be diagnosed with TTTS.
Is the tensor tympani part of the acoustic reflex?
The tensor tympani is not a significant part of the acoustic reflex which is why the recent hyperacusis literature review by Tyler et al noted the logic was unclear for how the tensor tympani could be responsible for sound-induced pain. Many with hyperacusis feel pain without feeling anxious about sound.