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2 of 2 people found the following review helpful
Format:Hardcover
The Consumer Handbook on Tinnitus is one of a small number of books published by the niche publisher, Auricle Ink. This publishing house was formed by Richard Carmen, an American Audiologist with the aim of producing books about audiological topics for patients who want a more detailed explanation of their condition and its management. To date, books on several aspects of hearing loss and dizziness have been produced. Dr Richard Tyler has added to this series by editing this treatise on tinnitus. He has invited an international panel of authors, who truly represent state of the art in the management of tinnitus, to supply chapters covering basic auditory science, the impact of tinnitus and treatment strategies. There is also a welcome chapter on the often overlooked topic of hyperacusis. The authors are a blend of audiologists, otologists, psychologists and scientists. Although no single treatment modality is recommended above others, the book has a fairly marked emphasis on psychological management.
As with most multi-author books there is an eclectic mixture of writing styles and inevitably there are areas where authors have overlapped content. There are a few areas where the authors contradict each other: for example there is conflicting information about the role of caffeine in several chapters. Of course, such inconsistencies simply reflect some of the uncertainties that we professionals have regarding tinnitus and demonstrate gaps in our evidence base. However, as the main target audience is patients with tinnitus perhaps these points of contention should have either been removed or highlighted as grey areas. There are also one or two slightly puzzling omissions. For example there is no mention of tinnitus in childhood.
I do not think that this is a book that every patient with tinnitus should read but it certainly merits a place on the bookshelves of those who are more inquisitive about their condition. The book undoubtedly delivers its aim of supplying detailed information about tinnitus and very successfully bridges the gap between medical textbooks and more conventional patient orientated publications. Although there is advice regarding measures to improve the condition this is a resource book rather than a conventional self help book. As such I would thoroughly recommend it as a worthwhile purchase for any of the patient self help and support groups.
The Consumer Handbook on Tinnitus is also a book that interested professionals could usefully read: although the book is written in language that a lay person can understand the breadth and depth of coverage makes it appropriate not only for those in primary care but also for otologists and audiologists. Currently priced in dollars at $32.95 it represents extremely good value for money.
Don McFerran, MA, FRCS, Consultant ENT Surgeon, Colchester Hospital University NHS Foundation Trust, UK.
As with most multi-author books there is an eclectic mixture of writing styles and inevitably there are areas where authors have overlapped content. There are a few areas where the authors contradict each other: for example there is conflicting information about the role of caffeine in several chapters. Of course, such inconsistencies simply reflect some of the uncertainties that we professionals have regarding tinnitus and demonstrate gaps in our evidence base. However, as the main target audience is patients with tinnitus perhaps these points of contention should have either been removed or highlighted as grey areas. There are also one or two slightly puzzling omissions. For example there is no mention of tinnitus in childhood.
I do not think that this is a book that every patient with tinnitus should read but it certainly merits a place on the bookshelves of those who are more inquisitive about their condition. The book undoubtedly delivers its aim of supplying detailed information about tinnitus and very successfully bridges the gap between medical textbooks and more conventional patient orientated publications. Although there is advice regarding measures to improve the condition this is a resource book rather than a conventional self help book. As such I would thoroughly recommend it as a worthwhile purchase for any of the patient self help and support groups.
The Consumer Handbook on Tinnitus is also a book that interested professionals could usefully read: although the book is written in language that a lay person can understand the breadth and depth of coverage makes it appropriate not only for those in primary care but also for otologists and audiologists. Currently priced in dollars at $32.95 it represents extremely good value for money.
Don McFerran, MA, FRCS, Consultant ENT Surgeon, Colchester Hospital University NHS Foundation Trust, UK.
Format:Hardcover
A somewhat repetitive compendium of essays by practitioners which nevertheless contains a useful summary of knowledge presented in layman's terms. But not a substitute for more scholarly tomes by Hazell and others.
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5 of 5 people found the following review helpful
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27 Jan 2012
Format:Hardcover
Editor Tyler's book on Tinnitus is aimed at consumers with little or no knowledge about Tinnitus. That being said, it eventually works into more sophisticated topics. The good news here is that the book is nicely organized, allowing one to proceed through it in an orderly fashion, or jump around to the topics of interest.
Basics: hardback with dustjacket, 282 pp, 1.5 pounds, b&w illustrations. Glossary. Index.
Perhaps the strongest aspect of this book is that it combines medical information alongside tales of people who have suffered from Tinnitus.
The book begins with an Overview chapter and then proceeds to Causes of Tinnitus and a particularly lucid chapter on the neural mechanisms of the diseases. After this, there are three chapters about what sort of reactions human beings have to the disease and a broad but quite relatable discussion which has the generic title "Your Life and Tinnitus." I found this to be the real "meat" of the book, providing lots of examples and tales of patients written in informative yet friendly prose.
After this, the book provides several chapters which outline treatment options and coping mechanisms with particular focus paid to the issue of Tinnitus and sleep and the effect Tinnitus can have on concentration.
The closing chapters were the least interesting to me, but "What to Expect from Your Physician and Healthcare Professionals" provided some basic content which some readers might find valuable.
Basics: hardback with dustjacket, 282 pp, 1.5 pounds, b&w illustrations. Glossary. Index.
Perhaps the strongest aspect of this book is that it combines medical information alongside tales of people who have suffered from Tinnitus.
The book begins with an Overview chapter and then proceeds to Causes of Tinnitus and a particularly lucid chapter on the neural mechanisms of the diseases. After this, there are three chapters about what sort of reactions human beings have to the disease and a broad but quite relatable discussion which has the generic title "Your Life and Tinnitus." I found this to be the real "meat" of the book, providing lots of examples and tales of patients written in informative yet friendly prose.
After this, the book provides several chapters which outline treatment options and coping mechanisms with particular focus paid to the issue of Tinnitus and sleep and the effect Tinnitus can have on concentration.
The closing chapters were the least interesting to me, but "What to Expect from Your Physician and Healthcare Professionals" provided some basic content which some readers might find valuable.
12 of 18 people found the following review helpful
Highly Recommended
4 Dec 2009
Format:Hardcover
If you are experiencing tinnitus, or knows someone that does, then this book is highly recommended. It has been compiled by many well respected credible scientists all over the world that are recognised experts on tinnitus. The content is very comprehensive and well written in understandable consumer language. Every aspect of tinnitus is covered, and having viewed many books and ebooks, I can honestly say that I feel this book will certainly help a tinnitus sufferer more than anything else available at present.
To the authors I can only say this, "Thank you for so freely sharing your valuable knowledge, and God Bless".
To the authors I can only say this, "Thank you for so freely sharing your valuable knowledge, and God Bless".
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