What does PATM mean in MANAGEMENT

Progressive Audiologic Tinnitus Management (PATM) is a comprehensive, multidisciplinary approach to treating tinnitus. PATM combines counseling and education with sound therapies to help individuals cope with their tinnitus and improve their quality of life.

PATM involves both counseling and sound therapy in order to address the physical and emotional aspects of tinnitus. Counseling includes helping patients understand why they experience tinnitus as well as managing stress and improving sleep habits. Sound therapy includes using different types of devices or sounds that can help reduce the perception or awareness of the patient's own tinnitus, ultimately helping them manage the symptoms better.

People who suffer from tinnitus can benefit from PATM. It is especially helpful for people who have difficulty coping with the noise associated with their condition because it helps them understand why they are experiencing it in addition to providing methods for reducing its effects on everyday life.

The duration of time it takes for an individual's symptoms to be relieved through PATM treatment varies depending on many factors including age, severity of the symptoms, type of treatment used, etc. Generally speaking, most people will start to see positive changes after a few weeks of regular treatment sessions.

As with all treatments there may be some risks associated with using PATM as well as side effects such as fatigue or headaches. However, these risks are generally minimal when compared to other forms of medical treatments for tinnitus, so it is important to discuss them fully with your doctor before starting any form of treatment.