Tinnitus Help for Drummers:
If you suffer from this disorder, there are several options to look into.
Number 1. Start with prevention, always practice safe "Playing & Listening"! Get a good pair of ear plugs, filters, in-ear monitors or noise canceling headphones to reduce the pressure (dBs) on your ear drums.
Number 2. Try to identify the source of your issues, aside from drum and cymbal pressure - what other loud noises are you around? Firearms, Factories, Power Tools and more cause damage aside from simply aging. There are over 200 drugs associated with Tinnitus as well! Speak with your Doctor regarding any medical issues which may be affecting you, ask for a referral to an Audiologist.
Number 3. Clear Ear Wax! Excess may create pressure against your ear drum and affect it's function. There are several ways to safely clear ear wax, q-tips tend to push wax in more than remove it and you need to be careful not to go too deep. There are several over the counter ear wax rinses that work quite well. Wearing headphones is known to increase the production of ear wax as well.
Number 4. Test the volume of your drums/cymbals with a Decibel/Sound Meter App. It is amazing at the volume (pressure in dBs) that drums and cymbals produce which are all typically well above the safe range! This should reinforce the need for hearing protection.
Number 5. Reduce Stress and get proper REST! Exercise is a great way to reduce stress and increase circulation inexpensively. Restful Sleep is the number one most overlooked factor that affects your health & longevity, work on factors which affect your ability to get consistent rest. A few ways to get a better night's sleep are; reduce artificial light exposure 2-hours prior to bed (Cell, TV, Tablet, LED lights), set a daily sleep/wake schedule, and sleep in a cool/dark room to avoid stimulating a wake response.
Here is a more detailed article from Dr. Andrew Weil: Click HERE