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r/Menieres on Reddit: Bone conduction headphones and vertigo
December 31, 2022 -
Hey all!
I don't know why I didn't think to join earlier but I've been experiencing Meniere's like symptoms on and off for 3 years with a soft diagnosis by my ENT mid last year. I've had a hard time with headohones since.
Prior to Meniere's, I wore headphones more than not, but now I almost never use them. I've seen a few mentions of bone conduction (BC) headphones being good for people in this subreddit but the warnings online that BC can cause vertigo is off-putting to say the least.
I'd love to hear from people with and without Meniere's whether they find BC has made their symptoms worse or if they were unaffected.
I have partial hearing loss but I know that the hearing loss is internal and won't be bypassed by using BC. Just want to use other experiences to guage the risk of triggering my symptoms.
Thanks!
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I started using Aftershokz Aeropex bone conduction headphones a little over a year ago when my Meniere’s went bilateral. I can’t use over/on-ear headphones or sound-isolating in-ear without having Meniere’s problems. I love the bone conduction. The sound quality is a bit different. It took one or two days to get used to them, but they’ve never caused me Meniere’s problems, even in those first couple days. They vibration against your head/jaw feels weird at first, but then you stop noticing it unless you have the volume cranked all the way up. My jaw had a very minor ache for the first afternoon while getting used to them, but that hasn’t happened since then. If my hearing is fluctuating or my ears feel full, but I’m not having vertigo yet, I usually feel agitated. In those times, I’ll often put them on and listen to an audiobook or podcast. It helps me feel less agitated. With bone conduction headphones, the cheaper brands or first couple generations have much worse sound quality than the better brands/newer models. I tried 2 other options (one from amazon and one that was an older, wired model from Aftershokz). I decided the Aeropex model was worth the cost.
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I cried from happiness the first time I tried mine. They are amazing. I have a mild case of Ménière’s as far as vertigo goes though, so your mileage may vary but I really really like my shokz.
Bone conduction headphones and vertigo
I started using Aftershokz Aeropex bone conduction headphones a little over a year ago when my Meniere’s went bilateral. I can’t use over/on-ear headphones or sound-isolating in-ear without having Meniere’s problems. I love the bone conduction. The sound quality is a bit different. It took one or two days to get used to them, but they’ve never caused me Meniere’s problems, even in those first couple days. They vibration against your head/jaw feels weird at first, but then you stop noticing it unless you have the volume cranked all the way up. My jaw had a very minor ache for the first afternoon while getting used to them, but that hasn’t happened since then. If my hearing is fluctuating or my ears feel full, but I’m not having vertigo yet, I usually feel agitated. In those times, I’ll often put them on and listen to an audiobook or podcast. It helps me feel less agitated. With bone conduction headphones, the cheaper brands or first couple generations have much worse sound quality than the better brands/newer models. I tried 2 other options (one from amazon and one that was an older, wired model from Aftershokz). I decided the Aeropex model was worth the cost. More on reddit.com
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December 31, 2022TIFU by running with bone conduction headphones, now I have tinnitus
Hey, I've had tinnitus for the last 10 years. It sucks, and it may even get worse. But the one thing I can tell you is that you get used to it. On the few bad days the tinnitus will seem overwhelming, but most of the time you will hopefully not even notice it. It almost becomes part of the everyday background noise, after a while. I know it's not any heartening advice, but you will get used to it. Stay safe and use earplugs at the club! More on reddit.com
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May 15, 2020Are bone conduction headphones worth it?
They're great! Certainly not audiophile quality, but for some background tunes while still being fully aware of your surroundings, it's a great option.
I have the older AfterShokz Trekz Titanium.
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November 5, 2019Bone Conduction vs Awareness Mode
Bone conduction is so comfortable I will frequently forget that I have them on. It’s not particularly useful in high-noise areas like indoor gyms, but if running outside it’s really nice. More on reddit.com
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September 13, 2022Amazon
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Amazon.com: Customer Questions & Answers
AfterShokz Trekz Titanium Open Ear Wireless Bone Conduction Headphones · Q: Would I get headaches or dizziness after wearing these? I got them when I wore the Blues2 · asked on June 9, 2016 · Showing 1-10 of 14 answers · WARNING: I am maybe a worst case scenario. I went on an 8 hour bike ride one Sunday about a year ago while wearing these. I was a "little dizzy" that day, but the next day it hit me hard, and I got full on vertigo.
Hearing Health & Technology Matters
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Bone Conduction Headsets: Bad to the Bone
December 1, 2024 - If you have tinnitus, it’s advisable ... any worsening occurs. Vertigo or Dizziness: In some rare cases, users may experience vertigo or dizziness when using bone conduction headphones....
ScienceDirect
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Bone conduction: An explanation for this phenomenon comprising complex mechanisms - ScienceDirect
June 3, 2013 - Bone conduction hearing inevitably involves vibration of the basilar membrane in response to a pressure gradient on either side of the membrane. The p…
ResearchGate
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Earbuds Induced Benign Paroxysmal Positional Vertigo? | Request PDF
March 25, 2025 - After 6 months of using bone-conduction headphones, he had not experienced any dizziness. Conclusion We suggest that earbuds may induce benign paroxysmal positional vertigo.
MedicalXpress
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New innovation improves the diagnosis of dizziness
September 10, 2018 - "Thanks to this bone conduction technology, the sound levels which patients are exposed to can be minimised. The previous test was like a machine gun going off next to the ear—with this method it will be much more comfortable. The new vibrating device provides a maximum sound level of 75 decibels. The test can be performed at 40 decibels lower than today's method using air-conducted sounds through headphones.
Sage Journals
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Earbuds Induced Benign Paroxysmal Positional Vertigo? - Yaakov Eyal, Nir Tsur, Zachary A. Trotzky, Gal Pachys, Daniel Trotzky, 2025
After 6 months of using bone-conduction headphones, he had not experienced any dizziness. We suggest that earbuds may induce benign paroxysmal positional vertigo.
PubMed
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Benign paroxysmal positional vertigo after use of noise-canceling headphones - PubMed
Benign paroxysmal positional vertigo (BPPV) is a common cause of vertigo. We describe a case of a woman presenting acutely with a severe episode of disabling positional vertigo. Although she had no known etiologic risk factors, this attack followed ...
Quora
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Can a vertigo patient use headphones? If can, is noise-canceling headphones a good use? - Quora
Answer: First of all, anyone with EARS can use headphones. I’m scratching my head, wondering what the relationship is between vertigo and headphones? I personally have had rare but troubling episodes of vertigo—-during which I found it risky to try to walk around.
HiFi SoundGear
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Can Headphones Cause Vertigo? A Deep Dive into Audio-Induced Dizziness (2025)
February 19, 2025 - Discover the surprising connection between headphones and vertigo, from pressure-induced dizziness to audio-vestibular effects. Learn expert tips to prevent headphone-related vertigo and enjoy safer listening.
NG EarSafe
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Can Headphones Cause Vertigo? Get the Truth in 5 Minutes
It’s uncommon. Since bone conduction headphones bypass the ear canal, they generally reduce the risk of triggering vertigo, but very sensitive users might still experience discomfort.
Published October 31, 2025
Headphonesty
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Are Bone Conduction Headphones Safe? | Headphonesty
August 18, 2023 - Bone conduction headphones usually rest on your temples. Because of this, wearing bone conduction headphones can get uncomfortable or cause headaches. Some users have even reported vertigo or dizziness when using them.
Soundcore
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Can Bone Conduction Headphones Cause Headaches? Answers Here
August 27, 2024 - However, as with any type of ... in susceptible individuals. While uncommon, some individuals might experience vertigo due to the vibrations directly stimulating the bones....
SoundGuys
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Bone conduction headphones: Gimmick or godsend? - SoundGuys
June 6, 2025 - They sound much better than bone conduction and serve a similar purpose for those (without hearing impairments) who need a pair of earbuds that are safe for outdoor use. I see the company AfterShokz and Shokz a lot, is this the same company? Yes, AfterShokz changed its name to Shokz in December 2021, and has been releasing new headsets under the Shokz name. Standard headphones and earphones cause me BPPV (vertigo).
NYTimes
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The 5 Best Bone-Conduction and Open-Ear Headphones of 2026 | Reviews by Wirecutter
August 25, 2025 - In this pair, bone conduction handles the higher frequencies, while traditional mini drivers direct bass notes toward your ears. This design reduces the cheek-tickling vibrations and improves bass performance in comparison with other bone-conduction headphones.
Tel Aviv University
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Earbuds Induced Benign Paroxysmal Positional Vertigo? - Tel Aviv University
October 5, 2025 - After 6 months of using bone-conduction headphones, he had not experienced any dizziness. Conclusion: We suggest that earbuds may induce benign paroxysmal positional vertigo.
Shokz
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How Safe are Bone Conduction Headphones? – Shokz AU
March 27, 2024 - While the majority find these vibrations subtle and non-intrusive, individuals with elevated sensitivity may find it pronounced, and even potentially lead to headaches or vertigo...
HiFi SoundGear
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Can Headphones Make You Dizzy? Understanding Audio-Induced Vertigo in 2025
February 20, 2025 - When headphones create pressure ... your head. The plot thickens with bone conduction - yes, your skull is literally conducting sound like a tiny orchestra conductor!...
NG EarSafe
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Are Bone Conduction Headphones Safe? Myths & Truth Explained
Bone conduction headphones are redefining audio experiences, but concerns about bone conduction headphones health concerns are largely unfounded with proper usage. Myths around discomfort, dizziness, and hearing risks have led to unnecessary ...
Published October 31, 2025