Somatosensory Tinnitus RCT
Developing Tools and a Care Path for Somatosensory Tinnitus
VA Office of Research and Development
72 participants
Nov 1, 2023
INTERVENTIONAL
Conditions
Summary
The purpose of this study is to learn more about a type of tinnitus (ringing in the ears) known as "somatosensory tinnitus." This type of tinnitus is suspected when the tinnitus perception changes following head and/or neck movements. This study is also exploring a possible way to treat somatosensory tinnitus.
Eligibility
Inclusion Criteria3
- Constant, chronic tinnitus (6-months in duration)
- bothersome tinnitus based on TFI score and self-reported loudness
- able to modulate tinnitus perception with head, neck, and/or jaw maneuvers
Exclusion Criteria4
- Middle ear pathology
- not a candidate for physical therapy
- injury to the temporomandibular area in past 3 months
- active pathology in the orofacial region
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Interventions
Individuals randomized to this intervention will receive physical therapy, personalized for the participant's specific needs, and include exercises to be performed at home.
Individuals randomized to this intervention will receive sound-based therapy, consistent with an audiology-based standard of care treatment.
Individuals randomized to this intervention will receive both individualized physical therapy and sound-based therapy.
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NCT05434637