Neurofeedback training for tinnitus relief
Part of Brain & nervous system, Ear, nose & throat clinical trials.
This study tests a non-invasive brain training method called neurofeedback to help reduce the distress caused by tinnitus, which is a constant ringing or buzzing in the ears. If you have bothersome tinnitus, this treatment might help you feel better.
Summary written for real people, not researchers, by Clin2.
Who can take part
- You have had tinnitus for at least 6 months.
- Your tinnitus is bothersome.
- You have normal thinking and memory abilities.
- You do not have dementia or Parkinson's disease.
- You do not have Meniere's disease.
- You do not have severe physical or cognitive impairments that would prevent you from completing study tasks or MRI scanning.
- You have no history of drug or alcohol abuse.
- You have no history of psychological or neurological illness, except for managed anxiety or depression.
- You have no severe chronic health problems other than hearing loss or tinnitus.
- Your vision is normal or corrected to normal (e.g., with glasses or contacts).
- You are able to undergo MRI scanning safely (no metal implants, not pregnant, etc.).
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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