Developing Tools and a Care Path for Somatosensory Tinnitus
Overview
- Phase
- N/A
- Intervention
- Not specified
- Conditions
- Tinnitus
- Sponsor
- VA Office of Research and Development
- Enrollment
- 72
- Locations
- 1
- Primary Endpoint
- Change in TFI Score
- Status
- Recruiting
- Last Updated
- 7 months ago
Overview
Brief 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.
Detailed Description
The purpose of this study is to: (1) develop a screening tool for somatosensory tinnitus and (2) perform a randomized clinical trial comparing different treatment approaches for somatosensory tinnitus. The investigators want to find out if individualized physical therapy, alone or in combination with audiology-based sound therapy, is beneficial for treating somatosensory tinnitus.
Investigators
Eligibility Criteria
Inclusion Criteria
- •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 Criteria
- •Middle ear pathology
- •not a candidate for physical therapy
- •injury to the temporomandibular area in past 3 months
- •active pathology in the orofacial region
Outcomes
Primary Outcomes
Change in TFI Score
Time Frame: Measured at at baseline; 8 and 12 weeks post-randomization
The TFI is a 25-item questionnaire that evaluates treatment responsiveness (i.e., changes in functional effects of tinnitus over time). Total possible score ranges from 0-to-100 (scores \>25 indicate tinnitus is a significant problem).