Investigating EEG as a Biomarker for Tinnitus Improvement After Bimodal Stimulation
University of Minnesota
Summary
The aim of the proposed study is to investigate the use of resting-state Electroencephalogram (EEG)-Based Brain Entropy (EBDBE) and auditory brainstem responses (ABR) as an objective measure of tinnitus improvement following the use of a bimodal stimulation device in individuals with tinnitus after six weeks of bi-modal stimulation.
Eligibility
- Age range
- 18+ years
- Sex
- All
- Healthy volunteers
- Yes
Treatment Group Inclusion Criteria: * 18 years and over at time of consent * Ability to read and understand English * Willing and able to provide and understand informed consent * Willing to commit to the full duration of the investigation * Subjective tinnitus * Tinnitus duration of greater than or equal to 3 months and less than or equal to 20 years at time of consent (only for participants in treatment group) * Baseline THI score from 40 to 76 (only for participants in treatment group) * Hearing loss condition - can hear the acoustic stimulation of the Lenire device (only for participants…
Interventions
- DeviceLenire Device
The Lenire device is a non-invasive stimulation system designed to reduce the symptoms of chronic subjective tinnitus. It includes a controller that is connected to headphones for sound delivery to the ears and a mouthpiece that provides mild electrical stimulation to the surface of the tongue. Users are recommended to use the device for 60 minutes daily, either in two consecutive 30-minute sessions or at different times throughout the day, for a minimum of 36 hours.
Location
- University of MinnesotaMinneapolis, Minnesota