Widex Zen Therapy provides counseling to help patients understand and accept the condition, amplification for the majority of people with bothersome tinnitus who also have hearing loss, sound stimulation in the form of the Zen fractal tones, and relaxation techniques that can help break a vicious circle of tinnitus exacerbating stress and vice versa.
According to the British Tinnitus Association, around 30% of people experience tinnitus, with 13% (1 in 8) having persistent tinnitus. For such a common condition, many people do not understand the impact it can have.
Medical device company, Neuromod Devices Ltd, announced that it has launched Ótologie, a “specialist telehealth service for tinnitus.” This new service will provide tinnitus patients, throughout the United Kingdom and Europe, with a private care option to avoid waiting lists and give them immediate access to treatment from its telehealth service.
Hearing Power has developed Tinnibot as a way to help people suffering from tinnitus symptoms accept their condition; understand that no “quick-fix cure” currently exists, despite what some online sources may suggest; and work toward improving their quality of life through therapeutic methods.
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The app is said to offer a program of cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), mindfulness training, relaxation therapy, and sound therapy.
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In a study published in “Scientific Reports,” researchers looked at the level of cognitive impairment in people with hearing loss and tinnitus, as compared to a control group with no hearing impairment.
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The authors conclude that fNIRS may be a feasible way to objectively assess tinnitus to assess new treatments or monitor the effectiveness of a patient’s treatment program.
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Published in the journal “Frontiers in Public Health,” the research found that 40% of those displaying symptoms of COVID-19 simultaneously experience a worsening of their tinnitus.
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The investment was led by majority investor Fountain Healthcare Partners, with participation from existing investors Moffett Investment Holdings and Medical Device Resources, with venture-debt provided by Kreos Capital and Silicon Valley Bank.
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The clinical trial was conducted between 2016 and 2019 and was designed to track changes in tinnitus symptom severity. The trial investigated the bimodal neuromodulation approach, using Neuromod’s non-invasive stimulation device that delivers sound to the ears and electrical stimulation to the tongue.
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It is important to note that tinnitus is a symptom and not a diagnosis.
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ICBT for Tinnitus (internet-based cognitive behavioral therapy) is designed for those who experience bothersome tinnitus and wish to learn how to manage the distress caused by their tinnitus using the techniques of CBT.
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The interface incorporates a sound therapy library which has proved to be effective tinnitus therapy, particularly for those who have trouble sleeping.
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The trial reportedly achieved its objectives by demonstrating a positive clinical signal for OTO-313 based on a TFI responder analysis, with a favorable safety profile, according to the company.
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CILcare, a preclinical provider in otology, will hold a free webinar on July 9 at 8 pm (CEST) called “How to Assess Drug Candidates on Tinnitus Preclinical Models For a Successful Transition to Clinical Trials.”
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The award, a Small Business Innovation Research Grant (SBIR), will be used for further research and development for tinnitus prevention and treatment.
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The primary goal for the Tinnitus Virtual Summit was to “connect and educate the audiences from different virtual tinnitus groups,” according to the organizers.
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In addition to her current responsibilities for corporate development and strategy, Ms Tully will now assume responsibility for all of Neuromod’s operating activities, including manufacturing, supply chain, regulatory, quality, and compliance functions. Ms Tully will continue to report to Dr Ross O’Neill, Chief Executive Officer of Neuromod.
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