Study Summary
This trial will test if a device that flips auditory input can reduce tinnitus and improve hearing.
Treatment Effectiveness
Effectiveness Progress
Study Objectives
1 Primary · 3 Secondary · Reporting Duration: 3 weeks
Trial Safety
Safety Progress
Trial Design
2 Treatment Groups
Auditory Mirror Therapy Device
1 of 2
Sham Headphone Device
1 of 2
Experimental Treatment
Non-Treatment Group
50 Total Participants · 2 Treatment Groups
Primary Treatment: Auditory Mirror Therapy Device · Has Placebo Group · N/A
Trial Logistics
Trial Timeline
Who is running the clinical trial?
Eligibility Criteria
Age 18 - 80 · All Participants · 3 Total Inclusion Criteria
Mark “Yes” if the following statements are true for you:Who else is applying?
What state do they live in?
| Texas | 33.3% |
| Maine | 16.7% |
| Massachusetts | 16.7% |
| Other | 33.3% |
What site did they apply to?
| Spaulding Rehabilitation Hospital | 100.0% |
What portion of applicants met pre-screening criteria?
| Met criteria | 33.3% |
| Did not meet criteria | 66.7% |
Why did patients apply to this trial?
- "Tinnitus drives me nuts"
- "My tinnitus is absolutely driving me nuts. I work in the conservation field and need to have my hearing back. Help!!!!"
What questions have other patients asked about this trial?
- "How often would I need to travel to the trial location?"
How many prior treatments have patients received?
| 0 | 75.0% |
| 1 | 25.0% |
- Linnman C. Auditory Mirror Therapy for Tinnitus: A Pilot Study. J Am Acad Audiol. 2022 Apr;33(4):220-223. doi: 10.1055/a-1749-9279. Epub 2022 Jan 25.
- Linnman C. Auditory Mirror Therapy for Tinnitus: A Pilot Study. J Am Acad Audiol. 2022 Apr;33(4):220-223. doi: 10.1055/a-1749-9279. Epub 2022 Dec 6.
- Nils Clas Linnman 2022. "Evaluation of Auditory Mirror-therapy for Tinnitus". ClinicalTrials.gov. https://clinicaltrials.gov/ct2/show/NCT05710172.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the age limit for enrollment in this experiment greater than fifty years?
"This medical trial has established that the minimum and maximum age for participation is 18 to 80 years old, respectively." - Anonymous Online Contributor
Is there still capacity in this experiment for participants?
"Affirmative, the information available on clinicaltrials.gov attests that this study is actively recruiting individuals. It was first posted in October of 2022 and more recently updated January 24th 2023 with a need for 50 participants from one medical centre." - Anonymous Online Contributor
Do I meet the criteria to participate in this clinical investigation?
"The scope of this trial is 50 individuals with tinnitus, aged between 18 and 80. In order to be eligible for the study, subjects must meet these prerequisites: Gender (Male or Female), Age Range (18-80 years old), Chronic Tinnitus (> 3 months)." - Anonymous Online Contributor
How many participants are being admitted to this research endeavor?
"Affirmative. The clinical trial is currently on the lookout for new participants, as indicated by data from clinicaltrials.gov. Initially posted on October 4th 2022 and most recently updated on January 24th 2023, this study aims to enrol 50 individuals at a single medical center." - Anonymous Online Contributor