Clinical trial for Tinnitus Aggravated
Official title Non-Invasive Neurofeedback Training to Alleviate Tinnitus Distress
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT07788638
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- The study aims to find out if a specific type of brain training can improve emotional and mental well-being for people with bothersome tinnitus. It also looks at how brain activity changes during the treatment.
- Who it's for
- The study is looking for people who have tinnitus that causes them significant distress.
- What's involved
- Participants will undergo brain scans and complete behavioral tests before, during, and after the training. They will also receive non-invasive neurofeedback training, which helps the brain regulate its own activity.
- Time commitment
- The source text does not specify the total duration of the study or the number of visits required.
A plain-language read of the study's public ClinicalTrials.gov listing. The study team confirms the details.
Who can take part
Ages 18 to 70
You may be able to join if
- Non-pulsatile tinnitus for at least 6 months,
- Bothersome tinnitus, based on a Tinnitus Functional Index score \> 25,
- Normal cognitive processing abilities, based on a Montreal Cognitive Assessment score\> 25.
You likely can't join if
- Clinically diagnosed dementia or Parkinson's disease,
- Meniere's disease,
- Severe physical or cognitive impairments that prevent completion of study tasks or scanning,
- History of drug or alcohol abuse,
- History of psychological or neurological illness, except for managed anxiety or depression,
- Severe chronic health problems other than hearing loss or tinnitus,
See the full eligibility criteria
- Non-pulsatile tinnitus for at least 6 months,
- Bothersome tinnitus, based on a Tinnitus Functional Index score \> 25,
- Normal cognitive processing abilities, based on a Montreal Cognitive Assessment score\> 25.
- Clinically diagnosed dementia or Parkinson's disease,
- Meniere's disease,
- Severe physical or cognitive impairments that prevent completion of study tasks or scanning,
- History of drug or alcohol abuse,
- History of psychological or neurological illness, except for managed anxiety or depression,
- Severe chronic health problems other than hearing loss or tinnitus,
- Vision that is not normal or not corrected to normal,
- Unable to meet MRI clinical safety screening requirements (e.g., metal in the body, pregnancy, certain implantable devices).
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it is enrolling
- Urbana, Illinois, United States
Questions & answers
Do participants get paid in this trial?
This listing doesn't specify compensation. Many trials still reimburse travel or offer a stipend, so it's worth asking the study team when you connect.
Is it free to join, and do I need insurance?
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How long does this study last?
The listing doesn't state an exact length. The study team walks you through the schedule and number of visits before you decide to enroll.
Who can join this trial?
This study is enrolling all sexes, 18 years to 70 years. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
This study is enrolling now at Urbana, Illinois, United States. Enter your location above to see the nearest enrolling site and check your eligibility.
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