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Evidence and evidence gaps in tinnitus therapy
1Tinnitus-Klinik, Bad Arolsen, Germany; University of Witten-Herdecke, Germany.
GMS Current Topics in Otorhinolaryngology, Head and Neck Surgery
|December 28, 2016
Summary
Effective tinnitus treatment remains elusive, with many unproven therapies. Habituation therapy and psychotherapy, especially with hearing aids or cochlear implants (CI), show measurable success.
Area of Science:
- Otolaryngology
- Audiology
- Psychiatry
Background:
- Numerous tinnitus treatments lack robust evidence-based evaluation.
- A causal cure for tinnitus is currently non-existent due to its complex origins.
- Medical interventions for tinnitus often lack consistent, reliable success.
Conclusions:
- While a causal cure for tinnitus is unavailable, evidence-based approaches exist.
- Habituation therapy and psychotherapy, particularly when integrated with auditory rehabilitation, are effective.
- Further research and evidence-based evaluation are crucial for tinnitus management.
