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Eye movement desensitization and reprocessing as a treatment for tinnitus
John S Phillips1, Sally Erskine1, Tal Moore1
1Norfolk and Norwich University Hospital National Health Service Foundation Trust, Norwich, United Kingdom.
The Laryngoscope
|January 30, 2019
Summary
Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) significantly improved tinnitus symptoms and mood in patients. These positive effects were sustained for six months post-treatment, indicating a promising therapeutic approach for tinnitus management.
Area of Science:
- Audiology
- Psychotraumatology
- Clinical Psychology
Background:
- Tinnitus is a prevalent condition impacting quality of life.
- Current treatments offer limited efficacy for many individuals.
- Novel therapeutic approaches are needed for tinnitus management.
Purpose of the Study:
- To evaluate the effectiveness of a tailored Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) protocol for tinnitus.
- To assess the impact of tEMDR on tinnitus severity and associated psychological distress.
Main Methods:
- A prospective, single-site interventional clinical trial was conducted.
- Participants received a maximum of 10 sessions of tailored EMDR (tEMDR).
- Tinnitus and mood questionnaires were administered at baseline, discharge, and 6-month follow-up.
Main Results:
- Statistically significant improvements were observed in Tinnitus Handicap Inventory and Beck Depression Inventory scores at discharge and 6 months post-discharge.
- Beck Anxiety Inventory scores showed a moderate, though not statistically significant, improvement.
- The majority of participants experienced clinically and statistically significant relief from tinnitus symptoms.
Conclusions:
- Tailored EMDR (tEMDR) demonstrates significant efficacy in improving tinnitus symptoms and associated mood disturbances.
- The therapeutic benefits of tEMDR were maintained for at least six months after treatment completion.
- While promising, further large-scale, controlled studies are necessary to confirm these findings and explore placebo effects.
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