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Brief cognitive-behavioral training for tinnitus relief using a mobile application: A pilot open trial
Yahav Oron1, Boaz M Ben David2,3,4, Guy Doron2
1Department of Otolaryngology, Head & Neck Surgery and Maxillofacial Surgery, 26738Tel-Aviv Sourasky Medical Center, Tel Aviv,Israel; Tel Aviv University, Sackler School of Medicine, Israel.
Health Informatics Journal
|March 29, 2022
Summary
A mobile app using cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) exercises significantly reduced tinnitus intrusiveness and handicap in patients. Daily short training sessions proved effective in managing distressing tinnitus symptoms.
Area of Science:
- Audiology
- Psychology
- Digital Health
Background:
- Tinnitus is a distressing disorder characterized by perceived sounds without external stimuli.
- Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) is effective in reducing tinnitus-related distress.
- Mobile interventions offer a promising avenue for tinnitus management.
Purpose of the Study:
- To assess the effectiveness of a mobile-delivered cognitive training app for reducing tinnitus-related distress.
- To evaluate the impact of app-based CBT on tinnitus intrusiveness and handicap.
Main Methods:
- 26 tinnitus patients were enrolled; 14 completed the 14-day intervention.
- Participants engaged in 3-4 minutes of daily cognitive training via a mobile app.
- Tinnitus Handicap Inventory (H-THI) and Visual Analogue Scale (VAS) for mood were used for pre-post assessment.
Main Results:
- Significant large-effect size reduction in H-THI scores among completers.
- 50% of completers demonstrated reliable change in tinnitus handicap.
- No significant changes were observed in mood.
Conclusions:
- Daily, brief training with a CBT-based app can decrease tinnitus intrusiveness and handicap.
- Mobile apps provide accessible and efficient platforms for CBT interventions for tinnitus.
- This approach effectively addresses the impact of tinnitus symptoms.
