Using mild cooling to relieve tinnitus symptoms
Noninvasive therapeutic hypothermia for tinnitus
This study is exploring a new, gentle cooling treatment to help adults with tinnitus feel better by using a special device, and it aims to find a non-drug option for those struggling with this bothersome condition.
Quick facts
| Grant type | Sbir 1 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Restorear Devices, LLC NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Bozeman, UNITED STATES) |
| Project ID | NIH-11184989 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research investigates the use of non-invasive mild therapeutic hypothermia to alleviate the symptoms of tinnitus, a condition that affects many adults and can severely impact quality of life. The approach involves applying a novel device, ReBoundTM, to deliver mild cooling to the inner ear, targeting cellular pathways that may help reduce the loudness and severity of tinnitus. Patients will be monitored for changes in their symptoms using validated assessment tools, providing insights into the effectiveness of this treatment. The goal is to offer a new, non-pharmaceutical option for those suffering from chronic tinnitus.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are adults aged 21 and older who experience chronic tinnitus symptoms.
Not a fit: Patients with tinnitus caused by factors unrelated to cellular damage or those who do not respond to non-invasive treatments may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could provide a new non-invasive treatment option for patients suffering from debilitating tinnitus.
How similar studies have performed: While the use of therapeutic hypothermia is a novel approach for tinnitus, similar methods have shown promise in other areas of auditory treatment.
Where this research is happening
Bozeman, UNITED STATES
- Restorear Devices, LLC — Bozeman, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: King, Curtis Scott — Restorear Devices, LLC
- Study coordinator: King, Curtis Scott
About this research
- This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
- Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
- For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page below.