Development of novel and innovative devices and therapies for Tinnitus Management
Tinnitus is constant sound in the ear, which doesn't originate from an external source. Nature of sound may be of ringing, buzzing, roaring, clicking, and hissing with varying intensity. Tinnitus is just a symptom rather than a disease. Exact pathophysiology of tinnitus is still unknown, however, various factors behind tinnitus are partial hearing loss, loud noise, blockage of earwax from eardrum, otosclerosis (stiffening of middle ear bone), head injury and harm to vestibulocochlear nerve etc. Tinnitus could impact quality of life and cause stress, depression, and insufficient concentration. Tinnitus does not have a curative therapy, however, according to American Tinnitus Association, there are numerous management approaches to address attentional, emotional, and cognitive impact of tinnitus, including usage of hearing aids or sound therapy with the aid of a tool or behavioral therapy. Development of novel and innovative devices and therapies for Tinnitus Manag...