๐Ÿ›๏ธ Verified NIH Record โ€ข Updated 2026-08-20

Somatosensory Tinnitus RCT (NCT05434637)

Developing Tools and a Care Path for Somatosensory Tinnitus

๐ŸŸข Recruiting Observational / Diagnostic ๐Ÿ“‹ Clinical Research Protocol Sponsor: VA Office of Research and Development

๐Ÿฉบ Plain-English Summary (8th-Grade Level)

The purpose of this study is to learn more about a type of tinnitus (ringing in the ears) known as "somatosensory tinnitus." This type of tinnitus is suspected when the tinnitus perception changes following head and/or neck movements. This study is also exploring a possible way to treat somatosensory tinnitus.

Who can join: Review the eligibility criteria below.

Location: VA Portland Health Care System, Portland, OR โ€” Portland, Oregon

Age range: 18 Years

๐Ÿงช Interventions in This Study

  • Physical Therapy (OTHER)
  • Sound-based Therapy (OTHER)
  • Combination Therapy (OTHER)

๐Ÿ“‹ "Do I Qualify?" โ€” 1-Minute Self Screener

Instant Checklist

Full eligibility criteria are available on the official NIH protocol. View the criteria โ†—

๐Ÿ“ All Participating Trial Locations (1 Sites)

  • VA Portland Health Care System, Portland, OR โ€” Portland, Oregon

๐Ÿ“ž Contact the Study Coordinator

Phone: (503) 220-8262

Email: Sarah.Theodoroff@va.gov

Coordinator details come directly from the registered NIH protocol. Confirm the study is still recruiting before traveling.

๐Ÿ’ฐ Cost, Insurance & Patient Rights

  • 100% Free Items: The investigational treatment and protocol-required procedures are supplied at zero cost by the sponsor.
  • Routine Patient Care: Under federal law (ACA ยง 2709) and many state statutes, routine care costs are covered during participation.
  • Voluntary Participation: You may withdraw at any time without affecting your standard medical care.

Explore by condition: All Tinnitus clinical trials

๐Ÿ’ก How to Participate

  1. Check the checklist above to see if you may qualify.
  2. Contact the study coordinator using the phone/email above.
  3. Ask about the visit schedule, what is covered at no cost, and any travel support.
  4. Confirm with your own doctor before making a decision.
๐Ÿ›๏ธ View Official NIH Record โ†—