New study explores neck and jaw exercises to quiet ringing ears
NCT ID NCT05434637
First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 26, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study looks at a type of tinnitus called somatosensory tinnitus, where ringing in the ears changes with head, neck, or jaw movements. Researchers are testing whether physical therapy, sound-based therapy, or a combination of both can help. The study involves 72 veterans with constant, bothersome tinnitus.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
- Active substance
- Physical therapy and sound-based therapy
- What this could lead to
- If successful, this could point toward an effective treatment plan for somatosensory tinnitus, reducing its impact on daily life.
- What could go wrong
- This is a small, early-stage study (72 people) testing different therapies. It may not show a clear benefit, and results may not apply to everyone with tinnitus.
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Conditions
The condition(s) this trial relates to.
As listed by the trial registrant
The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.
Contacts and locations
Locations
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VA Portland Health Care System, Portland, OR
RECRUITINGPortland, Oregon, 97207-2964, United States
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