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Veterans test wearable device to silence ringing ears

NCT ID NCT06905158

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First seen Jun 24, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 2 times

Summary

This pilot study tested a non-invasive white noise device called TinniSoothe in 20 UK veterans with persistent tinnitus. Participants wore the device around their neck during the day and docked it at night for at least one month. The goal was to see if it reduces tinnitus symptoms and related mental health difficulties.

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Active substance
TinniSoothe white noise device
What this could lead to
If it works, this could offer a simple, drug-free way to reduce tinnitus symptoms and improve mental health in veterans.
What could go wrong
This is a very small pilot study with only 20 veterans, so results may not apply to everyone. The device may not work better than no treatment.

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Phase

Not a phased trial

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Participants

20 people

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Started

Oct 2025

Finished

Jan 2026

Lead sponsor

Other sponsor

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Who can take part

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Ages

18 years and older

Sex

Anyone

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Accepted

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Inclusion Criteria: * Fluent in speaking and reading English. * United Kingdom Armed Forces veteran * Persistent tinnitus for at least three months (participants with tinnitus had to confirm experience of constant ringing or buzzing \[bilateral or unilateral\] lasting longer than three months). * Able to receive the TinniSoothe device to their registered address * Able to follow study instructions * Sign the written consent form prior to any study-related procedures being performed Exclusion Criteria: * Below 18 years of age * Significant severe hearing loss without hearing aids * Individuals who have already habituated to tinnitus * Veterans receiving concurrent treatment for tinnitus (e.g., other wearable devices or ongoing audiological therapies) * Active self-harm or suicidal ideation * Severe psychotic disorder, dissociative identity disorder or other severe mental health difficulty * Current alcohol or drug-use disorder or dependency requiring further support or treatment that would significantly impact treatment engagement, as assessed clinician * Unwilling and/or unable to provide informed consent

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  • Combat Stress

    Leatherhead, KT22 0BX, United Kingdom

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