Could a brain zap and white noise silence tinnitus?
NCT ID NCT04551404
First seen Feb 06, 2026 · Last updated Jun 19, 2026 · Updated 17 times
Summary
This study tested whether combining mild electrical brain stimulation (tRNS) with white noise can temporarily reduce tinnitus symptoms. 35 adults with chronic tinnitus received either the combined treatment or brain stimulation alone. Researchers measured changes in tinnitus loudness and distress using rating scales and brain activity recordings.
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University Hospital Zurich, University Zurich
Zurich, Canton of Zurich, 8091, Switzerland
What this could mean
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Active substance
transcranial Random Noise Stimulation (tRNS) with acoustic stimulation (white noise)
What this could lead to
If it works, this could point toward a non-invasive way to temporarily reduce tinnitus loudness and distress.
What could go wrong
This is a small, early-stage study with only 35 people. The effects may be small or not last long, and not everyone may benefit.
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