Telehealth-based Progressive Tinnitus Management

Henry, James A.; Thielman, Emily J.; Kaelin, Christine; Quinn, Candice M.; Goodworth, Marie-Christine Rutter

doi:10.1097/01.hj.0000666428.38843.10

Cited by 6 publications

(7 citation statements)

References 0 publications

Supporting

Mentioning

Contrasting

Order By: Relevance

“…Finally, as the COVID-19 pandemic has resulted in physical distancing, teleaudiology as a derived area from telehealth is in the limelight [ 39 ]. The public opinion about telehealth can be identified by the recent media reports such as a ‘Forbes’ journal on the 5th of May 2020, “Telehealth.…”

Section: Discussionmentioning

confidence: 99%

A Review of Contemporary Teleaudiology: Literature Review, Technology, and Considerations for Practicing

et al. 2021

View full text Add to dashboard Cite

The scope of teleaudiology has been noted with telehealth due to Coronavirus disease (COVID-19) recently. As the notion has been around us for more than 20 years ever since 1999, it is necessary to perceive the knowledge accurately and prepare for the successful implementation of it. Therefore, the literature review including screening and diagnostic audiometry, cochlear implants and hearing aids, and aural rehabilitation, telecommunications technology regarding several fields of teleaudiology, and considerations for practicing were identified. Although overall internet-based audiological services showed benefits in terms of outcome and accessibility, uncertainties of cost-effectiveness, the optimal level of support, and a need for further studies of many aspects for teleaudiology has arisen. In the view of technology, the store-and-forward (asynchronous/hybrid) and a real-time (synchronous) methods were introduced with one applied and nine registered patents recorded from 2004 to 2020 for the invention of teleaudiology in the United States. Also, 10 checklists were suggested for planning teleaudiology practice from prior experience in hosting the teleaudiology program. Conclusively, it is hoped that this review sheds light on recognizing and improving the existing teleaudiology services and helps overcome the challenges faced in the era of pandemic and untact world to come.

show abstract

Section: Discussionmentioning

confidence: 99%

A Review of Contemporary Teleaudiology: Literature Review, Technology, and Considerations for Practicing

et al. 2021

View full text Add to dashboard Cite

show abstract

“…30 Telehealth has proven to be a successful delivery model with which to provide tinnitus management services. [31][32][33] In cases where in-person services, such as audiological assessment or device fitting, are necessary, a hybrid approach may be utilized to limit both the patient and the provider's exposure and promote social distancing by performing only necessary tasks in person and reserving lengthy counseling to a virtual visit.…”

Section: Discussionmentioning

confidence: 99%

Tinnitus Management: The Utilization of a Hybrid Telehealth and In-Person Delivery Model

Scaglione

Kuzbyt

2021

Semin Hear

View full text Add to dashboard Cite

Telehealth, or the delivery of healthcare services from a distance, has historically been used to provide care to underserved populations and to those unable to visit a healthcare center. During the ongoing global COVID-19 pandemic, some providers of tinnitus healthcare services incorporated telehealth into their clinical protocols to allow for continued care for their patients while adhering to social distancing guidelines and safety measures. Bothersome tinnitus can negatively impact one's quality of life. Telehealth has been instrumental in treating this debilitating problem in a time when in-person care has not been easily available. The case of a patient with tinnitus is examined to demonstrate the use of a hybrid delivery model utilizing telehealth and in-person interactions to assess and manage her bothersome tinnitus. In-person services were used for audiological assessments and fitting of treatment devices, while telehealth was utilized for counseling, education, and remote programming of her treatment devices. This combined approach, which has allowed the patient to continue receiving care safely during the pandemic, can be continued for future care. Telehealth offers several advantages to patients and providers alike. While the COVID-19 pandemic will hopefully come to an end, telehealth services for tinnitus management may be here to stay.

show abstract

“…In the UK, audiologist-delivered cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) is a key intervention to alleviate the distress caused by tinnitus and its comorbid hyperacusis and misophonia (11)(12)(13)(14)(15)(16). CBT is often delivered over 6 to 14 face-to-face individual sessions.…”

Section: Accepted Manuscriptmentioning

confidence: 99%

The Effectiveness of Unguided Internet-Based Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Tinnitus for Patients with Tinnitus Alone or Combined with Hyperacusis and/or Misophonia: A Preliminary Analysis

et al. 2022

View full text Add to dashboard Cite

Background: In the UK, audiologist-delivered cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) is a key intervention to alleviate the distress caused by tinnitus and its comorbid hyperacusis. However, the availability of face-to-face CBT is limited, and such therapy involves significant costs. CBT provided via the internet provides a potential solution to improve access to CBT for tinnitus. Purpose: The aim was to perform a preliminary assessment of the effect of a specific program of non-guided internet-based CBT for tinnitus, denoted iCBT(T), in alleviating the problems caused by tinnitus alone or tinnitus combined with hyperacusis. Research Design: This was a retrospective cross-sectional study. Study Sample: The data for 28 people with tinnitus who completed the iCBT(T) program and answered a series of questions about their tinnitus and hearing status were included in the study. Twelve patients reported also having hyperacusis (including five also with misophonia). Data collection and analysis: The iCBT(T) program has seven self-help modules. Anonymous data were collected retrospectively from patients’ answers to the questions in the iCBT(T) initial and final assessment modules. Questionnaires administered within the iCBT(T) program were: 4C Tinnitus Management Questionnaire (4C), Screening for Anxiety and Depression in Tinnitus (SAD-T), and the CBT Effectiveness Questionnaire (CBT-EQ). Results: Responses to the 4C showed a significant improvement from pre- to post-treatment, with a medium effect size. The mean improvement was similar for those with and without hyperacusis. Responses to the SAD-T questionnaire also showed a significant improvement from pre- to post-treatment with a medium effect size. The improvement was significantly greater for participants with tinnitus alone than for participants who also had hyperacusis. For both the 4C and the SAD-T, the improvements were not significantly related to age or gender. Participants’ views of the effectiveness of the iCBT(T) program were assessed using the CBT-EQ. The mean score was 50 out of a maximum of 80, indicating moderately high effectiveness. CBT-EQ scores did not differ for those with and without hyperacusis. Conclusions: Based on this preliminary analysis, the iCBT(T) program showed promising result in improving the ability to manage tinnitus and decreasing symptoms of anxiety and depression. Future studies with larger samples and control group(s) are required to further assess various aspects of this program.

show abstract

Telehealth-based Progressive Tinnitus Management

Cited by 6 publications

References 0 publications

A Review of Contemporary Teleaudiology: Literature Review, Technology, and Considerations for Practicing

A Review of Contemporary Teleaudiology: Literature Review, Technology, and Considerations for Practicing

Tinnitus Management: The Utilization of a Hybrid Telehealth and In-Person Delivery Model

The Effectiveness of Unguided Internet-Based Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Tinnitus for Patients with Tinnitus Alone or Combined with Hyperacusis and/or Misophonia: A Preliminary Analysis

Contact Info

Product

Resources

About