None listed
Conditions
Brief summary
This study aims to test the benefit of an online tinnitus management program. In this research, adults living with bothersome tinnitus will complete a set of questionnaires measuring tinnitus severity and wellbeing. We will use randomisation to decide who joins the program right away and who waits. By comparing those who start the program immediately with those who wait, we can accurately see if the program really works and how it might help people. Participants in both groups complete follow-up questionnaires at six weeks and three months to what changes occur. It is expected that participants who receive the program in this time will have reduced tinnitus distress following intervention, compared to the control group.
Interventions
In this randomised controlled trial, adults with diagnosed or self-reported tinnitus will complete a set of baseline questionnaires measuring tinnitus severity, psychological symptoms, and participant characteristics (i.e., demographics). Participants will be randomised into an intervention group (six weeks access to Tune Out) or control group (waitlist). Participants in both groups complete follow-up questionnaires at six weeks and three months to determine change in tinnitus severity and psych
In this randomised controlled trial, adults with diagnosed or self-reported tinnitus will complete a set of baseline questionnaires measuring tinnitus severity, psychological symptoms, and participant characteristics (i.e., demographics). Participants will be randomised into an intervention group (six weeks access to Tune Out) or control group (waitlist). Participants in both groups complete follow-up questionnaires at six weeks and three months to determine change in tinnitus severity and psychological symptoms. The Tune Out program is an online self-guided, cognitive behaviour therapy (CBT)-based program that consists of educational content about tinnitus, CBT-based guidance, exercises, and a workbook. The program is a publicly available resource at www.tuneout.com.au. There are no strict engagement requirements for accessing the Tune Out program throughout the trial, however website analytics will be analysed to determine frequency of use, modules completed, and adherence to the program.
Sponsors
La Trobe University
Study design
Allocation
Randomised controlled trial
Intervention model
Parallel
Primary purpose
Educational / counselling / training
Masking
Open (masking not used)
Eligibility
Sex/Gender
All
Age
18 Years to No maximum
Healthy volunteers
No
Inclusion criteria
Participants will be diagnosed with or self-report tinnitus. Participants must have consulted an audiologist or medical practitioner regarding their tinnitus. Participants are aged 18 years and over. Participants reside in Australia.
Exclusion criteria
Due to physical, intellectual, or linguistic circumstances is unable to provide informed consent or successfully complete enrolment questionnaire.
Outcome results
None listed