This article is about using technology to help people manage tinnitus, which is a ringing or buzzing sound in the ears. The researchers looked at different ways that people can use the internet and smartphone apps to get help for their tinnitus. They found that some methods, like internet-based cognitive behavioral therapy (iCBT) with guidance from a psychologist or audiologist, can be helpful for reducing tinnitus distress. The researchers also looked at the quality of the studies they reviewed and found that most of them were good quality, which means the information they found is reliable.
Overall, the researchers found that using technology like the internet and smartphone apps can be a good way for people to manage their tinnitus. They also found that internet-based cognitive behavioral therapy with guidance from a psychologist or audiologist was the most studied and effective method. This means that people with tinnitus can use these methods to get help and support without having to go to a doctor's office in person. The researchers hope that this information can help more people with tinnitus find effective ways to manage their symptoms.
Read more: https://www.jmir.org/2023/1/e39076
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