New Tongue-Stimulating Device Offers Hope for People Suffering from Tinnitus
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Victoria Banks, a singer with debilitating tinnitus, found relief using Lenire, an FDA-approved device that stimulates the tongue to reduce tinnitus symptoms.
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The Lenire device combines electrical tongue stimulation and sound therapy over 12 weeks to help the brain tune out the tinnitus.
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In a clinical trial, 84% of Lenire device users experienced significant improvement in tinnitus symptoms.
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The device provides temporary relief, with the benefits lasting about a year based on current research.
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While not a cure, Lenire gives new hope to tinnitus sufferers who haven't found relief from other treatment options.