Comparing the multi-disciplinary approach utilizing cognitive behavioral therapy and sound therapy to standard audiological treatment in chronic tinnitus patients: Impact on severity reduction and quality of life improvement.

OBJECTIVE

To compare the impact of a multi-disciplinary approach utilizing Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Sound Therapy (ST) in chronic tinnitus patients.

METHODS

The clinical data of 111 adult patients with chronic tinnitus were retrospectively analyzed. Patients were divided into the CBT + ST Group (CBT + ST, n = 55) and the Standard Group (standard therapy, n = 56). Baseline demographic characteristics, severity of tinnitus symptoms, audiometric measures, quality of life scores, treatment efficacy, and anxiety and depression scores were evaluated.

RESULTS

Comparing with control, the CBT + ST group significantly reduced tinnitus severity scores, including Tinnitus Handicap Inventory, Tinnitus Functional Index, and Tinnitus Visual Analog Scale. Audiological measures revealed improved hearing thresholds and speech recognition in the CBT + ST group. CBT + ST also improved quality of life, with significant higher percentages of complete and partial treatment responses and lower anxiety and depression scores.

CONCLUSION

Multi-disciplinary approach utilizing CBT + ST effectively reduces tinnitus severity, improves quality of life, and enhances treatment efficacy.