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Living With Tinnitus: New Treatments, Lenire Results, and What Really Helps—Pacific Hearing

*Tinnitus Treatment Options Explained: Lenire, Sound Therapy, CBT & More* Discover the latest tinnitus treatment options in this in‑depth presentation by **Jessie Johnson of Pacific Hearing Service**, recorded during an HLAA community meeting. Jessie explains what tinnitus is, why it affects people differently, and how today’s most effective treatments—including the new **Lenire bimodal neuromodulation device**—can help reduce symptoms and improve quality of life. Drawing on her clinical experience and her lifelong experience with tinnitus, Jessie covers sound therapy, hearing aids, CBT, stress‑management strategies, and the science behind Lenire’s FDA‑approved approach. She also discusses candidacy, contraindications, real‑world outcomes (70–90% improvement), and what to expect from the 12‑week treatment program. --- *⏱️ Timestamps* *00:00 – Introduction* Jim Lang introduces guest speaker Jessie Johnson from Pacific Hearing Service. *00:35 – About Pacific Hearing Service* Jessie shares her background, clinic locations, and the tinnitus care team. *01:40 – What Is Tinnitus?* Definition, common descriptions, and how tinnitus varies from person to person. *02:20 – How Common Is Tinnitus?* Prevalence, age patterns, and why some people seek help while others don’t. *03:10 – Causes of Tinnitus* Hearing loss, noise exposure, illness, TMJ, stress, medications, COVID‑related factors, and more. *05:50 – Will It Go Away?* Why tinnitus sometimes resolves, why it sometimes doesn’t, and how the brain adapts. *07:40 – When Tinnitus Becomes Bothersome* Sleep disruption, stress cycles, anxiety, and nervous system responses. *09:20 – Treatment Overview* How audiologists help patients understand tinnitus and reduce distress. *10:10 – Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)* CBT options, Dr. Jennifer Gans, mindfulness‑based programs, and app‑based tools like Oto. *12:20 – Stress Management Tools* Positive emotion skills, mindfulness, and coping strategies. *13:10 – Sound Therapy & Hearing Aids* How sound therapy works, hearing aid features, and the Lyric 24/7 device. *15:40 – Introducing Lenire* Overview of bimodal neuromodulation and how auditory + tongue stimulation retrains the brain. *17:00 – How Lenire Works* Device components, stimulation patterns, and the science behind neuroplasticity. *18:40 – FDA Approval & Provider Training* Lenire’s U.S. rollout and Pacific Hearing Service’s early adoption. *19:10 – Device Components Explained* Controller, tongue tip, headphones, and how they synchronize. *22:00 – Who Is a Candidate?* Contraindications: pacemakers, epilepsy, pregnancy, oral lesions, Meniere’s, and metal in the mouth. *24:20 – Treatment Plan & Time Commitment* Hearing test, tinnitus consultation, 12‑week protocol, and daily 30‑minute sessions. *26:10 – What Successful Patients Have in Common* Consistency, “me‑time,” avoiding screens, and realistic expectations. *27:40 – Real‑World Outcomes* 70–90% improvement rates, hearing‑aid users vs. non‑users, and insights from Dr. Emily McMahon. *29:40 – Other Emerging Treatments* University of Michigan’s bimodal device for somatic tinnitus. *30:20 – Additional Therapies* Physical therapy, TMJ treatment, acupuncture, supplements, and lifestyle triggers. *32:00 – Evaluating Online Information* How to identify reputable tinnitus resources and avoid misinformation. *33:40 – Support Groups* ATA groups, local Palo Alto meetings, and online community options. *34:50 – Next Steps* Getting a hearing test, scheduling a tinnitus consultation, and exploring treatment options. --- Generated with assistance from MS Copilot