"FDA-Approved Device Offers Breakthrough Treatment for Tinnitus"
The Lenire device, approved by the FDA, uses electrical stimulation of the tongue to treat tinnitus, a condition causing a constant high-pitched buzz or ring in the ears. Clinical trials have shown significant reduction in symptoms for 84% of participants, with positive feedback from users. While the device is costly and not covered by insurance, it has provided relief for individuals like musician Victoria Banks and research scientist Bruce Freeman, offering a new option for managing tinnitus when other methods have not been effective.