The Effectiveness of Sound Therapy-based Tinnitus Treatment a Summary Prepared
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A " Tinnitus masking and [Tinnitus Retraining Therapy] TRT are two frequently used methods for clinical management of tinnitus. Both of these methods have a long history of development, application, and refinement, as well as a track record of clinical success. " Henry et al. (2002, p.560). The " VA is committed to implementing nationally developed, evidence-based practice guidelines to improve health-care outcomes and efficiency in the veteran patient population.
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