Lenire — Bimodal Stimulation Treatment by Neuromod

[Gb3]

Below is from the Brai3n clinic, one of the centers involved in the trial.

So, 6% of the population will find this effective.

Did they say what criteria the 10% meets? That would be helpful.

 

[Nick47]

Did they say what criteria the 10% meets? That would be helpful.

No.

 

[Bhaveen]

No.

Well, I believe Brai3n was part of the TENT-A3 trials, so you would think they know what they're talking about. However, after looking at the trial eligibility criteria, nothing really stands out that would suggest 90% of the tinnitus population wouldn't be eligible.

 

[Diz72]

I developed tinnitus in October 2023 and have tried various treatments, but like most of you, I haven't had any success.

My question is about the Lenire device. Has anyone here actually tried it, and if so, has it provided any real help in reducing your tinnitus?

This device is quite expensive, and insurance doesn't cover it, so I'm curious to hear about any results from people who have used it.

 

[dd314]

I developed tinnitus in October 2023 and have tried various treatments, but like most of you, I haven't had any success.

My question is about the Lenire device. Has anyone here actually tried it, and if so, has it provided any real help in reducing your tinnitus?

This device is quite expensive, and insurance doesn't cover it, so I'm curious to hear about any results from people who have used it.

There's a user experiences thread with 50+ reports. Most people say it's trash.

 

[Bhaveen]

Tinnitus worse after using Lenire? Same here! I spent $4,500 on the device and audiology services, plus an additional $500 on travel. After completing the full 84-hour protocol, the volume and intensity of my tinnitus actually worsened.

When I reached out to the Lenire provider to request an adjustment, they encouraged me to try the treatment again. I did, after a four-month break, but only lasted two weeks because I couldn't tolerate it.

I then asked about their clinical data, and they informed me that for my "mild to moderate tinnitus," the success rate was 57.7%. When I pointed out that this information wasn't shared with me at the time of purchase (last December), they claimed the data was only recently updated.

I strongly believe that Lenire and its authorized audiology practices need to be much more transparent about the following:

1. There is a significant risk that you may not see any improvement.
2. There is no recourse if the treatment doesn't work for you.
3. Lenire will not accept returned devices, even though they could refurbish them and sell them at a lower price.

Buyer beware!

Thanks for sharing your experience and warning others. I'm sorry to hear about your situation, but 57.7 percent? That's unbelievable! Their materials mention success rates in the high 80s!

I've seen other posts where people have been encouraged to report adverse events to the FDA. I know it's a long shot, but if more complaints start coming in, you'd hope the FDA would step in and take action. This could force Lenire to either improve or, at the very least, add a warning to their device, acknowledging the risk of making the condition permanently worse. Right now, they only mention temporary spikes, which isn't good enough. They're getting away with it, and it's wrong.

 

[Lurius]

Tinnitus worse after using Lenire? Same here! I spent $4,500 on the device and audiology services, plus an additional $500 on travel. After completing the full 84-hour protocol, the volume and intensity of my tinnitus actually worsened.

When I reached out to the Lenire provider to request an adjustment, they encouraged me to try the treatment again. I did, after a four-month break, but only lasted two weeks because I couldn't tolerate it.

I then asked about their clinical data, and they informed me that for my "mild to moderate tinnitus," the success rate was 57.7%. When I pointed out that this information wasn't shared with me at the time of purchase (last December), they claimed the data was only recently updated.

I strongly believe that Lenire and its authorized audiology practices need to be much more transparent about the following:

1. There is a significant risk that you may not see any improvement.
2. There is no recourse if the treatment doesn't work for you.
3. Lenire will not accept returned devices, even though they could refurbish them and sell them at a lower price.

Buyer beware!

Hey, could you tell me how you reached out to them? I know a different company took over to handle Lenire for Neuromod, but I've lost all contact information. Neuromod hasn't replied to my email, so I'm a little unsure how to reach them these days.

 

[Head Tone]

I just received my Lenire device on Friday, costing $5,500 USD out the door. I'm currently on my 6th treatment (2x per day) as I type this.

Before this, I tried 15 sessions of HBOT, 25 hours of LLLT, and 30 days of steroids. My tinnitus levels are 2 in the left ear and 5 in the right. Over the last 30 days, my hyperacusis has improved by 10 dB, though that improvement seems to have come with time.

 

[Dizzyhead888]

I purchased my Lenire device in December 2023 from Gatwick Audiology. Prince, the audiologist, was very nice and believed I was a good candidate for Lenire.

My Tinnitus Handicap Score is 76, and my tinnitus is bilateral. I have only a very slight hearing loss in my left ear, which has been stable for years.

My tinnitus started immediately after my first COVID-19 shot, which I was eager to get because I am clinically vulnerable.

Initially, my tinnitus increased dramatically after using the device. Prince advised me to start slowly, using it for 10 minutes a day. I was hopeful that my strong reaction to the device indicated I would be receptive to the treatment.

I gradually increased my usage and have been using the device twice a day, consistently, since March. Unfortunately, there has been no improvement at all.

Prince discussed my case with Lenire, and they took the device back to ensure it was working properly. During the three weeks it was away, my tinnitus gradually worsened (something I didn't think was possible). Upon receiving the device back, it has returned to the level it was at before. My initial Tinnitus Handicap Score was 76, and when I retook it last week (on September 24), it was 70. There has been no significant improvement, and I feel like my savings have been wasted.

I'm sorry to hear about your experience with Lenire.

Lenire caused me serious side effects as well. What did they tell you about whether the device is working properly or not? I imagine they wouldn't admit if it's malfunctioning, but they might offer you an alternative device.

I'm interested in hearing more about your experience, as I'm also awaiting the results of their investigation into my device.

 

[antonio77]

It saddens me to see so many unprincipled doctors taking advantage of the desperation of tinnitus sufferers just to make money. Lenire doesn't work, yet clinics everywhere are advertising it with claims of 80% or even 90% effectiveness. It seems no one is concerned about the lack of regulation or oversight on this, despite the strict regulations on other medical matters. Just yesterday, I came across the website of an ENT doctor in my country who has been scamming people for about 15 years with a supposed treatment that, according to him, cures tinnitus by 80% (an oddly common figure; success rates are often claimed to be around 80%). Even a very famous TV presenter visited this clinic and stated that, rather than finding relief, his condition worsened.

 

[RocketJSquirrel]

I finished my 12 weeks yesterday, and there has been no improvement. It might actually be worse.

I have one more appointment with an audiologist, but I'm considering canceling it because I don't see the point.

There might be one reason to visit the audiologist again. It's possible that your Lenire device is not properly calibrated to your hearing. You could ask the audiologist to re-test your hearing and adjust the settings on the Lenire accordingly. Considering the cost of the device, it's probably worth trying this before giving up.

 

[123td]

There might be one reason to visit the audiologist again. It's possible that your Lenire device is not properly calibrated to your hearing. You could ask the audiologist to re-test your hearing and adjust the settings on the Lenire accordingly. Considering the cost of the device, it's probably worth trying this before giving up.

You are right about that.

 

[Bob3382]

I stopped using the device months ago, after the recommended 12-week period, as it didn't provide any noticeable benefit for my tinnitus. For me, it was ultimately a disappointment. However, some people insist that Lenire has been a significant success for them. Purchasing this device is certainly a risk, and the manufacturers make it clear there are no guarantees. But when you're dealing with tinnitus, you're often willing to try anything!

I just wish there were a way to recover some of the £3,600 I spent on it—it might work wonders for someone else. I can't help but wonder how many other Lenire devices are sitting on shelves, gathering dust.

And they are such control freaks that they will not allow you to sell the device to someone else and have it recalibrated for the new user. You have to buy the device new, either directly from them or through an audiologist, who then tests and calibrates it specifically for you.

If they would ease up and allow people to resell their used devices, they might earn a better reputation.