Neosensory — Bimodal Stimulation Device for Tinnitus: Any Reviews? A Scam or Not?

[Lukee]

OK, so... I just stumbled onto this thread. I've been using the Neosensory Buzz for 4 weeks now. Aggressively. 30 minutes to an hour a day. I also wore it while playing Art of Zen clips for 6 hours straight. I had a bad spike later that night.

My impression so far is that it has softened my noise to a frying hiss. And perhaps a 10% volume reduction. Hard to say for sure. My tinnitus varies all day and night, but for the most part, it seems a little lower overall. I was hoping for more, but I'm going to keep going the full two months.

So... Why? Because unlike the naysayers on here, I actually watched David Eagleman's TED Talk. All the way through. Prior to the Buzz for deaf people, they created a vest with the same buzzing motors on it, only a lot of them. They are helping create a "new sense" by associating vibrations with sounds. Creating a new neural pathway. There is NO REASON not to believe this can do the same thing for tinnitus, when you factor in the Lenire and Notch Therapy. Major hearing aid companies like Signia include Notch Therapy in their hearing aids now. I've read the papers from their scientists on this.

This shit WORKS. The only question is if the stimulation has to be through the tongue or can it be thru the skin. David Eagleman believes the skin is just as effective, and it's not a big leap to believe that, given the proven success of the Buzz for deaf people.

You can say "placebo" all you want. But you can't placebo your way out of severe tinnitus down 50% in 8 weeks, like David Eagleman personally told me a few weeks ago that one of their users reported. I've talked to him personally, by Zoom. The company is the real deal. They're not the typical money grubbing scammers, like that scumbag Liam Boehm, who may have good ideas that work, but is trying to rob people of $400 to give that help to them.

Keep us updated. Curious to know how much more improvement you see over the next few weeks.

 

[GBB]

Just wanted to add - the product management team at Neosensory reached out to me to get my feedback on the experience/product. It seems like they are interested in collecting feedback/additional data about people's experiences. I've now returned my band, but if my noise tolerance improves, I would like to try the device again.

Both the product management interview and return were a very easy process.

In terms of feedback, I mentioned to them that my subscription/billing cycle started when I ordered the device and not when I received it as something to fix, and they said they were looking to change that aspect of the process.

 

[kingsfan]

@GBB, what was your overall expense then? And shipping both ways?

 

[Tezcatlipoca]

OK, so... I just stumbled onto this thread. I've been using the Neosensory Buzz for 4 weeks now. Aggressively. 30 minutes to an hour a day. I also wore it while playing Art of Zen clips for 6 hours straight. I had a bad spike later that night.

My impression so far is that it has softened my noise to a frying hiss. And perhaps a 10% volume reduction. Hard to say for sure. My tinnitus varies all day and night, but for the most part, it seems a little lower overall. I was hoping for more, but I'm going to keep going the full two months.

So... Why? Because unlike the naysayers on here, I actually watched David Eagleman's TED Talk. All the way through. Prior to the Buzz for deaf people, they created a vest with the same buzzing motors on it, only a lot of them. They are helping create a "new sense" by associating vibrations with sounds. Creating a new neural pathway. There is NO REASON not to believe this can do the same thing for tinnitus, when you factor in the Lenire and Notch Therapy. Major hearing aid companies like Signia include Notch Therapy in their hearing aids now. I've read the papers from their scientists on this.

This shit WORKS. The only question is if the stimulation has to be through the tongue or can it be thru the skin. David Eagleman believes the skin is just as effective, and it's not a big leap to believe that, given the proven success of the Buzz for deaf people.

You can say "placebo" all you want. But you can't placebo your way out of severe tinnitus down 50% in 8 weeks, like David Eagleman personally told me a few weeks ago that one of their users reported. I've talked to him personally, by Zoom. The company is the real deal. They're not the typical money grubbing scammers, like that scumbag Liam Boehm, who may have good ideas that work, but is trying to rob people of $400 to give that help to them.

Honestly you've had tinnitus too little time to make those assumptions. This is natural progress/healing/fading most likely.

IMHO.

 

[GBB]

@GBB, what was your overall expense then? And shipping both ways?

The overall expense was zero.

 

[TibuJenkins]

Couple of updates:

1. I quickly learned it was a VERY bad idea to do the sessions before bedtime. The temporary spikes were augmented due to the silence which caused me a couple of sleepless nights.
2. I started noticing some increases in fleeting tinnitus during the first weeks. But correlation isn't causation.
3. If you put a gun to my head, I'd say coming up on my 4th week I can notice a slight improvement in the volume and frequency of my tinnitus. Maybe 8-10%. Again, correlation isn't causation; might be placebo; I can't say. I'm trying to be as honest as I can.

 

[GBB]

Couple of updates:

1. I quickly learned it was a VERY bad idea to do the sessions before bedtime. The temporary spikes were augmented due to the silence which caused me a couple of sleepless nights.
2. I started noticing some increases in fleeting tinnitus during the first weeks. But correlation isn't causation.
3. If you put a gun to my head, I'd say coming up on my 4th week I can notice a slight improvement in the volume and frequency of my tinnitus. Maybe 8-10%. Again, correlation isn't causation; might be placebo; I can't say. I'm trying to be as honest as I can.

Those night time spikes were the reason I had to discontinue - also couldn't afford day time spike taking me out of my workday. Generally, spikes are the problem That being said I hope it works well for you!

 

[GBB]

Here's what the band looks like and a screenshot of the app:

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And my setup for good measure

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Whoever mod edited my photo to anonymize the info on screen, you are the MVP.

 

[kingsfan]

Couple of updates:

1. I quickly learned it was a VERY bad idea to do the sessions before bedtime. The temporary spikes were augmented due to the silence which caused me a couple of sleepless nights.
2. I started noticing some increases in fleeting tinnitus during the first weeks. But correlation isn't causation.
3. If you put a gun to my head, I'd say coming up on my 4th week I can notice a slight improvement in the volume and frequency of my tinnitus. Maybe 8-10%. Again, correlation isn't causation; might be placebo; I can't say. I'm trying to be as honest as I can.

Those night time spikes were the reason I had to discontinue - also couldn't afford day time spike taking me out of my workday. Generally, spikes are the problem That being said I hope it works well for you!

If it was causing spikes for both of you, how could you determine it was lowering your baseline volume?

 

[GBB]

If it was causing spikes for both of you, how could you determine it was lowering your baseline volume?

I'll just say 50% of the time it was causing me to get fizzing/hissing - I never get that naturally. At first it would do the hissing, then over time it spiked me instead - I think exposure to those beeps just cumulatively irritated my ears. If I had that inert ring some people seem to have that never reacts to sound, I would bet money this would help.

 

[Eric Ryder]

I'm at week 6, I think it is, of using the Neosensory Buzz.

I believe the volume has dropped a tiny bit - like a 7 to a 6 - and the sound has softened a little, so it's not as distressing to hear. I am coping with it better, at least. I am sleeping much better most nights. I don't know if it's the Buzz or just naturally habituating, but I suspect it's the Buzz. I've had severe, level 7/8 tinnitus for almost 4 months now. February 5th, give or take a day. Out of nowhere.

Before that I had low-level, volume 1 or 2, maybe - tinnitus for many years, off and on. More on than off the last two years. I did nothing to make it jump up EXCEPT take a %^$%^&$^ "supplement" that's supposed to LOWER your tinnitus. The supplement sent my tinnitus through the roof and has never come down since. Silent Solution, I think it was called. Amazon has it.

Anyway, I'm also on my second week of AudioCardio. That seems very promising. We'll see.

Is the Buzz worth it? Well, it's really hard to say, but I'm fairly sure it's what's been softening my tinnitus and helping with the volume a bit. They say to use it for 2 months, so I still have a few weeks to go. I seemed to start noticing a change around week 4.

 

[ChrisHord]

I'll just say 50% of the time it was causing me to get fizzing/hissing - I never get that naturally. At first it would do the hissing, then over time it spiked me instead - I think exposure to those beeps just cumulatively irritated my ears. If I had that inert ring some people seem to have that never reacts to sound, I would bet money this would help.

I've read thru the thread. I just ordered Neosensory Buzz and if I see any improvement in the first 30 days, I will commit to the second month. If after 2 months there is significant change, I will buy it outright.

I will do my best to keep up with you all and keep you informed. I do not believe I have hyperacusis so I should not experience the spikes. We will see.

 

[Bambam0]

I just ordered one too. I can't not try this. If it takes the ring to a hiss/fry - that's a big win in my book.

 

[Kam75]

Is Neosensory Buzz truly effective?

I can't find any articles on the Internet about it.

How does it differ from Lenire, which is also based on bimodal stimulation, and not proven to be very effective and, above all, can actually be dangerous?

According to the French tinnitus specialist Alain Londero, bimodal stimulation could one day help tinnitus sufferers.

This means that those who are working on bimodal stimulation are on the right track, but what about Neosensory? If their device is genuinely effective, why isn't it promoted more?

 

[Bambam0]

Is Neosensory Buzz truly effective? If their device is genuinely effective, why isn't it promoted more?

It's only been out for 2 months. Barely enough time for one to complete the recommended 'program.'

 

[Kam75]

It's only been out for 2 months. Barely enough time for one to complete the recommended 'program.'

Oh okay sorry, I didn't know it was such a recent device!

 

[Bambam0]

Oh okay sorry, I didn't know it was such a recent device!

Yeah there was no red carpet roll-out/hype machine like a lot of these devices have. Plus they built their initial tech for the HOH/Deaf community. I appreciate their approach to launching this. Makes it seem more legit to me. Will find out!

 

[ChrisHord]

I just ordered Neosensory Buzz

Well I got it. I did my first round and no effects, but it was the first round.

 

[Bambam0]

Just did my first sesh as well. Will update again after a week or two. The high tones are just bearable for my damaged hearing apparatuses.

 

[Kam75]

For those who have purchased the device: do you play the music through headphones or do you use your smartphone?

How do you know if the music is too loud or not loud enough?

I am interested in this device but am waiting for convincing feedback.

 

[GBB]

For those who have purchased the device: do you play the music through headphones or do you use your smartphone?

How do you know if the music is too loud or not loud enough?

I am interested in this device but am waiting for convincing feedback.

The wristband needs to pick up the noise so it can vibrate in synch, so you cannot use headphones.

 

[S2000gtx]

Thank you everyone that's trying this out and reporting their result on here. I'm following this discussion and hoping it brings some relief for us.

 

[ChrisHord]

For those who have purchased the device: do you play the music through headphones or do you use your smartphone?

How do you know if the music is too loud or not loud enough?

I am interested in this device but am waiting for convincing feedback.

It's not music, it's a bunch of beeps about a second apart that start kinda low, go high, and then back down. The wristband detects them and vibrates your wrist in tempo. A few of the high ones I don't even hear.

I've used it now for 6 days and so far no change in my tinnitus, but I just started.

I'm thinking that a person has to give up drinking altogether to see any results. I have a hard time doing that because it helps me get to sleep as it enhances the pills I take. But I know at the same time that alcohol is a big contributor to the ringing.

 

[Bambam0]

*1 Week Update*

I remember early Lenire reviews often said something along the lines of "the noise isn't quieter but it's easier to tolerate" and I feel like that's what this device is doing - at least so far. Almost making my primary tone more "thin." As others have reported it has also somewhat softened to a hiss from a ring post use.

The app basically plays a scale of beeps from low to high and then back down and repeats. There are a few tones that are uncomfortable for my ears so I keep the volume on my phone at about 50% which results in the Buzz not picking up about two of the tones. I can't imagine this having any negative effect.

At this point I plan to do 60 days. That is the recommended time frame. It was initially advertised to be used for 10 minutes a day but now they're saying 15 minutes. I did it this first week for 10 minutes (sometimes a little more because I would forget) and plan to up it to 15 minutes starting tomorrow. I will update again in a month unless any adverse effects occurs.

 

[Kam75]

*1 Week Update*

I remember early Lenire reviews often said something along the lines of "the noise isn't quieter but it's easier to tolerate" and I feel like that's what this device is doing - at least so far. Almost making my primary tone more "thin." As others have reported it has also somewhat softened to a hiss from a ring post use.

The app basically plays a scale of beeps from low to high and then back down and repeats. There are a few tones that are uncomfortable for my ears so I keep the volume on my phone at about 50% which results in the Buzz not picking up about two of the tones. I can't imagine this having any negative effect.

At this point I plan to do 60 days. That is the recommended time frame. It was initially advertised to be used for 10 minutes a day but now they're saying 15 minutes. I did it this first week for 10 minutes (sometimes a little more because I would forget) and plan to up it to 15 minutes starting tomorrow. I will update again in a month unless any adverse effects occurs.

Thanks for your feedback! For the moment it's not extremely encouraging but hey... Let's wait and see.

 

[GBB]

*1 Week Update*

I remember early Lenire reviews often said something along the lines of "the noise isn't quieter but it's easier to tolerate" and I feel like that's what this device is doing - at least so far. Almost making my primary tone more "thin." As others have reported it has also somewhat softened to a hiss from a ring post use.

The app basically plays a scale of beeps from low to high and then back down and repeats. There are a few tones that are uncomfortable for my ears so I keep the volume on my phone at about 50% which results in the Buzz not picking up about two of the tones. I can't imagine this having any negative effect.

At this point I plan to do 60 days. That is the recommended time frame. It was initially advertised to be used for 10 minutes a day but now they're saying 15 minutes. I did it this first week for 10 minutes (sometimes a little more because I would forget) and plan to up it to 15 minutes starting tomorrow. I will update again in a month unless any adverse effects occurs.

This sort of makes sense since it's trying to drown out those errant brain cells by boosting activity in everything else around them, so it's not going to stand out as much, or be more "thin". That's my speculation anyway. Hope it keeps working!

 

[Sironketchup]

I'm surprised that it's a similar experience like I get from Lenire but it's stimulating your bloody arm?!?

 

[Bambam0]

Hope it keeps working!

Thanks man - me too. Sorry it didn't work out for you : /

I'm surprised that it's a similar experience like I get from Lenire but it's stimulating your bloody arm?!?

Yeah I'm surprised too. Let's see what the full 60 days holds though. Lots of room for whatever to happen.

Thanks for your feedback! For the moment it's not extremely encouraging but hey... Let's wait and see.

Of course!

 

[T Toledo OH]

Any updates?

 

[kingsfan]

I think I'm gonna try this soon. I'm willing to be a guinea pig as long as I get to wave my middle finger at all the professors over at habituation university.