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This report outlines the recruitment process for a pilot study aimed at developing telehealth tinnitus management, with a focus on individuals with and without traumatic brain injury (TBI). As of November 2009, 172 potential candidates expressed interest, 96 were screened, and 36 were enrolled in the study. The remaining candidates were either placed on a waiting list or lost contact. The study highlights the importance of further funding for continuing research in tinnitus management for this population.
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Figure 1. Number of callers expressing interest in pilot study with regard to how many were recruited, screened, enrolled, and assigned to three study groups. As of November 2009, 172 potential candidates had contacted research assistant (RA) to express interest in study. Of these, 96 were screened and found to be qualified candidates. Of qualified candidates, 36 were enrolled in study (rest were placed on waiting list or lost contact). Note that those placed on waiting list were informed that we would attempt to renew study, but that renewal required approval for continued funding. TBI = traumatic brain injury, THS = Tinnitus and Hearing Survey. Henry JA, Zaugg TL, Myers PJ, Schmidt CJ, Griest S, Legro MW, Kaelin C, Thielman EJ, Storzbach DM, McMillan GP, Carlson KF. Pilot study to develop telehealth tinnitus management for persons with and without traumatic brain injury. J Rehabil Res Dev. 2012;49(7): 1025-42.http://dx.doi.org/10.1682/JRRD.2010.07.0125