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Innovative tinnitus treatments that block back channels in the ear

Last updated: July 2, 2026 Quick Answer: Emerging research has identified backwards-running nerve fibers, called “back channels,” that travel from the brain down to the cochlea and may amplify the phantom sounds associated with tinnitus. Innovative tinnitus treatments that block … Continue reading

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The Vagus Nerve and Hearing: What Nervus Vagus Has to Do With Your Ears

Touching the inside of your ear canal can trigger a sudden, uncontrollable cough — and the reason why has everything to do with a nerve that also controls your heart rate, digestion, and breathing. That nerve is the vagus nerve, … Continue reading

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