In one embodiment, the present invention relates to a method for treating tinnitus in a subject comprising administering to the subject a composition comprising a stromal vascular fraction from adipose tissue. In another embodiment, the present invention relates to a method for treating tinnitus in a subject comprising administering to the subject a composition comprising a bone marrow cellular fraction. In another embodiment, the present invention relates to a method of treating tinnitus in a subject comprising administering to the subject a composition comprising adult stem cells.