Clinical trial for Noise Exposure
Official title Non-Invasive System to Deliver Therapeutic Hypothermia for Protection Against Noise-Induced Hearing Loss
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT06729632
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- This study checks if a new cooling device is safe and if it helps protect hearing after exposure to loud noises.
- Who it's for
- The study is looking for firefighters who work in noisy environments.
- What's involved
- Participants will wear a cooling device on their head right after their work shifts. They will also have regular hearing tests to track changes over time.
- Time commitment
- The study lasts for one year, requiring participants to wear the device after each shift and attend scheduled check-ups.
Which group you join is decided by chance.
A plain-language read of the study's public ClinicalTrials.gov listing. The study team confirms the details.
Who can take part
Ages 18 to 55. Healthy volunteers may be eligible.
You may be able to join if
- Adults aged 18-55 years old at the time of signing the consent form
- Fluency in English
You likely can't join if
- Abnormal tympanometric findings
- Abnormal pure tone audiometry from 500-8,000 Hz (Non-firefighters only)
- Significant history of noise exposure (Non-firefighters only)
- Temporomandibular joint disorder
- Otologic pathologies (including, but not limited to): acoustic neuroma/vestibular schwannoma, chronic ear disease, Meniere's disease, documented...
- Current recipients of medical, pharmacologic, or therapeutic intervention for tinnitus or other otologic conditions
See the full eligibility criteria
- Adults aged 18-55 years old at the time of signing the consent form
- Fluency in English
- Abnormal tympanometric findings
- Abnormal pure tone audiometry from 500-8,000 Hz (Non-firefighters only)
- Significant history of noise exposure (Non-firefighters only)
- Temporomandibular joint disorder
- Otologic pathologies (including, but not limited to): acoustic neuroma/vestibular schwannoma, chronic ear disease, Meniere's disease, documented fluctuating hearing loss, or ototoxicity
- Current recipients of medical, pharmacologic, or therapeutic intervention for tinnitus or other otologic conditions
- Active hearing aid users
- Adults unable to consent
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it is enrolling
- Miami, Florida, United States
Questions & answers
Do participants get paid in this trial?
This listing doesn't specify compensation. Many trials still reimburse travel or offer a stipend, so it's worth asking the study team when you connect.
Is it free to join, and do I need insurance?
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How long does this study last?
The listing doesn't state an exact length. The study team walks you through the schedule and number of visits before you decide to enroll.
Who can join this trial?
This study is enrolling all sexes, 18 years to 55 years. Healthy volunteers may be eligible. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
This study is enrolling now at Miami, Florida, United States. Enter your location above to see the nearest enrolling site and check your eligibility.
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