Clinical trial for Sensorineural Hearing Loss
Official title Perceptual Adaptation Following Cochlear Implantation (Aim 3a)
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT07039435
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- The study aims to find out if changing the sound settings to better match the ear's natural hearing improves sound quality, device use, and speech understanding.
- Who it's for
- The study is looking for people who have hearing loss in one ear and are getting a cochlear implant.
- What's involved
- Participants will use a cochlear implant with four different sound settings. They will switch settings daily for the first month, then choose their preferred setting each week.
- Time commitment
- The study involves using the device with specific settings for at least one month, followed by weekly choices.
A plain-language read of the study's public ClinicalTrials.gov listing. The study team confirms the details.
Who can take part
Ages 18 and older
You may be able to join if
- Age 18 or older
- No known anatomical abnormalities in either ear
- English speaking
- Intends to receive a cochlear implant in one ear (or has already received it but it has not been activated).
- Normal hearing (or minimal hearing loss) in the contralateral ear
You likely can't join if
- Under age 18
- Documented anatomical abnormality of the implanted ear
- Non-English speaking
- Greater than minimal hearing loss in the contralateral ear.
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it is enrolling
- New York, New York, 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 and older. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
This study is enrolling now at New York, New York, United States. Enter your location above to see the nearest enrolling site and check your eligibility.
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