Evaluating rehabilitation devices for Veterans with hearing difficulties
Official title: Evaluating Device-based Rehabilitation for Veterans with Functional Hearing Difficulties: A Randomized Controlled Trial
Funded at Portland VA Medical Center · NIH-11077685 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is looking at how helpful different rehabilitation devices can be for Veterans who have trouble hearing even though their hearing tests come back normal, aiming to find better ways to improve their communication and daily life.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Portland VA Medical Center NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Portland, United States) |
| Project start | April 1, 2024 |
| Project end | March 31, 2028 |
| Funding year | 2025 |
| NIH project number | 5I01RX004791-02 |
| Project ID | NIH-11077685 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research are Veterans aged 21 and older who are currently active duty or have served in the military and report hearing difficulties despite normal audiogram results.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who do not have hearing difficulties or those with diagnosed hearing loss that is not functional in nature may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research investigates the effectiveness of device-based rehabilitation for Veterans who experience hearing difficulties despite having normal hearing test results. It aims to address the gap in rehabilitation options available for these individuals, who often feel unsatisfied with current standard care practices. The study will compare different rehabilitation devices to determine which options may improve communication and overall functional outcomes for these patients. By focusing on Veterans, the research seeks to provide tailored solutions for a population that is at risk of hearing and communication deficits.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved rehabilitation options for Veterans with functional hearing difficulties, enhancing their communication abilities and quality of life.
How similar studies have gone: While there has been limited research specifically on device-based rehabilitation for this population, similar approaches in other areas of audiology have shown promise in improving patient outcomes.
Where this research is happening
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Portland VA Medical Center
Portland, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Papesh, Melissa — Portland VA Medical Center
- Study coordinator: Papesh, Melissa
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About this research
- This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
- Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
- For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page.