Effects of Compressed Sound on Hearing
Users of Remote Conferencing and Compression of Sound Dynamics : Auditory Effects
This study is testing how different types of sound exposure affect hearing in people who work with sound a lot compared to those who hear it in school settings.
Quick facts
| Study type | Observational |
|---|---|
| Enrollment | 200 (estimated) |
| Ages | 18 Years and up |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | Institut Pasteur Industry-sponsored |
| Locations | 2 sites (Brussels and 1 other locations) |
| Trial ID | NCT06264245 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
The COMPRESSED project is an observational study that investigates the auditory effects of exposure to manipulated sounds, such as compression and filtering, on individuals who have varying levels of exposure to sound processing systems. Participants are divided into two groups: those with high exposure from professional activities and those with moderate exposure from educational settings. The study employs a range of audiological assessments, including self-assessments and objective tests, to evaluate the impact of sound dynamics on auditory perception. Conducted by the Institut Pasteur and Haute École Léonard de Vinci, this bi-centric study aims to enhance understanding of how sound manipulation affects hearing.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates are individuals aged 18 or older who work with sound processing systems and have no declared hearing loss.
Not a fit: Patients with conductive or mixed hearing loss, asymmetric hearing loss, or a history of significant ear diseases may not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this study could provide insights into how exposure to compressed sound affects hearing, potentially leading to improved auditory health recommendations.
How similar studies have performed: While there is limited data on studies specifically examining the effects of compressed sound, related research in auditory perception has shown promising results.
Eligibility criteria
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: For all participants: * Age 18 or over, * Work with platforms using sound signal processing systems, * Fluent in English, * Fluent in French, * Declare that they have no hearing loss. For participants in the high exposure group: \- Have had a professional activity over the last three years using broadcasting platforms with sound signal processing systems, For participants in the moderate or limited exposure group: \- Have worked between one semester and two years with platforms using sound signal processing systems. Exclusion Criteria: * Conductive or mixed hearing loss, i.e. where the hearing loss affects both the outer and/or middle ear and the inner ear. * Have an asymmetric hearing loss, i.e. a difference in average hearing loss between the left and right ear of more than 20 dB, * Have a history of otitis and/or an ENT disease that permanently affects hearing (vestibular schwannoma, Ménière's disease, sudden or fluctuating deafness, congenital hypoacusis), * Not fluent in English * Be under guardianship, * Deprived of liberty by judicial or administrative decision, or subject to legal protection.
Where this trial is running
Brussels and 1 other locations
- Haute Ecole Léonard De Vinci — Brussels, Belgium (Not_yet_recruiting)
- CEntre de Recherche et d'Innovation en Audiologie Humaine — Paris, France (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Principal investigator: Paul Avan, MD — Ceriah
- Study coordinator: Céline Quinsac, PhD
- Email: celine.quinsac@pasteur.fr
- Phone: +33 (0)1 76 53 50 29
How to participate
- Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
- Visit the official trial page on ClinicalTrials.gov for the most current contact information and recruitment status.
- Contact the listed study coordinator or principal investigator to request pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.