Effects of low-pass filtering on speech perception

Extended High-frequency Hearing and Speech Perception

NA · University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign · NCT05435989

This study tests how reducing high-frequency sounds affects the ability of people with normal hearing to understand speech.

Quick facts

PhaseNA
Study typeInterventional
Enrollment480 (estimated)
Ages19 Years to 50 Years
SexAll
SponsorUniversity of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign (other)
Locations1 site (Champaign, Illinois)
Trial IDNCT05435989 on ClinicalTrials.gov

What this trial studies

This study investigates how low-pass filtering affects the ability to perceive speech sounds. It focuses on individuals with normal hearing within the frequency range of 250-8000 Hz. Participants will undergo interventions that reduce extended high-frequency audibility to assess changes in their speech perception capabilities. The study aims to provide insights into auditory processing and communication.

Who should consider this trial

Good fit: Ideal candidates are native speakers of American English with normal hearing capabilities.

Not a fit: Patients who are non-native speakers of American English or have any form of hearing loss will not benefit from this study.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this study could enhance understanding of speech perception in individuals with normal hearing, potentially leading to improved communication strategies.

How similar studies have performed: While the specific approach of this study may be novel, similar studies have explored aspects of speech perception and filtering with varying degrees of success.

Eligibility criteria

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Inclusion Criteria:

* native speakers of American English
* normal hearing 250-8000 Hz

Exclusion Criteria:

* non-native speakers of American English
* hearing loss

Where this trial is running

Champaign, Illinois

Study contacts

How to participate

  1. Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
  2. Visit the official trial page on ClinicalTrials.gov for the most current contact information and recruitment status.
  3. Contact the listed study coordinator or principal investigator to request pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.

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Conditions: Low-pass Filtering Speech

Last reviewed 2026-05-15 by the Find a Trial editorial team. Information on this page is for educational purposes and is not medical advice. Always consult qualified healthcare professionals about clinical trial participation.