Improving sound perception for children with cochlear implants
Novel Coding Strategies for Children With Cochlear Implants
This study is testing different ways to improve how children with cochlear implants hear sounds to see if it can help them hear better compared to kids with normal hearing.
Quick facts
| Phase | Not applicable |
|---|---|
| Study type | Interventional |
| Enrollment | 190 (estimated) |
| Ages | 6 Years to 80 Years |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | NYU Langone Health Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (New York, New York) |
| Trial ID | NCT05203302 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This research aims to enhance the performance of cochlear implants in children by investigating how different coding strategies affect sound perception. The study will compare the auditory capabilities of individuals with cochlear implants to those with normal hearing, focusing on factors such as age and hearing onset. By analyzing psychophysical abilities and speech recognition outcomes, the research seeks to identify effective strategies for improving auditory experiences in early implanted children.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates include children aged 7 and older who were pre-lingually implanted with cochlear implants, as well as adults who are post-lingually implanted or have normal hearing.
Not a fit: Patients who were implanted with cochlear implants after acquiring language skills (post-lingually) may not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this study could lead to significant improvements in sound perception and speech recognition for children using cochlear implants.
How similar studies have performed: While there have been studies exploring cochlear implant coding strategies, this specific approach focusing on age and hearing onset is relatively novel.
Eligibility criteria
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * Be 7 years of age or older and pre-lingually implanted with a cochlear implant (before the age of 2 years), have aided residual hearing, or have normal hearing. * Be ages 18 or older and post-lingually implanted or have normal hearing. * Be ages 18-35 and pre-lingually implanted. Exclusion Criteria: * Any child implanted post-lingually
Where this trial is running
New York, New York
- NYU Langone Health — New York, New York, United States (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Principal investigator: David M Landsberger, MD — NYU Langone Health
- Study coordinator: David M Landsberger, MD
- Email: david.landsberger@nyulangone.org
- Phone: 212-263-8455
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.