Hearing Aid Technology for Hearing Loss

Recruiting in Palo Alto (17 mi)

Age: Any Age

Sex: Any

Travel: May Be Covered

Time Reimbursement: Varies

Trial Phase: Academic

Waitlist Available

Sponsor: Advanced Bionics

No Placebo Group

Trial Summary

What is the purpose of this trial?The purpose of this study is to assess the effectiveness and optimization of various FDA approved products.

Eligibility Criteria

This trial is for adults and children aged 8-17 with hearing loss or ear infections who can legally consent and follow study instructions. Children must be accompanied by a guardian. Participants should be able to operate the device controls and speak English.

Inclusion Criteria

I am at least 8 years old.

English language proficiency as determined by the investigator

I can use the study device and follow all instructions.

+2 more

Exclusion Criteria

Have any significant medical condition that, in the opinion of any of the investigators, is likely to interfere with study procedures or likely to confound evaluation of study endpoints

Participant Groups

The study tests the effectiveness of FDA-approved Sonova products using pinna-located microphones versus simulated microphone algorithms in improving hearing performance.

1Treatment groups

Experimental Treatment

Group I: Microphone Location versus Microphone Algorithm ComparisonExperimental Treatment2 Interventions

Comparing performance and subjective feedback for pinna-located microphone versus a pinna-simulated microphone algorithm.