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New treatment option for Auditory Processing Disorder
Official title Hearing Aids for Veterans With Functional Hearing Difficulties
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT06117254
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- Every year, approximately 100,000 Veterans seek help at VA Audiology clinics for hearing and communication difficulties only to learn that they have normal hearing sensitivity. Unfortunately, there are very few established options to improve hearing and listening for these patients.
- Which group you join is decided by chance.
A plain-language read of the study's public ClinicalTrials.gov listing. The study team confirms the details.
Who can take part
Ages 18 to 79
You may be able to join if
- Veteran eligible for VA Healthcare
- Ability to travel to VA Portland Medical Center for repeated visits
- Pure-tone thresholds of no more than 30 dB HL at frequencies between 500 and 3000 Hz, and no more than 40 dB HL at 4000 Hz
- HHIA scores of 24 or greater indicating moderate to significant perceived hearing handicap
You likely can't join if
- Conductive hearing loss or other significant otologic problems
- Non-native English speakers
- Inability to perform experimental tasks
- Pure-tone interaural threshold asymmetries greater than 15 dB between 250 and 4000 Hz
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it's taking place
- Portland, Oregon, United States
Questions & answers
Do participants get paid in this trial?
This listing doesn't specify compensation. Many trials still reimburse travel or offer a stipend, so it's worth asking the study team when you connect.
Is it free to join, and do I need insurance?
Searching and applying through BridgeMD is free. In clinical trials the study-related treatment and visits are generally provided at no cost to you. You usually don't need insurance to take part - confirm specifics with the study team.
How long does this study last?
The listing doesn't state an exact length. The study team walks you through the schedule and number of visits before you decide to enroll.
Who can join this trial?
This study is enrolling all sexes, 18 years to 79 years. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
Study sites include Portland, Oregon, United States. Enter your location above to see the nearest site and check your eligibility.
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BridgeMD is an information and trial-matching tool - not medical advice, and not the study sponsor. Details come from ClinicalTrials.gov; the study team decides eligibility.