Dyslexia trial tests FM systems to boost reading skills in kids

NCT ID NCT07247253

Completed Symptom relief Sponsor: Education University of Hong Kong Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jun 24, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study tested whether using a special listening device (FM system) in class for one school year could improve reading and language skills in 71 Chinese children aged 7–11 with dyslexia. Half the children used a real device, and half used a sham device that looked the same but didn't work. The researchers measured reading ability, grammar, and brain responses to speech sounds. The goal was to see if better hearing in a noisy classroom could help these children learn more effectively.

What this could mean

Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.

Active substance: Assistive listening device (FM system)
What this could lead to: If effective, these devices could offer a simple, non-drug way to help children with dyslexia improve reading and listening in class.
What could go wrong: This is a small, completed trial with 71 children. The sham device may also show some benefit, and results may not apply to all dyslexic children.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

dyslexia

As listed by the trial registrant

The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.

DYSLEXIA

Contacts and locations

Locations

The Education University of Hong Kong

Hong Kong, Hong Kong

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