Brain training may boost hearing and thinking in older cochlear implant users
NCT ID NCT05176561
First seen Jun 24, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study tests whether an 8-week auditory-cognitive training program can improve speech recognition and cognitive function in older adults (60+) who have had a cochlear implant for 3 months to 3 years. Participants will do computer-based listening and thinking exercises at home plus weekly virtual meetings with a clinician. The goal is to see if this training can help them understand speech better and improve their quality of life.
What this could mean
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Active substance
Auditory-cognitive training program
What this could lead to
If it works, this could point toward a simple, non-drug way to help older cochlear implant users hear better and think more clearly.
What could go wrong
This is a small, early-stage study with only 30 participants. The training may not lead to meaningful improvements, and results may not apply to all cochlear implant users.
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Locations
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Center for Hearing and Communication
New York, New York, 10004, United States
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Gallaudet University
Washington D.C., District of Columbia, 20002, United States
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Vanderbilt University
Nashville, Tennessee, 37203-8820, United States