New cochlear trick may boost hearing without longer implants
NCT ID NCT06901674
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study tests a new technique that lets a cochlear implant stimulate the entire cochlea without needing a longer electrode. The goal is to see if this improves speech understanding and sound quality for people with hearing loss. About 40 adults who already qualify for a cochlear implant will take part. The approach aims to avoid damage from longer electrodes while potentially giving better hearing.
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NYU Langone Health
New York, New York, 10016, United States
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