New study aims to Fine-Tune cochlear implant settings for sharper hearing

NCT ID NCT07476079

Not yet recruiting Knowledge-focused Sponsor: Luzerner Kantonsspital Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study will test two methods for programming electric acoustic stimulation (EAS) in cochlear implant users who still have some natural hearing. One method uses electrical measurements from the inner ear, while the other uses standard hearing tests. The goal is to see which approach leads to better speech understanding in noisy environments. Twelve adults aged 18-85 who are candidates for a MED-EL cochlear implant will participate.

What this could mean

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

Active substance: Electric acoustic stimulation (EAS) fitting methods
What this could lead to: If successful, this study could point toward a more effective way to program cochlear implants for people with residual hearing, potentially improving speech understanding in noise.
What could go wrong: This is a very small early-stage study with only 12 participants, so results may not apply to everyone. The fitting methods are being compared, not tested for safety or long-term benefit.

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Conditions

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hearing loss disorder

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FITTING METHODS BY EAS PATIENTS

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