Rhythm may boost language skills in aging ears

NCT ID NCT06282601

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

Summary

This study looks at whether listening to music with a steady beat can improve how older adults with age-related hearing loss process sentences. Researchers will have 55 participants aged 70 or older listen to regular or irregular rhythm music, then judge if sentences are grammatically correct. The goal is to see if musical priming can temporarily boost language skills.

What this could mean

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

Active substance

musical priming (listening to music with regular or irregular rhythm)

What this could lead to

If it works, this could point toward simple music-based exercises to help older adults with hearing loss better understand spoken language.

What could go wrong

This is a small, early-stage study with only 55 participants. The effect may be small or not apply to everyday conversation. It does not test hearing aids or medical treatments.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

presbycusis

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Contacts and locations

Study contacts

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Locations

  • Chu Dijon Bourgogne

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    Dijon, 21000, France

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