Music lessons after cochlear implant may boost hearing in crowds

NCT ID NCT06734897

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

Summary

This study tests whether six months of music therapy, starting right after cochlear implant surgery, can improve a person's ability to understand speech in noisy places. Thirty adults who speak German will be split into groups: some start music therapy immediately, some start later, and some get no music therapy. Researchers will measure speech understanding in noise after six and twelve months to see if the training makes a difference.

What this could mean

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

Active substance

music therapy

What this could lead to

If it works, this could point toward a simple, drug-free way to help people with cochlear implants hear speech better in noisy environments.

What could go wrong

This is a small, early-stage study with only 30 participants. The benefit may be small or not apply to everyone, and results depend on consistent participation in therapy sessions.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

hearing loss disorder sensorineural hearing loss disorder

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

Contacts and locations

Study contacts

  • Contact

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Locations

  • Lucerne Cantonal Hospital

    RECRUITING

    Lucerne, Canton of Lucerne, 6000, Switzerland