New sound processor promises sharper hearing for implant users

NCT ID NCT06338670

Completed Symptom relief Sponsor: Cochlear Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026

Summary

This study tested a new sound processor, the Osia 3, against the current Osia 2 model in 12 adults with hearing implants. Participants completed hearing tests and rated sound quality with both devices. The goal was to see if the new processor improves speech understanding in noise and overall listening experience.

What this could mean

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

Active substance: Osia 3 Sound Processor (device)
What this could lead to: If successful, this could lead to a better sound processor that improves hearing in noise and sound quality for people with certain types of hearing loss.
What could go wrong: This is a small, early feasibility study with only 12 participants, so results may not apply to everyone. The new device may not offer meaningful improvements over the current model.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

conductive hearing loss disorder deafness, unilateral Hearing Loss, Conductive hearing loss, mixed conductive-sensorineural

As listed by the trial registrant

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

HEARING LOSS, CONDUCTIVE HEARING LOSS, MIXED CONDUCTIVE-SENSORINEURAL

Contacts and locations

Locations

The HEARing CRC

Melbourne, Victoria, 3053, Australia

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