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New bluetooth mode aims to improve sound for cochlear implant users

NCT ID NCT07028619

Symptom relief Sponsor: Med-El Corporation Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

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First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 2 times

Summary

This study tested a new bimodal Bluetooth streaming feature for people who use a MED-EL cochlear implant in one ear and a Starkey hearing aid in the other. Ten participants tried the feature for one week and then completed a survey about their listening experience. The goal was to see if the new streaming option improved sound quality and user satisfaction compared to standard Bluetooth streaming.

What this could mean

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Active substance
Bimodal streaming configuration (device feature)
What this could lead to
If successful, this could offer a better wireless streaming experience for people who use both a cochlear implant and a hearing aid.
What could go wrong
This is a very small, completed study with only 10 participants, so results may not apply to everyone. The feature may not work well for all users or devices.

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Study facts

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Phase

Not a phased trial

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Participants

10 people

The number who actually took part.

Started

Jun 2025

Finished

Sep 2025

Lead sponsor

A company

The lead sponsor is a pharmaceutical, biotech, or medical-device company.

Who can take part

This study's own entry requirements. Only the study team can say for certain whether you qualify.

Ages

Children (under 18), adults (18 to 64) and older adults (65 and over)

Sex

Anyone

Healthy volunteers

Not accepted

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Inclusion Criteria: * Implanted with a MED-EL cochlear implant in one ear * Using an AudioKey compatible MED-EL audio processor * Using an AudioKey compatible Starkey hearing aid * If not using a SONNET 3 audio processor, has access to a MED-EL streaming device * Using a smartphone that can support the AudioKey application * Able to complete a survey via cellphone or computer * Prior experience with Bluetooth streaming or expressed motivation to Bluetooth stream to hearing devices * Ability to complete all study procedures including provide responses to survey questions Exclusion Criteria: * Unable to provide reliable feedback * Unable to operate a smartphone with or without assistance

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

deafness, unilateral Hearing Loss, Sensorineural sensorineural hearing loss disorder

As listed by the trial registrant

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Asymmetric hearing loss Cochlear implant recipients Hearing loss, sensorineural Sensorineural hearing loss, bilateral

Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Idaho Ear Clinic

    Meridian, Idaho, 83642, United States

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