Clinical trials
Hearing clinical trials
Below are recruiting hearing clinical trials, each written for real people, not researchers. We’re tracking 220 recruiting studies, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- NCT05923203Recruiting
Testing combined hearing with cochlear implant and hearing aid
This trial studies a “combined” hearing approach that uses a cochlear implant plus low-frequency sound from a hearing aid. It may help people with different hearing profiles (including cochlear-implant users) hear more naturally by testing how well this combined setup works.
Edmond, OklahomaAges 5 years+ - NCT06040892Recruiting
Hearing in noise for children with two cochlear implants
This study tests if wearing two cochlear implants helps children hear speech better in noisy places. The goal is to improve listening skills in everyday situations like classrooms or playgrounds.
LyonAges 7–17 - NCT05808543Recruiting
BEARS training to improve hearing skills in teens with two implants
This study tests a structured training program (BEARS) designed to help children and teenagers who use cochlear implants in both ears hear better in everyday life. It aims to improve hearing abilities by building on your implant settings and usual care.
Birmingham, BirminghamAges 8–16 - NCT04673565Enrolling by invitation
Coaching new hearing-aid users to use them more
This study tests whether motivational interviewing (a supportive coaching conversation) can help people who are new to hearing aids wear and use them more successfully. It uses online questionnaires to understand hearing-aid use and comfort.
Vancouver, British ColumbiaAges 18 years+ - NCT07860580Recruiting
Blood markers in children with congenital hearing loss
This study looks at certain substances in the blood of children with congenital hearing loss (hearing loss present from birth) to see if they are different from children with normal hearing. It may help doctors understand why hearing loss happens and could lead to better treatments.
SanliurfaAges Up to 17 years - NCT07690670Recruiting
WhatsApp AI support vs paper support for new hearing aid users
This study tests whether using WhatsApp for support (with help from AI) is better than paper materials for people who are using hearing aids for the first time. It's for adults with mild to moderate hearing loss in both ears who can use WhatsApp.
Pretoria, ProvinceAges 18 years+ - NCT07505667Recruiting
Yiyuancong for sudden hearing loss
This trial tests a medicine called Yiyuancong for people who recently lost hearing in one ear suddenly. If you are between 18 and 60 years old and your hearing loss started within the last 3 days, this study may be an option.
Guangzhou, GuangdongAges 18–60 - NCT07298499Enrolling by invitation
Hearing aids and sound therapy for tinnitus
This trial tests using hearing aids with built-in tinnitus maskers to see if they help adults who have both hearing loss and ringing in the ears. It aims to find out if these devices improve hearing and reduce tinnitus symptoms.
Broomfield, ColoradoAges 18 years+ - NCT07222202Recruiting
Testing flexible hearing aids for hearing loss
This study tests flexible hearing aids for people with conductive or mixed hearing loss (where sound is blocked or not transmitted well to the inner ear). It aims to see if these devices work well and are comfortable for daily use.
Winston-Salem, North CarolinaAges 6 months–80 years - NCT07216937Recruiting
Comparing 3D-printed vs. regular ear tip comfort
This study compares how comfortable 3D-printed ear tips are versus regular ear tips for people with normal hearing.
Tucson, ArizonaAges 18–89 - NCT07116135Recruiting
Hearing aid benefits on speech understanding and listening effort
This trial tests whether a new hearing instrument improves your ability to understand speech and reduces the mental effort of listening. If you are an experienced hearing aid user with moderate to moderately severe hearing loss, you may be eligible.
Tampa, FloridaAges 18–95 - NCT06962540Enrolling by invitation
Understanding personal listening strategies in hearing loss
This study looks at how people with hearing loss use different listening strategies. It may help find better ways to support hearing in daily life.
Evanston, IllinoisAges 18–90 - NCT06840015Recruiting
Testing Airpod Pros as a hearing aid for mild to moderate loss
This study tests whether Apple Airpod Pros can work as an assistive hearing device for people with mild to moderate hearing loss. If you haven't used hearing aids before, you may be able to join and help find a new, affordable option.
Richardson, TexasAges 18–60 - NCT06781749Recruiting
Measuring social engagement in older adults with hearing loss
This study tests a new way to objectively measure how socially engaged older adults with hearing loss are. It may help researchers better understand the impact of hearing loss on social participation.
Los Angeles, CaliforniaAges 60 years+ - NCT06722170Recruiting
Gene therapy study for hearing loss caused by OTOF gene mutation
This trial tests a gene therapy called EH002 for people with severe or profound hearing loss due to changes in the OTOF gene. The treatment aims to help the ear hear better by replacing the faulty gene.
Zhengzhou, HenanAges 6 months+ - NCT06734039Enrolling by invitation
Early Performance with Anatomy-Based Cochlear Implant Programming
This study looks at how programming a cochlear implant based on your inner ear's shape may improve early hearing performance. It is for adults who already have or will get a MED-EL cochlear implant and have some hearing in the opposite ear.
Iowa City, IowaAges 18 years+ - NCT06729632Recruiting
Cooling device to protect ears from noise damage
This trial tests a non-invasive device that cools the ears to prevent hearing loss from loud noise. It is for adults aged 18-55 with normal hearing who are at risk for noise-induced hearing loss, such as firefighters.
Miami, FloridaAges 18–55 - NCT06691087Recruiting
Sound perception study for hearing aid users
This study looks at how people with hearing aids perceive sound. It compares results between hearing-impaired and normal-hearing participants to better understand hearing challenges in daily life.
ParisAges 60–75 - NCT06641999Recruiting
Tinnitus implant study for adults with chronic tinnitus and hearing loss
This trial tests if a special implant can reduce tinnitus loudness in adults who have had chronic tinnitus for at least 6 months and have some hearing loss. You may qualify if your tinnitus is severe and not helped by standard treatments like hearing aids or therapy.
Edegem, BelgiumAges 18 years+ - NCT06465979Recruiting
How do people with hearing loss understand speech in different settings?
This study looks at how people with healthy hearing or hearing loss understand speech in different listening environments. You might join if you have normal hearing, mild hearing loss, or use a cochlear implant, and are a competent adult English speaker.
Minneapolis, MinnesotaAges 18–65 - NCT06377215Recruiting
How well do you hear speech in noise?
This study tests how well people understand speech in noisy settings, comparing younger and older adults with normal hearing and older adults with hearing loss. It aims to improve our understanding of hearing aid benefits.
Tampa, FloridaAges 18–80 - NCT04506853Recruiting
Cochlear implant study for one-sided severe hearing loss
This trial is studying whether a cochlear implant can help people who have very poor hearing in one ear but normal or mild hearing loss in the other ear. It uses hearing tests and speech understanding to see who may benefit and how well the device works.
Chicago, IllinoisAges 5 years+ - NCT06268340Recruiting
Hearing preservation with ECochG monitoring during cochlear implant
This trial tests a new technique to help preserve your natural hearing during cochlear implant surgery. It uses a special monitoring method (ECochG) to see if the implant can be placed while keeping your remaining hearing intact.
Ghent, GentAges 18 years+ - NCT06174038Recruiting
Hearing aids for memory and hearing loss study
This study tests whether hearing aids can help people with both hearing loss and early memory problems. It lasts for a period of time, and you will be asked to wear hearing aids daily.
New York, New YorkAges 55–75
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for hearing?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 220 recruiting hearing studies from the U.S. registry, each rewritten for real people, not researchers, so you can see what it’s testing and who it’s for.
- How do I know if I qualify for a hearing trial?
- Each study lists its eligibility criteria — rules about age, diagnosis, and prior treatments. On every Clin2 trial page we explain these in words written for real people and offer a short, optional pre-screen for a fit read. The study team makes the final decision.
- Does it cost anything to join a hearing trial?
- Using Clin2 is always free. Many trials cover the cost of the study treatment and related visits; some reimburse travel. The study team explains exactly what’s covered before you decide.
Related conditions
Clin2 helps you find and understand clinical trials and does not provide medical advice. Study data comes from ClinicalTrials.gov. Talk with your doctor about whether a specific trial is right for you.