Clinical trials
Hearing clinical trials
Below are recruiting hearing clinical trials, each written for real people, not researchers. We’re tracking 234 recruiting studies, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- NCT07472023Enrolling by invitationEarly Phase 1
Stem cell therapy for hearing loss and tinnitus
This trial tests a regenerative stem cell treatment for people with hearing loss, tinnitus, or inner ear injury. It aims to see if the therapy can improve hearing or reduce symptoms.
New York, New YorkAges Any age - NCT06953700Enrolling by invitation
Hearing and age study for adults with normal or mild hearing loss
This study looks at how differences in hearing between your ears affect your ability to hear in noisy places. Researchers want to learn more across different ages.
College Park, MarylandAges 18–80 - NCT06894927Enrolling by invitation
Hearing check for adults 50 and over
This trial offers a free hearing check for adults aged 50 and older. It aims to detect any hearing changes early and can help you understand your hearing health better.
Hradec Králové, Czech RepublicAges 50 years+ - NCT06305039Enrolling by invitation
Better hearing with two cochlear implants
This study tests how well people with two cochlear implants (or one cochlear implant and one hearing ear) can hear in complex, noisy settings. It aims to improve how these devices help in everyday listening situations.
Bethesda, MarylandAges 18–85 - NCT06251817Enrolling by invitation
Wideband ear sound test in Thai adults
This study measures how sound travels through the ear in Thai adults with normal hearing or conductive hearing loss. The results will help doctors better understand ear function and improve diagnosis.
Khon KaenAges 18–59 - 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+ - 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 - 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 - 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 - NCT06317493Recruiting
Hearing test using eye response in children
This study uses a simple eye test (pupillometry) to measure how well children hear. It may help improve hearing care for kids who are deaf or hard of hearing.
PadovaAges 4 months–3 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 - 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+ - NCT05107466Recruiting
Tests brain responses in adults with hearing loss
This study measures how your brain reacts to sounds and visual information. It may help researchers better understand brain function changes that can happen with hearing loss and how to assess them.
Lebanon, New HampshireAges 18 years+ - NCT05468567Recruiting
Sound perception study for people with noise-related ear injury
This study looks at how people who have noise-related ear trauma perceive sounds, using a 3D (three-dimensional) sound setup. The results may help doctors better understand sound processing after acoustic injuries.
LyonAges 18–65 - NCT05668338Recruiting
Hearing-device registry study for MED-EL users
This is an observational study that collects information from people using MED-EL hearing devices (with or without an implant) to better understand real-world hearing care. It may help improve future planning, support, and device use for patients like you.
BochumAges Any age - NCT05775367Recruiting
Cochlear implants for young children with one-sided deafness
This study checks whether cochlear implants help young children (ages about 7 months to under 3 years) who have very severe hearing loss in one ear. It also compares them with similar children who do not get implants, to understand what outcomes to expect.
Durham, North CarolinaAges 7 months–5.9 years - NCT05936034Recruiting
Hearing aid vs no hearing aid during platinum chemotherapy
This study compares how patients’ quality of life changes when people who have hearing loss from platinum chemotherapy use a hearing aid versus not using one. It may help understand whether hearing aids improve daily life during treatment.
Vandœuvre-lès-NancyAges 18 years+ - NCT06112860Recruiting
Over-the-counter hearing aids for memory loss study
This trial tests whether over-the-counter hearing aids can help people with mild memory loss (mild cognitive impairment or mild dementia) who also have hearing loss. You and a communication partner will participate together to see if improving hearing can also help with thinking and communication.
Evanston, IllinoisAges 60–90 - NCT06117254Recruiting
Hearing aids for Veterans with trouble hearing in noise
This trial tests whether hearing aids help Veterans who have trouble hearing in noisy places but whose hearing loss is not severe. You'll visit the VA Portland Medical Center several times to see if the aids improve your daily life.
Portland, OregonAges 18–79 - 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 - 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+ - 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 - 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 - 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+
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for hearing?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 234 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.