Text message reminders to help people get hearing aids
Part of Brain & nervous system, Ear, nose & throat clinical trials.
This study tests whether receiving automated text message reminders can help more people follow through with getting hearing aids after their doctor recommends them. If you've been told you should get hearing aids but haven't gotten them yet, this could help you stay on track.
Summary written for real people, not researchers, by Clin2.
Who can take part
- You are an adult
- You speak English
- Your doctor has recommended hearing aids for you
- You do not currently use any hearing aids or cochlear implants
- You have a working cell phone number and can receive text messages
- You have not been diagnosed with dementia
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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