NCT06781749 · RECRUITING
New Approach to Objectively Measure Social Engagement in Older Adults With Hearing Loss
This trial is testing whether hearing aids change how socially active and mentally sharp older adults with hearing loss are. Researchers will track social engagement using a wearable audio sensor and cognitive questionnaires before and after hearing aid use, and optionally record brainwaves via EEG. The phase is unspecified, so think of this as exploratory research — gathering real-world data rather than testing a drug or making a clinical claim.
You may qualify if
- Age >= 60 years
- English or Spanish speaking
- Group 1- older adults with normal hearing defined as speech frequency PTA \<25dB HL in bilateral ears
- Group 2- older adults with bilateral hearing loss who are not using hearing aids
- Group 3- older adults with bilateral hearing loss, who are currently using hearing aids
You're excluded if
- Age \<60 years
- Unable to complete questionnaires in English or Spanish
The sponsor's own eligibility wording, lightly reformatted. The study team makes the final eligibility decision — worth discussing with your doctor.
Eligibility criteria as of 2026-01-13