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Hearing Loss
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60 US clinical trials · 30 currently recruiting
Active & Recent Trials
School Screening and Telemedicine Specialty Referral to Address Childhood Hearing Loss in Rural Kentucky
University of Arkansas
NCT05513833
Preschool Hearing Screening
University of California, San Francis
NCT06058767
School Screening and Telemedicine Specialty Referral to Address Childhood Hearing Loss in Rural Alaska
University of Arkansas
NCT05593484
Natural History of Autosomal Dominant Hearing Loss
National Institute on Deafness and Other Communication Disorders (NIDCD)
NCT04501081
Hearing Impairment, Strategies and Outcomes in VA Emergency Departments
VA Office of Research and Development
NCT05028972
NIDCD Otolaryngology Clinical Protocol Biospecimen Bank
National Institute on Deafness and Other Communication Disorders (NIDCD)
NCT06303180
Perception of Speech in Context by Listeners With Healthy and Impaired Hearing
Marquette University
NCT06465979
Collection of Clinical Data and Specimens for Research in Hearing, Balance, Taste, Smell, Voice, Speech, and Language Disorders.
National Institute on Deafness and Other Communication Disorders (NIDCD)
NCT05670496
AI Noise Reduction in Phonak Hearing Aids
Mayo Clinic
NCT06743295
Listening Effort in Cochlear Implant Users
University of Minnesota
NCT06516575
Fall Risk Assessment and Speech Intelligibility Enhancement Using In-ear Device
Stanford University
NCT05365646
HEARS-NPS: Addressing Hearing Loss as a Common Unmet Contributor of Neuropsychiatric Symptoms
Johns Hopkins University
NCT06930560
Innovations in Hearing Accessibility and Technology (IHAT) Study
University of Colorado, Denver
NCT06689865
Atorvastatin to Reduce Cisplatin-Induced Hearing Loss Among Individuals With Head and Neck Cancer
National Institute on Deafness and Other Communication Disorders (NIDCD)
NCT04915183
Improving Spatial Perception and Speech Understanding in Multitalker Mixtures
Boston University Charles River Campus
NCT05260307
Improving Access and Affordability of Adult Hearing Healthcare
University of Alabama, Tuscaloo
NCT04671381
Combined Electric and Acoustic Hearing (EAS) in Children and Adults
Hearts for Hearing
NCT05923203
Early Age-Related Hearing Loss Investigation (EARHLI)
Columbia University
NCT06174038
Quantification of Visually Evoked Cortical Potentials in Individuals With Hearing Loss
Dartmouth-Hitchcock Medical Center
NCT05107466
Cholesterol and Antioxidant Treatment in Patients With Smith-Lemli-Opitz Syndrome (SLOS)
University of Colorado, Denver
NCT01773278
Cochlear Implants in Young Children With SSD
University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill
NCT05775367
Investigation of a Device to Deliver Intra-Operative Therapeutic Hypothermia for Hearing Preservation in Cochlear Implantation
Restorear Devices
NCT06375278
OTC Hearing Aid and MCI
Northwestern University
NCT06112860
An Investigation to Validate Speech Perception Assessment for Adult Cochlear Recipients Using a Mobile Research App
Cochlear
NCT06098482
Testing the Addition of Pedmark to Cisplatin Chemotherapy for Reducing Drug-Induced Ear Damage in Men With Stage II-III Metastatic Testicular Germ Cell Tumors
City of Hope Medical Center
NCT07218913
Clinical Utility of Residual Hearing in the Cochlear Implant Ear
Ohio State University
NCT04707885
SPI-1005 in Adults Receiving Cochlear Implant
Sound Pharmaceuticals, Incorporated
NCT06340633
Auditory-Cognitive Training to Optimize Outcomes for Older CI Users
Gallaudet University
NCT05176561
The Sentio System: Post-market Evaluation of Safety and Performance in Adolescents
Oticon Medical
NCT06844071
Encoding Temporal Fine Structure for Cochlear Implants
University of Southern California
NCT04708717
Apple Hearing Study
Apple
NCT04172766
ACHIEVE Brain Health Follow-Up Study
Johns Hopkins University
NCT05532657
Improving Outcomes Using Technology for Children Who Are DHH
Children's Hospital Medical Center, Cincinnati
NCT02998164
Safety and Efficacy of a Drug Eluting Slim Modiolar Electrode Array
Cochlear
NCT06598059
Family ASL: Longitudinal Study of Deaf Children and Hearing Parents Who Receive Services to Support the Learning of ASL
University of Connecticut
NCT04988451
Community-Based Kiosks for Hearing Screening and Education
Portland VA Medical Center
NCT01963104
Addressing Barriers to Adult Hearing Healthcare
Duke University
NCT02928107
The Hearing Aid Effectiveness After Aural Rehabilitation (HEAR) Trial
US Department of Veterans Affairs
NCT00260663
NCGENES: North Carolina Clinical Genomic Evaluation by NextGen Exome Sequencing
University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill
NCT01969370
P-CHAT: Comparison of Direct to Consumer Delivery Models for Hearing Devices
Northwestern University
NCT04618315
Outcomes In Children With Developmental Delay And Deafness
Stanford University
NCT01256229
Supplementing Hearing Aids With Computerized Auditory Training
VA Office of Research and Development
NCT00727337
North Carolina Newborn Exome Sequencing for Universal Screening
University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill
NCT02826694
Comparison of Hearing Aid Fitting Outcomes Between Self-fit and Professional Fit for MDHearing Smart Hearing Aids
MDHearingAid
NCT05165121
AB-Intra- and Post-Operative Measures of Auditory Function
Medical College of Wisconsin
NCT03685461
Safety and Effectiveness of the MED-EL Electric-Acoustic System
Med-El Corporation
NCT00747435
Safety and Efficacy of the Vibrant Soundbridge (VSB) for Mixed and Conductive Hearing Losses
Med-El Corporation
NCT00748540
Early Diagnosis of Steroid-Responsive & No-Responsive Hearing Loss
US Department of Veterans Affairs
NCT00013468
Quantifying Auditory Perceptual Learning Following Hearing Aid Fitting
US Department of Veterans Affairs
NCT00013455
A Comparison of Hearing Aid Fitting Methods
Sonova
NCT05376215
Bilateral Benefit in Adult Users of the HiRes 90K Bionic Ear System
Advanced Bionics
NCT00205881
Speech Perception for Children With Cochlear Implants
Mayo Clinic
NCT01059838
The Impact of Hearing Loss Severity on Balance Intervention Outcomes
University of Arkansas
NCT05681078
Benefits of the HiResolution Bionic Ear System in Adults With Asymmetric Hearing Loss
Advanced Bionics
NCT02811549
Clinical Evaluation of a Cochlear Implant Sound Processor
Advanced Bionics
NCT04237207
Clinical Investigation and Validation of a Self-fitted Air-conduction Hearing Aid
Concha
NCT06167161
Aural Rehabilitation for Cochlear Implant Users Via Telerehab Technology
Gallaudet University
NCT03157492
Effect of Hearing Aid Labeling on Speech Understanding Measures
Sonova
NCT05274178
Real World Perspectives on Advancements in Hearing Aid Technology
Sonova
NCT05468918
Epidemiology of Hearing Loss in Diabetic and Non-Diabetic Veterans
US Department of Veterans Affairs
NCT00018486
Phase Distribution
| Phase | Trial count |
|---|---|
| Early Phase 1 | 2 |
| Phase 2 | 4 |
| Phase 3 | 1 |
| Phase 4 | 1 |
Top Sponsors
Source: ClinicalTrials.gov, National Library of Medicine. Data is informational only.
Reading the Hearing Loss Trial Landscape
ClinicalTrials.gov lists 60 US studies indexed under Hearing Loss, and 30 of those are currently open to recruitment — roughly 50% of the total volume on the registry. That ratio is a useful proxy for activity level: a high share of recruiting studies often signals that research interest is current and that new enrollment opportunities are appearing, while a low share typically means the field is dominated by completed or follow-up work where most participant spots have already been filled. These counts reflect the public registry only and include studies at every stage of design, so they should be read as an index of research attention rather than as a measure of treatment availability.
The phase distribution for Hearing Loss shows 2 late-stage studies (Phase 3 and Phase 4 combined) alongside 6 earlier-phase entries (Phase 1 through Phase 2). Phase 1 and Phase 2 studies focus on early safety signals, dosing, and preliminary effect, while Phase 3 studies are typically the larger efficacy and safety trials submitted toward regulatory review, and Phase 4 studies follow approved interventions in real-world use. A condition weighted toward later phases often reflects a mature research pipeline with several interventions already close to or past approval, whereas a heavier early-phase tilt suggests the field is still exploring new mechanisms and candidate approaches.
Top sponsor activity for Hearing Loss is led by US Department of Veterans Affairs with 4 indexed trials, alongside 9 other organizations in the top contributor list. The list on this page surfaces up to 60 of the most relevant recent and active entries, ordered with recruiting studies first so practical options are visible. All figures are derived from the public ClinicalTrials.gov dataset maintained by the National Library of Medicine and are reproduced here for reference. Inclusion of a trial, sponsor, or intervention on this page is neither an endorsement nor a recommendation — eligibility, protocol changes, and site-level status can shift frequently, so always verify current details on ClinicalTrials.gov and consult a qualified healthcare provider before acting on anything you see here.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many clinical trials are there for Hearing Loss?
PlainTrial tracks 60 US clinical trials for Hearing Loss, of which 30 are currently recruiting participants. Data sourced from ClinicalTrials.gov.
How do I find a recruiting trial for Hearing Loss?
Use the trial list above filtered by "Recruiting" status, or visit our trial finder at /recruiting to search by condition and state. Always discuss trial participation with your healthcare provider before enrolling.
Is this data current?
Data is sourced from ClinicalTrials.gov and reflects our most recent data pull. Trial status may have changed since then. Always verify current information at ClinicalTrials.gov before making decisions about participation.
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Disclaimer: This information is provided for informational purposes only and does not constitute professional advice. Data is sourced from ClinicalTrials.gov (National Library of Medicine). Consult a qualified professional before making decisions based on this data.
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Source: ClinicalTrials.gov (NIH/NLM) ClinicalTrials.gov AACT registry · 2024 Trial counts and statuses sourced from ClinicalTrials.gov. Sponsor counts include both industry and federal/academic sponsors.