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NCT06580847 · ClinicalTrials.gov registry record · NA
Benefits of Choir for Older Adults With Unaddressed Hearing Loss (WP2)
A NA study of Psychosocial Functioning and Speech Intelligibility, sponsored by Toronto Metropolitan University.
- Recruiting
- Registry status
- NA
- Development phase
- 210
- Enrollment target
- 7
- Study locations
NCT06580847: Recruiting NA study of Psychosocial Functioning and Speech Intelligibility, sponsored by Toronto Metropolitan University.
NCT06580847 is a NA study of Psychosocial Functioning and Speech Intelligibility that is actively recruiting participants, run by Toronto Metropolitan University. The registered enrollment target is 210 participants, above the 141-participant average among 9 other Psychosocial Functioning trials with a reported enrollment target (49% higher). The trial reports 7 study locations across 6 states. According to ClinicalTrials.gov, the official US trial registry.
The verdict
NCT06580847, a NA study of Psychosocial Functioning and Speech Intelligibility, is actively recruiting participants, sponsored by Toronto Metropolitan University.
- RECRUITING
- Registry status
- NA
- Development phase
- 210 participants
- Enrollment target
- 7
- Study locations
Study Summary
Unaddressed age-related hearing loss is highly prevalent among older adults, typified by negative consequences for speech-in-noise perception and psychosocial wellbeing. There is promising evidence that group singing may enhance speech-in-noise perception and psychosocial wellbeing. However, there is a lack of robust evidence, primarily due to the literature being based on small sample sizes, single site studies, and a lack of randomized controlled trials. Hence, to address these concerns, this SingWell Project study utilizes an appropriate sample size, multisite, randomized controlled trial approach, with a robust preplanned statistical analysis. The objective of the study is to explore if group singing may improve speech-in-noise perception and psychosocial wellbeing for older adults with unaddressed hearing loss. The investigators designed an international, multisite, randomized controlled trial to explore the benefits of group singing for adults aged 60 years and older with unaddressed hearing loss. After undergoing an eligibility screening process and completing an information and consent form, the investigators intend to recruit 210 participants that will be randomly assigned to either group singing or an audiobook club (control group) intervention for a training period of 12-weeks. The study has multiple timepoints for testing, that are broadly categorized as macro (i.e., pre- and post-measures across the 12-weeks), or micro timepoints (i.e., pre- and post-measures across a weekly training session). Macro measures include behavioural measures of speech and music perception, and psychosocial questionnaires. Micro measures include psychosocial questionnaires and heart-rate variability. The investigators hypothesize that group singing may be effective at improving speech perception and psychosocial outcomes for older adults with unaddressed hearing loss-more so than participants in the control group.
Primary Outcome
The Coordinate Response Matrix (CRM) generates signal-to-noise ratio (SNR). A lower SNR is indicative of better speech-in-noise perception.
Conditions Studied
Interventions
- BEHAVIORAL Group Singing
- BEHAVIORAL Audiobook Club
Study Locations (7)
Other
- Carl von Ossietzky Universitat Oldenburg - Oldenburg
- University of Groningen - Groningen
California
- Brain and Creativity Institute, University of Southern California - Los Angeles
South Australia
- Flinders University - Adelaide
Newfoundland and Labrador
- Memorial University of Newfoundland - St. John's
Ontario
- Toronto Metropolitan University - Toronto
Quebec
- Concordia University - Montreal
Trial Details
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Enrollment Target | 210 participants |
| Start Date | 2025-04-15 |
| Est. Completion | 2026-09 |
| Phase | NA |
What NCT06580847 shows while recruiting
NCT06580847 is an interventional study that assigns participants to a tested intervention. The registered 210 participants enrollment target is mid-sized for trials with a published cap, above the 141-participant average among 9 other Psychosocial Functioning trials with a reported enrollment target (49% higher).
The record links to 3 conditions, with Psychosocial Functioning appearing as the primary indexed condition, and to 2 interventions - of which Group Singing is the first listed.
NCT06580847 lists 7 locations in 6 states (Other, California, South Australia).
Frequently Asked Questions
What is clinical trial NCT06580847 about?
NCT06580847 is a clinical study titled "Benefits of Choir for Older Adults With Unaddressed Hearing Loss (WP2)". Unaddressed age-related hearing loss is highly prevalent among older adults, typified by negative consequences for speech-in-noise perception and psychosocial wellbeing. There is promising evidence that group singing may enhance speech-in-noise perception and psychosocial wellbeing. However, there i...
What is the current status of trial NCT06580847?
This trial is currently recruiting. It is a NA study. The enrollment target is 210 participants. The study started on 2025-04-15. Estimated completion is 2026-09.
What conditions does trial NCT06580847 study?
This clinical trial studies the following conditions: Psychosocial Functioning, Speech Intelligibility, Hearing Loss, Age-Related.
What interventions are being tested in trial NCT06580847?
The interventions under investigation include: Group Singing (BEHAVIORAL), Audiobook Club (BEHAVIORAL).
Who is sponsoring clinical trial NCT06580847?
This trial is sponsored by Toronto Metropolitan University, which has 3 total clinical trials registered on ClinicalTrials.gov.
Where is trial NCT06580847 being conducted?
This trial has 7 study locations across California, South Australia, Newfoundland and Labrador, Ontario, Quebec. Contact the study sites directly through ClinicalTrials.gov for enrollment availability.
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