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Improving Speech in Noise Perception for Individuals With Age-related Hearing Loss
Sponsor: University of Florida
Summary
Hearing loss, especially for speech perception in the presence of noise, may lead older individuals to withdraw from social situations. While hearing aids help amplify sound and are useful in many situations, they can be ineffective in noisy contexts. The proposed pilot study will evaluate taVNS for improving speech in noise perception in adults with age-related hearing loss.
Key Details
Gender
All
Age Range
55 Years - 80 Years
Study Type
INTERVENTIONAL
Enrollment
36
Start Date
2025-12-01
Completion Date
2026-07-30
Last Updated
2025-12-05
Healthy Volunteers
Yes
Conditions
Interventions
transcutaneous auricular vagus nerve stimulation
active electrical stimulation applied to the cymba conchae of the left ear
Sham Control
electrical stimulation applied to a location on the ear not innervated by the auricular vagus
Locations (1)
UF Health at the University of Florida
Gainesville, Florida, United States