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Remote Auditory Training for Cochlear Implant Users
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Led By Kassandra H Kaminskas, M.Cl.Sc.
Research Sponsored by Sunnybrook Health Sciences Centre
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Be older than 18 years old
Timeline
Screening 3 weeks
Treatment Varies
Follow Up 2 years
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Study Summary
This trial will test the feasibility of providing auditory training services remotely for people with cochlear implants. The study will also evaluate if people think this remote service is as good as in-person services.
Who is the study for?
This trial is for individuals with post-lingual hearing loss who are native English speakers, have no cognitive deficits, and can use teleconferencing. They should live over an hour away from the hospital and be willing to attend sessions with a partner. It's not for those with retro-cochlear hearing loss, additional disabilities affecting participation, prelingual hearing loss, or unrealistic expectations about cochlear implants.Check my eligibility
What is being tested?
The study tests if auditory training (AT) services via teleconference are feasible for patients far from Toronto. It involves regular remote sessions with professionals to improve listening skills using cochlear implants and assesses patient perspectives on these services compared to in-person visits.See study design
What are the potential side effects?
Since this trial focuses on auditory training through teleconferencing rather than medication or invasive procedures, traditional side effects aren't expected. Participants may experience fatigue or frustration during the learning process.
Timeline
Screening ~ 3 weeks3 visits
Treatment ~ Varies
Follow Up ~ 2 years
Screening ~ 3 weeks
Treatment ~ Varies
Follow Up ~2 years
Treatment Details
Study Objectives
Outcome measures can provide a clearer picture of what you can expect from a treatment.Primary outcome measures
Feasibility of Teleconferencing for AT Services: In house questionnaire
Secondary outcome measures
Client Oriented Scale of Improvement (COSI)
Connection reliability of telepractice services
Speech performance
+1 moreTrial Design
2Treatment groups
Experimental Treatment
Active Control
Group I: Remote AT servicesExperimental Treatment2 Interventions
Experimental group will consist of participants who access auditory therapy services from a remote location. Services will be conducted with this group via teleconferencing over the Ontario Health Network.
Group II: In House ATActive Control1 Intervention
This group will receive auditory therapy services face-to-face at the treatment site.
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Who is running the clinical trial?
Sunnybrook Health Sciences CentreLead Sponsor
656 Previous Clinical Trials
1,551,268 Total Patients Enrolled
3 Trials studying Hearing Loss
196 Patients Enrolled for Hearing Loss
Kassandra H Kaminskas, M.Cl.Sc.Principal InvestigatorSunnybrook Health Sciences Centre - Clinical Audiologist
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Eligibility Criteria:
This trial includes the following eligibility criteria:- You are worried about using technology for video calls.I am willing to bring someone with me to appointments when I can.I lost my hearing before I was two years old.You have a bone or cochlear issue that could stop the electrode from being inserted properly, as confirmed by medical exams and imaging including MRI.I currently have a middle ear infection.My hearing loss is not due to ear damage.I have had radiation treatment in the past.You started having trouble hearing after you learned to speak.I am willing to use video calls for appointments and live more than 1 hour away by car from the hospital.You have unrealistic hopes about the benefits and risks of the surgery and prosthetic device.People who have recently received a new hearing implant and may need extra help with hearing and communication.
Research Study Groups:
This trial has the following groups:- Group 1: Remote AT services
- Group 2: In House AT
Awards:
This trial has 1 awards, including:- No Placebo-Only Group - All patients enrolled in this study will receive some form of active treatment.
Timeline:
This trial has the following timeline:- Screening: It may take up to 3 Weeks to process to see if you qualify in this trial.
- Treatment: The duration you will receive the treatment varies.
- Follow Ups: You may be asked to continue sharing information regarding the trial for 6 Months after you stop receiving the treatment.
Frequently Asked Questions
These questions and answers are submitted by anonymous patients, and have not been verified by our internal team.
Is this research study open to those aged 35 or older?
"Individuals aged 18 or above but below 80 can participate in this clinical trial."
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Does this experiment still have open enrollment?
"Indeed, clinicaltrials.gov attests to the ongoing recruitment of participants for this study, which was first published on June 1st 2022 and updated most recently on May 3rd 2022. There is a need for 40 individuals at one trial site in total."
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What are the eligibility criteria for involvement in this clinical study?
"To be eligible for this research project, patients must have undergone rehabilitation and fall between the ages of 18 to 80. This trial is hoping to enroll 40 individuals in total."
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What is the total number of participants in this research endeavor?
"Correct. Clinicaltrials.gov indicates that enrollment for this medical trial is on-going, with the original post date being June 1st 2022 and the last update taking place May 3rd 2022. This research requires 40 participants to be recruited from a single location."
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