HASA Participates in Cochlear Implant Research Study
Research Study on Benefits of Post-Implantation Training
Invites Adult Cochlear Implant Users to Participate
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What is the study's purpose?
This study is looking at the effectiveness of training for adults who have received cochlear implants to determine whether a special training program can help cochlear implant users improve their understanding of speech and communication in daily life. Participating in this study may improve your communication ability, further knowledge in this area, and help determine the best training method for cochlear implant users.
Who can participate?
You may be eligible to participate in this study if you meet all of the following requirements:
- You are 18 years of age or older.
- You have had your cochlear implant between 3 months and 3 years.
- You are fluent in English.
When and Where?
Participation will require 8 weekly visits (90 minutes each) scheduled at your convenience. There will be two follow-up visits; one at 2 months and one at 6 months following the last training session (also running 90 minutes each). Training sessions are now available at The Hearing and Speech Agency.
To Enroll in this Study:
Please contact Claire Bernstein, Ph.D.
Research Audiologist, Gallaudet University
(202) 448-7204
CITrainingStudy@hearingresearch.org
This study has been approved by the Institutional Review Boards at Gallaudet University and The George Washington University. Identifying information will be kept confidential.