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Benefits of Bimodal Streaming With MED-EL Cochlear Implants and Starkey Hearing Aids

Benefits of Bimodal Streaming With MED-EL Cochlear Implants and Starkey Hearing Aids

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Overview

This study will evaluate sound quality and user satisfaction with Bluetooth streaming using a new bimodal streaming option for individuals who use a MED-EL cochlear implant and Starkey hearing aid.

Description

MED-EL cochlear implant recipients who use a compatible Starkey hearing aid in the other ear will evaluate a new Bluetooth streaming option that will directly stream audio from their iOS smart device to both hearing devices. A survey will be completed after a trial with the new streaming option.

Eligibility

Inclusion Criteria:

  • Implanted with a MED-EL cochlear implant in one ear
  • Using an AudioKey compatible MED-EL audio processor
  • Using an AudioKey compatible Starkey hearing aid
  • If not using a SONNET 3 audio processor, has access to a MED-EL streaming device
  • Using a smartphone that can support the AudioKey application
  • Able to complete a survey via cellphone or computer
  • Prior experience with Bluetooth streaming or expressed motivation to Bluetooth stream to hearing devices
  • Ability to complete all study procedures including provide responses to survey questions

Exclusion Criteria:

  • Unable to provide reliable feedback
  • Unable to operate a smartphone with or without assistance

Study details
    Hearing Loss
    Sensorineural
    Sensorineural Hearing Loss
    Bilateral
    Cochlear Implant Recipients
    Asymmetric Hearing Loss

NCT07028619

Med-El Corporation

15 October 2025

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