CompletedNo phase
MED-EL Remote Care Multi-Center Feasibility Study
Key facts
- Who runs it
- Med-El Corporation
- Where
- Ann Arbor, Chapel Hill, and Iowa City, United StatesSee the 3 sitesAlso in 1 other country, 2 sites
- Trial code
- Status
- Completed
- People taking part
- 53 people enrolled
- Started
- 5 Nov 2024
- Ended
- 11 May 2026
- Type of study
- Interventional
- Treatments tested
- MED-EL Remote Care
- Record updated
- 31 July 2026
Who can take part
- Sex
- Women and men
- Healthy volunteers
- Can take part
The registry criteria, word for word
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Who can take part
- Implanted with at least one MED-EL cochlear implant
- ≥ 2 weeks since activation of the cochlear implant
- Availability of existing aided Pediatric/AZ Bio (quiet and/or noise) and CNC word scores, or the ability to complete these at baseline
- Utilizing a compatible audio processor in the SONNET or RONDO product lines
- Ability to complete app-based hearing assessments
- Commitment to comply with all study procedures for the duration of the study
- Access to the internet via a smartphone that meets the following requirements:
- Android or iOS operating systems
- A smartphone supporting Bluetooth® 4.2 or higher
- A minimum of 200 MB free storage space
Who cannot take part
- Unrealistic expectations regarding the possible benefits, risks, and limitations of remote cochlear implant care
- Inability or unwillingness to perform the requirements of the clinical investigation
- Inability of the subject or caregiver to demonstrate basic skills for operating a smartphone, computer, or app-based tasks after training by the investigator
Where in United States
Also in 1 other country, 2 sites
- University of MichiganAnn Arbor, United StatesNo longer taking part
- University of North CarolinaChapel Hill, United StatesNo longer taking part
- University of Iowa Hospitals and ClinicsIowa City, United StatesNo longer taking part
About the trial
What the trial wants to find out
MED-EL Remote Care is a way for MED-EL cochlear implant users to check their hearing and cochlear implant device from any location, without the need for a scheduled, in-person appointment with their audiologist. This study will assess the effectiveness, efficiencies, and useability of MED-EL Remote Care.
The group in the trial
- Remote cochlear implant supportTreatment being tested
Participants will use MED-EL Remote Care to test their hearing and device functionality. Participants and clinicians will complete user feedback surveys regarding their experience and time/cost-savings.
Treatment: MED-EL Remote Care
Data and sources
- Registry record
- Listed on ClinicalTrials.gov.
- Record updated
- 31 July 2026