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

Launched by MED-EL CORPORATION · Jun 11, 2025

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ClinConnect Summary

This clinical trial is exploring how well a new Bluetooth streaming feature works for people who use a MED-EL cochlear implant in one ear and a Starkey hearing aid in the other. The study aims to find out if this new way of streaming sound directly to both devices improves sound quality and user satisfaction, making listening easier and more enjoyable.

To take part, you need to have a MED-EL cochlear implant and a compatible Starkey hearing aid, along with a smartphone that can run the AudioKey app. Participants should be comfortable using Bluetooth streaming or interested in trying it. During the study, you will be asked to use the streaming feature and complete surveys using your phone or computer to share your experience. This trial is not yet recruiting, but if you meet these requirements, you might be eligible to help researchers learn how to improve hearing technology for people like you.

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Eligibility criteria

• 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