Cochlear implant survey

We’ve been contacted by Nottingham University about their COACH survey looking into experiences of people who don’t currently meet the threshold for a cochlear implant.  

Imogen Parker, Clinical the Trial Manager at the Nottingham Clinical Trials Unit, said:

“At the COACH trial, we are researching whether cochlear implants or hearing aids are better at improving speech understanding in adults who do not quite meet criteria for a cochlear implant on the NHS. Currently, it is not known which are more effective and we are hoping this trial will provide an answer for it, which could influence current NHS policy and therefore ensure that the best treatment possible is offered to all people with severe hearing loss in the future.  

“In the trial, half of the people will receive a cochlear implant and the other will receive new state-of-the-art hearing aids and be asked to complete a series of questionnaires and hearing tests of a 9-month period. At the end of the trial period, all new devices are yours to keep.  

“If you would like to find out more information or are interested in taking part, please visit our website at www.coachtrial.ac.uk or email us at COACH@nottingham.ac.uk” 

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