Noise-induced Hearing Loss and Tinnitus Clinical Trial
— gildeaf1Official title:
Pilot Study of an Intervention Among Young People to Prevent Noise-induced Hearing Loss and Tinnitus
In 1986 The Medical Research Council estimated that 4 million UK adolescents were at risk of
hearing damage from over-exposure to loud music from personal audio players (PAPs), gigs,
clubs, pubs and festivals. Since that time social noise exposure is estimated to have
tripled to 19% of young people. The European Commission commissioned a report that estimated
5-10% of personal audio player users are risking permanent hearing loss and tinnitus by
listening to music at high volumes for more than 1 hour a day for 5 years or more. Up to 246
million PAPs were sold in Europe in 2008, and 200 million mobile phones, many of which now
have built-in audio players. Nevertheless, a recent survey showed that only 8% of young
people identify hearing loss as a health problem. The Royal National Institute for the Deaf
(RNID) undertook two surveys of young people in the UK to analyse listening behaviours as
part of their "Don't Lose the Music" campaign. As a consequence they offer listening advice
given by flyers at events and online at the dedicated website. There have been no studies to
confirm if such advice is effective in reducing noise exposure.
Aim: This study will pilot a methodology for a randomised controlled trial to test the
effectiveness of a publically-available online video in changing the listening habits of
young music lovers i.e. reduce the volume and number of hours of exposure.
Hypothesis: A video and adapted sound track demonstrating the experience of noise-induced
hearing loss and tinnitus accessed online will change the listening habits of 18-25
year-olds.
Status | Completed |
Enrollment | 65 |
Est. completion date | November 2009 |
Est. primary completion date | October 2009 |
Accepts healthy volunteers | Accepts Healthy Volunteers |
Gender | Both |
Age group | 18 Years to 25 Years |
Eligibility |
Inclusion criteria: - between 18 and 25 years of age - used a portable listening device this year - normal hearing - no family history of hearing loss starting before 60 years of age Exclusion criteria: - recurrent or recent hearing loss, tinnitus or ear disease - hearing loss beginning before 60 years of age in an immediate member of family |
Allocation: Randomized, Endpoint Classification: Efficacy Study, Intervention Model: Single Group Assignment, Masking: Single Blind (Outcomes Assessor), Primary Purpose: Prevention
Country | Name | City | State |
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United Kingdom | London School of Hygiene and Tropical Medicine | London |
Lead Sponsor | Collaborator |
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London School of Hygiene and Tropical Medicine | University of Cambridge, University of Liverpool |
United Kingdom,
Type | Measure | Description | Time frame | Safety issue |
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Primary | Reduction in Dangerous Listening Behaviour Defined as Weekly Personal Noise Exposure in dB (LEPD) | Weekly average over the previous month | 1 months | No |
Secondary | Reduction in Dangerous Listening Behaviour Defined as Daily Personal Noise Exposure in dB (LEPD) :to be Safe This Should Total Less Than 80dB | Daily average over the previous month | 1 months | No |