University of Florida | How is your Hearing Related to Your balance Research Study » ElderCare of Alachua County

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Research recruitment flyer from the University of Florida Vestibular Sciences and Balance Lab titled “How is your hearing related to your balance?” (Study ID: IRB#202401697). The study seeks adults ages 50 to 70 to participate in research evaluating the function of the hearing and balance systems within the inner ear. Eligibility requires no history of ear disorder, balance disorder, neurologic disorder, or systemic disease. The study involves one visit including a hearing test, inner ear balance assessment, and balance test. Participants receive a $50 gift card upon completion. For contact and registration, reach out to Elizabeth Tobener, PhD, AuD, Principal Investigator, at 352-273-9215 or vsbl@phhp.ufl.edu
. The study is located at the Vestibular Sciences and Balance Lab, 1395 Center Drive, University of Florida. The flyer includes a QR code for registration and a photo of a person balancing outdoors.

The University of Florida Vestibular Sciences and Balance Lab is looking for volunteers from our community to participate in an important research study exploring how aging affects the inner ear balance system.

This study helps researchers better understand how hearing and balance work together as we age—and your participation can help advance important health knowledge.

Who Can Participate?

You may be eligible if you:

• Are between the ages of 50–70

• Have no history of ear disorders, balance disorders, neurological disorders, or systemic disease.

What Does Participation Involve?

Participants will complete one study visit that includes:

• A hearing test

• An inner ear balance assessment

• A balance test

The visit takes place at the UF Vestibular Sciences and Balance Lab.

Participant Appreciation

Participants will receive a $50 Amazon gift card upon completion of the study.

Study Location

Vestibular Sciences and Balance Lab | 1395 Center Drive University of Florida

Interested in Participating?

Contact the research team to learn more or sign up:

Elizabeth Tobener, PhD, AuD | Principal Investigator

352-273-9215 | vsbl@phhp.ufl.edu

We are always proud to partner with University of Florida researchers who are working to improve health and wellness in our community. If you or someone you know may be interested, please consider participating or sharing this opportunity!