PU¶PubMed·Journal article·Hearing aids·8d agoInterventions to improve hearing aid use in adult auditory rehabilitation: A protocol for an updated systematic review and meta-analysisA rigorous, pre-registered update to the hearing aid adherence evidence base could meaningfully guide counseling and rehabilitation program design across clinics worldwide.＋Save
PU¶PubMed·Journal article·Research (general)·8d agoExamining Associations Between Environmental Exposures and Neurobehavioral Symptoms in Post-9/11 Veterans With a Probable History of TBINo immediate change to audiology practice is warranted; findings are associational and the audiology-specific tinnitus data are secondary to broader neurobehavioral outcomes, but the study reinforces screening for tinnitus in TBI veterans with known environmental exposures.＋Save
PU¶PubMed·Journal article·Research (general)·8d agoAdvances in biomarkers for differential diagnosis of autoimmune and autoinflammatory inner ear disordersNo immediate practice change; this is a review of emerging biomarkers not yet validated for routine clinical use, but audiologists should be aware of advancing diagnostics for autoimmune/autoinflammatory sensorineural hearing loss to facilitate timely specialist referral.＋Save
PU¶PubMed·Journal article·Vestibular·8d agoVestibular cortex-related effective connectivity signatures: characterization and differentiation of vestibular migraine patients via magnetic resonance imaging and machine learningIf validated, AI-assisted MRI connectivity mapping could provide an objective biomarker to distinguish vestibular migraine from other dizziness disorders, a long-standing diagnostic challenge.＋Save
PU¶PubMed·Journal article·Vestibular·8d agoThe Auxiliary Diagnostic Value of Microsaccades in Vestibular MigraineMicrosaccade analysis during video head impulse testing (vHIT) may add diagnostic value in vestibular migraine, but findings need replication before changing standard diagnostic protocols.＋Save
PU¶PubMed·Journal article·Vestibular·8d agoDiagnostic accuracy of the vestibular activities and participation measure subscales to detect severe handicap in individuals with vestibular dysfunctionSpecific VAP subscales may be accurate enough to screen for severe vestibular handicap in clinical settings, potentially streamlining triage without the full questionnaire — but confirm diagnostic cut-off thresholds from this study before adopting them locally.＋Save
PU¶PubMed·Journal article·Vestibular·8d agoDefining Norms, Reliability, and Thresholds for Tone Burst-Induced Masseter Vestibular-Evoked Myogenic Potential Testing Through Bone ConductionClinics using or planning to adopt bone-conduction Masseter VEMP testing can reference the norms and reliability data from this study to better interpret results, though local normative data collection is still recommended.＋Save
PU¶PubMed·Journal article·Tinnitus·8d agoImportance of Comprehensive Tinnitus Assessment: A Conceptual Analysis of International Classification of Functioning, Disability and Health (ICF)-Linked QuestionnairesHighlighting gaps in ICF coverage across tinnitus questionnaires can guide researchers and clinicians toward more holistic outcome measurement, potentially improving tinnitus care and research quality.＋Save
PU¶PubMed·Journal article·Research (general)·8d agoImpact of Treatment Intensity on Quality of Life in Patients With Metastatic Testicular CancerNo direct change to audiology practice is warranted; however, audiologists treating patients on platinum-based chemotherapy should remain vigilant for monitoring ototoxicity, as treatment intensity may influence its severity.＋Save
PU¶PubMed·Journal article·Research (general)·8d agoAn advanced automated pipeline for brain tumour segmentation on magnetic resonance imaging for gamma knife radiosurgeryAutomated MRI segmentation pipelines that improve Gamma Knife planning accuracy could reduce radiation exposure to the cochlea and auditory nerve in acoustic neuroma cases, with downstream implications for hearing preservation.＋Save
PU¶PubMed·Journal article·Public health & policy·8d agoHearing loss and healthcare expenditures in the United States: evidence of a public health market failureThis study reinforces the systemic underutilisation of hearing healthcare in the US; audiologists should be aware of access and affordability barriers that prevent patients from seeking care, as these are structural rather than individual-level issues.＋Save
PU¶PubMed·Journal article·Public health & policy·8d agoRisks and Awareness of NIHL Among Dental Students: A Scoping ReviewNo change to audiology clinical practice; however, audiologists working in occupational health may consider outreach or hearing conservation programmes targeted at dental professionals and students.＋Save
PU¶PubMed·Journal article·Vestibular·8d agoResearch and development directions in vestibular rehabilitation: a bibliometric analysisNo immediate practice change; this landscape analysis is useful for researchers identifying high-priority VRT research gaps but offers no new clinical evidence to alter current vestibular rehabilitation protocols.＋Save
PU¶PubMed·Journal article·Cochlear implants·8d agoParametric Modeling of Cochlear Electrode Arrays Using Design of Experiments and Finite Element Analysis (FEA)No immediate practice change; this is early-stage engineering research that may inform future cochlear implant electrode design but has no direct clinical protocol implication today.＋Save
PU¶PubMed·Journal article·Research (general)·8d agoMandibular Buccal Bifurcation Cyst (MBBC): A New Microsurgical and Guided Tissue Regeneration Approach-A Case ReportThis article has no meaningful relevance to the audiology field; it describes a dental surgical technique and appears to have been included in this feed in error.＋Save
PU¶PubMed·Journal article·Vestibular·8d agoVisual attention and postural stability among older adults participating in health-enhancing physical activity: a systematic reviewAudiologists managing patients with vestibular disorders and fall risk should be aware of the broader evidence linking visual attention and postural control, as it reinforces a multisensory approach to balance rehabilitation.＋Save
PU¶PubMed·Journal article·Vestibular·8d agoA Novel Descriptive Framework for Petroclival and Temporal Bone Meningioma Surgical OutcomesAudiologists involved in neuro-otology teams should be aware that a new surgical outcomes framework for petroclival and temporal bone meningiomas has been proposed, which may eventually standardize post-surgical hearing and balance assessment protocols.＋Save
Aurahear·Video·Accessibility·8d agoVideo sees National Theatre sets out its commitment to AuracastA video from aurahear.com features Phil Creighton highlighting the National Theatre's adoption of Auracast via the Williams AV Infinium system installed in London's Dorfman Theatre.＋Save
Hearing Practitioner Australia·Other·Professional practice·8d agoEssilorLuxottica Head of Audiology – Sydney, AustraliaEssilorLuxottica's recruitment of a Director-level audiology role signals the continued expansion of a major optics conglomerate into the Australian audiology market.＋Save
AudiologyOnline·Professional org·Professional practice·8d agoAmerican Academy of Audiology Announces Leadership Election ResultsLeadership transitions at the AAA shape the profession's advocacy priorities, policy positions, and strategic direction for audiologists nationwide.＋Save
Hearing Health Matters·Press release·Business & finance·8d agoSanofi Takes Equity Stake in Cilcare as Hearing Therapeutics Partnership ExpandsA major pharma player deepening its financial commitment to hearing therapeutics signals growing industry confidence that drug-based treatments for hearing loss may reach the clinic within the coming years.＋Save
Hearing Practitioner Australia·Other·Pediatric·8d agoWorld first nerve freezing technique reduces pain after ear reconstructionIf validated, nerve-freezing during rib cartilage harvest could meaningfully reduce post-operative opioid use and hospital stay for children undergoing microtia reconstruction, improving the surgical pathway for a population that overlaps with audiology care.＋Save
Hearing Practitioner Australia·Other·Telehealth·9d agoNational safety and quality standards for virtual care comingNational virtual care standards could reshape teleaudiology delivery requirements and accountability frameworks across Australia's hearing healthcare sector.＋Save
Hearing Health Matters·Blog·Accessibility·9d agoGo Where the People with Hearing Loss ArePeer community events like HLAA conventions underscore the psychosocial dimension of hearing loss care, reminding clinicians that connection and belonging are meaningful parts of patient well-being beyond the hearing aid fitting.＋Save
The Sound Sisters YouTube·Video·9d agoLeadership, loss & resilience through it all. Meet Suzanne!Bee Curious: Check out this Hearing Review article discussing how hearing health is a longevity blind spot! https://hearingreview.com/hearing-loss/health-wellness/survey-reveals-hearing-health-as-longevity-blind-spot-an-interview-with-sigurd-brandt-md＋Save
Treble Health YouTube·Video·9d agoWhat is HYPERACUSIS and how is it LINKED to TINNITUS? #tinnitus #hyperacusis #soundsensitvityDr. Ben breaks down the connection between hyperacusis, tinnitus, and the auditory system. Want to learn more about our tinnitus clinic locations? Go here: 1) Charlotte NC: https://treblehealth.com/charlotte-nc/ 2) Philadelphia PA:...＋Save
Hearing Tracker·Industry news·Business & finance·9d agoAmplifon Signs €1.35B Senior Loan to Help Finance GN Hearing AcquisitionIf completed, the Amplifon–GN Hearing merger would create one of the most vertically integrated hearing healthcare companies in the world, potentially reshaping manufacturer–retailer relationships, pricing dynamics, and brand availability for independent clinics.＋Save
Hearing Review·Product announcement·OTC / consumer·9d agoAudien Hearing Expands Into Hearing Protection With Launch of Audien ShieldsAudien's move into hearing protection signals growing OTC-brand competition in a category traditionally served by specialty manufacturers, which could affect patient purchasing behavior and counseling conversations in clinic.＋Save
Hearing Review·Journal article·Tinnitus·9d agoStudy Suggests “The Hum” Is Most Likely a Form of TinnitusAudiologists assessing patients who report unexplained low-frequency environmental sounds should consider low-frequency tinnitus as a primary diagnosis before attributing symptoms to external causes; standard tinnitus evaluation protocols are appropriate.＋Save
