Hearing Tracker·Product announcement·Hearing aids·5mo agoSignia Expands IX Portfolio for VA Audiologists with Comprehensive Custom and Instant-Fit SolutionsVA audiologists now have more fitting options within the Signia IX line; no change to clinical protocols is implied.＋Save
Treble Health YouTube·Video·Tinnitus·5mo agoTinnitus Recovery: The #1 Treatment That WORKEDTreble Health patient Bob describes reducing tinnitus distress through sound therapy and cognitive techniques in conversation with Dr. Ben, highlighting neutral thinking, stress management, and personalized tools.＋Save
PU¶PubMed·Journal article·Cochlear implants·5mo agoIntracochlear PLGA implants for simultaneous controlled release of multiple drugsControlled multi-drug delivery directly to the cochlea could eventually transform treatment of conditions like sudden hearing loss, Meniere's disease, and ototoxicity (medication-related hearing damage) by bypassing the blood-cochlear barrier.＋Save
PU¶PubMed·Journal article·Research (general)·5mo agoEnhancing speech recall and reducing cognitive load through rhythmic amplitude modulated vibrotactile stimulation in noiseFindings are preliminary and from a single study; no change to clinical practice is warranted until replicated in larger, controlled trials with hearing-impaired populations.＋Save
PU¶PubMed·Journal article·Vestibular·5mo agoEffects of ramped GVS parameter combinations on vestibular perception and their application in a Virtual Reality flight simulatorUnderstanding how GVS parameters shape vestibular perception could inform the development of more effective vestibular rehabilitation tools and immersive VR training environments.＋Save
RNID·Blog·Cochlear implants·5mo agoFinding hearing loss support through RNID Near YouThis case highlights how peer support and community services like RNID Near You can bridge gaps between diagnosis and appropriate intervention, which is relevant for audiologists managing patients who are disengaged or under-supported.＋Save
RNID·Other·Public health & policy·5mo agoBBC Radio 4 AppealHigh-profile charity campaigns on national radio can raise public awareness of hearing loss, potentially increasing the number of people seeking audiological assessment and support.＋Save
Hearing Health Matters·Industry news·Education & training·5mo agoFuture of Hearing Healthcare Conference Returns for 6th Year, Set for May 13, 20, and 27Annual virtual conferences like this serve as accessible continuing education touchpoints for a field rapidly evolving with AI, OTC hearing aids, and telehealth.＋Save
Hearing Health Matters·Sponsored·Hearing aids·5mo agoSoundGear Phantom vs. SoundGear Shield: Helping Patients Choose the Right Active Hearing ProtectionAudiologists increasingly serve patients who need active hearing protection (e.g., hunters, shooters), and product-differentiation guides — even sponsored ones — reflect growing demand for this counseling competency.＋Save
Treble Health YouTube·Video·Tinnitus·5mo agoWhat 30 Years of Tinnitus Treatment ACTUALLY Taught MeDr. Gail Brenner draws on 30 years of tinnitus treatment experience to explain connections between tinnitus, stress, anxiety, and the brain's threat response, advocating mindfulness and cognitive techniques to reduce reactivity.＋Save
PU¶PubMed·Journal article·Tinnitus·5mo agoDuration-dependent associations of sound therapy on tinnitus in hearing loss: A cross-sectional analysis of treatment duration cohortsCross-sectional design prevents causal conclusions, but findings suggest longer sound therapy exposure correlates with better tinnitus outcomes — audiologists should note this as hypothesis-generating, not yet a basis to extend treatment protocols without further controlled...＋Save
PU¶PubMed·Journal article·Tinnitus·5mo ago"Critical methodological considerations in the study of combined tDCS and counseling for chronic tinnitus"Methodological scrutiny of tinnitus intervention studies is essential before tDCS-based protocols enter routine clinical practice, as premature adoption could waste resources or harm patients.＋Save
PU¶PubMed·Journal article·Public health & policy·5mo agoFalls prevention for older adults in outdoor public spaces: an interdisciplinary Delphi consensus on risks, actions, and barriersFalls in older adults are a leading cause of injury and are linked to balance and vestibular dysfunction, making interdisciplinary consensus on prevention strategies tangentially relevant to audiologists who manage vestibular disorders.＋Save
PU¶PubMed·Journal article·Vestibular·5mo agoTraining frontline providers: a survey analysis of the advanced vestibular physical therapist certificate program's impact on clinical practiceAudiologists involved in vestibular rehabilitation or interprofessional practice may find value in this evidence that specialised vestibular PT certification improves frontline provider competency, supporting the case for advanced credentialing in multidisciplinary dizziness...＋Save
RNID·Blog·Research (general)·5mo agoWhat our eyes reveal about the effort of listeningmeasurement of listening effort (the mental energy used to follow conversations in noise) could close a significant gap in audiology assessment, where patients report fatigue and difficulty not captured by conventional hearing tests.＋Save
The Hearing Journal Podcast·Podcast·5mo agoAI Virtual Patients in Audiology Education: Student and Educator PerspectivesIn this episode of The Hearing Journal Podcast, Dr. Barbra H. B. Timmer, PhD, discusses AI Virtual Patients in Audiology Education: Student and Educator Perspectives.＋Save
The Hearing Journal Podcast·Podcast·AI & technology·5mo agoAI Virtual Patients in Audiology Education: Student and Educator PerspectivesDr. Barbra Timmer examines the use of AI virtual patients in audiology education, presenting perspectives from both students and educators on this emerging training tool.＋Save
Hearing Health Matters·Press release·Hearing aids·5mo agoOticon Expands VA Portfolio with Zeal, Intent miniBTE R, and Verit Hearing AidsAudiologists working within the VA system can now prescribe three additional Oticon models; no change to fitting protocols or clinical decision-making is required.＋Save
Hearing Health Matters·Press release·Public health & policy·5mo agoADA, WSA and KAA Partner on Kentucky Hearing Health Awareness CampaignIndustry-professional partnerships for state-level hearing health campaigns can broaden public awareness and potentially increase patient referral volumes for Kentucky audiologists.＋Save
Hearing Tracker·Industry news·Hearing aids·5mo agoOticon Zeal Wins Red Dot Design AwardContinued design recognition for hearing aids underscores the industry's investment in reducing the social stigma associated with visible hearing devices.＋Save
Treble Health YouTube·Video·Tinnitus·5mo agoThe Tinnitus Mistake You Don’t NoticeDr. Ben of Treble Health identifies a common but overlooked tinnitus management mistake and offers a smarter approach to symptom management, promoting clinic locations.＋Save
Hearing Health Matters·Press release·Hearing aids·5mo agoStarkey Brings New Omega AI Enhancements to Government Services PortfolioExpanding advanced AI hearing aid features to the U.S. Government Services channel, which serves a large veteran population with high rates of hearing loss, could meaningfully increase access to modern amplification technology for underserved patients.＋Save
Doctor Cliff, AuD·Video·Hearing aids·5mo agoThese Hearing Aids Keep You ACTIVE (Even on the Pickleball Court 😂)Promotional-style video highlighting hearing aids suited for active lifestyles, emphasizing how untreated hearing loss leads to social withdrawal.＋Save
Starkey Hearing YouTube·Video·5mo agoThe Hidden Impact of Military Service on HearingMilitary service can have a lasting impact on hearing health. In this clip, we reflect on veterans who served our country and later experience difficulty hearing the people they love most — spouses, children, grandchildren, and family members....＋Save
Hearing Review·Journal article·Research (general)·5mo agoGene Therapy for Inherited Deafness Shows Lasting Hearing RestorationAudiologists treating patients with OTOF-related deafness (a genetic condition causing the inner ear's sound-signalling cells to malfunction) should be aware this therapy may represent a future treatment pathway, but it remains investigational — no change to routine clinical...＋Save
RNID·Other·Public health & policy·5mo agoRNID – National hearing loss charityRNID's scale of reach across 18 million UK deaf and hard-of-hearing people makes its awareness campaigns relevant context for audiologists engaging with patient communities.＋Save
Doctor Cliff, AuD·Video·Business & finance·5mo agoWhy Did Phonak Hearing Aids Leave Costco?Dr. Cliff recounts the history of Phonak's 2014 entry into Costco retail channels and the subsequent withdrawal of the brand by parent company Sonova in the early 2020s.＋Save
The Hearing Matters Podcast·Podcast·5mo agoAuditory Fatigue And The Real Reason Speech Sounds Blurry In NoiseSend us Fan Mail Restaurants are the perfect stress test for your ears and your brain. The second you add distance, multiple talkers, and reverberation, conversation stops being “just listening” and becomes constant filtering....＋Save
PU¶PubMed·Journal article·Clinical audiology·5mo agoExtended high-frequency audiometry in battlefield acoustic trauma: diagnostic value and steroid treatment outcomesExtended high-frequency audiometry may improve early detection of noise-induced hearing damage in acute battlefield trauma cases; steroid treatment outcomes data here could inform protocols for military audiology, though clinical translation depends on full study design and...＋Save
