Hearing Health Matters·Press release·AI & technology·5mo agoStarkey’s Omega AI Receives AI Innovation AwardRecognition of on-device AI processing in hearing aids signals an industry trend toward real-time, privacy-preserving AI that could eventually expand hearing aid capabilities, though no peer-reviewed performance data accompany this announcement.＋Save
LW◆Living With Hearing Loss·Blog·Professional practice·5mo agoHow Attitude Shifts Can Transform Your Hearing Loss JourneyNo actionable clinical protocol change, but the post reinforces the evidence-based value of psychosocial counseling and attitude-focused rehabilitation as complements to device fitting.＋Save
PU¶PubMed·Journal article·Pediatric·5mo agoA systematic review of mHealth-based paediatric hearing screening tools/devicesmHealth screening tools show promise as low-cost alternatives for pediatric hearing screening in resource-limited settings, but evidence quality and device accuracy vary enough that clinicians should not yet replace validated EHDI equipment without further large-scale validation.＋Save
PU¶PubMed·Journal article·Vestibular·5mo agoMénière's Disease: A Tri-Decade Scoping Review of Treatment Trends and Evidence QualityTreatment evidence for Ménière's disease remains highly variable in quality; audiologists and ENT colleagues should interpret guideline recommendations cautiously until higher-quality RCTs close the evidence gaps identified.＋Save
PU¶PubMed·Journal article·Hearing aids·5mo agoEffects of Hearing Devices for Adults With Mild-to-Severe Hearing Loss: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis of Randomized Controlled TrialsThis meta-analysis of RCTs provides the strongest current evidence base for hearing device effectiveness in adults with mild-to-severe loss; audiologists can use these findings to support evidence-based device recommendation and counselling.＋Save
PU¶PubMed·Journal article·Cochlear implants·5mo agoEffect of Interaural Angular Insertion Depth Mismatch on Sound Localization in Adolescent Bilateral Cochlear Implant UsersIf the findings confirm that interaural insertion depth mismatch degrades localization, surgeons and audiologists fitting bilateral cochlear implants in adolescents should aim for symmetric insertion depth where anatomically feasible.＋Save
PU¶PubMed·Journal article·Research (general)·5mo agoBehavioral and electrophysiological findings of central auditory processing in children and adolescents undergoing musical trainingEstablishing objective electrophysiological correlates of music-related auditory benefits could eventually influence rehabilitative strategies for children with central auditory processing difficulties.＋Save
PU¶PubMed·Journal article·Vestibular·5mo agoRelationship between vestibular alterations and cognitive performance in adults and older adultsAudiologists and vestibular specialists should be alert to possible cognitive concerns in patients presenting with vestibular dysfunction, though this observational design cannot confirm a causal relationship and does not yet justify routine cognitive screening in all vestibular...＋Save
PU¶PubMed·Journal article·Tinnitus·5mo agoClinical investigation protocol for tinnitus (CIP-t): development and validation of an instrumentThe CIP-t offers a structured, validated intake tool for tinnitus assessment; clinicians who lack a standardized tinnitus protocol may consider adopting it, pending review of its full psychometric properties.＋Save
PU¶PubMed·Journal article·Tinnitus·5mo agoPrevalence and characterization of tinnitus in patients with mental disorders in the context of primary health careAudiologists seeing patients with mental health comorbidities should be alert to an elevated prevalence of tinnitus in this population; no immediate protocol change is warranted, but cross-referral pathways with mental health providers may be worth reviewing.＋Save
PU¶PubMed·Journal article·Research (general)·5mo agoEffects of executive function training on balance and auditory-cognitive dual-task performance in adults with and without hearing lossIf executive function training is shown to improve dual-task and balance performance in adults with hearing loss, audiologists may consider recommending cognitive training as a complement to hearing rehabilitation, but results should be reviewed before changing practice.＋Save
PU¶PubMed·Journal article·Research (general)·5mo agoRegulation of Tmem30b-mediated apical membrane homeostasis in auditory outer hair cells is critical for hearingIdentifying Tmem30b as a regulator of outer hair cell membrane homeostasis adds a new molecular target for potential gene therapy or drug development in hereditary or acquired hearing loss.＋Save
PU¶PubMed·Journal article·Public health & policy·5mo agoHearing/vestibular problems, racial differences, and associations with physical function impairment among breast cancer survivorsAudiologists treating breast cancer survivors should be aware that this population has elevated rates of hearing loss, tinnitus, and vestibular problems — particularly if they received ototoxic (ear-damaging) chemotherapy — and that these issues may impair physical function,...＋Save
PU¶PubMed·Journal article·Hearing aids·5mo agoEnvironmental sound perception in individuals with hearing loss: A systematic reviewNo immediate practice change; findings map the current evidence base and may highlight gaps in rehabilitation counselling on environmental sound awareness, but no specific clinical protocol change is indicated yet.＋Save
PU¶PubMed·Journal article·AI & technology·5mo agoDeep learning for discriminating cochlear malformations on temporal bone CTNo immediate practice change; the model is a research prototype and requires prospective clinical validation before it could replace or assist expert radiological review of cochlear malformations.＋Save
PU¶PubMed·Journal article·Cochlear implants·5mo agoDesign and evaluation of back-end compressors for compressed content for cochlear implant usersNo immediate practice change; findings are relevant to device signal processing engineers and could eventually inform streaming settings in future cochlear implant sound processors, but no clinician-adjustable protocol exists yet.＋Save
PU¶PubMed·Journal article·Vestibular·5mo agoFacial skeleton displacement in non-syndromic brachycephalyUnderstanding facial skeleton distortion in craniosynostosis is relevant to multidisciplinary surgical planning teams that may include audiologists managing associated conductive hearing loss.＋Save
PU¶PubMed·Journal article·Pediatric·5mo agoDeveloping the Hungarian version of the MATCH test from the original German language: an evidence-based protocol for the translation, cultural adaptation and validation of paediatric speech audiometry tests from one language into anotherEstablishing a rigorous cross-language adaptation protocol for paediatric speech audiometry tests addresses a global need for linguistically valid hearing assessment tools in under-resourced language communities.＋Save
PU¶PubMed·Journal article·Tinnitus·5mo agoEducational Counseling for Tinnitus Management: A Scoping Review of Intervention Structure, Content, and OutcomesEducational counseling for tinnitus appears beneficial but this scoping review cannot specify optimal session number, content, or delivery format; clinicians should await higher-quality comparative trials before standardizing protocols.＋Save
PU¶PubMed·Journal article·Clinical audiology·5mo agoMild but Not Minor: Reconsidering Clinical Practice and Tinnitus-Related Aspects of Mild Hearing LossClinicians should reconsider a 'watch-and-wait' approach for mild hearing loss, as this review supports earlier intervention with conventional hearing aids given documented impacts on communication and quality of life.＋Save
PU¶PubMed·Journal article·Cochlear implants·5mo agoA Review of the Clinical Applicability of Neurotrophins in Cochlear ImplantationIf neurotrophin delivery can be safely integrated with cochlear implantation, it could meaningfully improve hearing nerve survival and long-term implant outcomes.＋Save
PU¶PubMed·Journal article·Public health & policy·5mo agoExtended High-Frequency Audiometry Outcomes in Generation Z With Electronic Noise ExposureExtended high-frequency audiometry may detect early noise-induced hearing damage in young patients that standard audiometry misses; consider incorporating it into clinical screening for Gen Z patients with significant recreational noise exposure.＋Save
The Hearing Matters Podcast·Podcast·5mo agoWhy You Struggle to Hear in Noisy Situations | Cognitive LoadSend us Fan Mail You know that feeling when you can hear someone talking, but the words won’t land, especially once you sit down in a loud restaurant? I’m Blaise Delfino, and I’m breaking down why that frustration is real and why it’s usually not about “turning it up.” Hearing...＋Save
AU★AudiologyOnline·Product announcement·AI & technology·5mo ago· press releaseStarkey’s Ground-Breaking Omega AI Receives AI Innovation AwardAI-driven hearing aids are an emerging area of competition in audiology, and award recognition signals continued manufacturer investment in on-device AI processing.＋Save
AudiologyOnline·Product announcement·Hearing aids·5mo ago· press releasePhonak Virto™ R Infinio Earns 2026 Red Dot Award for Product DesignDesign-quality recognition for in-the-ear hearing aids may influence patient acceptance and adoption, which is a practical consideration for dispensing audiologists.＋Save
Hearing Tracker·Industry news·AI & technology·5mo agoStarkey’s Groundbreaking Omega AI Receives AI Innovation AwardIndustry award recognition for hearing aid AI platforms reflects the broader competitive race to embed advanced AI in consumer hearing devices, which may accelerate feature expectations among patients and clinicians.＋Save
Hearing Practitioner Australia·Sponsored·Hearing aids·5mo agoThe ear is the boss: Lessons from 23+ years of custom hearingWhile the underlying principle is well-established, clinicians should periodically review their ear impression technique — though this article offers opinion rather than new evidence.＋Save
Hearing Review·Industry news·Business & finance·5mo agoNatus Sensory Revives Otometrics Brand for Hearing and Balance PortfolioReviving the Otometrics brand signals Natus Sensory's intent to consolidate and strengthen its identity in the hearing and balance diagnostics market, which may affect procurement decisions and product support expectations for clinic owners.＋Save
Hearing Practitioner Australia·Sponsored·Professional practice·5mo agoFrom clinic to leadership: Meaningful career progression at Bloom Hearing SpecialistsStaff retention and internal career pathways are increasingly important for audiology clinic operators facing workforce shortages.＋Save
