Living With Hearing Loss·Blog·Accessibility·7w agoWhat Motherhood Taught Me About Hearing LossFirst-person patient narratives like this can help audiologists better understand the emotional and family-centered dimensions of hearing loss, which may inform more empathetic counseling.+Save
PU¶PubMed·Journal article·Vestibular·7w agoLabyrinthine hemorrhage: practical lessons from a rare cause of acute vestibular syndromeClinicians evaluating acute vestibular syndrome (sudden dizziness with balance disruption) should keep labyrinthine hemorrhage in the differential, especially when simultaneous sudden sensorineural hearing loss is present, as MRI with FLAIR/T1 sequences is needed for diagnosis;...+Save
PU¶PubMed·Journal article·Research (general)·7w agoVenous sinus stenting in idiopathic intracranial hypertension: a systematic review of an emerging intervention with favorable outcomes but unresolved standardizationVenous sinus stenting shows favorable outcomes for IIH-related pulsatile tinnitus and hearing symptoms, but lack of standardized patient-selection criteria and procedural protocols means audiologists should refer IIH cases to specialist neurology/neurosurgery teams rather than...+Save
PU¶PubMed·Journal article·Clinical audiology·7w agoPathophysiologic phenotyping of idiopathic sudden sensorineural hearing loss: toward precision managementThis conceptual framework for phenotyping idiopathic sudden SNHL is promising but not yet validated in clinical trials; audiologists and ENT clinicians should follow emerging guidelines rather than changing corticosteroid protocols now, but awareness of precision-medicine...+Save
PU¶PubMed·Journal article·Cochlear implants·7w agoMeasurement properties and clinical interpretability of a Japanese-language version of the remote check system in cochlear implant usersFindings are too preliminary and context-specific (Japanese-language adaptation) to recommend broad practice change; clinics serving Japanese-speaking cochlear implant users should monitor this validation work before adopting J-RC as a routine remote monitoring tool.+Save
PU¶PubMed·Journal article·Vestibular·7w agoSimple methods for determining the affected side and performing otolith repositioning in cases of lateral semicircular canal-benign paroxysmal positional vertigo-canalolithiasis: Healthy-ear-down 135° maneuver and affected-ear-down 135° maneuverClinicians managing lateral canal BPPV canalolithiasis should review this study's proposed maneuvers as potential simple alternatives for side identification and repositioning, but await independent replication before replacing established protocols such as the Gufoni or BBQ...+Save
PU¶PubMed·Journal article·Clinical audiology·7w agoResults of surgical treatment of pathology of the internal auditory canalSurgical outcomes data for internal auditory canal pathology remain scarce, and this study adds to a limited evidence base that guides complex otologic (ear-related) surgical decisions.+Save
PU¶PubMed·Journal article·Tinnitus·7w agoValidation of Russian version of Tinnitus Catastrophizing ScaleClinicians working with Russian-speaking tinnitus patients now have a validated psychometric tool (Tinnitus Catastrophizing Scale) available, though adopting it requires access to the full validated instrument and norms.+Save
PU¶PubMed·Journal article·Tinnitus·7w agoTinnitus compensation strategies based on the current neuroplasticity theories (systematic review)Clinicians should be aware that neuroplasticity-based compensation strategies for tinnitus are being systematically reviewed, but widespread practice changes should await individual strategy-level evidence synthesis from the full paper.+Save
PU¶PubMed·Journal article·Clinical audiology·7w agoA clinical case of a neoplasm of chondrogenic origin in the area of the apex of the pyramid of the temporal bone in a childChondrogenic neoplasms at the temporal bone apex are exceptionally rare in children, and this case adds to a very sparse literature that can guide recognition and management timelines.+Save
PU¶PubMed·Journal article·Clinical audiology·7w agoSchwannoma Presenting as an Asymptomatic Postauricular MassClinicians should include schwannoma in the differential diagnosis for asymptomatic postauricular masses, but this single case report provides no evidence to change established diagnostic or management protocols.+Save
PU¶PubMed·Journal article·Clinical audiology·7w agoAge-Related Hearing Loss and Cognition: The Role of BilingualismNo immediate practice change is warranted; findings are preliminary and the causal relationship between bilingualism, age-related hearing loss, and cognitive protection has not been established — audiologists should monitor this emerging research area.+Save
PU¶PubMed·Journal article·Public health & policy·7w agoIntegrating Physical Therapy into Primary Care to Enhance Veteran Access to Healthcare: Findings from the Veterans Health Administration's PACT-PT ProgramWhile outside core audiology practice, this VA integrated-care model demonstrates a system-level framework that could inspire similar primary care integration efforts for hearing health services in veteran populations.+Save
PU✚PubMed·Clinical trial·Research (general)·7w agoTrampoline exercise reduces anxiety and improves motor skills in children with autism spectrum disorder: A randomized controlled trialWhile outside core audiology, findings on non-pharmacological interventions for autism-related anxiety and motor difficulties are marginally relevant to audiologists who manage children with ASD who may also have auditory processing or hearing concerns.+Save
PU¶PubMed·Journal article·Vestibular·7w agoAcupuncture-based therapy for orthostatic hypotension after cervical spinal cord injury: a case reportThis report has no meaningful relevance to audiology or hearing care; it appears in this feed likely due to an indexing or feed miscategorisation.+Save
PU¶PubMed·Journal article·Vestibular·7w agoGross-total resection of Koos grade IV sporadic pediatric-spectrum vestibular schwannoma: A case report and review of the literatureVestibular schwannomas in paediatric patients without neurofibromatosis type 2 are rare; this single case adds to the limited literature but does not change standard audiological monitoring or referral protocols.+Save
PU¶PubMed·Journal article·Research (general)·7w agoSphenoidal diploic arteriovenous fistula with cortical venous reflux: A case reportAwareness of rare intracranial vascular abnormalities like diploic arteriovenous fistulas is marginally relevant to audiologists, as pulsatile tinnitus can be a presenting symptom warranting urgent neurovascular referral.+Save
MedWatch·Financial report·Business & finance·7w agoWS Audiology maintains guidance after positive Q2 growthWS Audiology's financial trajectory signals broader market health and hints at upcoming product launches that could affect device availability and competition in hearing care.+Save
AudiologyOnline·Product announcement·Hearing aids·7w ago· press releaseSignia Introduces Active Mini IX: The World’s Smallest Ready-to-Wear ITE Hearing Aid with the Full Power of the Integrated Xperience (IX) PlatformThe miniaturisation of ready-to-wear ITE hearing aids expands the over-the-counter and entry-level fitting landscape, potentially increasing patient access but also raising counselling considerations for hearing care professionals.+Save
Hearing Health Matters·Podcast·Accessibility·7w agoAI Meets Accessibility: Improving Communication Beyond Traditional CaptionsGael Hannan interviews InnoCaption COO Paul Lee about the company's AI-driven captioning innovations aimed at improving phone and video communication accessibility for people with hearing loss.+Save
Hearing Review·Journal article·Research (general)·7w agoMeta-Earplugs Use Helmholtz Resonators to Address Low-Frequency Noise and the Occlusion EffectIf validated in real-world hearing conservation settings, meta-earplugs combining low-frequency attenuation with occlusion-effect reduction could meaningfully improve compliance with hearing protection devices — a persistent challenge in audiology and occupational health.+Save
Starkey Hearing YouTube·Video·7w agoDaymond John on Better Hearing Month: Why He Wears Starkey Omega AI Hearing AidsBetter Hearing Month is a reminder that hearing health impacts every part of life, from communication to confidence to connection. In this video, entrepreneur Daymond John shares why hearing health matters to him, and why he chooses Starkey hearing aids.+Save
Katherine Bouton (Personal Site)·Blog·Cochlear implants·7w agoUnderstanding Cochlear Implants and AI Hearing AidsAccessible public education about cochlear implants, AI hearing aids, and bimodal hearing can help patients make more informed decisions and arrive at clinic appointments better prepared.+Save
Hearing Health Matters·Journal article·Vestibular·7w agoSeven-Year Study Highlights Long-Term Risks Even After Successful BPPV TreatmentAudiologists and vestibular clinicians should consider longer-term follow-up for patients with a history of BPPV, even after successful repositioning, as the condition may be associated with ongoing systemic or vestibular health risks beyond the acute episode.+Save
Audiology Worldnews·Blog·Professional practice·7w agoLimiting scope and narrowing professional identityThe debate over scope of practice directly shapes how audiology evolves as a profession and the quality of care patients ultimately receive.+Save
Hearing Tracker·Industry news·Tinnitus·7w agoNew Tinnitus Retreat for Audiology Professionals Set for June 2026Dedicated professional retreats on tinnitus signal growing demand for advanced clinician training in an area where management options and patient need continue to expand.+Save
Carly Sygrove - Hearing Loss Coach Blog·Blog·Professional practice·7w agoWhat Hearing Loss Coaching Is and How It Can HelpHearing loss coaching represents a growing peer-support model that could complement audiological care by addressing the psychosocial burden of hearing loss that clinical appointments rarely have time to cover.+Save
Doctor Cliff, AuD·Video·7w agoAdvocating for individuals with hearing lossSometimes I share the uncomfortable truths about the hearing and audiology profession online. Sometimes, the truth and my real experience with patients in my clinics makes people in my industry angry at me....+Save
Doctor Cliff, AuD·Video·7w agoIs Real Ear Measurement Overrated? | DrCliffAuD VLOG 317I’ve heard people say that Real Ear Measurement is overrated… and honestly, I understand why they think that. In this video, I break down one of the biggest misconceptions in hearing healthcare and explain why Real Ear Measurement (REM) is still one of the most important tools...+Save