PU¶PubMed·Journal article·Cochlear implants·8w agoIambic Production Advantage and Unbiased Recognition in Word Learning by Mandarin-Speaking Children with Cochlear ImplantsFindings are preliminary and specific to Mandarin-speaking pediatric CI users; no immediate change to word-learning or rehabilitation protocols is warranted, though the stress-pattern production advantage may inform future language therapy approaches.＋Save
PU¶PubMed·Journal article·Vestibular·8w agoVestibular Involvement in Systemic Autoimmune and Rheumatologic Diseases: A Systematic Review and GRADE-Based AssessmentAudiologists and vestibular specialists should screen patients with systemic autoimmune or rheumatologic diseases for vestibular dysfunction, as this review provides GRADE-assessed evidence supporting the association; specific protocol changes depend on the individual disease...＋Save
PU¶PubMed·Journal article·Cochlear implants·8w agoOutcomes of Bonebridge Implantation in 10 Patients with Rare Genetic Syndromes and Difficult AnatomyThis small case series suggests Bonebridge implantation is feasible in patients with rare genetic syndromes and complex anatomy, but the evidence is too limited to change standard selection criteria; case-by-case surgical planning remains essential.＋Save
PU¶PubMed·Journal article·Vestibular·8w agoGeriatric Migraine, Geroscience, and Sustainable Development Goals: Bridging Clinical Complexity and Public Health PrioritiesWhile migraine has vestibular manifestations (e.g., vestibular migraine) relevant to audiologists, this review focuses on the broader geriatric and public health framing with limited direct audiology implications.＋Save
PU¶PubMed·Journal article·Clinical audiology·8w agoPostauricular Muscle Reflex as a Potential Objective Measure of Auditory Function in Normal-Hearing AdultsEstablishing a standardized PAMR measurement protocol could add a new objective, non-behavioural tool to the audiologist's test battery, particularly valuable for patients who cannot cooperate with traditional hearing tests.＋Save
PU¶PubMed·Journal article·Vestibular·8w agoThe Japanese version of the visual vertigo analogue scale: Reliability and validityAudiologists and vestibular clinicians seeing Japanese-speaking patients can consider the Japanese Visual Vertigo Analogue Scale a valid and reliable screening tool, consistent with its English-language parent measure.＋Save
PU¶PubMed·Journal article·Tinnitus·8w agoAltered ABR Waveform Patterns in Tinnitus Patients With Normal Full-Frequency Hearing May Be Induced by Abnormal Middle Ear Muscle Activity Via the Trigeminal Nerve SystemIdentifying a neurophysiological mechanism linking middle ear muscle activity and tinnitus in normal-audiogram patients could open new diagnostic and therapeutic targets for a notoriously difficult-to-treat condition.＋Save
PU¶PubMed·Journal article·Tinnitus·8w agoEffects of Composite Air Pollution and Genetic Susceptibility on Tinnitus Risk: A Large Population-Based StudyNo immediate change to clinical practice is warranted, but audiologists should be aware that air pollution exposure is emerging as an environmental risk factor for tinnitus, which may inform patient history-taking.＋Save
PU¶PubMed·Journal article·Clinical audiology·8w agoBeyond the audiogram: tone decay as audiological marker for disproportional loss of speech intelligibilityAudiologists should consider adding tone decay testing to their battery for patients whose speech intelligibility is disproportionately poor relative to their pure-tone audiogram, as it may reveal retrocochlear or neural contributions not captured by threshold alone.＋Save
PU¶PubMed·Journal article·Vestibular·8w agoCorrelation between residual dizziness after repositioning of benign paroxysmal positional vertigo and motion sickness: an observational studyIf the study finds a significant link, audiologists and vestibular clinicians should consider screening for motion sickness history before BPPV repositioning to better counsel patients on residual dizziness risk — but results must be reviewed before changing practice.＋Save
Beyond the Decibels·Podcast·Cochlear implants·8w agoRené Gifford, PhD: What is the Cochlear Care Consensus?Dr. René Gifford discusses the development and significance of the Cochlear Care Consensus, a collaborative framework aimed at standardizing and improving cochlear implant patient care, on Cochlear North America's Beyond the Decibels podcast.＋Save
Hear Us Out·Podcast·Accessibility·8w agoLily Vakili Unplugged Sound, Music and StoriesSinger-songwriter Lily Vakili discusses her creative process, personal experiences, and the stories behind her music in a hearing-health podcast episode.＋Save
MedWatch·Industry news·Hearing aids·8w agoDemant launches Oticon Zeal through retail channels in the USInclusion of a new hearing aid in the VA contract significantly expands its reach to one of the largest publicly funded hearing healthcare populations in the US.＋Save
MedWatch·Industry news·Business & finance·8w agoEQT has selected banks for a potential IPO of WS AudiologyA potential WS Audiology IPO would be one of the largest events in the hearing industry's financial history, potentially reshaping investment and competitive dynamics across the sector.＋Save
AU★AudiologyOnline·Product announcement·Hearing aids·8w ago· press releaseStarkey Expands Advanced Hearing Technology Access to Government Services with Latest Omega AI EnhancementsBringing AI-enhanced hearing aid features into government service channels could improve hearing care access and device capability for a large, often underserved federal patient population.＋Save
AudiologyOnline·Product announcement·Hearing aids·8w ago· press releaseSignia Expands Integrated Xperience (IX) Portfolio for VA Audiologists with Comprehensive Custom and Instant-Fit SolutionsExtending the IX portfolio into federal procurement broadens fitting flexibility for audiologists serving veterans and other government-covered patients at scale.＋Save
University of Michigan School of Public Health·Journal article·Research (general)·8w agoApple Hearing Study Results Highlight the Importance of Apple Hearing Test and Hearing Aid FeaturesThe study reinforces known links between noise exposure and hearing loss at population scale; clinicians should continue counseling patients on hearing protection, but await full peer-reviewed publication before altering specific screening or treatment protocols.＋Save
Johns Hopkins Medicine·Blog·Research (general)·8w agoJohns Hopkins Professor Leads Efforts to Restore Hearing Using Gene TherapyGene therapy for hearing restoration is one of the most closely watched frontiers in audiology, and progress in animal models moves the field a step closer to potential human treatments.＋Save
Hearing Tracker·Other·Professional practice·8w agoFuture of Hearing Healthcare Conference Returns for 6th Year on May 13, 20, and 27Annual professional conferences like this one serve as key venues for disseminating emerging evidence, technology trends, and policy changes across the audiology community.＋Save
Hearing Tracker·Product announcement·Hearing aids·8w 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
Doctor Cliff, AuD·Video·Clinical audiology·8w agoYour Hearing Aids Are Programmed WRONG… Here’s Proof | DrCliffAuD VLOG 316Vlog episode using a real patient case shared by Dr. Scot Frink to demonstrate why Real Ear Measurement is essential for proper hearing aid programming.＋Save
Treble Health YouTube·Video·Tinnitus·8w 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·8w 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)·8w 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·8w 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·8w 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·8w 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·2mo 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·2mo 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
