PU¶PubMed·Journal article·Tinnitus·3mo agoPersonalized Music-Embedded Sound Therapy Based on Gating Modulation and Neural Decoupling Reduces Tinnitus Severityare promising but require replication in larger randomized controlled trials before this personalized music-embedded sound therapy approach can be recommended for routine clinical use.＋Save
PU¶PubMed·Journal article·Cochlear implants·3mo agoLanguage Learning Activities in Educational Settings Incrementally Predict Language Ability Beyond Daily Conversation in Preschoolers with Cochlear Implants: A Comparative Study with Normal-Hearing PeersAudiologists and early intervention teams should actively advocate for structured language-learning activities in educational settings for cochlear implant users, as these predict language outcomes above and beyond home conversation alone.＋Save
PU¶PubMed·Journal article·Pediatric·3mo agoDiagnosis and Management of Pediatric Ear and Vestibular DisordersNo single practice-changing finding; this is a narrative review useful for clinicians seeking a broad orientation to pediatric ear and vestibular disorder management, but it does not introduce new evidence.＋Save
PU¶PubMed·Journal article·Tinnitus·3mo agoAn Open Comparative Study on the Effectiveness of Customized and Non-Customized Sound Therapy for Tinnitus PatientsClinicians managing tinnitus patients should monitor whether customized sound therapy offers a meaningful advantage over non-customized approaches, though the open (non-blinded) design limits definitive conclusions — await stronger controlled evidence before changing protocols.＋Save
PU¶PubMed·Journal article·Vestibular·3mo agoA Sensorimotor Framework for the Neurorehabilitation of Oculomotor Dysfunction in Parkinson's DiseaseWhile peripheral to audiology, Parkinson's patients often present in balance and vestibular clinics, and understanding neurorehabilitation frameworks for their visual-motor deficits may inform multidisciplinary vestibular care.＋Save
PU¶PubMed·Journal article·Vestibular·3mo agoPeripheral Vestibular Dysfunction and Postural Control Impairments in Adolescents with Idiopathic Scoliosis: A Multimodal Clinical and Instrumental AnalysisAudiologists and vestibular specialists should be aware that adolescents presenting with idiopathic scoliosis may warrant vestibular screening, but this single study is insufficient to change standard vestibular assessment protocols.＋Save
PU¶PubMed·Journal article·Tinnitus·3mo agoTrauma-Associated Tinnitus and Hearing Loss: A Comprehensive Narrative Review of Prevalence, Risk Factors, and Clinical OutcomesThis narrative review reinforces existing awareness of acoustic trauma as a risk factor for tinnitus and hearing loss but does not introduce new evidence sufficient to change current clinical management protocols.＋Save
PU¶PubMed·Journal article·Vestibular·3mo agoComprehensive Review of Nystagmus and Vertigo Diagnostics: From Pathological Foundations to AI-Driven TelemedicineClinicians should monitor emerging AI-assisted diagnostic tools for vestibular disorders, but no currently validated AI telemedicine platform is ready for routine clinical adoption based on this review alone.＋Save
PU¶PubMed·Journal article·Vestibular·3mo agoPreinjury and Injury-Related Risk Factors Associated With Concussion Clinical Profiles Screening (CP Screen) and Clinician-Adjudicated ProfilesBetter understanding of concussion clinical profiles and their predictors could indirectly improve assessment of vestibular and auditory symptoms that commonly follow head trauma.＋Save
PU¶PubMed·Journal article·Vestibular·3mo agoPhysical Therapy for Sport-Related Concussion: A Network Meta-analysis and Systematic ReviewAudiologists managing patients with sport-related concussion and vestibulo-ocular symptoms should note that specific exercise-based physical therapy protocols show comparative effectiveness, supporting referral to physical therapy — though direct vestibular rehabilitation...＋Save
PU¶PubMed·Journal article·Pediatric·3mo agoMechanisms, prevention, and management of aminoglycoside-induced hearing loss in neonates and children: a translational reviewClinicians treating neonates and children with aminoglycosides should be aware of evidence-based monitoring and prevention strategies outlined in this review, but specific protocol changes should be evaluated against local guidelines.＋Save
PU¶PubMed·Journal article·Hearing aids·3mo agoThe effect of treating hearing loss with hearing aids on plasma biomarkers of Alzheimer's disease and related dementiasIf the study shows hearing-aid use reduces Alzheimer's-related plasma biomarkers, it would strengthen the case for early hearing rehabilitation as a potential dementia-prevention strategy, though findings should be weighed by sample size and study design before changing practice.＋Save
PU¶PubMed·Journal article·Vestibular·3mo agoEditorial: Vestibular migraine: pathophysiology, diagnosis, and managementA curated Frontiers in Neurology topic collection on vestibular migraine signals growing academic focus on a condition that frequently presents to audiologists and neurotologists and remains diagnostically challenging.＋Save
PU¶PubMed·Journal article·Research (general)·3mo agoDirect Electrical Stimulation of the OperculaThe opercular region includes auditory cortex representations, so neurophysiologists and researchers studying central auditory processing may find this mapping data peripherally relevant, though the primary audience is epilepsy surgery teams.＋Save
PU¶PubMed·Journal article·Research (general)·3mo agoA Review on the Functional Connectivity of the Human Opercular CortexThe opercular cortex contains secondary auditory areas and regions involved in speech perception; understanding its connectivity may inform future research on central auditory processing disorders, though current clinical translation is minimal.＋Save
AudiologyOnline·Industry news·Public health & policy·3mo ago100 Strong: Team Oticon Rallies for Veterans at the Flag Day 5KManufacturer community-engagement initiatives like this can raise public awareness of hearing health among veteran populations, a group at disproportionately high risk for noise-induced hearing loss.＋Save
Hearing Health Matters·Press release·Research (general)·3mo agoUSC Researchers Secure $3.7M Award to Advance Cochleoscope Development, OCT-Based Inner Ear Imaging DeviceIf successful, real-time in-vivo imaging of the inner ear could transform diagnostic precision and surgical guidance in audiology and otology.＋Save
Hearing Practitioner Australia·Other·Education & training·3mo agoPasse & Williams Foundation award round opens for ENT fellowshipsFellowship funding directly supports the development of the next generation of ENT specialists, which has downstream benefits for audiology referral networks and patient access to care.＋Save
Hearing Review·Press release·Public health & policy·3mo agoASHA and CHSA Launch “Helping You Communicate” Campaign Targeting Caregiver ChallengesRaising caregiver awareness of audiologists and SLPs could increase referrals and reduce the well-documented gap between hearing difficulty onset and help-seeking.＋Save
Hearing Practitioner Australia·Journal article·Research (general)·3mo agoAnimal kingdom shares common communication rhythm, study findsIdentifying a universal acoustic tempo across the animal kingdom could eventually inform models of how the human auditory system evolved to process speech rhythm, with long-term implications for hearing science and auditory processing research.＋Save
Hearing Tracker·Product announcement·OTC / consumer·3mo agoAudien Launches $59 Audien Shields Hearing Protection DeviceThe entry of OTC hearing aid brands into the budget hearing protection space signals further blurring of consumer and clinical hearing health categories, which may prompt patient questions in clinic.＋Save
Hearing Tracker·Product announcement·OTC / consumer·3mo agoAudien Launches $59 Audien Shields Hearing Protection DeviceAudien's move into hearing protection signals growing consumer-market competition in the hearing wellness space, which could influence patient expectations and purchasing behavior outside the clinic.＋Save
Treble Health YouTube·Video·3mo agoDoes INSURANCE cover TINNITUS TREATMENT? #tinnitus #tinnitushelp #tinnitusawareness #tinnitusreliefDr. Ben shares how insurance can help cover certain tinnitus services and treatment components. Want to learn more about our tinnitus clinic locations? Go here: 1) Charlotte NC: https://treblehealth.com/charlotte-nc/ 2) Philadelphia PA:...＋Save
Hearing Health Matters·Professional org·Clinical audiology·3mo agoJune 2026 NeuroAudiology NewsletterThe newsletter highlights hidden hearing loss — damage to inner-ear nerve connections not caught by standard hearing tests — but does not present new clinical evidence requiring a change in practice.＋Save
Audiology Worldnews·Industry news·Hearing aids·3mo agoContinued “continued growth” – Is there a more intriguing story behind 2025 hearing aid sales data?Understanding whether headline growth masks segment-level shifts (e.g., OTC vs. prescription, regional disparities) is critical for audiologists and clinic owners planning business strategy.＋Save
Starkey Hearing YouTube·Video·3mo agoThe Future of Hearing Aids? LE Audio Changes EverythingLE Audio is transforming wireless audio, and hearing aids are at the center of it. Here’s how this next-gen standard delivers better sound, lower power, and universal connectivity. Years ago, leaders in the hearing industry helped shape what’s now known as LE Audio....＋Save
Tinnitus Relief w/ Dr. Ben Thompson·Podcast·3mo agoThe 4 Stages of Tinnitus Habituation: CRITICAL Framework You Should KnowDr. Ben and Dr. Tricia explain the four stages of tinnitus relief and how patients progress from distress to habituation. They break down what each stage feels like and the most effective tools to move forward....＋Save
Hearing Health Matters·Product announcement·OTC / consumer·3mo ago· press releaseKnowles Introduces Balanced Armature Hybrid Driver Architecture for Over-Ear HeadphonesExpanding balanced armature technology into over-ear headphones signals a convergence between hearing aid acoustics and consumer audio, which could influence patient expectations and future hearing device design.＋Save
HearingTracker YouTube·Video·3mo agoCearvol Wave: Testing Results from Our AudiologistWe put Cearvol Wave through both real-world use and objective lab testing to see how they stacks up. Can these $397 hearing aids help make speech clear and how do they compare to other OTC hearing aids? Watch to find out our thoughts and hear sound samples with your own ears!...＋Save
