FITTING & CARE
Diagnostics
In the Trenches, Part 1: Screening Tests for Patients with Dizziness
A dozen quick and effective screening tests that can be added to your armamentarium when screening patients for vestibular-related problems.
Tech Topic
Improved Hearing with a New Discreet Micro-in-the-Canal Hearing Instrument
A new micro-in-the-canal hearing aid has been designed with simplicity, comfort, cosmetics in mind for the patient, as well as exceptional sound quality, first-fit acceptance, and easy fittings.
Marketing
Turning Returns into Relationships: Rewards for "Being on the Patient's Side"
Returns happen. Here is a look at why it's vital for both our profession and your business to ensure that customers who return their hearing aids leave your office with a positive feeling.
Tech Topic
Measure and Intervene: An In-Ear Dosimetry Method That Can Change an OSHA Violation—and Internal Attitudes
A system designed to provide real-time information for hearing conservation program managers so they can intervene before occupational noise-induced hearing loss occurs.
Research Roundup
ReSound Launches Unite Mini Microphone and ClearPath iPad App
At AAA in Boston, ReSound showcased the new Unite Mini Microphone, as well as ClearPath, ReSound's first iPad application, designed to help audiologists and dispensers during the patient counseling process.
3/28/2012
75% of Tinnitus Patients Benefited in Acoustic CR Neuromodulation Trial
A clinical trial led by Professor Peter Tass at Jlich Research Center in Germany reports that a non-invasive technique known as Acoustic CR Neuromodulation benefited 75% of patients. The results were published in Restorative Neurology and Neuroscience.
3/21/2012
First National Guideline for Sudden Hearing Loss Is Now Available
The first national treatment guideline for sudden hearing loss has finally been published in the journal Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery.
3/20/2012
European Study: New Internet-Based Therapy Relieves Persistent Tinnitus
A German-Swedish study shows that Internet-based self-help training for patients with moderate to severe tinnitus is as successful as group therapy.
3/12/2012
Marine Corps Now Requires Yearly Hearing Test for All Service Members
According to an article published in the Marine Times, all active duty Marines will now be required to have annual hearing tests. The mandate includes noncombat troops who may also be exposed to loud noises.
1/23/2012
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