PEDIATRICS & IMPLANTS
Invisible Hearing Loss Among Obvious Multiple Disabilities, Part 2: The Case of the Missing Hearing Aids
Two case studies of children with multiple disabilities who were fitted with hearing aids at an early age but no longer use the devices. The article suggests a critical need for long-term follow-up for this special population.
Invisible Hearing Loss Among Obvious Multiple Disabilities, Part 1: Ensuring Auditory Care
Two case studies that suggest a critical need for audiological follow-up in children whose parents might be overwhelmed by other obvious visible disabilities and thus may pay insufficient attention to hearing loss and hearing aids.
INNOVATIONS IN TECHNOLOGY
Pediatric Amplification
Is today's advancing functionality a case of too much of a good thing?
Shifting Paradigms: Bone Anchored Hearing Systems
Evidence suggests that, for some patient populations, bone anchored hearing systems are the primary or preferred treatment of choice over other options.
What Your Mother Never Told You About Earmold Acoustic Formulae
A fun and informative look at the principles behind earmold acoustics, including venting, acoustic resistance, and flaring of earmold tubing—particularly as they relate to mini-BTEs.
Research
Temporary Hearing Deprivation In Childhood Can Lead To 'Lazy Ear'
Development of the auditory cortex is quite vulnerable if it does not receive appropriate stimulation at just the right time.
3/19/2010
ASHA Urges FCC to Consider Potential Negative Impact of Entertainment Media on Children's Hearing, Communication Development
Studies show that even a mild hearing loss due to excessive noise can lead to delays in speech and language development, affecting a student's ability to pay attention in the classroom.
3/18/2010
FDA Approves Envoy's Novel, Fully Implantable Prosthetic Hearing Restoration Device
The company says the FDA chose an expedited review process, noting that the device represents a breakthrough technology.
3/17/2010
Hearing Coalition Continues to Oppose Hearing Aid Tax
Congress works to reconcile House and Senate health care reform proposals.
3/12/2010
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