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Acupuncture effect on neurosensory deafness.

S K Yarnell, G W Waylonis, T L Rink

    Archives of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation
    |April 1, 1976
    PubMed
    Summary

    Acupuncture did not significantly improve hearing in patients with bilateral neurosensory deafness. Objective audiometric tests showed no measurable hearing gains after a course of treatment on one ear.

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    Area of Science:

    • Audiology
    • Integrative Medicine
    • Neurology

    Background:

    • Bilateral neurosensory deafness presents challenges for objective assessment.
    • Acupuncture is explored as a potential intervention for hearing loss.
    • Standardized audiometric evaluations are crucial for objective outcome measurement.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To objectively evaluate the efficacy of acupuncture in treating bilateral neurosensory deafness.
    • To determine if acupuncture provides a significant improvement in hearing thresholds and speech discrimination.

    Main Methods:

    • Thirty-eight patients with documented bilateral neurosensory deafness were enrolled.
    • A baseline audiogram, including speech discrimination and puretone thresholds, was established.
    • Ten sessions of acupuncture were administered to one ear, with the contralateral ear serving as a control.

    Main Results:

    • Post-treatment audiometric evaluations were conducted by the same audiologist.
    • No statistically significant increase in hearing was observed in the treated ear compared to the control ear.
    • Acupuncture therapy did not yield measurable improvements in hearing function.

    Conclusions:

    • Acupuncture therapy demonstrated no significant efficacy in improving hearing for individuals with bilateral neurosensory deafness.
    • Objective audiometric measures did not support the use of acupuncture for treating this condition.
    • Further research may be needed to explore alternative or adjunct therapies.

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