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Early amplification options.

Sandra Abbott Gabbard1, Jennifer Schryer

  • 1Department of Otolaryngology, UC Hospital Audiology Clinic, The University of Colorado Health Sciences Center, PO Box 6510, Mail Stop F736, Aurora, CO 80045, USA. Sandra.Gabbard@uch.edu

Mental Retardation and Developmental Disabilities Research Reviews
|December 4, 2003
PubMed
Summary

Newborn hearing screening identifies infants with hearing loss, necessitating early intervention with hearing aids. This review covers current amplification technology and selection criteria for infants and young children.

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Area of Science:

  • Pediatric Audiology
  • Hearing Loss Management
  • Assistive Listening Devices

Background:

  • Permanent hearing loss in children is managed with amplification devices.
  • Newborn hearing screening identifies infants with hearing loss, creating a need for early amplification.
  • Hearing aids and early intervention improve speech and language skills in children with hearing loss.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To examine current amplification technology for infants and young children.
  • To review selection criteria for pediatric hearing amplification.
  • To discuss factors influencing the choice of hearing aids for infants.

Main Methods:

  • Review of current amplification technology.
  • Analysis of selection criteria for infant hearing aids.

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  • Discussion of amplification features, signal processing, and verification tools.

    • Main Results:

    • The field of pediatric hearing amplification has rapidly advanced.
    • Numerous amplification options are available for infants and young children.
    • Selection involves considering style, type, features, and validation.

    Conclusions:

    • Selecting appropriate hearing amplification is crucial for pediatric audiologists.
    • Technological advancements offer expanded choices for young children with hearing loss.
    • Comprehensive evaluation of devices ensures optimal outcomes for children and families.