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Published on: October 12, 2011
Impulse noise trauma during army weapon firing.
1Amrit Kuteer 3, Navratan Bag, Main Road, Indore, MP.
Summary
Military personnel exposed to impulse noise from weapons like Anti Tank Guided Missiles and rocket launchers may experience temporary hearing threshold shifts. Further research is needed to understand the long-term effects of this noise exposure on hearing.
Area of Science:
- Occupational Health
- Audiology
- Military Medicine
Background:
- Impulse noise from firearms poses a significant risk to hearing health in military personnel.
- Understanding the auditory effects of exposure to various modern weaponry is crucial for hearing conservation.
Purpose of the Study:
- To investigate the impact of impulse noise from specific military weapons on the auditory system of infantry personnel.
- To quantify the Temporary Threshold Shift (TTS), Recovery Time (RT), and potential for Permanent Threshold Shift (PTS) following weapon firing.
Main Methods:
- A cohort of 100 infantry personnel was studied.
- Exposure to impulse noise from Anti Tank Guided Missiles, 106mm Recoiless Guns (RCL), 84mm Rocket Launchers (RL), and 81mm Mortars was assessed.
- Auditory function was monitored to track changes in hearing thresholds.
Main Results:
- The study observed the evolution of Temporary Threshold Shift (TTS) in personnel after exposure to impulse noise.
- Recovery Time (RT) from auditory fatigue was documented.
- The potential for Permanent Threshold Shift (PTS) was investigated in relation to weapon noise exposure.
Conclusions:
- Impulse noise from military-grade weaponry significantly affects auditory function, causing temporary hearing loss.
- The study highlights the need for effective hearing protection strategies in military settings to mitigate noise-induced hearing damage.
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