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Neuro-rehabilitation Approach for Sudden Sensorineural Hearing Loss
Published on: January 25, 2016
Uncovering effective strategies for hearing loss prevention
Thais C Morata1, Deanna Meinke2
1Division of Applied Research and Technology, National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health, 1190 Tusculum Avenue/ MS C27, Cincinnati, OH 45226, USA, (001-513)533-8487.
Evidence on workplace injury interventions is scarce. This study reviews effective hearing loss prevention strategies and highlights the need for more research on workplace noise exposure interventions.
Area of Science:
- Occupational health
- Injury prevention
- Hearing loss prevention
Background:
- Limited documentation exists on the effectiveness of workplace interventions for injuries and illnesses.
- Workplaces need evidence-based strategies to reduce occupational hazards like noise exposure.
- A 2006 review recommended the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH) focus on hearing loss prevention effectiveness.
Purpose of the Study:
- To address the need for evidence on the effectiveness of interventions to prevent occupational noise-induced hearing loss.
- To identify and honor innovative and effective real-world hearing loss prevention practices.
Main Methods:
- Conducting systematic reviews on the effectiveness of hearing loss prevention interventions.
- Establishing the Safe-In-Sound Excellence in Hearing Loss Prevention Award™ to recognize successful practices.
Main Results:
- Systematic reviews provide data on intervention effectiveness.
- The award program identifies and promotes successful noise control and hearing loss prevention strategies.
Conclusions:
- Evaluating intervention effectiveness is crucial for improving worker health and safety.
- Further research and recognition of successful strategies are needed to combat workplace noise exposure and hearing loss.
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