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Neuro-rehabilitation Approach for Sudden Sensorineural Hearing Loss
Published on: January 25, 2016
Geriatric grand rounds: hearing impairment and functional independence
1Department of Medicine, Eisenhower, DVAMC, Leavenworth, Kansas, USA.
Kansas Medicine : the Journal of the Kansas Medical Society
|January 1, 1995
Summary
Hearing loss in older adults significantly impacts daily life, affecting physical, social, and cognitive well-being. Hearing aids and assistive devices, guided by audiological assessments, can greatly improve function and quality of life.
Area of Science:
- Gerontology
- Audiology
- Neuroscience
Background:
- Hearing loss is a prevalent condition in the elderly, significantly impacting their overall quality of life.
- The challenges extend beyond audibility, encompassing speech comprehension in noise, reliance on visual cues, and cognitive processing speed.
Observation:
- Older adults with hearing loss face multifaceted difficulties that contribute to a significant 'hearing handicap'.
- These difficulties include understanding speech in noisy environments and compensating for auditory deficits with visual information.
Findings:
- Various amplification devices and assistive listening technologies offer substantial benefits in mitigating functional impairments caused by hearing loss.
- A thorough audiological evaluation is crucial for selecting appropriate hearing aids and assistive devices.
Implications:
- Comprehensive audiological assessments are recommended for older adults experiencing hearing loss.
- These assessments provide a pathway for personalized aural rehabilitation, improving communication and well-being.
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