Rehabilitation

Age-related hearing loss can be a major barrier to achieving healthy and fulfilling final decades of life for many. In this article, we explore how the aging population and the rising prevalence of presbycusis are likely to present new opportunities for hearing care professionals.

Whether it’s for hearing aids, cochlear implants, or other hearing technology, it’s well-established and widely acknowledged that aural rehabilitation is absolutely essential for supporting better communication outcomes. In past years, telepractice—remote rehabilitation via video chat—had gained some traction, but there was still limited uptake. However, over the past 18 months, there has been exponential growth

Music promotes social connectedness and well-being. It plays an important part in people’s lives and remains an important factor in the lives of cochlear implant (CI) recipients.  “Music contributes to positive aging by providing ways for people to maintain positive self-esteem, feel competent, independent, and avoid feelings of isolation and loneliness,” and it can be

Is it important that a child stacks blocks? Does it matter if a child does not find an object hidden in front of them? A child is becoming defiant. Is that ok? At specific ages, the answer to these questions would be yes. Even though these skills or behaviors would not be considered auditory development, they

Auditory neuropathy spectrum disorder (ANSD) affects how sound is sent from the ear's inner hair cells to the brain. Here's the latest research on ANSD, cochlear implant candidacy, and tips for (re)habilitation unique to this patient population.