Ask The Experts
Q&A from the most trusted names in audiology.
Can a Faulty Microwave Deprogram Hearing Aids?
March 12, 2007
Can a faulty microwave deprogram my aids? Both of my hearing aids seemed to have lost their programming at the same time. I had them both reprogrammed a couple weeks ago. Then, a few days ago, BOTH we... Read More
Hearing Aids - Adults
Asymmetric Hearing Loss from "Shooter's Ear"
March 12, 2007
I am looking for information about hearing loss and firearms. I read an article some years ago that gave information about the difference in ear-level dB exposure in shooters/hunters that shot both ri... Read More
Hearing and Hearing Loss Hearing Conservation and NIHL
Spanish Word Recognition Lists
March 5, 2007
I am trying to find some Spanish word lists for children and adults. Can you give me some links or options? We don't use CD players so I just need the actual listings. Read More
Hearing Evaluation - Adults
How Do Patients Adjust Loudness Level when Measuring ANL
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March 5, 2007
The measurement of Acceptable Noise Levels looks interesting to me and I would like to start using it clinically. I noticed on the instructions for the test that there seems to be a special adjustment... Read More
Hearing Aids - Adults
Normative Values for Tympanograms
February 26, 2007
What are the normative values used to classify a normal, or Type A, tympanogram? Read More
Hearing Evaluation - Children Hearing Evaluation - Adults Pediatrics
Batteries Packaged in the UK
February 26, 2007
On the backs of many battery packs we get, it is marked "Made in the UK." Are all of Rayovac batteries made in the United Kingdom? Read More
Batteries Hearing Aids - Adults
Wireless FM Systems for Improving Understanding in Noise
February 19, 2007
I have been informed that a wireless receiver might be useful to increase speech recognition. I have a pair of Siemens Triano hearing aids. Is there a wireless receiver that I can purchase for these h... Read More
Assistive Devices Hearing Aids - Adults
Hearing Aid Options with Transcription Devices
February 19, 2007
Is there any solution to using the headphones with a transcription machine while wearing BTE's? I usually close my office door and use the machine without the headphones. However, there are times when... Read More
Assistive Devices Hearing Aids - Adults
What is Recommended Impedance for ABR Electrodes
February 12, 2007
What is the typical kOhm range that I should be looking for when preparing for an ABR? Read More
Electrophysiology
Custom vs. Universal Monitors for Musicians.
February 12, 2007
I had a patient who was being fitted with a custom monitor that will be worn in the ear. He asked what the difference was between a custom and a universal fit ear monitor. I assumed the sound quality... Read More
Assistive Devices Hearing Conservation and NIHL Earmolds and Ear Impressions
Standards for 'Normal Hearing'
February 5, 2007
I can't figure out how to interpret my audiogram. I keep finding different standards for 'normal limits.' Some say it is 0-20 db, others 0-15 db. Some say it is 0-15 db for children and 0-25 db for ad... Read More
Hearing and Hearing Loss
Ipsi vs Contra Stimulation of the VEMP
February 5, 2007
Has the question of VEMP laterality been resolved? Do we know unequivocally that the VEMP is an ipsilateral response only? Read More
Vestibular Issues and Balance Disorders Electrophysiology Hearing and Hearing Loss
How is ANL Different from Signal-to-Noise Ratio Scores
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January 29, 2007
I'm confused as to how signal-to-noise ratio scores are not related to Acceptable Noise Level (ANL) measurements. I use the QuickSIN and it seems to measure the same thing as ANL. What is key to both... Read More
Hearing Aids - Adults
Beta-Carotene and Tinnitus
January 29, 2007
What is known at this time about massive doses of beta-carotene in reduction of tinnitus? Read More
Medical and Surgical Tinnitus and Hyperacusis
Developing Normative Data for Tone Burst ABR
January 22, 2007
We recently obtained new ABR equipment and want to know the best way to develop our own norms for tone bursts. The manufacturer's norms go down to 0 dB nHL at 500 Hz, which seems low. Read More
Electrophysiology
Common Types of Tympanograms
January 22, 2007
As a speech pathologist, I routinely come across reports documenting tympanogram results. Can you run down the list of common tympanogram types? Read More
Hearing Evaluation - Children Hearing Evaluation - Adults Pediatrics
Prepping Patients for ABRs
January 15, 2007
Do you have any tricks or tips on prepping patients for electrophysiological testing for ABRs? Read More
Electrophysiology
Hearing Aid Battery Tester
January 15, 2007
Is there a device that is more accurate for testing batteries? The battery testers now seem to give the same information on the same batteries. Read More
Batteries Hearing Aids - Adults
Protocols for Sale of an Established Practice
January 1, 2007
PART ONE: Are you aware of any published guidelines or protocolsregarding the closing /sale of an established diagnostic/dispensingprivate practice, specifically regarding notification of clients,main... Read More
Practice Management and Professional Issues
APD - Getting it 'Right'
January 1, 2007
If a child passes the SSW but has a tremendous amount of reversals, or quick responses, etc., how do we interpret the results? Is the SSW deemed normal, and we simply state the findings? Or do we cons... Read More
Aural Habilitation - Children Central Auditory Processing Disorder (CAPD) Hearing Evaluation - Children Pediatrics Pediatrics
