Ask The Experts
Q&A from the most trusted names in audiology.
Why Has there Been a Resurgence of Interest in Treating Tinnitus?
December 9, 2013
Why do you think there has been a resurgence of interest in treating tinnitus? Does the high incidence of tinnitus in returning veterans have something to do with it? Read More
Tinnitus and Hyperacusis
What are the Benefits of 2nd Generation Unite Wireless Accessories?
December 9, 2013
What are the benefits of 2nd generation Unite wireless accessories? Read More
Assistive Devices Hearing Aids - Adults
Will Ordering Rayovac Batteries Online Affect Shipping?
November 25, 2013
I would like to order batteries online, but I’m wondering if ordering online will affect when my order ships? Read More
Batteries
When Can a Child Begin Using a Bone-anchored System with a Softband?
November 25, 2013
At what age can a child begin using a bone-anchored system with a softband? Read More
Bone Conduction Implants and Middle Ear Devices Hearing Aids - Children Medical and Surgical Pediatrics
Should Tone Burst ABR be Performed at 8000 Hz for Infant Hearing Assessment?
November 18, 2013
When performing ABR with tone burst stimuli for the purpose of hearing assessment in infants, should 8000 Hz be tested? I would think this would be useful for children who have been treated with pote... Read More
Electrophysiology Hearing Evaluation - Children Pediatrics
Can Starkey’s Xino Tinnitus be Used for Sound Therapy as Well as a Hearing Instrument?
November 11, 2013
Can Starkey’s Xino Tinnitus be used for sound therapy as well as a hearing instrument? Read More
Hearing Aids - Adults Tinnitus and Hyperacusis
What is the Impact of Bandsplit Directionality on Speech Recognition and Perception?
November 4, 2013
What is the impact of bandsplit directionality on speech recognition and perception? Read More
Hearing Aids - Adults
What is the Post Synaptic Mechanism of ANSD?
October 28, 2013
Could you go over the post synaptic mechanism of ANSD? Read More
Electrophysiology Hearing Evaluation - Children
Is Advanced Bionics Still Using the HiRes Sound Coding Strategy?
October 28, 2013
Is Advanced Bionics still using the HiRes sound coding strategy? Read More
Cochlear Implants
What Changes have You Seen with RIC Technology Since 2003?
October 21, 2013
Since pioneering RIC technology in 2003, what changes or trends have you seen with the technology? Read More
Hearing Aids - Adults
What Type of Stimuli Should Be Used for Bone Conduction ABR?
October 14, 2013
What type of stimulus should be used for bone-conduction ABR, for assessment of infant hearing? Read More
Electrophysiology Hearing Evaluation - Children Pediatrics
When Should I Use Trainable Hearing Aids with My Patients?
October 7, 2013
Can you give me an example of how you might implement the automatic acclimatization feature for a hearing aid patient? Read More
Hearing Aids - Adults
Can I Access Noah on a Tablet PC?
October 7, 2013
Can I access Noah on a Tablet PC? Read More
Practice Management and Professional Issues
Using Tinnitus Questionnaires in Treatment
September 30, 2013
When using serial questionnaires to measure a tinnitus patient's progress, do you let the patient see their previous results? Read More
Tinnitus and Hyperacusis
Can my Patients with Sonic Hearing Aids use SoundGate for Music Streaming with their iPhones?
September 30, 2013
Many of my patients who wear Sonic hearing aids with wireless connectivity use iPhones, which have Bluetooth connectivity. Can they use the SoundGate for music streaming? Read More
Hearing Aids - Adults
What Options Are There for Patients Who Won’t Wear Hearing Aids?
September 23, 2013
I have a patient who I know needs hearing help, but they are reluctant to even schedule further visits because they are not ready to commit to hearing aids. For this segment of the population, does i... Read More
Assistive Devices
Can I Order Customized Proline Batteries Online?
September 23, 2013
I customize my Proline batteries with my business logo and address. Can I still order them online? Read More
Batteries
How can I Provide Hearing Aid Upgrades to my Patients after Purchase?
September 16, 2013
Is there an easy option to provide my patients with upgrades to their hearing instruments after purchase? Read More
Hearing Aids - Adults
Can Starkey’s SoundPoint be Used when Fitting Xino Tinnitus?
September 16, 2013
Can Starkey’s SoundPoint be used when fitting Xino Tinnitus? Read More
Tinnitus and Hyperacusis
What Does the New Hansaton XearA Platform Offer to Address Feedback?
September 9, 2013
What does the new Hansaton XearA platform offer to address feedback? Read More
Hearing Aids - Adults