Research Quick Takes Volume 10: An Update on OTC Hearing Aids

A review of the research that has been published since the FDA approval of OTC hearing aids in October 2022.

Widex Allure: Balanced Focus and Awareness In Real Life

A recent survey investigated how Widex Allure hearing aids deliver on their promise to balance focus and awareness in the everyday experiences of wearers.

20Q: Meaningful Outcome Measures for Hearing Interventions in Adults

A Q & A discussion of outcome measures recommended for use by clinicians and researchers to assess the effectiveness of hearing interventions, based on the recent NASEM report.

Back from the Brink: A Case Report on Lenire® for Persistent Catastrophic Tinnitus in a Post-Stapedectomy Patient

As Lenire gains traction in clinical practice, real-world cases like this help clarify its role in managing complex tinnitus presentations, particularly following surgical interventions.

Beyond Speech Intelligibility: Expanding the Clinician’s Role in Assessing the Individual’s Auditory Ecology

This article provides insights into how an individual’s auditory ecology can be assessed more broadly and how hearing aid selection decisions should be considered beyond improving the speech intelligibility of the wearer.

20Q: Hearing Aid Adoption Rates - Unbundling for Improved Efficiency

Explore how an unbundled hearing aid cost structure can increase clinical efficiency and improve hearing aid uptake.

20Q: Interpreting the Hearing Health Landscape through MarkeTrak - From Insight to Impact

This course focuses on the results of MarkeTrak 2025 (MT25), providing highlights of key trends and developments in the U.S. hearing aid industry. MarkeTrak collects data on consumer sentiments and behavior, highlighting longitudinal tracking of adoption rates, OTC usage, cochlear implant user overview, and hearing loss trends by age.

Advanced Bionics Sound Processing and Front-End Processing

This article reviews how the integration of front-end processing technologies (from Phonak) and sound processing technologies (from Advanced Bionics) in cochlear implants aims to provide effortless hearing through advanced microphone modes, comfort features, AutoSense OS, and sound processing. Clinical insights are provided by cochlear implant audiologists, Rebecca Lewis and Jacob Sulkers.

20Q: Emerging Research - Normal Audiograms, Real-World Struggles, and Innovative Interventions

Clinical approaches for patients who present with normal audiometric thresholds but report significant hearing difficulties, including speech-in-noise challenges. Emerging evidence supporting the use of low-gain hearing aids as a viable management option and highlights the importance of incorporating patient-reported outcomes into amplification candidacy decisions is also covered.

Advanced Bionics Connectivity and Linked Two-Ear Solutions

This course provides an overview of AB’s universal connectivity options and how they help recipients stay connected, and covers AB’s linked two-ear solutions.

Discover Phonak Serenity Choice™ earplugs!

Think earplugs just block sound? Think again. Discover how Phonak Serenity Choice™ earplugs protect your hearing without disconnecting you from the world. Plus, learn about the newest innovations for flying and swimming in this interview with Dr Ricevuto.

Phonak Virto™ R Infinio introduces an enhanced connectivity experience

Phonak’s recently released Virto R Infinio brings exciting opportunities for providers to customize new possibilities for their patients—including updates regarding connectivity.

Investigating Listening Effort with an Eye to Real-World Benefit

Phonak has a legacy of focusing on purposeful innovation. We’re continually researching how to best support our users with technology that delivers real-world benefits. In this interview, we discuss listening effort and the impact of research-backed hearing technology with Dr. Elizabeth Stewart, Senior Research Audiologist in the Phonak Audiology Research Center (Sonova US).

Signia IX’s Real-World Performance: Key Findings From the Recent Hörzentrum Oldenburg Study

Interview with Eric Branda, AuD, PhD, Director of Applied Audiological Research at WS Audiology, and Sheena Oliver, AuD, MBA, Chief Clinical Officer at WS Audiology, in connection with the article Improving Speech Understanding in Noisy Group Conversation

How to Upskill Your Staff and Maximize Efficiency

Alyssa Ricevuto discusses the Phonak Technology Specialist Training Program, a fee-based program designed to upskill audiology staff with technical knowledge and troubleshooting skills, aiming to enhance the patient experience, improve office efficiency, and increase office revenue.

Understanding Lindsay-Hemenway Syndrome: Mechanisms, Diagnosis, and Treatment

This interview with Dr. Andrea Castellucci explores the Lindsay-Hemenway Syndrome (LHS), a rare clinical condition where Benign Paroxysmal Positional Vertigo (BPPV) follows an ipsilateral Acute Unilateral Vestibulopathy (AUVP). Dr. Castellucci discusses the pathophysiological mechanisms underlying LHS, emphasizing the anatomical and vascular factors that predispose patients to posterior semicircular canal (PSC) involvement. Diagnostic approaches, including bedside testing and instrumental assessments, are covered with detailed descriptions of nystagmus patterns and canal-specific findings. The interview also delves into management strategies for both AUVP and secondary BPPV, highlighting the role of targeted canalith repositioning maneuvers (CRM) to restore vestibular function and improve patient outcomes.

Practice Forward: Front Office Training

There is transformative power in Front Office Training to enrich patient experiences and elevate the success of your practices. Phonak reveals how a skillfully trained front office team can not only engage patients with genuine care but also significantly enhance satisfaction and drive impressive returns on marketing investments.

Why Should You Consider Using Automatic Real-Ear Measurements (AutoREM)?

IntroductionAs a clinician fitting hearing aids on a daily basis, I’m constantly seeking ways to enhance both the accuracy and efficiency of the fitting process.Experienced clinicians know that manually adjusting a hearing aid’s gain settings to optimize audibility can be time-consuming. The speed and complexity of this task often depend on factors such as the degree, type, and configuration of hearing loss, as well as the style and manufacturer of the hearing aid being used.Automatic real-ear measurement (AutoREM) is a valuable clinical tool that can streamline this process, helping clinicians achieve more accurate and consistent fittings, in less time.

Hearing Aid Performance Studies: Why the Details Matter

At Phonak, we pride ourselves in leading the industry in our claims substantiation and research standards. We are committed to delivering results that are genuine and meaningful to your clinical decision-making. In this Q&A we address a couple of common misconceptions about performance studies.

Powering DEEPSONIC: Mythbusting Around Audéo Sphere Infinio Battery Usage

Whenever ground-breaking technologies are introduced, it’s common that questions arise and additional clarification is needed. In this Q&A we learn more about battery usage with Phonak Audéo Sphere Infinio aids and what it means for patient use.

What are effective strategies and "hearing hacks" that support individuals in living skillfully with hearing loss?

What are effective strategies and "hearing hacks" that support individuals in living skillfully with hearing loss?

What are the main components and benefits of Bernafon’s Smart Sound Processing™ technology in their hearing aids?

 What are the main components and benefits of Bernafon’s Smart Sound Processing™ technology in their hearing aids? 

What is SCIF, and why could it matter for your hearing aids?

What is SCIF, and why could it matter for your hearing aids?

What is the goal of frequency lowering technology in hearing aids, and how is its effectiveness clinically verified for a patient?

What is the goal of frequency lowering technology in hearing aids, and how is its effectiveness clinically verified for a patient?

How Can the Video Head Impulse Test Improve the Diagnosis of Vestibular Disorders in Children?

How Can the Video Head Impulse Test Improve the Diagnosis of Vestibular Disorders in Children? 

What clinical documentation is required for replacement sound processor orders?

What clinical documentation is required for replacement sound processor orders?

What is a DNN and how is ReSound using this technology in hearing aids?

What is a DNN and how is ReSound using this technology in hearing aids?

Is the ReSound Audiogram+ fitting rule based off NAL or DSL prescriptions?

Is the ReSound Audiogram+ fitting rule based off NAL or DSL prescriptions?

The Role of the Video Head Impulse Test in Acute Unilateral Vestibulopathy

What is the role of the video head impulse test (vHIT) in diagnosing and managing acute unilateral vestibulopathy?

How does auditory aging impact hearing aid fitting strategies and default processing settings?

How does auditory aging impact hearing aid fitting strategies and default processing settings?