Currently, surgically implanted cochlear implant microphones and related electronics must be worn outside the head, raising reliability issues, and social and cosmetic considerations, and preventing patients from swimming. Now, a University of Utah engineer and colleagues in Ohio have developed a tiny prototype microphone that can be implanted in the middle ear.
Read MoreNeuromonics Inc, Bethlehem, Pa, has issued a clinical summary of results from its most recent Neuromonics Tinnitus Treatment’s clinical efficacy research. The summary is derived from papers presented in peer-reviewed medical journals.
Read MoreClinical researchers from University Hospitals (UH) Case Medical Center in Cleveland report that cochlear implantation provides an effective and safe way of restoring hearing in patients with far advanced otosclerosis (FAO), a hereditary condition that can lead to severe hearing loss.
Read MoreThe totals are in: Over 2,500 hearing care professionals rocked for a cause at Oticon’s “Rock NOW!” benefit during the 2012 AAA conference, where Oticon donated $10 to the Academy of Audiology Foundation (AAAF) for each party attendee.
Read MoreEar Gear, a manufacturer of hearing instrument moisture and dust protection sleeves, has launched a redesigned website.
Read MoreRayovac’s global battery division has been officially recognized by Queen Elizabeth II for the second consecutive year. In 2011, Rayovac was awarded the Queens Award for Innovation for the development of its mercury free hearing aid battery range.
Read MoreHaneke Design, a developer of mobile applications, has announced several enhancements to the Z4 mobile application for client ZVRS (The Z), a provider of video relay services (VRS) for the deaf and those with hearing loss.
Read MoreThe World Health Organizations Regional Office for Europe recently released an educational textbook describing how health professionals can use the Ida Motivation Tools (the Line, the Box, and the Circle) to better understand and empower patients to change their lifestyle and behavior.
Read MoreBionix Medical Technologies has introduced Lighted Suction for Cerumen Removal. The lighted suction tool uses the same technology as Bionix Lighted Ear Curette.
Read MoreWilliams Sound LLC has partnered with European assistive listening system manufacturer, Humantechnik GmbH, to introduce audio induction loop systems into Williams Sound’s American product lineup.
Read MoreThe Hearing Review 2012 Worldwide Registry is scheduled to mail in late July and HR wants to be sure that all hearing health manufacturers and services are listed accurately. The final deadline for submitting or updating your listing is May 18, 2012.
Read MoreTwo University of California-San Francisco (UCSF) researchers have recently published a paper that reveals how humans are able to selectively hear a single speaker while tuning out other sounds in crowded or noisy environs. The study appears in the journal Nature.
Read MoreSycle.net introduced three new products at AAA in Boston: The new online software enhancements include eDocs, Sycle-LACE Online Integration, and Sycle-CounselEAR Integration.
Read MoreJust Bekuz Products has announced a new dark gray color to its line of Super Seals that protect BTE hearing aids from dust and moisture.
Read MoreA new report from Henry Ford Hospital shows that insomnia can have a negative effect on tinnitus, worsening the functional and emotional toll of chronic ringing, buzzing, hissing, or clicking in the head and ears.
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