Live Speech Mapping is a fitting process that uses probe microphones and live real-time speech to allow the patient and their family members to immediately see and understand the benefits of hearing aids and fitting adjustments. A protocol for the use of the system is presented.
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An ear-level Bluetooth device has been introduced that allows hands-free operation of a cell phone along with hearing aid compatibility. The authors believe this represents only the beginnings for this type of technology in hearing aid applications.
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A special resource locator for products and services in the hearing care field.
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In 2004, the digital hearing instrument market grew to constitute 83% of all the units dispensed by hearing care professionals, and in a typical practice, more than 90% of the gross revenues came from digital aids. For the second consecutive year, return for credit rates decreased, and dispensing professionals generally witnessed steady growth in their businesses.
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A sneak-peek at the new products, services, and events being offered at the 17th Annual American Academy of Audiology (AAA) convention held in Washington DC on March 30-April 2.
Read MoreA guide to Web sites in the hearing care field.
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Putting an FM system to the test in a dental college and clinical instruction settting.
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Telecoils are in more and more hearing aids, induction loop systems are spreading, and hard of hearing advocates are more vocal in their requests for hearing aid compatible phones and assistive listening — all of which bodes well for people with hearing loss, hearing care professionals, and the hearing industry.
Read MorePerspectives from 15 companies in the hearing industry on what happened during 2004 and what might be expected in 2005.
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A look at some of the industry’s best promotional and informational brochures, computer tools, dispensing aids, and marketing materials.
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A look back at 100 years of Oticon’s history in the hearing industry, as well as comments from the company’s leaders on what the present and future may hold.
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A sneak-peek at the products, services, and events being offered at the International Hearing Society’s (IHS) annual convention in Orlando, August 25-29.
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A look at the rationale behind directional hearing aids that have the ability to automatically switch between directional and omni-directional modes, as well as fitting tips that ensure proper microphone orientation, venting of the aid, demonstration of directional benefit, and counseling.
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Practical, concise tips for testing patients, fitting hearing aids, and marketing your business/practice.
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Digital shell-making technology holds great possibilities for the fitting process. However, this technology will be limited by the same factors that limit traditional impression-taking technologies: a need for the use of open-mouth impressions and higher viscosity impression materials.
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