Table of contents What is the auditory brainstem response (ABR)? ABR results interpretation Patient preparation Testing considerations Checking the electrode impedances Performing a threshold ABR tes…
There are some specific considerations for the setup and preparation of visual reinforcement audiometry (VRA). In this video, we will explore how to ensure the appropriate test environment, equipment…
Table of contents What are real-ear measurements? Why perform real-ear measurements? Contraindications to performing real-ear measurements How to perform real-ear measurements Important steps after t…
Screening protocols It is possible to create a screening protocol in the TEOAE module that provides a test outcome labelled as PASS, REFER or INCOMPLETE. The application of TEOAEs in screening is ver…
If the results of the aided cortical test suggest that changes or improvements can be made to the patient's device or amplification, then it is important to understand how and when to make such adjus…
Difficulty with hearing in background noise is a common complaint among people with hearing loss. The measurement of signal-to-noise ratio loss (SNR loss) is important because a person’s ability to u…
The real-ear-to-coupler difference (RECD) is the difference between the coupler response and the real ear response. This guide will provide an introduction to RECD testing. Table of contents Why does…
This video provides an overview of concussion and how this type of brain injury sits in the field of vestibular audiology. The diagnostic considerations for concussion patients will be explored, with…
This video explores the clinical utility of otoacoustic emissions (OAE) as a newborn hearing screening tool and compares OAE with automated ABR. You can read the full transcript below. Benefits of ea…
Table of contents What is the TEN test? What is a cochlear dead region? When to perform the TEN test? TEN test procedure What to do in case of a dead region What is the Threshold Equalizing Noise (TE…
It is well known that rotational chair testing offers a reliable, repeatable and tolerable stimulus to the inner ear to investigate the function of the vestibular system, specifically the vestibulo-o…
Ce guide fournit aux audioprothésiste une vue d’ensemble sur les avantages et la réalisation du test ACT. Table des matières Mesurer la capacité auditive dans le bruit : Un véritable défi Qu’est-ce q…
