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The author, John M. Burkey introduces patients and then references the patients throughout the book highlighting the many solutions employed in addition to hearing aids, to enhance communication effectiveness. A thorough explanation of the audiogram and degrees of hearing loss are enhanced by actual audiograms. Examples with explanations are provided to describe the various styles of hearing aids. One excellent chapter discusses satisfaction and dissatisfaction with devices highlighting quality of life issues and extensively citing Sergei Kochkin's research. Another chapter is devoted to non-hearing aid solutions which highlights listening demands in various situations and strategies to employ to enhance the hearing experience in adverse situations. Under the heading of new and future options in Chapter 8, the use of otoacoustic emissions, open ear technology, cochlear implants, BAHA and hair cell regeneration are briefly reviewed. The last chapter pays credence to the consumer complaint of high cost for hearing aids and the lack of insurance reimbursement for aids. Consumer friendly resources are provided. REVIEW: The introduction makes a compelling case for why all adults, and in particular baby boomers, should be concerned about hearing loss due to its impact on relationships, work, leisure pursuits and safety. Encouraging boomers to take control of their hearing care future should appeal to this age group. Chapter 1 begins with a patient visit, discussing the patients need to hear well in her employment setting. Unfortunately, the setting is a funeral home which may seem off-putting to some baby boomers that are in denial of their own death. Once past that premise, the overall need to hear soft speech and the real-life consequences of untreated hearing loss in the realms of social interaction, loneliness, reduced independence and fatigue are discussed with research supported conclusions.
At the conclusion of the chapter a patient is introduced with solutions specific to her hearing loss. Chapter 2 discusses boomer specific issues, including the diversity and size of this population in relation to previous generations. Noise induced hearing loss and age related hearing loss statistics are cited. Boomers should enjoy longer lives than previous generations with more years spent working. The need to hear well on the job suggests increasing demand for hearing services by boomers. Chapter 3 covers external, middle and inner ear functions with explanations of hearing loss types. The author provides a good working explanation of the decibel. Thankfully, a description of severity of hearing loss is contrasted with the lay perception of percentage of hearing loss. Appropriately emphasized in his explanation of the audiogram is the importance of word discrimination scores and word understanding ability. Health issues with known links to hearing loss such as smoking, high blood pressure, diabetes and toxic medications are covered. One section provides a good overview of the relationship between chemicals and ototoxicity. Thorough explanations of treatable hearing loss with the advice to seek medical treatment where needed is provided. The chapter concludes with the surmountable hearing losses, primarily sensorineural of either genetic or age related origin. A brief discussion of tinnitus and treatment options would have been helpful at this point. These concluding thoughts segue well into Chapter 5 which covers hearing aid styles, circuits and options. Appropriate amplification rather than style is emphasized. Binaural vs. monaural fittings along with suggested prices are provided. Consumer rights after purchase are reviewed. A most welcome discussion of satisfaction and dissatisfaction with hearing aids ensues in Chapter 6.
The author cites the ten most common complaints about hearing aids and systematically explores each complaint differentiating perception from reality. Approximately five pages are devoted to satisfaction with hearing aids. User factors are given adequate coverage. By the end of the chapter the reader should feel positive about trying hearing aids understanding benefits and satisfaction are clearly two different outcome measures. Fair time is given to non-hearing aid solutions in chapter 7. Having a plan for hearing better under various circumstances and using non hearing aid tools such as alerting devices are covered. Various telephone strategies and devices are discussed as well as personal FM systems. Provision of this information reinforces the notion that hearing aids alone are not the answer for all of a patient's listening demands. Chapter 8 is devoted to new and future options with prevention as the introductory topic. Under the heading of prevention, the use of otoacoustic emission testing as a sensitive measure of hair cell function supports the use of this testing even in patients with audiometrically normal hearing sensitivity. Research on medicines to prevent noise-induced hearing loss is briefly covered. Candidacy for cochlear implants and BAHA are reviewed with information on the devices and operation. Future improvements to directional microphones and feedback suppression features are reviewed as well as a brief paragraph on open ear acoustics. Hair cell regeneration research concludes the chapter. Chapter 9, titled, The Issues that Remain, provides a balanced look at the issues of direct access, the FDA and history behind the medical waiver. Issues surrounding over the counter devices are reviewed in a balanced fashion. Finally, insurance coverage for devices is discussed along with a call to advocacy for hearing research. CRITIQUE: Using a title of Baby Boomers and Hearing Loss: A Guide to Prevention and Care, John M.
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Burkey directly entices boomers to read it yet the content serves as an excellent comprehensive guide to hearing topics for all hearing impaired adults. Dispensing audiologists will want to have this book in their patient lending library as it provides excellent explanations of existing technology in generic terms with a final call for consumer advocacy on the topics of insurance coverage and direct access to audiology. One note, though, inclusions of references to payment sources such as Medicaid or the Department of Education, Vocational Rehabilitation Services might have proven useful to consumers. Hearing aid fitting practices are evolving at a rapid pace in part due to receiver in the aid and receiver in the ear technology. Unfortunately, this technology is not covered in depth. The author can not be faulted though, as most audiologists were unprepared for the rapid advances by manufacturers in this field. The hearing conservation information combined with a wealth of information for hearing impaired boomers make this book a must have for any practice working with boomers or hoping to attract more of these patients. Please try again.Please try again.Please try again. Please try your request again later. In a reassuring and straightforward style, Burkey explains the typical causes of hearing loss, from genetic factors to years of exposure to loud noises, and demystifies the sometimes confusing results of a hearing test. Fortunately, new technologies and advances in medicine have made it easier to detect signs of initial hearing loss and to prevent it from becoming a serious problem. For those who have already sustained some damage, the author suggests ways to manage daily activities by using a range of techniques, equipment, and medical procedures. His suggestions include minor changes, such as using a vibrating alarm clock rather than one that is sound-based.
More dramatic but often highly effective options, including reconstructive surgery, cochlear implants, and bone-anchored hearing aids, are also described. In his previous award-winning book, Overcoming Hearing Aid Fears: The Road to Better Hearing, Burkey addressed common fears, concerns, and misconceptions that people have about choosing and using hearing aids. In this second indispensable volume, he offers a comprehensive guide on how to cope with and prevent hearing impairment. For a generation that refuses to slow down or quietly accept limitations, this book is essential reading. Then you can start reading Kindle books on your smartphone, tablet, or computer - no Kindle device required. Register a free business account As a generation, they have worked hard and played hard. They have been distinguished for their trendsetting and active lifestyles. As they move into their senior years, this ambitious constituency of 76 million Americans continues to demand a lot from life, and to offer much as well. Compared with every generation that preceded them, baby boomers are anticipated to continue professional careers later into their retirement years, engage in more vigorous activities, and live significantly longer. Their lifestyles make learning to prevent and treat hearing loss?a disability that used to be considered an unfortunate but inevitable aspect of aging?more important than ever. In Baby Boomers and Hearing Loss, audiologist John Burkey shows readers how they can continue to enjoy youthful living, regardless of whether their hearing abilities are undiminished or severely compromised. In a reassuring and straightforward style, Burkey explains the typical causes of hearing loss, from genetic factors to years of exposure to loud noises, and demystifies the sometimes confusing results of a hearing test.
Fortunately, new technologies and advances in medicine have made it easier to detect signs of initial hearing loss and to prevent it from becoming a serious problem. For those who have already sustained some damage, the author suggests ways to manage daily activities by using a range of techniques, equipment, and medical procedures. His suggestions include minor changes, such as using a vibrating alarm clock rather than one that is sound-based. More dramatic but often highly effective options, including reconstructive surgery, cochlear implants, and bone-anchored hearing aids, are also described. In his previous award-winning book, Overcoming Hearing Aid Fears: The Road to Better Hearing, Burkey addressed common fears, concerns, and misconceptions that people have about choosing and using hearing aids. In this second indispensable volume, he offers a comprehensive guide on how to cope with and prevent hearing impairment. He is author of Overcoming Hearing Aid Fears: The Road to Better Hearing (Rutgers University Press), which was recognized by Library Journal as one of the Best Consumer Health Books of 2003.To calculate the overall star rating and percentage breakdown by star, we don’t use a simple average. Instead, our system considers things like how recent a review is and if the reviewer bought the item on Amazon. It also analyzes reviews to verify trustworthiness. Please try again. Please try your request again later. In a reassuring and straightforward style, Burkey explains the typical causes of hearing loss, from genetic factors to years of exposure to loud noises, and demystifies the sometimes confusing results of a hearing test. Fortunately, new technologies and advances in medicine have made it easier to detect signs of initial hearing loss and to prevent it from becoming a serious problem. For those who have already sustained some damage, the author suggests ways to manage daily activities by using a range of techniques, equipment, and medical procedures.
His suggestions include minor changes, such as using a vibrating alarm clock rather than one that is sound-based. More dramatic but often highly effective options, including reconstructive surgery, cochlear implants, and bone-anchored hearing aids, are also described. In his previous award-winning book, Overcoming Hearing Aid Fears: The Road to Better Hearing, Burkey addressed common fears, concerns, and misconceptions that people have about choosing and using hearing aids. In this second indispensable volume, he offers a comprehensive guide on how to cope with and prevent hearing impairment. For a generation that refuses to slow down or quietly accept limitations, this book is essential reading. Then you can start reading Kindle books on your smartphone, tablet, or computer - no Kindle device required. Register a free business account As a generation, they have worked hard and played hard. They have been distinguished for their trendsetting and active lifestyles. As they move into their senior years, this ambitious constituency of 76 million Americans continues to demand a lot from life, and to offer much as well. Compared with every generation that preceded them, baby boomers are anticipated to continue professional careers later into their retirement years, engage in more vigorous activities, and live significantly longer. In Baby Boomers and Hearing Loss, audiologist John Burkey shows readers how they can continue to enjoy youthful living, regardless of whether their hearing abilities are undiminished or severely compromised. In a reassuring and straightforward style, Burkey explains the typical causes of hearing loss, from genetic factors to years of exposure to loud noises, and demystifies the sometimes confusing results of a hearing test. Fortunately, new technologies and advances in medicine have made it easier to detect signs of initial hearing loss and to prevent it from becoming a serious problem.
For those who have already sustained some damage, the author suggests ways to manage daily activities by using a range of techniques, equipment, and medical procedures. His suggestions include minor changes, such as using a vibrating alarm clock rather than one that is sound-based. More dramatic but often highly effective options, including reconstructive surgery, cochlear implants, and bone-anchored hearing aids, are also described. In his previous award-winning book, Overcoming Hearing Aid Fears: The Road to Better Hearing, Burkey addressed common fears, concerns, and misconceptions that people have about choosing and using hearing aids. In this second indispensable volume, he offers a comprehensive guide on how to cope with and prevent hearing impairment. He is author of Overcoming Hearing Aid Fears: The Road to Better Hearing (Rutgers University Press), which was recognized by Library Journal as one of the Best Consumer Health Books of 2003.To calculate the overall star rating and percentage breakdown by star, we don’t use a simple average. Instead, our system considers things like how recent a review is and if the reviewer bought the item on Amazon. It also analyzes reviews to verify trustworthiness. Please head to Gale International site if you are located outside of North America. If you are located in the USA or Canada please visit the Gale North American site. We apologize for any inconvenience and are here to help you find similar resources. We offer many other periodical resources and databases that have been recently enhanced to make discovery faster and easier for everyone. Discover our premier periodical database Gale Academic OneFile. Contact us for suggestions. For a generation that refuses to slow down or accept limitations, this book is essential reading.
In a reassuring and straightforward style, Burkey explains the typical causes of hearing loss, from genetic factors to years of exposure to loud noises, and demystifies the often confusing results of a hearing test. For those who have already sustained some damage, the author suggests ways to manage daily activities by using a range of techniques, equipment and medical procedures. In his previous award-winning book, Overcoming Hearing Aid Fears: The Road to Better Hearing, Burkey addresses common fears, concerns and misconceptions people have about hearing aids.You can simply remove the item from your cart. You have no obligation to purchase the product once you know the price. You can simply remove the item from your cart. Forgot my PIN Enter your username and a recovery link will be emailed to the email address on file at your library.Title:Author:Publication Information:Language:Contents. Subject Term:Genre:Added Corporate Author:Electronic Access. Yavapai Library Network In a reassuring and straightforward style, Burkey explains the typical causes of hearing loss, from genetic factors to years of exposure to loud noises, and demystifies the sometimes confusing results of a hearing test. Fortunately, new technologies and advances in medicine have made it easier to detect signs of initial hearing loss and to prevent it from becoming a serious problem. For those who have already sustained some damage, the author suggests ways to manage daily activities by using a range of techniques, equipment, and medical procedures. His suggestions include minor changes, such as using a vibrating alarm clock rather than one that is sound-based. More dramatic but often highly effective options, including reconstructive surgery, cochlear implants, and bone-anchored hearing aids, are also described.
In his previous award-winning book, Overcoming Hearing Aid Fears: The Road to Better Hearing, Burkey addressed common fears, concerns, and misconceptions that people have about choosing and using hearing aids. In this second indispensable volume, he offers a comprehensive guide on how to cope with and prevent hearing impairment. For a generation that refuses to slow down or quietly accept limitations, this book is essential reading. The following items were successfully added. There was an error while adding the following items. Please try again. One or more items could not be added because you are not logged in. Hearing loss affects friends, family, co-workers, business associates, and everyone a person with a hearing problem comes into contact with. In fact, the latest available statistics show that over 10 of the U.S. population reports difficulty hearing. That’s more than 31 million people. And as the Baby Boomer generation continues to age, that number promises to increase dramatically. If so, you are certainly not alone. Consider these statistics reported by Sergei Kochkin, Ph.D., former Executive Director of the Better Hearing Institute: And, to make matters even worse, there are many “myths” about hearing loss that prevent those with hearing loss from doing anything about it. It ushered in a new era of rock and roll for baby boomers, set the tone for fashion, culture, and politics for decades to come. But does the Woodstock Generation still enjoy music the way they used to. Oticon commissioned a survey by The Harris Poll to find out. As a result of their hearing loss, many of these hard-rocking music lovers are unable to enjoy music as they once did and are struggling to fully participate in social situations with their loved ones. Built-in internet connectivity enables wearers to stream music directly to their ears.
The result is that the Woodstock Generation and music lovers of all ages can enjoy a richer, more authentic music experience, both in live settings or in the comfort of their home. And bands have been eager to please. The Who, one of the original performers at Woodstock, at one point was the world’s loudest band, playing live at a blaring 126 decibels. Studies such as this Harris Poll survey are shedding light on the long-term consequences of exposure to loud music and starting a dialogue about how music lovers can protect their hearing during concerts and other loud events. Learn how to safely rock out to your favorite band Take the first step and complete this short evaluation. Just three months after the successful launch of its newest product line, the company is expanding to a second facility, adjacent to the current Somerset site, to accommodate enhanced customer support services and business growth. The improved content architecture offers quick loading pages, easy access to the “most requested” information, and features the new Audina corporate look. In the Marketing section, clients will be able to download Audina’s graphic standards manual, product logos, and product photos to use in their advertising. The site includes helpful hints for family members and friends of individuals who wear hearing aids, and lists consumer advocacy and education associations. The site navigation is designed around Indigo’s key branding statements and unique benefits: The Web site explains the technology behind Indigo’s sound across multiple listening environments. Hearing health care professionals can also request additional product information, online training, and more via the site. The company’s new address is: 261 Main Street, Unit 1-2, Hackettstown, NJ 07840. The selection process to choose four Outstanding AuD Student Scholarship winners has begun—with 30 AuD schools submitting nominations.
A popular consultant, author, communications specialist, and instructor for the American Conference of Audioprosthology, Hansen shares tips and techniques, which practices can use to enhance their patient relationships. Available in a range of formats, these newspaper ads and the direct mailer are proven tools for practice building technology promotion and patient education. The book also addresses the causes of hearing loss, as well as prevention and treatment options. The book is available through Rutgers University Press by calling (800) 848-6224, and through bookstores. After seeing the success in his own practice, Hampton began publishing customized versions for other audiologists to send to their own patients. Since then, more than 26 million copies have been sent to more than 400,000 hearing aid users. The program is a collection of the best audiology marketing tips and techniques collected from several hundred practices over the past 20 years, including a patient retention program, patient and physician referral programs, and patient satisfaction surveys. In addition, our current patients and local physicians can be the easiest and most cost effective sources of new patient referrals. Hundreds of our subscribers have proven that over the past 20 years.”. Please enable it to take advantage of the complete set of features!Self-report of hearing loss at a primary health-care visit may offer timely referrals to audiological services, but there has been no population-based study of self-reported hearing loss in the baby boomer generation.Analysis included screening performance measures of self-report compared to audiometric cut-offs, receiver operator curve (ROC) to determine optimal level, analysis of variance to compare hearing status to self-report, and binary logistic regression to determine best audiometric predictors.
A simple question at a primary health care visit may facilitate a timely referral for audiological services in a baby boomer adult, who may be more amenable to rehabilitation. That’s more than 31 million people. And as the Baby Boomer generation continues to age, that number promises to increase dramatically! If so, you are certainly not alone. Consider these statistics reported by Sergei Kochkin, Ph.D., Executive Director of the Better Hearing Institute: And, to make matters even worse, there are many “myths” about hearing loss that prevent those with hearing loss from doing anything about it. In fact, the reverse is true. The majority (65) of people with hearing loss are younger than 65 and six million people in the U.S. between 18 and 44 suffer from hearing loss (Better Hearing Institute website). The primary causes of hearing loss are: The type of hearing loss determines the specific treatment required. Click here to take a “Hearing Assessment Quiz.” Click here to learn what happens during a hearing test appointment. Click here to learn about digital hearing instruments. I had seen Dr. Smith’s ad in the paper and thought I would go in and prove everyone wrong. We know that the more you understand about your level of hearing loss and the solutions that are available to you, the greater the chances are that you will be completely satisfied with your investment in better hearing. Read more. In fact, hearing loss typically happens to us very slowly, over a long time, so it’s easy to miss. And it’s more common than you might think. That’s more than 31 million people. And as the Baby Boomer generation continues to age, that number promises to increase dramatically. Hearing loss can be caused by exposure to noise, diabetes or other factors, but most often it’s simply a result of aging. The good news is that most hearing loss is mild and treatable. There is no reason to tough it out or to be left out when you could easily be getting more out of life.
You can stop asking people to repeat themselves. You can turn down the TV so the neighbors on the next block aren’t hearing it, too. With treatment, you’ll be able to stay involved in all the activities you enjoy and live life to its fullest again. Hearing begins when sound waves enter your outer ear (you know, the visible portion of the ear located on the outside of the head) and are channeled down your auditory canal, a tube-like passageway lined with tiny hairs and small glands that produce earwax. Which sounds like things you might find at the town forge but stick with us here. The hammer then moves the anvil, which moves the stirrup, transmitting the vibrations into your inner ear. The middle ear functions to amplify sound, which is why significant hearing loss can result from any disruption in any of its parts. And once these hair cells are gone, you can’t use Rogaine to make them come back. Hearing aids can be used to compensate. If you’re experiencing hearing loss, we can determine what’s not working as well as it should be. Then we’ll explain your options to you and help you choose the best solution for your hearing needs and your lifestyle. As your hearing loss increases, you may compensate by turning up the volume or by always asking people to repeat themselves. Denial is most people’s first reaction to hearing loss, followed by blaming others for mumbling or keeping the TV volume too low. We all tend to be stubborn, but the fact is, if your friends or family members are telling you that you have hearing loss, you probably do. Especially when you consider that your odds of having hearing loss are 1 in 5. It can drive your family nuts when they constantly have to repeat themselves or be driven out of the room by the volume of the TV. Seriously, hearing loss can lead to frustration, social withdrawal, and depression — even dementia. The best solution is to deal with hearing loss rather than act like it’s not a problem.
Researchers even have a name for this: they call it auditory deprivation. The longer you ignore your hearing loss, the more hearing you’ll lose that can never be recovered. Hearing aids can help, but only if you have enough hearing left to be saved. And the longer you live with hearing loss, the harder it is to adjust to using hearing aids. But don’t expect to have the best relationships. When people know they’ll constantly have to repeat themselves, they tend to save themselves the trouble by avoiding you. The right way to turn up the volume is with the use of professionally programmed hearing aids, so that you don’t have to turn up the volume on everyone else. Keep in mind that people resent being burdened when they know that someone could just as easily help themselves. Will the cheap hearing aids that you can buy online without evaluation, fitting or adjustment from a hearing professional improve your hearing? Not likely. Today you can choose from dozens of behind the ear, in ear or in the ear canal models. The newest models are sleek and small, with some types that fit completely inside the ear canal, making them nearly invisible. Second, if you are experiencing hearing loss, constantly asking people to repeat themselves, missing parts of the conversation, and responding inappropriately makes you seem old. Stay young by hearing clearly and participating in conversations with confidence and without hesitation. There’s a reason you have two ears; you use them both to locate the source of sounds, to maintain balance, and to hear sound clearly regardless of the direction it’s coming from. If you have hearing loss in both ears, you need two hearing aids. It’s all about value. How much is that worth to you. The hearing specialists at Hearcare, Inc.Call Us Today. Please upgrade your browser to improve your experience. We thank educational audiologist Tina Childress, MA,CCC-A, for sharing her list of apps for Android and iOS.