Explore the concept of "hidden" hearing loss with UCLA audiologist Alison Grimes, AuD, in this informative 22-minute talk. Learn about the often-undetected hearing deficits caused by exposure to unsafe sound levels from smartphones, audio devices, and loud entertainment venues. Discover why these hearing issues may not appear in standard tests and understand the differences between age-related and hidden hearing loss. Gain insights into healthy lifestyle tips for hearing protection, the impact of background noise, and the effectiveness of hearing aids. Address common concerns about tinnitus, lipreading, and hearing aid maintenance. Conclude with essential health tips and answers to frequently asked questions about hearing health and hearing aid use.
Hidden Hearing Loss - Alison Grimes, AuD - UCLAMDChat
University of California, Los Angeles via YouTube
Overview
Syllabus
Intro
What is Hidden Hearing Loss
Hidden Hearing Loss Explained
AgeRelated Hearing Loss
Hidden Hearing Loss
Telephone Line Analogy
Healthy Lifestyle Tips
Background Noise
Do Hearing Aids Work
Tinnitus
Lipreading
Summary
Twitter Questions
Tinnitus Treatment
Will my hearing get better if I wear hearing aids
How often do I have to change the batteries
Why do I need to clean my hearing aids
Most important health tips
Taught by
UCLA Health
