Teleaudiology Services for Rehabilitation With Hearing Aids in Adults: A Systematic Review
Journal of Speech, Language, and Hearing Research
Tao, K. F. M., Brennan-Jones, C. G., et al. (2018).
Journal of Speech, Language, and Hearing Research, 61(7), 1831-1849.
This systematic review investigates the provision of audiology services via telepractice for the rehabilitation of adults with hearing aids.
CAPES Foundation (Brazil); Ear Science Institute Australia
Through May 20, 2017
Quantitative and qualitative studies (not further specified)
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<div>Telepractice, or teleaudiology, is a promising modality for providing remote rehabilitative services for the fitting and maintenance of hearing aid devices in adults with hearing loss. The limited amount of low quality evidence available indicates:</div>
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<li>The amount of time to complete hearing aid fitting and maintenance procedures via telepractice may increase in time with untrained support staff.</li>
<li>The quality of fitting consultation services for new hearing aid users via telepractice are similar to services in person.</li>
<li>The effectiveness of teleaudiology services needs further research to determine validity and reliability.</li>
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