Phonak Audiology Blog – Phonak Pro – life is on https://audiologyblog.phonakpro.com/ The Phonak Audiology Blog presents audiological topics, research and hearing technology updates from experts at Phonak and across the hearing industry. Thu, 16 Apr 2026 13:01:23 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.8.2 https://audiologyblog.phonakpro.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/07/cropped-cropped-favicon-1-100x100.png Phonak Audiology Blog – Phonak Pro – life is on https://audiologyblog.phonakpro.com/ 32 32 What recent research shows about supporting identity and confidence in hearing care https://audiologyblog.phonakpro.com/what-recent-research-shows-about-supporting-identity-and-confidence-in-hearing-care/ https://audiologyblog.phonakpro.com/what-recent-research-shows-about-supporting-identity-and-confidence-in-hearing-care/#respond Thu, 16 Apr 2026 07:21:48 +0000 https://audiologyblog.phonakpro.com/?p=837645 Key takeaways from the IJA special issue on stigma and hearing loss can help clinicians support identity, confidence, and everyday participation in hearing care conversations.

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]]> https://audiologyblog.phonakpro.com/what-recent-research-shows-about-supporting-identity-and-confidence-in-hearing-care/feed/ 0 Infinio Ultra: Innovation through collaboration and data science https://audiologyblog.phonakpro.com/infinio-ultra-innovation-through-collaboration-and-data-science/ https://audiologyblog.phonakpro.com/infinio-ultra-innovation-through-collaboration-and-data-science/#respond Tue, 07 Apr 2026 08:15:51 +0000 https://audiologyblog.phonakpro.com/?p=836897 Daniel Probst, Senior Director and Principal Expert in Usage Performance, shares how Infinio Ultra came together through teamwork, advanced data science, and a shared commitment to real-world benefit.

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]]> https://audiologyblog.phonakpro.com/infinio-ultra-innovation-through-collaboration-and-data-science/feed/ 0 Measuring real-world listening in children https://audiologyblog.phonakpro.com/measuring-real-world-listening-in-children/ Tue, 31 Mar 2026 09:59:48 +0000 https://audiologyblog.phonakpro.com/?p=837570 A new listening comprehension test has the potential to provide valuable insight into how young children listen in quiet and noisy environments, helping to reveal functional listening challenges that may not be captured by traditional assessments.

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]]> Inside the Phonak Audiology Research Center, USA https://audiologyblog.phonakpro.com/inside-the-phonak-audiology-research-center-parc-usa/ https://audiologyblog.phonakpro.com/inside-the-phonak-audiology-research-center-parc-usa/#comments Thu, 26 Mar 2026 07:01:24 +0000 https://audiologyblog.phonakpro.com/?p=837497 A PARC series highlighting Phonak research centers worldwide, where clinical questions become clinical evidence.

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]]> https://audiologyblog.phonakpro.com/inside-the-phonak-audiology-research-center-parc-usa/feed/ 1 ACHIEVE in practice: A patient-centered approach to auditory rehabilitation https://audiologyblog.phonakpro.com/achieve-in-practice-a-patient-centered-approach-to-auditory-rehabilitation-ar/ Tue, 24 Mar 2026 10:46:31 +0000 https://audiologyblog.phonakpro.com/?p=837535 Clinical Research Audiologist Dr. Sarah Faucette outlines the four core AR components used in the ACHIEVE Study and practical ways to apply them in routine fittings and follow-ups.

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]]> Words matter: Let’s change the conversation https://audiologyblog.phonakpro.com/words-matter-lets-change-the-conversation/ Tue, 17 Mar 2026 07:24:04 +0000 https://audiologyblog.phonakpro.com/?p=837433 Just like in a recipe, one word can shift the outcome. In clinic, it can shape motivation and action.

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]]> Improving how sound is described https://audiologyblog.phonakpro.com/when-sound-is-hard-to-put-into-words/ Tue, 10 Mar 2026 07:58:00 +0000 https://audiologyblog.phonakpro.com/?p=837456 Why intuitive sound descriptions often fall short, and how a new research-based questionnaire aims to bridge the gap between listeners and developers.

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]]> Phonak continues to lead with freely accessible evidence https://audiologyblog.phonakpro.com/phonak-continues-to-lead-with-freely-accessible-evidence/ https://audiologyblog.phonakpro.com/phonak-continues-to-lead-with-freely-accessible-evidence/#comments Tue, 03 Mar 2026 08:44:19 +0000 https://audiologyblog.phonakpro.com/?p=837362 An updated analysis by an independent consultant compared freely accessible evidence across six major hearing aid brands. The results reinforce Phonak’s commitment to making evidence easy to find and practical to use in clinic.

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]]> Everyday signs a child may benefit from a hearing evaluation https://audiologyblog.phonakpro.com/everyday-signs-a-child-may-benefit-from-a-hearing-evaluation/ Mon, 16 Feb 2026 09:10:19 +0000 https://audiologyblog.phonakpro.com/?p=837390 World Hearing Day reminds us that early support can change outcomes for children. With this year’s theme, “From communities to classrooms: hearing care for all children,” hearing care professionals can help families and educators know when everyday signs suggest a hearing evaluation.

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