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. Tue, 18 Aug 2026 13:36:27 +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 New research explores DNN denoising and Mandarin tone perception https://audiologyblog.phonakpro.com/new-research-explores-dnn-denoising-and-mandarin-tone-perception/ Tue, 18 Aug 2026 09:18:27 +0000 https://audiologyblog.phonakpro.com/?p=838139 A new study from PARC Shanghai, Shanghai Jiao Tong University, and Sonova researchers in Switzerland explores whether DNN denoising can preserve Mandarin lexical tone perception in noise.

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]]> Mild hearing loss and speech: What new research reveals https://audiologyblog.phonakpro.com/supporting-speech-development-in-children-with-mild-hearing-loss/ Tue, 11 Aug 2026 09:49:45 +0000 https://audiologyblog.phonakpro.com/?p=838113 New findings suggest that children with mild bilateral hearing loss may continue to experience speech production difficulties even when hearing aids are fitted early, highlighting the importance of ongoing monitoring throughout the preschool years.

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]]> A wish list for the first audiologist appointment https://audiologyblog.phonakpro.com/a-wish-list-for-the-first-audiologist-appointment/ Tue, 04 Aug 2026 09:12:02 +0000 https://audiologyblog.phonakpro.com/?p=838083 It’s not easy to walk through the clinic door for that first appointment. As a hearing care professional, you can ease the journey by following these tips.

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]]> Proper hearing loss language may drive better outcomes https://audiologyblog.phonakpro.com/proper-hearing-loss-language-may-drive-better-outcomes-2/ Thu, 30 Jul 2026 09:26:50 +0000 https://audiologyblog.phonakpro.com/?p=838092 Using person-centered language that acknowledges your patient’s struggles but also conveys respect is a good first step towards making the idea of wearing hearing devices more palatable.

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]]> New evidence on Roger™ technology for adults https://audiologyblog.phonakpro.com/new-evidence-on-roger-technology-for-adults/ Thu, 23 Jul 2026 07:44:28 +0000 https://audiologyblog.phonakpro.com/?p=838057 Adults with hearing loss often struggle to understand speech when conversations take place at a distance or in noisy environments, even with well-fitted hearing aids. A recent study investigated whether Roger technology can help overcome these everyday listening challenges.

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]]> How much space will AI take up in the hearing care professional’s toolbox? https://audiologyblog.phonakpro.com/how-much-space-will-ai-take-up-in-the-hearing-care-professionals-toolbox/ Wed, 15 Jul 2026 11:42:57 +0000 https://audiologyblog.phonakpro.com/?p=838047 Audiology has always evolved. As AI enters hearing care, the question is how we shape its role in clinical practice.

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]]> Spheric Speech Clarity can help adolescents hear in the real world https://audiologyblog.phonakpro.com/spheric-speech-clarity-can-help-adolescents-hear-in-the-real-world/ Tue, 07 Jul 2026 11:07:07 +0000 https://audiologyblog.phonakpro.com/?p=838014 In a real-world study, most adolescents preferred Spheric Speech Clarity in noisy environments where sounds changed quickly and speech came from different directions. Self-reported listening effort was also reduced by 15% compared to a traditional directional noise management system.

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]]> From preschool to primary school: What influences caregiver stress as children with hearing loss grow? https://audiologyblog.phonakpro.com/from-preschool-to-primary-school-what-influences-caregiver-stress-as-children-with-hearing-loss-grow/ Tue, 30 Jun 2026 11:09:45 +0000 https://audiologyblog.phonakpro.com/?p=838000 As children with hearing loss grow, the challenges and concerns experienced by families may shift over time. Researchers from the LOCHI study explored the factors associated with caregiver stress at two important stages of childhood.

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]]> What can hearing care professionals consider when appointments involve spoken-language interpreters? https://audiologyblog.phonakpro.com/what-can-hearing-care-professionals-consider-when-appointments-involve-spoken-language-interpreters/ Tue, 23 Jun 2026 11:50:45 +0000 https://audiologyblog.phonakpro.com/?p=837983 A recent study highlights how briefing and debriefing may support shared understanding during interpreter-supported appointments.

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]]> Why do greater hearing difficulties not always lead to hearing aid adoption? https://audiologyblog.phonakpro.com/why-do-greater-hearing-difficulties-not-always-lead-to-hearing-aid-adoption/ Fri, 19 Jun 2026 07:12:24 +0000 https://audiologyblog.phonakpro.com/?p=837942 Hearing loss alone does not fully explain why some people adopt hearing aids while others do not. This study highlights the potential role of cognitive and affective factors in shaping rehabilitation decisions.

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