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Applicability of the speech-language and hearing pathologist orientation associated with the use of amplification in the reduction of tinnitus

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Author(s):
Izabella Lima de Matos [1] ; Andressa Vital Rocha [2] ; Maria Fernanda Capoani Garcia Mondelli [3]
Total Authors: 3
Affiliation:
[1] Universidade de São Paulo. Faculdade de Odontologia de Bauru - Brasil
[2] Universidade de São Paulo. Faculdade de Odontologia de Bauru - Brasil
[3] Universidade de São Paulo. Faculdade de Odontologia de Bauru. Departamento de Fonoaudiologia - Brasil
Total Affiliations: 3
Document type: Journal article
Source: Audiol., Commun. Res.; v. 22, 2017-11-09.
Abstract

ABSTRACT Introduction Tinnitus has often been reported associated with auditory complaints. Purpose To verify the applicability of the speech-language and hearing pathologist orientation associated with the use of hearing aids (HAs) in the reduction of the tinnitus sensation. Methods Patients with tinnitus associated with hearing loss were selected. The study was developed in two stages: initial evaluation - after patient referral for HA adaptation and final evaluation - after three months of effective use of HAs. The groups were divided into three groups: Group A (8 individuals adapted to HA without orientation for tinnitus), Group B (8 individuals adapted with HA with verbal orientation for tinnitus), and Group C (8 individuals adapted to HA with verbal orientation associated with tinnitus support material). The sample responded to the Tinnitus Handicap Inventory (THI) at the first moment and after three months of effective use of the HA to measure a handicap modification for symptoms in its total score and in the three domains. For statistical analysis, applied tests were performed, adopting a level of significance less than 5%. Results All groups presented improvement in tinnitus, and better results were observed when the patient received guidance regarding tinnitus. In addition, it was observed that there was significant difference between the groups for only one emotional domain of the THI, in which group C presented better results than groups A and B (p<0.05). Conclusion The spech-language and hearing therapist orientation associated with the use of hearing aids may favor the reduction of tinnitus sensation. Clinical trials 4939 (AU)

FAPESP's process: 15/10956-0 - Verify the applicability of the speech guidance associated with the use of hearing aid devices in reducing tinnitus
Grantee:Izabella Lima de Matos
Support Opportunities: Scholarships in Brazil - Scientific Initiation