International Journal on Science and Technology

E-ISSN: 2229-7677     Impact Factor: 9.88

A Widely Indexed Open Access Peer Reviewed Multidisciplinary Bi-monthly Scholarly International Journal

Call for Paper Volume 16 Issue 2 April-June 2025 Submit your research before last 3 days of June to publish your research paper in the issue of April-June.

Effectiveness of Tele Audiology Services in Hearing Aid Fittings: A Questionnaire Based Study

Author(s) Anant Arun, Mangal Chandra Yadav
Country India
Abstract Introduction: The rise of tele audiology services has revolutionized the field of audiology, offering new possibilities for delivering hearing healthcare remotely. This study aimed to investigate the effectiveness of tele audiology services in the context of hearing aid fittings through a comprehensive questionnaire-based study. Aim: To evaluate the satisfaction levels and outcomes of individuals who underwent hearing aid fittings via tele audiology services as compared to traditional in-person fittings. Additionally, the study sought to identify the advantages and disadvantages perceived by participants in receiving tele audiology services for hearing aid fittings. Method: A total of 300 participants were enrolled in the study, with half undergoing hearing aid fittings remotely through tele audiology services and the other half through conventional in-person fittings. Participants completed a structured questionnaire that assessed various aspects of the fitting process, including satisfaction levels, communication effectiveness, and overall outcomes. Results: The results revealed that participants who received tele audiology services for hearing aid fittings reported comparable levels of satisfaction and outcomes to those who underwent in-person fittings. Notably, participants in the tele audiology group emphasized the convenience and time efficiency of remote services, while some expressed concerns regarding the lack of face-to-face interaction and personalized care. Discussion: The study provides valuable insights into the effectiveness of tele audiology services in the realm of hearing aid fittings. While tele audiology services demonstrate promising outcomes in terms of satisfaction and efficacy, further research is warranted to address issues related to individualized care and communication in remote settings. Conclusion: The study contributes to the ongoing discourse on the integration of tele audiology services in audiological practice, highlighting both benefits and areas for improvement in the delivery of hearing healthcare services.
Keywords Tele audiology, Hearing aid fittings, Remote healthcare, Patient satisfaction, Communication effectiveness
Published In Volume 16, Issue 1, January-March 2025
Published On 2025-02-11
Cite This Effectiveness of Tele Audiology Services in Hearing Aid Fittings: A Questionnaire Based Study - Anant Arun, Mangal Chandra Yadav - IJSAT Volume 16, Issue 1, January-March 2025. DOI 10.71097/IJSAT.v16.i1.1544
DOI https://doi.org/10.71097/IJSAT.v16.i1.1544
Short DOI https://doi.org/g85dm9

Share this