Aural Rehabilitation

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Aural Rehabilitation

Aural Rehabilitation (pronunciation: aw-ral re-ha-bi-li-ta-tion) is a specialized field of Audiology that focuses on helping people with hearing loss to improve their communication abilities. The term is derived from the Latin word "auris" meaning ear, and the English word "rehabilitation" which refers to the process of restoring someone to health or normal life.

Definition

Aural Rehabilitation, also known as Audiologic Rehabilitation, is an eclectic field that encompasses various interventions aimed at minimizing and alleviating the communication difficulties associated with hearing loss. These interventions include hearing aids, cochlear implants, assistive listening devices, and speech reading.

History

The field of Aural Rehabilitation has its roots in the post-World War II era when there was a significant need to help war veterans who had suffered hearing loss. The field has since evolved and expanded to include not only adults but also children with hearing loss.

Components

Aural Rehabilitation is a comprehensive program that can include various components such as:

  • Hearing Aid Fitting and Orientation: This involves the selection, fitting, and fine-tuning of hearing aids or cochlear implants.
  • Auditory Training: This involves training the brain to listen and understand sounds, especially speech sounds, with the help of hearing aids or cochlear implants.
  • Speech Reading: This involves teaching individuals to use visual cues such as lip movements and facial expressions to understand speech.
  • Counseling and Education: This involves educating individuals and their families about hearing loss and providing emotional support to help them cope with the challenges associated with hearing loss.

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