Video Otoscopy: A Quantitative View of the Relationship Between External Ear Keratin Status and Succ - Softcover

Max Stanley Chartrand PhD

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0982775601 ISBN 13: 9780982775608

Publisher: DigiCare Behavioral Research, 2010

Synopsis

This book is a 'must have' resource for every hearing professional and provides the tools necessary to provide the best in patient care when dealing with the hearing impaired. Following the techniques describe in this text will significantly improve your fitting success. Too many people are convinced that they cannot wear hearing aids. This is due, in large part, to problems in fitting patients with assistive devices that both comfortable and effective. Dr. Chartrand notes: "Despite unprecedented progress in hearing aid and assistive technology, manufacturers and clinicians have continued to lose ground in penetrating an otherwise rapidly growing hearing impaired market ... the industry has continued to experience a return for credit (RFC) rate of almost 20%, uncountable in-office shell and earmold modifications, and costly factory remakes." By following the strategies and procedures detailed in his text, the practitioner employs time-proven tools to provide the best fit for patients, every time. In most cases, failure to fit is the result of unhealthy ears. Once the underlying issues are resolved, fitting success rises substantially. As Dr. Chartrand notes, it is very realistic to reduce Returns for Credit from 20% down to a mere 3%. The book includes a full color biomarker atlas for use with video otoscopy. Biomarkers discussed include bone health, cartilage health (3 types), circulatory health, epithelial health and cellular pH. Also discussed are cerumen management, the important and health of the keratin layer and the impact of the neuro-reflexes in the ear. The principles described in "Video Otoscopy" are the culmination of over 30 years of research and experience. It is a compilation of quantitative research exploring the correlation between external auditory canal (EAC) keratin status and success in patient adaptation to wearing hearing aids.

Edition details

• Publisher: DigiCare Behavioral Research
• Publication date: 2010
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0982775601
• ISBN 13: 9780982775608
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 175