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Acoustic Theory of Speech Production

Acoustic Theory of Speech Production: The acoustic theory of speech production delves into the mechanics of how our vocal apparatus produces sound, enabling us to express thoughts, emotions, and ideas. This article aims to unravel the secrets of speech production,...

Overview of Speech Production and Speech Mechanism

Overview of Speech Production and Speech Mechanism: Communication is a fundamental aspect of human interaction, and speech production is at the heart of this process. Behind every spoken word lies a series of intricate steps that allow us to convey our thoughts and...

Definitions of Speech Language and Communication

Definitions of Speech Language and Communication:  Speech involves the physical production of sounds and words, language is a system of symbols and grammar used for meaningful communication, and communication encompasses the entire process of exchanging information...

Components of Speech Language and Communication

Components of Speech Language and Communication: An intentional, active two-way message exchange is communication. Humans converse with one another for a variety of reasons, including amusement. We see and take part in a range of communicative engagements every day....

Anatomy and Physiology of Speech and Hearing

Overview of Speech Production and Speech Mechanism

Overview of Speech Production and Speech Mechanism: Communication is a fundamental aspect of human interaction, and speech production is at the heart of this process. Behind every spoken word lies a series of intricate steps that allow us to convey our thoughts and...

Electronics and Acoustics

Acoustic Theory of Speech Production

Acoustic Theory of Speech Production: The acoustic theory of speech production delves into the mechanics of how our vocal apparatus produces sound, enabling us to express thoughts, emotions, and ideas. This article aims to unravel the secrets of speech production,...

Hearing Aid (HA) and its Components

Hearing Aid (HA) and its Components: Hearing aids are devices that boost sound levels so the patient can hear them. This process is called amplification. Most simply, a hearing aid amplifies sounds just like a megaphone, except the amplified sound is directed right...

Research Methods and Statistics

Professional Code of Ethics – ISHA

Professional Code of Ethics - ISHA: A written set of guidelines issued by an organization to its workers and management to help them conduct their actions in accordance with its primary values and standards. Need of Ethics To define expected and unaccepted behavior To...

Neurology

Autism Symptoms Adult Women and Men

Autism Symptoms Adult Women and Men: Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) is a multifaceted neurodevelopmental disorder characterized by variable expression. Most of what we know about autism has been centered around diagnosing it in children and then understanding how to...

Dysarthria vs Aphasia vs Apraxia of Speech (AOS)

Dysarthria vs Aphasia vs Apraxia of Speech (AOS): Dysarthria, aphasia, and apraxia of speech (AOS) are among the speech and language disorders that can present unique challenges in diagnosis due to symptom overlap and comorbidity. The differences between dysarthria,...

How to do an Oral Mechanism Exam

How to do an Oral Mechanism Exam: The Oral Mechanism Exam, often referred to as the Oral Peripheral Mechanism Examination (OPME), is a comprehensive assessment conducted by speech-language pathologists, dentists, and other healthcare professionals. It aims to evaluate...

Definition of Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)

Definition of Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD): Autism spectrum disorder is a condition related to brain development that impacts how a person perceives and socializes with others, causing problems in social interaction and communication. The disorder also includes...

Nervous Systems of the Human Body

Nervous System of the Human Body: It is the Master Controlling and Communicating System of the Body. The Nervous System Controls and Coordinates all Essential Functions of the Human Body. Function of the Nervous System: Sensory Function Integrative Function Motor...

Otolaryngology

Tinnitus and Medical line of Treatment

Tinnitus and Medical line of Treatment: Tinnitus is the abnormal perception of sounds for which there is no external stimulus (see, e.g., Tyler, 2000 2006; Snow 2004; Henry, Dennis, & Schechter 2005). Tinnitus is typically associated with a wide variety of...

What is Hearing Loss and its type?

What is Hearing Loss and its type?: Hearing, or auditory perception, is the ability to perceive sounds through an organ, such as an ear, by detecting vibrations as periodic changes in the pressure of a surrounding medium. Hearing Loss A person who is not able to hear...

Disorders of Vestibular System

Disorders of vestibular system cause vertigo and are divided into: Peripheral, which involve vestibular end organs and their 1st order neurons (i.e. the vestibular nerve). The cause lies in the internal ear or the VIIIth nerve. They are responsible for 85% of all...

Introduction to Audiology

Cookie Bite Hearing Loss: Reverse | Dementia | Best Hearing Aids

Cookie Bite Hearing Loss: Reverse | Dementia | Best Hearing Aids - "Cookie bite" hearing loss is a distinctive pattern of auditory impairment identified through audiograms, where a characteristic dip or notch appears in the mid-frequency range, resembling the shape of...

Degree of Hearing Loss Chart – ASHA | ANSI | WHO

Degree of Hearing Loss Chart - ASHA | ANSI | WHO: Hearing loss is a prevalent condition that significantly affects an individual's quality of life. The ability to classify the degree of hearing loss is essential for accurate diagnosis and appropriate interventions....

PIPB Function – Procedure and Application

PIPB Function - Procedure and Application: Patient's speech recognition performance depends on the intensity of the test materials. It is called the PIPB ( Performance Intensity Phonetically Balanced) Function Test when phonemically balanced PB words are used....

Audiology Masking – AC and BC | Interaural Attenuation | Dilemma

Audiology Masking - AC and BC | Interaural Attenuation | Dilemma: Assuming, you know, sounds that are presented which arrive at the right ear are played in the right ear, and that Sounds that are presented via the left ear are perceived by the left ear. But this...

What is Hearing Loss and its type?

What is Hearing Loss and its type?: Hearing, or auditory perception, is the ability to perceive sounds through an organ, such as an ear, by detecting vibrations as periodic changes in the pressure of a surrounding medium. Hearing Loss A person who is not able to hear...

Amplification Devices

Types of Earmolds for Hearing Aid – Skeleton | Custom

Types of Earmolds for Hearing Aid - Skeleton | Custom: The world of hearing aids is full of different choices. There are so many options made just for people with different levels of hearing loss. At the center of all variety, we find important parts called earmolds...

Procedure for Selecting Earmold and Earshell

Procedure for Selecting Earmold and Earshell: When it comes to optimizing the acoustic performance of hearing aids, the selection of Earmold and Earshell Types plays a pivotal role in achieving the desired outcomes. Understanding the diverse options available and the...

Ear Impression Techniques for Earmolds and Earshells

Ear Impression Techniques for Earmolds and Earshells: One such critical process in audiology and hearing aid fabrication is the Ear Impression Technique — a delicate balance of precision and meticulousness. This approach begins by analyzing the ear canal using...

What Level of Hearing Loss requires a Hearing Aid?

What Level of Hearing Loss requires a Hearing Aid? Guide for choosing suitable Hearing aids according to types (BTE, RIC, CIC etc.) and Reciever (Medium power, power and super power) based on degree of hearing loss (minimal, mild, moderate, Moderately severe, severe,...

Hearing Aid (HA) and its Components

Hearing Aid (HA) and its Components: Hearing aids are devices that boost sound levels so the patient can hear them. This process is called amplification. Most simply, a hearing aid amplifies sounds just like a megaphone, except the amplified sound is directed right...

Diagnostic Audiology: Behavioural Tests

Assessment of Central Auditory Processing Disorder (CAPD)

Assessment of Central Auditory Processing Disorder (CAPD): Jerger and Musiek suggested Minimal Test Battery for CAPD includes Screening Tests, Behavioral Tests and Electrophysiological Tests. Minimal Test Battery Jerger and Musiek (2000) discussed a possible test...

Screening for Central Auditory Processing Disorder (CAPD)

Screening for Central Auditory Processing Disorder (CAPD): CAP screening assesses the possibility of existence of a CAPD and, in turn, can lead to possible referral for a comprehensive CAPD evaluation. Psychologists and speech-language pathologists are two...

Central Auditory Processing Disorder (CAPD)

Central Auditory Processing Disorder (CAPD): (Central) Auditory Processing (CAP) or auditory processing—is the perceptual processing of auditory information in the central auditory nervous system (CANS) and the neurobiological activity that underlies that processing...

Disorders of Vestibular System

Disorders of vestibular system cause vertigo and are divided into: Peripheral, which involve vestibular end organs and their 1st order neurons (i.e. the vestibular nerve). The cause lies in the internal ear or the VIIIth nerve. They are responsible for 85% of all...

Functional (Non organic) Hearing Loss or Pseudohypacusis

Functional (Non organic) Hearing Loss or Pseudohypacusis: Functional hearing loss involves a psychological or emotional problem, rather than physical damage to the hearing pathway. Individuals with this type of hearing loss do not seem to hear or respond; yet, in...

Diagnostic Audiology: Physiological Tests

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Implantable Hearing Devices

What is Rehabilitation and Habilitation?

What is Rehabilitation and Habilitation?: People with hearing loss benefit from auditory therapy, often known as hearing rehabilitation. People who have lost abilities can regain them with the aid of rehabilitation, or rehab for short. Rehab can help an older child or...

Paediatric Audiology

Auditory Neuropathy Spectrum Disorder (ANSD) Symptoms and Treatment

Auditory Neuropathy Spectrum Disorder (ANSD) Symptoms and Treatment: Auditory neuropathy/Auditory dyssynchrony or Auditory Neuropathy Spectrum Disorder (ANSD) is a form of hearing impairment in which neural transmission in the peripheral auditory system is impaired...

Assessment of Central Auditory Processing Disorder (CAPD)

Assessment of Central Auditory Processing Disorder (CAPD): Jerger and Musiek suggested Minimal Test Battery for CAPD includes Screening Tests, Behavioral Tests and Electrophysiological Tests. Minimal Test Battery Jerger and Musiek (2000) discussed a possible test...

Screening for Central Auditory Processing Disorder (CAPD)

Screening for Central Auditory Processing Disorder (CAPD): CAP screening assesses the possibility of existence of a CAPD and, in turn, can lead to possible referral for a comprehensive CAPD evaluation. Psychologists and speech-language pathologists are two...

Central Auditory Processing Disorder (CAPD)

Central Auditory Processing Disorder (CAPD): (Central) Auditory Processing (CAP) or auditory processing—is the perceptual processing of auditory information in the central auditory nervous system (CANS) and the neurobiological activity that underlies that processing...

What is Hearing Loss and its type?

What is Hearing Loss and its type?: Hearing, or auditory perception, is the ability to perceive sounds through an organ, such as an ear, by detecting vibrations as periodic changes in the pressure of a surrounding medium. Hearing Loss A person who is not able to hear...

Aural Rehabilitation in Children

What Level of Hearing Loss requires a Hearing Aid?

What Level of Hearing Loss requires a Hearing Aid? Guide for choosing suitable Hearing aids according to types (BTE, RIC, CIC etc.) and Reciever (Medium power, power and super power) based on degree of hearing loss (minimal, mild, moderate, Moderately severe, severe,...

Acoustic Theory of Speech Production

Acoustic Theory of Speech Production: The acoustic theory of speech production delves into the mechanics of how our vocal apparatus produces sound, enabling us to express thoughts, emotions, and ideas. This article aims to unravel the secrets of speech production,...

Speech Therapy Basic Concepts- Kids and Adults

Speech Therapy Basic Concepts- Kids and Adults: Speech therapy is a crucial field that aims to help individuals with speech and language disorders improve their communication skills. It involves various techniques and terminologies that professionals use to stimulate...

Speech and Language Stimulation Techniques and Terminologies

Speech and Language Stimulation Techniques and Terminologies: Speech therapists employ a range of techniques to stimulate speech and language development. There are numerous speech and language techniques and terminologies. Speech and Language Stimulation techniques...

Aural Rehabilitation in Adults

What Level of Hearing Loss requires a Hearing Aid?

What Level of Hearing Loss requires a Hearing Aid? Guide for choosing suitable Hearing aids according to types (BTE, RIC, CIC etc.) and Reciever (Medium power, power and super power) based on degree of hearing loss (minimal, mild, moderate, Moderately severe, severe,...

Types of Speech Therapy – Individual and Group Therapy

Types of Speech Therapy - Individual and Group Therapy: Speech therapy types can be valuable depending on the individual's needs, and speech therapists may use a combination of approaches to create a comprehensive and personalized treatment plan.  Individual and Group...

What is Rehabilitation and Habilitation?

What is Rehabilitation and Habilitation?: People with hearing loss benefit from auditory therapy, often known as hearing rehabilitation. People who have lost abilities can regain them with the aid of rehabilitation, or rehab for short. Rehab can help an older child or...

Audiology in Practice

Speech and Language Disability Percentage Calculation 

Speech and Language Disability Percentage Calculation: Thus, “speech and language disability” shall mean a permanent disability arising from one or more of the components of speech and language due to organic or neurological causes such as primary and secondary...

Professional Code of Ethics – ISHA

Professional Code of Ethics - ISHA: A written set of guidelines issued by an organization to its workers and management to help them conduct their actions in accordance with its primary values and standards. Need of Ethics To define expected and unaccepted behavior To...

Speech Therapy Set Up – Private Clinic and Government Hospital

Speech Therapy Set Up - Private Clinic and Government Hospital: Establishing a successful Speech Therapy Set Up - Private Clinic and Government Hospital requires: careful planning a dedicated team of qualified therapists, and a welcoming environment By providing...

Vestibular/Balance Disorders

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