The disuse of hearing aids in elderly people diagnosed with a presbycusis at an old age home, in Johannesburg, South Africa: a pilot study

Conclusion: There are different reasons for disuse of hearing aids in elderly patients. Audiologists should ensure that  hearing aids selection is patient specific and inclusive. Expectations of the elderly regarding hearing aids benefits and limitations should also be addressed by audiologists before fitting hearing aids.Keywords: Elderly, hearing aids, hearing loss, audiologists.
Source: African Health Sciences - Category: African Health Source Type: research