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Therapist-Guided Telerehabilitation: A New Frontier in Cochlear Implant Therapy

Therapist-Guided Telerehabilitation: A New Frontier in Cochlear Implant Therapy

The landscape of cochlear implant rehabilitation is evolving, driven by the increasing prevalence of age-related hearing loss and the growing demand for accessible therapy solutions. A recent study titled "Therapist-Guided Telerehabilitation for Adult Cochlear Implant Users: Developmental and Feasibility Study" offers promising insights into how telerehabilitation can enhance therapy outcomes for cochlear implant users.

Understanding the Study

Conducted by a multidisciplinary team, the study developed and evaluated a novel internet-based teletherapeutic system named Train2hear. This platform allows adult cochlear implant users to perform well-structured and therapist-guided hearing rehabilitation sessions independently.

Key Findings

Implications for Practitioners

For speech-language pathologists and therapists, these findings underscore the potential of telerehabilitation to complement traditional face-to-face therapy. Here are some actionable insights:

Encouraging Further Research

While the initial findings are promising, further research is needed to explore long-term adherence and the effectiveness of telerehabilitation in diverse populations. Practitioners are encouraged to engage in research initiatives and pilot programs to gather more data and refine these digital therapeutic tools.

Conclusion

Train2hear represents a significant advancement in cochlear implant rehabilitation, offering a scalable, adaptive, and user-friendly solution for auditory training. As we move towards a more digital healthcare landscape, integrating telerehabilitation into practice can lead to better outcomes and increased accessibility for patients.

To read the original research paper, please follow this link: Therapist-Guided Telerehabilitation for Adult Cochlear Implant Users: Developmental and Feasibility Study.


Citation: Eysenbach, G., McGraw, D., Waite, M., Vlter, C., Schirmer, C., Hinsen, D., Roeber, M., Dazert, S., & Bilda, K. (2020). Therapist-Guided Telerehabilitation for Adult Cochlear Implant Users: Developmental and Feasibility Study. JMIR Rehabilitation and Assistive Technologies, 7(1), e15843. https://doi.org/10.2196/15843
Marnee Brick, President, TinyEYE Therapy Services

Author's Note: Marnee Brick, TinyEYE President, and her team collaborate to create our blogs. They share their insights and expertise in the field of Speech-Language Pathology, Online Therapy Services and Academic Research.

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