Teleaudiology: Investigating the Online Applicability of Central Auditory Processing Tests

Zonguldak Bulent Ecevit University41 enrolled

Overview

The aim of this study is to evaluate the feasibility of applying central auditory processing tests online through teleaudiology. In this context, findings will be presented to increase the accessibility of these tests, with the goal of contributing new data to the existing literature on the usability of online tests in clinical practices. Additionally, investigating the applicability of central auditory processing tests on online platforms aims to provide valuable information regarding diagnostic and assessment processes for individuals who face limitations in accessing audiological evaluation.

Study Type

OBSERVATIONAL

Enrollment

Conditions

Central Auditory Processing Disorder Telehealth

Interventions

Teleaudiological testsDEVICE

Initially, the FPT, DPT, RGDT, and SSWT were administered face-to-face; one month later, the same tests were repeated via teleaudiology, with the audiologist and participant in separate rooms using identical laptops and headphones, without visual or auditory contact.

Eligibility

Sex: ALLMin age: 18 YearsMax age: 25 YearsHealthy volunteers:

Medical Language ↔ Plain English

Inclusion Criteria: * Air and bone-conduction hearing thresholds better than 20 dB HL were included in the study * 18-25 years old * Type A tympanogram * Mini mental test score : 24-30 * Normal otoscopic examination Exclusion Criteria: * Those who did not meet the inclusion criteria

Outcomes

Primary Outcomes

Number of participants who underwent face-to-face and teleaudiology central auditory processing tests

41 people were included

Time frame: November 2021-February 2022