Real Ear Measures - Yesterday & Today-Real Ear Measures

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The video transcript is a presentation on real ear measurement and its importance in fitting hearing aids. The speaker discusses the history and evolution of real ear measurement, emphasizing the need for objective measures and verification in fitting hearing aids. He explains the components of real ear systems and the process of calibration to account for the effect of the ear canal on measurements. The speaker highlights the importance of using real ear measurement to objectively assess the performance of hearing aids and ensure that they are meeting the individual needs of the client. He also addresses common objections to using real ear measurement and emphasizes that it is the responsibility of the clinician to fine-tune and fit the hearing aid, not the manufacturer. The speaker concludes by discussing the differences between real ear measurement and manufacturer software predictions, and the importance of using real ear to verify the performance of hearing aids. Overall, the presentation emphasizes the importance of real ear measurement in fitting hearing aids and ensuring that they are providing optimal performance for the client.

Keywords

real ear measurement

fitting hearing aids

objective measures

verification

history

evolution

components

calibration

ear canal

performance