Uso da bobina de indução magnética em aparelhos de amplificação sonora individual: visão do usuário e do profissional fonoaudiólogo

Abstract

As a highly effective resource for information from other devices to the hearing aid, the magnetic induction coil captures the electromagnetic energy and converts electrical energy into bringing it directly to the amplifier without having to go through microphone. The objective of this study was to identify and raise awareness of the use and benefits of magnetic induction coil from users of hearing aid and Audiology professionals. The sample was composed of 30 hearing aid users (Group A) and 30 professionals (Group B) which have undergone a profile related to use and benefit of telecoil, developed by the authors themselves. Patients also answered a questionnaire for self-evaluation of the auditory handicap (HHIA). Results and Conclusion: The data showed that there were significant differences between verification of performance, external interference and use of various electronic devices with the coil between group A and group B. This shows that the groups have different views on these issues, which indicates a need for rapprochement between the two realities, substantiated by enhanced technical abilities by professionals as well as training and orientation of use for patients