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Titre : | Evaluation of hearing protection device effectiveness for musicians (2023) |
Auteurs : | Kathryn Crawford, Auteur ; Krista Willenbring, Auteur ; Faryle Nothwehr, Auteur ; Stephanie Fleckenstein, Auteur ; T. Renee Anthony, Auteur |
Type de document : | Article |
Dans : | International Journal of Audiology IJA (Vol. 62, n° 3, Mars 2023) |
Article en page(s) : | p. 238-244 |
Note générale : | https://doi-org.ezproxy.vinci.be/10.1080/14992027.2022.2035831 |
Langues: | Anglais |
Descripteurs : |
HE Vinci Audiométrie ; Conservation auditive ; Dispositifs de protection des oreilles ; MusicienAutres descripteurs Attenuation |
Résumé : |
Objective
To evaluate musicians personal attenuation and perceptions of three types of hearing protection devices (HPDs): formable foam earplugs and both non-custom and custom versions of uniform attenuation earplugs (UAEs) marketed to musicians. Design A mixed-methods approach was used to evaluate the HPDs. Audiometric testing obtained hearing levels at baseline and with each HPD across frequencies (1258000 Hz) to determine personal attenuation ratings and uniformity of attenuation. Participants completed surveys over six months regarding how often they used the HPDs and their perceptions about wearing them. Study sample Twenty-four musicians were recruited to participate. Results Substantial variability was observed in the attenuation achieved among participants for each HPD type, but custom UAEs provided the most consistent attenuation across frequencies. Participants HPD preferences were influenced by multiple factors including personal instrument and specific activity. Custom UAEs were most frequently used but usage rates continually decreased over the 6-month period. Conclusions Fit-testing is important to determine fit and sizing. Combining information on the effectiveness of HPDs with musicians opinions about wearing them can inform recommendations for which types may be the most effective and feasible options for reducing sound exposures. |
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En ligne : | https://login.ezproxy.vinci.be/login?url=https://www.tandfonline.com/doi/full/10.1080/14992027.2022.2035831 |