Phonak Audeo B Series, Training Manual

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44 Phonak VA DALC Training Guide
The Phonak Tinnitus Balance Portfolio consists of three key elements of tinnitus management: hearing aids, broadband noise generator
and sound enrichment via a smartphone app. With these three elements you have the flexibility to create an individualized tinnitus
management plan for your patient based on your chosen tinnitus management approach. The Phonak Tinnitus Balance Portfolio is a
comprehensive and flexible solution to support each of your tinnitus patients, regardless of hearing loss, lifestyle needs or severity of
tinnitus.
Phonak Tinnitus Balance Portfolio
Phonak Tinnitus Balance hearing aids
For many patients, amplification is an effective first step in managing their tinnitus. The amplified sounds from a properly fitted hearing
aid is often an effective form of sound therapy, providing distraction from the tinnitus and reducing the stress associated with
compromised hearing. For additional sound therapy support, a broadband noise generator can be enabled within Phonak Target™ fitting
software.
Phonak Tinnitus Balance hearing aids are Audéo Q RIC and Phonak Venture products in all form factors.
The Tinnitus Balance noise generator is available in all form factors of Phonak Venture and Phonak Audéo Q hearing aids. The noise
provides a means of sound enrichment that can be used as part of a tinnitus management program.
The spectral characteristics of the noise can be adjusted to meet each client’s specific needs. The default characteristics are calculated
based on the client’s audiogram; alternatively, white or pink noise can be selected. The noise generator can be incorporated into the
automatic program or as an additional manual program
Using Phonak Target™, the hearing care professional is able to:
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Adjust spectral characteristics such as bandwidth and volume level of the noise
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Select in which program(s) (automatic or manual) the noise generator is enabled
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Create a noise-only program
The Tinnitus Balance noise generator provides a means of sound enrichment that can be used as part of a tinnitus management program
to provide temporary relief from tinnitus.
Phonak Tinnitus Balance noise generator