Sensorineural hearing loss results from damage to the inner ear or auditory nerve and is the most common type of permanent hearing loss. This book explores its causes, including noise exposure, aging, genetics, and ototoxicity. It covers diagnostic audiology, auditory pathophysiology, and management options such as hearing aids and cochlear implants. Counseling and communication strategies for affected individuals are also discussed. The book emphasizes the importance of early identification, rehabilitation, and client education. Suitable for audiologists, hearing specialists, and rehabilitation professionals, it provides a clinical approach to managing sensorineural hearing loss.
Philisiwe Ndlazi is an audiologist and academic whose research addresses sensorineural hearing loss and auditory rehabilitation. She investigates genetic, occupational, and environmental contributors to hearing impairment. Her publications examine diagnostic advancements and hearing aid efficacy across age groups. She has participated in community hearing screening programs and policy advocacy for hearing conservation. Her interests also include cochlear pathology and auditory signal processing.