Prevalence of Noise-Induced Hearing Loss in Middle and High School Band Members: A Preliminary Study
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Prevalence of Noise-Induced Hearing Loss in Middle and High School Band Members: A Preliminary Study
Abstract
Objective: This study was aimed at determining the risk of developing noise-induced hearing loss (NIHL) in middle school band (MSB) and high school band (HSB) members.
Method: Between-group comparison of hearing thresholds. Eleven MSB members and 6 MSNB controls, 20 HSB members and 5 HSNB controls.
Results: Sixty-four percent of school-age band members presented with 15 dB HL or greater notch at 4,000 or 6,000 Hz in at least one ear. The high school students were slightly more likely to present with a notch.
Conclusions: Results indicate that participation in band even as early as middle school increases the risk of developing NIHL, and that the longer the participation the higher the risk. Steps to insure hearing preservation in school-age band members are recommended.
Keywords: Adolescents; Musicians; Noise-induced hearing loss.
© 2019 S. Karger AG, Basel.
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