International Journal of Speech and Audiology
2022, Vol. 3, Issue 2, Part A
Concussion & Associated hearing loss in a soccer player: A single case study
Author(s): Nithin AK, Sherin Sara Johnson and Fashna Mustafa
Abstract: A concussion is a mild form of traumatic brain injury (mTBI) caused by a bump, blow, or jolt to the head. The primary injury in a mild concussion is a contusion (Bruising) of the brain. But in moderate to severe cases, haemorrhaging (Bleeding) of the brain can also occur. The most common causes of concussions are sports injuries, bicycle and car accidents, and falls. The aim of the present study was to use behavioural and electrophysiological assessments to analyse the connection between hearing loss & traumatic brain injury.Case report: The current study describes a 24-year-old male soccer player presented to the department with complaint of bilateral hearing loss with no other otological symptoms. History from the patient stated a hit on the right side of the head while playing soccer two weeks ago. Meanwhile, the patient had no hearing problems prior to the insult.Conclusion: The patient presented in this case study had gone through multiple tests including Behavioural, Physiological & Electrophysiological evaluation. All the evaluation leads to the conclusion that TBI does have an effect on the auditory system and can lead to hearing loss. The present study highlighted the specific impacts of the TBI on auditory function and therefore, the importance of receiving a full audiological assessment post TBI.
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Nithin AK, Sherin Sara Johnson and Fashna Mustafa. Concussion & Associated hearing loss in a soccer player: A single case study. International Journal of Speech and Audiology. 2022; 3(2): 01-05.
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