Abstract
This research assessed the relationship between hearing aid usage and quality of life in individuals with hearing impairment, exploring associated demographic and clinical factors. Data from 500 individuals at a tertiary care facility were collected over a year through medical records and an online questionnaire. Quality of life was gauged using WHOQOL-BREF and HHIE. Multiple linear regression analysed the correlation between hearing aid usage and quality of life, adjusting for age, gender, hearing loss severity, and socioeconomic factors. Descriptive statistics showed varying degrees of hearing impairment, socioeconomic status, hearing aid usage, and quality-of-life scores. Bivariate analyses found significant correlations between hearing impairment level, socioeconomic status, hearing aid usage, and quality of life. Linear regression highlighted a positive relationship between daily hearing aid usage duration and quality-of-life scores, even after adjusting for covariates. Variations in quality-of-life ratings were observed between hearing aid users and non-users, spanning different hearing loss levels and socioeconomic statuses. Subgroup analysis showed a positive correlation between hearing aid use and quality of life across age groups. The study confirms the positive influence of hearing aids on the quality of life in hearing-impaired individuals, emphasizing the benefits of consistent use. Further studies should probe the specific domains and long-term adherence impacts. The online version contains supplementary material available at 10.1007/s12070-023-04297-w.
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