ASHA warns that portable music players are dangerous
Rehab Regs, December 23, 2005
The American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA) recently released a warning that portable music players such as MP3 players and iPods are damaging to people's hearing if not used properly.
ASHA says many users listen to the devices too long and too loud, causing noise-induced hearing loss that occurs gradually over time. Nearly 10 million Americans experience hearing loss as a result of noise exposure.
ASHA recommends the following tips to reduce hearing loss:
- Consider upgrading earbuds, which sit inside the ear, to sound isolating earphones that go around the ear
- Limit the time listening to the player
- Keep the volume down
Loud noise above 85 decibels can cause permanent hearing loss, and the players are capable of producing sound levels anywhere from 85 to 120 decibels.
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