Physical Activity May Protect Older Adults From Hearing Loss
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Physical activity may protect older adults from hearing loss
Researchers from the Department of Communication Sciences and Disorders (COMD) have partnered with faculty from across the Arnold School and USC to complete a study investigating the connections among physical function, blood pressure, hearing and cognition among older adults. Published in Scientific Reports, the team found that participants who maintained higher levels of physical function (i.e., engaging in everyday physical activities) were less likely to experience hearing loss.
Many elderly people suffer from hearing loss, some even experiencing severe hearing impairment, making it difficult to communicate with others. Recent research suggests that if older adults engage in regular physical activity, they may be able to avoid hearing loss.
Maintaining hearing with age can help to maintain physical activity, which has been shown by the research of scientists.
Systolic blood pressure does not appear to be a significant predictor of hearing loss or cognitive performance in healthy older adults, a study has shown.
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