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The Brain's Adaptive Mechanism for Hearing Loss: Modulation of Cochlear Nerve Fibers

A deeper understanding of how the brain regulates sound perception through inner ear nerve fibers could transform the way hearing loss is diagnosed and managed. In this conversation, Dr. John Oghalai explores groundbreaking research that uncovers the brain’s role in modulating cochlear nerve fibers to adjust sound levels in response to hearing loss. These findings provide new insights into auditory processing and may help explain conditions such as hyperacusis and tinnitus, offering potential pathways for future treatment approaches. Dr. Oghalai further explores the implications of these findings for future treatments and personalized hearing care. He also shares how advanced imaging technologies like optical coherence tomography (OCT) could one day revolutionize the diagnosis and management of hearing disorders, potentially leading to more effective and tailored therapeutic approaches. This discussion provides a detailed look at the evolving landscape of hearing research and its potential impact on patient care. Learn more about the work being conducted in Dr. Oghalai's lab: https://oghalailab.usc.edu/research/ Be sure to subscribe to our channel for the latest episodes each week and follow This Week in Hearing on LinkedIn and X (formerly Twitter).   / weekinhearing     / this-week-in-hearing   Audio podcast can be found on all major platforms, including Apple & Spotify: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/sh... TIMESTAMPS 00:00 Intro 01:02 Background - Dr. John Oghalai 02:37 Cochlear research 04:09 Optical Coherence Tomography (OCT) 05:24 How does the brain control the cochlea? 07:48 Possible mechanism for hyperacusis and tinnitus? 09:00 Transitioning to human research 12:38 Imaging the cochlea in humans - Cochlea Scope 13:50 Improving future hearing loss treatment 16:33 Golden age for audiology? 20:40 Future outlook ‪@KeckMedUSC‬ ‪@KeckSchoolUSC‬