Knowledge, Attitude and Practices (KAP) regarding hearing health and noise-induced hearing loss among folk/light music professionals from Chennai

Vol 14 No 3 (2024)

Section : Original Articles

Musicians are exposed to music at high intensities and are at risk for developing noise-induced hearing loss (NIHL). Since hearing is so important to their career, they deserve special consideration. To avoid the deleterious effects of loud music, professionals should be sensitized to noise exposure and the use of strategies to prevent NIHL. The current study aimed to assess the knowledge and attitude towards noise-induced hearing disorders and hearing-conservativepractices among professionalmusicians.