A good hearing aid will bring the sounds of the world back into your life. Reintroducing sensory impressions can be overwhelming if you’ve become used to hearing difficulties. This is normal for those new to hearing aids. You will need to be patient, give yourself time to get used to them, and follow helpful new […]
The Causes Of Ear Congestion and What You Can Do About It
Ear congestion is an example of one of the many uncomfortable symptoms you could experience when dealing with ailments that impact your sinuses, nose, and throat. Since there is literally a direct connection between the nose, throat, and ears, a problem with one area will affect the others. What is Ear Congestion? Congestion in the […]
How Hearing Health Is Impacted By Cigarette Smoking
It comes as no surprise that smoking cigarettes is bad for your health. However, many people aren’t aware of how smoking affects hearing health. A newly published study published in the A.M.A.’s Journal of Otolaryngology-Head & Neck Surgery gives new insight into how damaging cigarette smoke is for hearing. The study was compiled from the […]
Hearing Aid Specialist Vs. Audiologist: What’s The Difference?
Hearing loss has a significant impact on the lives of millions of People. An estimated 13 percent of Americans have hearing impairment in both ears, while 2 percent of those aged 45 to 54 have severe hearing loss that is considered disabling. Unfortunately, fewer than one-third of Americans aged 70 and older who might benefit […]
How To Tell Hyperacusis From Misophonia
Almost everyone has heard a sound that made them uncomfortable. For some, it’s the scratching of a chalkboard or metal grinding that makes them cringe. For others, loud chewing and smacking or too many sounds at once that sets them on edge. When these experiences become overwhelming, it could be the result of hyperacusis or […]
Hearing Aid Cleaning Tips
For people with hearing loss who use hearing aids, the enormous benefits of social engagement, work productivity, and enjoying hearing the world around you are only tempered by how well your device functions. Today’s hearing aids are small and powerful, filled with modern technology. These devices are much more prone to failure due to everyday […]
Best Reasons To Schedule A Hearing Test Today
It is estimated that over 450 million people worldwide have hearing loss at a debilitating level, with over a billion more at risk. While hearing aids can relieve some hearing issues, it’s estimated that over 20 percent of people that could benefit from hearing aid devices have been fitted to use them. Many who have […]
Tips For Musicians To Prevent Hearing Loss
Music and musicians are an integral part of the history and culture of the entire world. Music can define a culture and provides an emotional expression that goes beyond words. For everyone who loves to play or listen to music, full-spectrum hearing is an essential part of the experience. Not being able to register all […]
New Year’s Resolutions For Hearing Health
As the new year approaches, many people start to imagine the possibilities that the new year can bring. With that comes the tradition of new year’s resolutions. If you are worried about your hearing health, now is an excellent time to add it to your list this year. If you have been neglecting your hearing […]
Protecting Your Hearing On New Year’s Eve
As we welcome in the New Year, it might be a good time to give some attention to your hearing and steps you can take to protect your hearing on NYE. Like many other events that create loud volume sounds, New Year’s celebrations can get very noisy. Current studies show that more than 1.1 billion […]